Originally built 1790 as a grist mill, "The New Hope Mills", by Benjamin Parry. Bought 1930 by a group of theatre lovers, including the playwright Moss Hart. 1938-1939 converted into a theatre. Opened 1 July 1939 as "Bucks County Playhouse" with Benn Levy's "Springtime for Henry". Originally mainly used for drama theatre performances, including pre-Broadway premieres. 1955 damaged by a flood, subsequently repaired. Currently mainly used for musical performances. Home to an annual Secondary School Drama Festival.

Notable world premieres:

• Neil Simon: Come Blow Your Horn (29 Aug 1960)
• Neil Simon: Barefoot In The Park (as "Nobody Loves Me", 1963)
• Samuel Gallu: Give 'Em Hell Harry (1974)

Links: bcptheater.org, Wikipedia