The latest movie theater news and updates
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July 7, 2004
Theatre Chains Square Off In St. Charles County, Mo.
The following was sent in by Charles Van Bibber:
“Don’t know if this is newsworthy in Cinema Treasures but it seems there is a battle brewing in the St. Charles County area of St. Louis with two new 14-screen multiplexes planned by rival companies.
Wehrenberg announced that they are planning a 14-screen multiplex at Dardenne Prairie, called Dardenne Crossroads located on the prime location at Highway 40 and Highway N. This was announced a week after Great Escape Theatres announced their 14-screen complex at WingHaven.
This will put 28 screens in the St. Charles county area that has been growning at a tremendous rate. The economic developer for St. Charles country says “I just don’t know if the area can support that many movies screens.” Both theaters are scheduled to open next year.
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July 6, 2004
Boyd Theatre Wins Citation
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The following was sent in by Howard Haas, Chairman of Friends of the Boyd:
“Attached is my photo of the beautiful Commonwealth of PA (House) Citation for the Boyd Theatre.
I’ve typed the entire citation below:
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La Cinematheque Francaise Will Move in 2005
After a long story and conflicts, there will be a new house for La Cinematheque Francaise in Paris.
The new building, former American center of Paris and designed by the famous architect Frank Gehry in the district of Bercy, was dark for years after a bankrupcy. Part of the building was never settled but there was an auditorium already. With four auditoriums (three added), it will be a must for movie lovers.
Opening in autumn 2005, it will cause the closing of the historical Palais du Trocadero auditorium and later the auditorium of the “Grands Boulevards.”
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July 5, 2004
July 4th Observance – Fridley Theatres Debate
In nearly all other cases, Cinema Treasures is closed for public holidays.
However, we have received a large number of emails from moviegoers trying to contact R. L. Fridley and Fridley Theatres to either commend the owner of the mid-western theater chain for refusing to show Michael Moore’s new film “Fahrenheit 9/11” or scold him for his decision.
First, we would like to note that we are NOT Fridley Theatres and if you want to email the company, please visit their website. Second, we are more than happy to open a debate here on the news page, so please feel free to post your thoughts.
For more news about the film and its possible influence on Hollywood, read today’s New York Times, which also features a photo of the Gateway Theatre in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Gary Flinn has also sent us a link to the Ann Arbor News story covering Lila Lipscomb’s visit to the Michigan Theatre in Ann Arbor yesterday.
For more information about Fridley Theatres' decision to ban the film from its screens, read today’s Chicago Sun-Times.
Thanks and if you were celebrating, hope you had an enjoyable Independence Day.
Cinema Treasures
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July 2, 2004
Wall Collapses At Hamilton’s Tivoli Theatre
HAMILTON, ONTARIO — A section of the wall on the south side of the landmark Tivoli Theatre collapsed on June 29th in the evening hours, according to the Toronto Star. Fortunately, no one was in the Tivoli and no one was injured, according to fire crews.
When fire and police personnel arrived at the building, after it was reported that smoke was coming from the Tivoli, they found the large hole in the building. The city’s structural engineers are currently determining whether or not the roof is in danger of caving in.
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“Fahrenheit 9/11” ‘Star’ Lila Lipscomb at Michigan Theatre
“Fahrenheit 9/11”’s Lila Lipscomb will appear at the 6:00 pm showing on Sunday, July 4 at the Michigan Theatre in Ann Arbor, MI. She will answer questions from the audience after the showing.
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July 1, 2004
St. George Theatre Donated To Dance Ensemble
STATEN ISLAND, NY — The historic St. George Theatre has been donated to the Richmond Dance Ensemble Foundation who will now raise funds to further restore the theater. According to a report in the Staten Island Advance, after deciding against tearing the theater down to make way for a parking lot, the real estate developer who purchased the St. George in 2000 as part of a “package” has now decided to donate it to the community.
In addition to dance performances, the St. George will also host “dinner theaters, shows and dance workshops for children” and feature a new theater cafe.
(Thanks to Jean Siegel for sending in this report.)
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June 30, 2004
Keith’s Theatre In Boston Gets Ready For Its Close-Up
BOSTON, MA — The renovated and restored Keith’s Theatre will reopen officially on July 16th, but the former movie palace has already presented an “informal concert” earlier this week. The Boston Globe, Boston Herald and Preservation Magazine report on this exciting news in the following articles:
Boston Globe:
- “Another opening, another show”
- “Where the silver screen was truly golden”
- “The magnificent performances sang”
- “Celebrating the reopening of the Opera House”
- “A front-row seat to an art form’s rise and fall”
- “Evening showcases Opera House, and city’s favorites”
Boston Herald:
Preservation Magazine:
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June 29, 2004
Raymond Theatre In Jeopardy (Update)
PASADENA, CA — The following email was sent to us by the Friends of the Raymond Theatre:
“Dear Friends of the Raymond Theatre:
It has been a month since the last Raymond Theatre hearing was held and we have a lot of news for our supporters. The Pasadena City Council granted the developer the approvals they required to advance forward to final design review.
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June 28, 2004
Herald-Dispatch Reports on Fate of Keith Albee
HUNTINGTON, WV — The Herald-Dispatch discusses the fate of the Keith Albee as the new Pullman Square project progresses. The mixed-use real estate development will house a new megaplex which threatens the viability of the historic movie palace. For more information visit their special section housing either of these two stories: