The latest movie theater news and updates

  • September 1, 2005

    Grand Theater Photos

    Ed Dobbins sent us this note about the Grand Theater:

    I though you might be interested, I finially compiled all of my Grand Theater pictures onto one website.

    http://community.webshots.com/album/434147730wZxctG

    Thanks
    Ed Dobbins
    Baltimore, MD

  • August 31, 2005

    Southern California Drive-In Movie Society

    Lanna writes:

    Join the newly launched Southern California Drive-In Movie Society. For more info, contact Chris at:

    “Preserving the classic drive-in movie experience in Southern California” is our mission!

    The next Membership Outreach event is Saturday, September 24th, 2005 at 6:30 PM. The event will be held at the Pacific Vineland Drive-In, 443 N. Vineland in the City of Industry (91715) — in the San Gabriel Valley — the only remaining operating drive-in theater in Los Angeles and Orange Counties!

    We usually meet by the snack bar! Look for our signs inside!

  • ‘Recent Comments’ Feature Offline

    As many of you have noticed, we have temporarily removed the ‘Recent Comments’ feature from our homepage.

    Unfortunately, this action was necessary because the number of comments on Cinema Treasures is growing so greatly that our database is being overwhelmed. (We’re adding approximately 5000 comments a month.) As a result, the rest of the website was sluggish or even inaccessible.

    This feature will return, of course. But not until we can safely insure that the rest of Cinema Treasures will not be negatively impacted.

    As always, thanks for your patience and support.

    Ross Melnick and Patrick Crowley
    Co-Founders, Cinema Treasures

  • Empire Theatres Expands Across Canada

    Mike Rivest sent us this press release about Empire Theatres expansion in Canada. (He also mentioned that a list of the theaters involved can be found here.

    TORONTO, ONTARIO—(CCNMatthews – Aug. 22, 2005) – Cineplex Galaxy LP (“Cineplex”) (TSX:CGX.UN) announced today that it has agreed to sell 27 theatres with 202 screens located in Ontario and Western Canada to Empire Theatres Limited (“Empire Theatres”) based in Stellarton, Nova Scotia. The transaction is valued at approximately $83 million and is expected to close September 30, 2005, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

    “We are delighted to announce that we have an agreement to sell the Ontario and Western Canada locations to Empire Theatres,” said Ellis Jacob, President and CEO, Cineplex Galaxy. “The acquisition of Famous Players was completed on July 22, 2005 and we are delighted to have an agreement to sell the vast majority of the theatres that we are required to divest less than 30 days later” said Jacob.

    Cineplex entered into a consent agreement with Canada’s Commissioner of Competition in connection with the Famous Players acquisition requiring the sale of 34 theatres with a total of 282 screens located in Ontario, Western Canada and Quebec.

    Stuart Fraser, President and CEO, Empire Theatres Limited said “we are very pleased with this acquisition as it enables us to further expand our presence across Canada beyond our core group of theatres located in Atlantic Canada. We look forward to operating these theatres and introducing the Empire Theatres brand to Ontario and Western Canada.” As part of the agreement, Empire Theatres will offer employment to all staff currently employed in these theatres.

  • August 30, 2005

    Seeking Information About Ann Arbor Movie Theaters

    Laura Wallace asks:

    Hello! I hope you may be able to help me.

    My fraternal grandmother, Cecilia Brahm, sang in an Ann Arbor movie theater approximately from 1910 – 1915. She was accompanied on the piano/organ by Ms. Allie Tice. I am looking for more specific information if there are any records from this time.

    Being totally optimistic, I would like to obtain some memorabilia that may advertise their performances. Note of interest: Cecilia Brahm’s uncle was composer Johannes Brahms.

    I hope someone can help with my search. Thank you so very much!!

    Laura Wallace

  • Exhibitor Magazines

    I have a small collection of Exhibitor magazines and and several other theater magazines for sale.

    Exhibitor:
    • December 16, 1953, 35th Anniversary Edition
    • March 31. 1954
    • February 13, 1963
    • April 1, 1959, Theatre Catalog Edition
    • April 4, 1962, Theatre Catalog Edition
    • June 16, 1965
    • January 19, 1966
    • April 6, 1966, Section One
    • April 6, 1966, Section Three, Theatre Catalog Edition
    • August 17, 1966

    Odd Magazines:
    • July 1965, Greater Amusements and International Projectionist
    • August 31, 1959, Box Office
    • March 3, 1966, Showmen’s Trade Review

    All Magazines are $ 2.00 each, plus shipping or $ 20.00 for all, plus shipping. The condition of each magazine may vary. Email for information.

    Thanks,
    Johnn

  • Drive-In Theatres Still A Big Deal In Texas

    Drive-ins may be continuing to fade away around the country but, as this Los Angeles Times article they’re as strong — and as popular as ever — in the state of Texas.

  • August 29, 2005

    South Carolina’s Single Screen Movie Theatres

    We have made great progress listing the old single screen movie theatres of South Carolina at www.scmovietheatres.com.

    Included are photographs and stories from people who remember the fun they had going to their local theatre. We invite all users of cinematreasures.org to drop in and enjoy.

    Comments are always welcome.

  • New Movie Theater In NYC?

    NEW YORK, NY — A new high-tech-style movie theater may anchor the southeast corner of Washington and 13th Streets/the Meat Packing district in the future, according to this report from the Villager.

    The building, located at 837-843 Washington Street, is currently a low-rise building brokered by James Ortenzio, homoe to many meat businesses. When the building is refurbished, Robert K. Futterman and Associates, a national movie theater chain will take the 2nd and 3rd floors once the ground floor has something. The building is 60,000 square feet.

    The current leases expire in 2 ½ years.

  • August 26, 2005

    Fox Theatre Free Screening

    FULLERTON, CA — On Thursday September 1 at 8:30 p.m. the Fox Theatre will screen the 1953 version of “War Of The Worlds.” The movie will be projected on the exterior stage wall, under the stars. Bring your own seating for the space provided in the parking lot on a first-come, first served basis. Popcorn, soft drinks, pizza, and snacks will be available for purchase.
    http://www.foxfullerton.org/index.php