Free Screening Documents History of Columbus's Lincoln Theatre
The film, directed by David Maurice Bailey, explores the venue's role in the King-Lincoln District and its connection to local artists and urban development.
By Noor Graham ·
A free public screening of the documentary Columbus Backstage: Melodies & Moments will take place at the Lincoln Theatre at 6 p.m. on Thursday, November 12. The Lincoln Theatre Association presents the event at 769 E Long St in Columbus. Attendees must reserve tickets in advance through the Columbus Association for the Performing Arts website.
The film is directed and edited by David Maurice Bailey. Produced by Bailey and John Ray, the project is a collaboration between Basement Deep Media Group and Ful-Ray Productions. Bailey describes his creative work as spanning filmmaking, editing, photography, choreography, visual art, and music. This diverse background informs his documentation of the relationship between artists, specific locations, and community memory.
The documentary examines the Lincoln Theatre’s history and its impact on the local community. It features memorable performances from the venue's Backstage series. The film highlights the neighborhood connections and local artists that define the theatre. It invites viewers to consider how a stage can preserve a city's collective memory.
The historical narrative extends beyond the theatre to the King-Lincoln District and the Near East Side. The film covers East Long Street and Mount Vernon Avenue. It connects music and community with historical pressures such as redlining, desegregation, urban renewal, and freeway construction. These elements provide a local perspective on how public decisions reshape cultural communities.
Bailey handles inquiries regarding the film for local media. He is available for interviews and visual requests. Media outlets seeking interviews with additional participants or filming access to the theatre must arrange those details separately with the production team.
