Pentacle Theatre began in 1954 in a barn on Highway 22 across from Oak Knoll Golf Course. Approximately 15 people were the nucleus of that first theater and with a contribution of $2 from each of them the interior of the barn was whitewashed and a load of sawdust spread on the floor. A large tarpaulin was spread in the center to act as a stage. A local mortuary loaned folding chairs and dressing room facilities were established in a chicken coop attached to the rear of the building. The first production was Blithe Spirit directed by Bob Putnam who was a Professor at the Willamette University Drama Department.
