Post by Michael on Sept 10, 2007 14:42:59 GMT -5
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
FAMOUS TRIALS THEATER RETURNS WITH ‘THE TRIAL OF THE CENTURY’
Flemington, NJ. - Returning once again to the most famous courthouse in the world, Famous Trials Theater is commemorating the 75th anniversary of the crime that shocked the nation and dominated headlines for four years from March 1932 until April 1936, the kidnapping and murder of the infant son of Charles and Anne Lindbergh. Bruno Richard Hauptmann was arrested and ultimately executed for the crime. His famous trial was held in the historic Hunterdon County Courthouse in Flemington, NJ. A re-enactment of that trial has been an annual event in Flemington since 1990 as part of the “History Comes Alive in Flemington” Festival. The annual show will run on weekends from October 6 through October 28 and has been selected by the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism as one the top 100 things to see in New Jersey.
Only five years after Charles Lindbergh made his historic flight across the Atlantic, his son was taken from their home on March 1, 1932. Bruno Hauptmann, a Bronx carpenter, was arrested over two years later and brought to trial in the now famous courthouse in Flemington. The trial resulted in Hauptmann’s conviction for murder. He was executed in Trenton on April 3, 1936, still proclaiming his innocence. Thousands of reporters, celebrities and curious people came to Flemington to try for a seat in the courthouse during the trial. Many without tickets attempted to climb in through windows to witness the proceedings. Newsreels and photos of the courthouse and its visitors were broadcast throughout the world.
Much controversy has revolved around the verdict in ‘The Trial of the Century’. Published theories claim that Hauptmann was framed, and that others, including Lindbergh himself, were actually responsible for the baby’s death. Mrs. Hauptmann tried to have the verdict overturned until her death at age 94. “Our audiences stand outside the courtroom after the show and debate the verdict,” says Kazman. “Many people return to the trial to experience it again and bring friends along.”
12 performances of “The Trial of the Century” are scheduled from October 6 through October 28. Shows are Saturdays at 2:00 and 8:00 PM, and Sundays at 2:00 PM. General admission tickets are $30, with limited jury seating at $45. Information is available by calling 908-782-2610, or visiting www.famoustrials.com on the web. Tickets can be purchased by phone at 1-800-595-4TIX and on the internet at www.FamousTrials.com.
‘The Trial Of The Century’ is the centerpiece of the ‘History Comes Alive in Flemington’ festival running weekends from October 6 through October 28. A lecture and guided tour of the Historic Courthouse and Jail will be available each Saturday and Sunday at 11 AM, at a cost of $8. The Festival opens with an antique car parade at 1:00 pm on Saturday October 6. The cars will be carrying the costumed actors in their arrival at the courthouse
for the opening performance. Following the matinee, a large classic and antique car show will line the streets of Flemington.
Dining is available at many restaurants, including the historic Union Hotel, where the jury and many reporters stayed during the trial. And great shopping is also available at Liberty Village Premium Outlets as well as Flemington’s unique shops. Information is available by calling (908) 782-2610 or visiting www.famoustrials.com on the web.
FAMOUS TRIALS THEATER RETURNS WITH ‘THE TRIAL OF THE CENTURY’
CRIME OF THE CENTURY STILL CONTROVERCIAL AFTER 75 YEARS
Flemington, NJ. - Returning once again to the most famous courthouse in the world, Famous Trials Theater is commemorating the 75th anniversary of the crime that shocked the nation and dominated headlines for four years from March 1932 until April 1936, the kidnapping and murder of the infant son of Charles and Anne Lindbergh. Bruno Richard Hauptmann was arrested and ultimately executed for the crime. His famous trial was held in the historic Hunterdon County Courthouse in Flemington, NJ. A re-enactment of that trial has been an annual event in Flemington since 1990 as part of the “History Comes Alive in Flemington” Festival. The annual show will run on weekends from October 6 through October 28 and has been selected by the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism as one the top 100 things to see in New Jersey.
Only five years after Charles Lindbergh made his historic flight across the Atlantic, his son was taken from their home on March 1, 1932. Bruno Hauptmann, a Bronx carpenter, was arrested over two years later and brought to trial in the now famous courthouse in Flemington. The trial resulted in Hauptmann’s conviction for murder. He was executed in Trenton on April 3, 1936, still proclaiming his innocence. Thousands of reporters, celebrities and curious people came to Flemington to try for a seat in the courthouse during the trial. Many without tickets attempted to climb in through windows to witness the proceedings. Newsreels and photos of the courthouse and its visitors were broadcast throughout the world.
Much controversy has revolved around the verdict in ‘The Trial of the Century’. Published theories claim that Hauptmann was framed, and that others, including Lindbergh himself, were actually responsible for the baby’s death. Mrs. Hauptmann tried to have the verdict overturned until her death at age 94. “Our audiences stand outside the courtroom after the show and debate the verdict,” says Kazman. “Many people return to the trial to experience it again and bring friends along.”
12 performances of “The Trial of the Century” are scheduled from October 6 through October 28. Shows are Saturdays at 2:00 and 8:00 PM, and Sundays at 2:00 PM. General admission tickets are $30, with limited jury seating at $45. Information is available by calling 908-782-2610, or visiting www.famoustrials.com on the web. Tickets can be purchased by phone at 1-800-595-4TIX and on the internet at www.FamousTrials.com.
‘The Trial Of The Century’ is the centerpiece of the ‘History Comes Alive in Flemington’ festival running weekends from October 6 through October 28. A lecture and guided tour of the Historic Courthouse and Jail will be available each Saturday and Sunday at 11 AM, at a cost of $8. The Festival opens with an antique car parade at 1:00 pm on Saturday October 6. The cars will be carrying the costumed actors in their arrival at the courthouse
for the opening performance. Following the matinee, a large classic and antique car show will line the streets of Flemington.
Dining is available at many restaurants, including the historic Union Hotel, where the jury and many reporters stayed during the trial. And great shopping is also available at Liberty Village Premium Outlets as well as Flemington’s unique shops. Information is available by calling (908) 782-2610 or visiting www.famoustrials.com on the web.