Greenville Chautauqua: Babe Ruth
Portrayed by Kevin Treu. FREE Father's Day event.
Event Types: Theatre
Jun 15, 2025 2:00 PM — Jun 15, 2025 3:30 PM
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Greenville Chautauqua
864-244-1499
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FREE. Father's Day event. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Come early to get a seat. Doors open at 1 pm.
Babe Ruth is widely regarded as one of the greatest baseball players of all time, even transcending baseball to become America’s first sports superstar. Known as "The Sultan of Swat" and "The Bambino," Ruth's legendary career began as a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox before joining the New York Yankees and transforming into a home run-hitting outfielder. Ruth's power and charisma revolutionized the game, setting records with his prodigious home runs, including a then-unprecedented 60 homers in the 1927 season. His larger-than-life personality, combined with his on-field prowess captivated the nation in the Roaring Twenties and made him a national icon and one of the first true American celebrities. Ruth's impact extended beyond baseball, as he helped shape the modern sports industry and the concept of celebrity. A master of self-promotion, Ruth embraced the media and new technologies to become a household name. His off-field antics sometimes overshadowed his achievements, but his impact on the game and American culture remains undeniable. Ruth's legacy endures, symbolizing the American spirit of perseverance and outsized ambition.
