The International Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society
The On The Loose Tent meets approximately six times a year. Notices about upcoming film programs will appear here. If you are local to Manchester, New Hampshire and would like to attend, please use the form below to contact us.
Join us for an evening of film at the Comique Theatre in Manchester, New Hampshire. Inquire about the details using the form below.
The 2025 Thelma Todd Celebration
Held in the city and surrounding communities where she spent the majority of her life, the Thelma Todd Celebration is a five day commemoration of the life and work of a tireless achiever. With tours of sites relevant to her life, film programs illustrating her work and exhibits of original materials, we attempt to give you as complete a picture of Thelma Todd as is possible some 100 plus years on.
Hotels and Lodging
Although we have no official deal in place as yet, I will be recommending and working with the Double-Tree Hotel in Andover, Massachusetts. The minute a special price is available, it will be announced here. However, there are a number of other hotels in the area that may work better for your budget, even with a deal from the Double Tree. Either way, the Double Tree will be serving as our morning jump-off for the daily tours.
Registration Costs
$0. There is no fee for attending the Thelma Todd Celebration.
Food and Drink
All attendees are responsible for their own victuals. There are a great number of restaurants in many of the areas we will be visiting, and while the festival does not schedule group events, at times it may make sense for time, particularly during lunch breaks for the daily tours.
Schedule
Immediately below is an Excel Spreadsheet outlining the daily programs. Please note that not all venues have been secured. When they have been, they will be added to this file.
Special Guests
No Special guests have been added as of this time (Jan. 25th, 2025), however that could possibly change.
Registration and Inquiries
Please drop us a line to register if you are positive that you will be attending, or have questions about the 2025 Thelma Todd Celebration. We are here and will respond to all inquiries.
