The Vaudette Theater

April 17, 1911, Menasha Record

For whatever reason, we've not discussed the Vaudette very much.  I think in passing I've mentioned it, but the Brin and the Orpheum and later, Valley Theaters get much more attention in this blog. The Vaudette, as shown above occupied space in what later became the Menasha Furniture building at 362 Chute Street.  Originally a Vaudeville type house with live acts, it morphed into the popular entertainment of its day, the moving picture theater.  The Vaudette didn't last beyond 1914 or so, and the photo above, of the street getting paved in 1910, is the only photo I have of the Vaudette's existence.  The Vaudette changed its name in March, 1912 to the Square Theatre, presumably due to its location on Menasha's square.