{"product_id":"a-century-of-music-under-the-stars-a-history-of-the-mann-center-for-the-performing-arts-and-robin-hood-dell-hardback-9781439924334","title":"A Century of Music Under the Stars; A History of the Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Robin Hood Dell (Hardback) 9781439924334","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eA Century of Music Under the Stars\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eA History of the Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Robin Hood Dell\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eJack McCarthy (Author), The Mann Center for the Performing Arts (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781439924334\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 7 November 2025\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e464 pages, 214\u003cbr\u003e25.4 x 17.8 x 3.6 cm, 1.275 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\"The book is well-illustrated with historic photographs, posters, newspaper clippings, and maps. VERDICT: This rich history encompasses every aspect of the organization’s development, including milestones and challenges, as well as highlighting the many artists who performed there over the course of the century.\" — Library Journal\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eEveryone has a memorable story about attending a performance at the Mann Center for the Performing Arts or the Robin Hood Dell—“the Mann” and “the Dell” to their many patrons. Lavishly illustrated with more than 200 images, meticulously researched, and engagingly written by historian Jack McCarthy, \u003ci\u003eA Century of Music Under the Stars\u003c\/i\u003e reveals the fascinating inside story of Philadelphia’s premier outdoor concert venues on the eve of the Mann’s 50th Anniversary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Dell, which opened in 1930, and the Mann, which opened in 1976, were initially built as summer homes for The Philadelphia Orchestra. As McCarthy fondly recounts, the Mann Center evolved to host the world’s top artists across many musical genres. Contemporary audiences have gathered on the Great Lawn for concerts by performers including James Taylor, The Roots, Phish, Diana Ross, John Legend, and others. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The venues, however, are more than just the music; they are about the beautiful natural setting, communal atmosphere, and spectacular view of the Philadelphia skyline. \u003ci\u003eA Century of Music Under the Stars\u003c\/i\u003e is a revealing and celebratory look back at beloved Philadelphia cultural icons. This informative and illuminating history will provide happy memories for generations of music lovers.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Temple University Press","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52734770118936,"sku":"9781439924334","price":25.78,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/a-century-of-music-under-the-stars-a-history-of-the-mann-center-for-the-performing-arts-and-robin-hood-dell-hardback-9781439924334","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}