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February 3, 2003
Reminder! Cinema Theatre Threatened With Demolition
Preservation Alert Cinema Theatre Threatened With Demolition
BERKELEY, CA — This is from the SaveTheCinema.com website:ALERT!! Landmark Hearing scheduled for this Monday, February 3rd at 7:30 PM, at the North Berkeley Senior Center, corner Martin Luther King Jr. Way and Hearst Street. The public is urgently needed to attend. Please speak out about preserving Berkeley’s cultural landmarks! If we don’t get a good turn-out, we WILL lose this precious Cinema Treasure!
As you are reading this, the Cinema Theatre, currently called The Fine Arts, is in grave danger of being demolished, not for being derilict ( the building is sound and well-maintained ), but for being in the way of a planned development.
If you are anywhere near the area, we urge you to attend and lend your support for the Cinema.
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January 31, 2003
Today’s Newsreel/New Record For Preservation Alerts
In the 3-year history of Cinema Treasures, we have never had a day with more preservation alerts than today. We’re hoping this is the worst it ever gets…
Preservation Alert Glasgow’s Odeon to Close After 70 years
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND — Read the Evening Times article
Preservation Alert Theater in Worse Shape Than Originally Thought
GARDEN CITY, KS — Read the Garden City Telegram reportThanks to Signe Foreman, who added: “Please if you know anything to help this become a reality PLEASE HELP!! I grew up in this theater because my Grandma worked there for over 20 years, and I spent my childhood there.”
Preservation Alert Clearview’s Art Deco Metro Theater Closes
NEW YORK, NY — With no fanfare at all, one of New York City’s most under-appreciated Art Deco facades went dark last week with the closure of the Metro Theater. The former Midtown Theater had been operating as a first-run twin for the embattled circuit, but attendance was low and times are tough for the struggling exhibitor.This theater, which was featured in “Hannah and Her Sisters,” deserves an encore. Landmark, City Cinemas, Crown, Symphony Space: we’re talking to you. Make a deal…quickly.
Thanks to Mike Hoytes for relaying the sad news.
Preservation Alert Cinema Theatre Threatened With Demolition
BERKELEY, CA — This is from the SaveTheCinema.com website:ALERT!! Landmark Hearing scheduled for this Monday, February 3rd at 7:30 PM, at the North Berkeley Senior Center, corner Martin Luther King Jr. Way and Hearst Street. The public is urgently needed to attend. Please speak out about preserving Berkeley’s cultural landmarks! If we don’t get a good turn-out, we WILL lose this precious Cinema Treasure!
As you are reading this, the Cinema Theatre, currently called The Fine Arts, is in grave danger of being demolished, not for being derilict ( the building is sound and well-maintained ), but for being in the way of a planned development.
If you are anywhere near the area, we urge you to attend and lend your support for the Cinema.
Read more about the Save The Cinema effort
Historic Orpheum Theatre Auction Nearing End
CLARION, PA — Less than 24 hours remain to buy the historic Orpheum Theatre, a twin movie house closed since 1998. Current bid as of Friday: $25,201.37.
Sadness in Metaphor; Body found in front of Capitol Theatre in Flint
FLINT, MI — Read the WJRT News pieceThanks to Gary Flinn for the upsetting news.
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Today’s Newsreel
More on the Glasgow Odeon Closure
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND — Read the Evening Times article
Historic Orpheum Theatre Auction Nearing End
CLARION, PA — Less than 24 hours remain to buy the historic Orpheum Theatre, a twin movie house closed since 1998. Current bid as of Friday: $25,201.37.
Sadness in Metaphor; Body found in front of Capitol Theatre in Flint
FLINT, MI — Read the WJRT News pieceThanks to Gary Flinn for the upsetting news.
Preservation Alert Theater in Worse Shape Than Originally Thought
GARDEN CITY, KS — Read the Garden City Telegram reportThanks to Signe Foreman, who added: “Please if you know anything to help this become a reality PLEASE HELP!! I grew up in this theater because my Grandma worked there for over 20 years, and I spent my childhood there.”
The Kink Chronicles: A Film Projectionist’s Memories of Times Square Sleaze
NEW YORK, NY — We found this article to be off-beat and amusing, a fun recall on the old days of New York’s sleazy, but memorable theater district. However, if you’re of delicate constitution, you may want to skip to the next item in the newsreel…You have been warned! :)
Preservation Alert Clearview’s Art Deco Metro Theater Closes
NEW YORK, NY — With no fanfare at all, one of New York City’s most under-appreciated Art Deco facades went dark last week with the closure of the Metro Theater. The former Midtown Theater had been operating as a first-run twin for the emnbattled circuit, but grosses were low and times are tough for the struggling exhibitor.Clicking an old link for Metro’s showtimes from the Clearview Cinemas site pulls up the following message: “This is a holding index blob that no one will ever see.” We’ve seen it and we’re saddened.
This theater, which was featured in “Hannah and Her Sisters,” deserves an encore. Landmark, City Cinemas, Crown, Symphony Space: we’re talking to you. Make a deal…quickly.
Thanks to Mike Hoytes for relaying the sad news.
Preservation Alert Cinema Theatre Threatened With Demolition
BERKELEY, CA — This is from the SaveTheCinema.com website:ALERT!! Landmark Hearing scheduled for this Monday, February 3rd at 7:30 PM, at the North Berkeley Senior Center, corner Martin Luther King Jr. Way and Hearst Street. The public is urgently needed to attend. Please speak out about preserving Berkeley’s cultural landmarks! If we don’t get a good turn-out, we WILL lose this precious Cinema Treasure!
As you are reading this, the Cinema Theatre, currently called The Fine Arts, is in grave danger of being demolished, not for being derilict ( the building is sound and well-maintained ), but for being in the way of a planned development.
If you are anywhere near the area, we urge you to attend and lend your support for the Cinema.
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January 30, 2003
Today’s Newsreel
Suffolk Theater Sale Pending; Contract In Hand
RIVERHEAD, NY —
Preservation Alert Odeon Theatre in Edinburgh May Be Shuttered
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND — Is This Reely The End For The Odeon?Read the Edinburgh Evening News story
Stars and Their Cries Over Loss of Cinema
Read the Edinburgh Evening News story
John Liu and the Future of (What’s Left of) the old Keith Theater
FLUSHING, NY —Read the Queens Chronicle article
Russian Ark Breaks LA Theatre Foreign Language Record at Nuart
LOS ANGELES, CA — Read the ScreenDaily.com story
Preservation Alert Last Picture Show Rolls at Cinema in Cardiff
CARDIFF, ENGLAND — Read the BBC article
Couple Breathes New Life Into Theater
ASHLAND, VA — Read the Herald-Progress report -
January 29, 2003
Big Screen Classics Come to New York!
The Big Screen Classics series, which took place last year at the Galaxy Theatre in New Jersey, will unspool at the historic Lafayette Theatre in Suffern, New York with 35mm prints of such classic films as Sunset Boulevard, The Quiet Man, and many more, as well as contemporary classics like Glory and Raiders of the Lost Ark.
According to the website: “Just over the border from northern New Jersey, the Lafayette is a fully-functional vintage 1920’s movie palace,” which is now operated by the Galaxy Theatre Corporation. “The Lafayette features a huge capacity of 1250 seats, state-of-the-art projection and sound equipment and the Ben Hall Memorial Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Pipe Organ.”
“With plenty of free parking and an easy-to-access location, the Lafayette will be the premiere venue for classic cinema in the tri-state area. For more information about the Lafayette, visit the official website.”
For more information, read the Journal News article
Thanks to Pete Apruzzese for the news!
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Fox Theatre In Detroit Voted #1 In The Country
DETROIT, MI — The historic 5,000-seat Fox Theatre has been voted #1 by Pollstar, the leading concert trade publication. According to an Olympia Entertainment press release, the company which operates the theater:
This is the first No. 1 nod given to the Fox by Pollstar who ranked Detroit’s fabulous Fox Theatre No. 1 in 2002 ticket sales among the Top 50 Theatre Venues with 642,162 tickets sold.
The Fox claimed the top spot by beating out a list of the who
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January 28, 2003
Today’s Newsreel
PRESERVATION ALERT Northport Theater Is Closed
NORTHPORT, NY —
Loews Jersey Prepares For Hitchcock Festival
JERSEY CITY, NJ — Read the Star-Ledger piece
Theater Marquee Removed Without City OK
REDLANDS, CA — Read the Redland Daily Facts article
Drama rife off the Palace stage
HONOLULU, HI — Read the Hawaii Tribune Herald
Old Brunson Movie Theater May Be Revived
GOOSE CREEK, TX —
Loews Appoints Norris President
NEW YORK, NY — Read the Hollywood Reporter story -
January 27, 2003
Chicago Theater News
Theater Restoration Aims to Revitalize Downtown Waukegan
WAUKEEGAN, IL —
Blagojevich Freezes Funds for Projects (Including the DuPage Theater)
SPRINGFIELD, IL —Thanks to Bryan Krefft for both of these alerts.
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Aero Back On Its Feet
SANTA MONICA, CA — In a newsletter sent by Aero Theatre owner Chris Allen, he writes that “The Aero is doing okay financially. We are caught up with rent YEAH! We are now counting on our patrons to keep coming to the Aero to see movies.”
If you’d like to visit the classic Aero Theatre, they are located on Montana Avenue at the corner of 13th Street.
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Warner Grand Announces New Schedule
SAN PEDRO, CA — The historic Warner Grand Theatre has announced its new schedule which includes a performance by famous theater organist, Bob Mitchell:
Thurs Feb 6 (2 p.m.) VARIETY ARTS
Michael Paul Smith presents a musical tribute to the 20th century icon: Paul Robeson.
Fri Feb 14 (8 p.m.) It Happened One Night (1934) ($7 each or 2 tix for $10)
Sat Feb 15 (8 p.m.) Flamenco dancers Sarita Bashir and Juan Talavera – $10/$20
Feb 17-20 – African American History Celebration
Historical films made by and featuring African American artists [music, drumming and dance performances tbd]. Some events are free, ticket prices up to $25. See website closer to the dates for further information.
Next VARIETY ARTS:
Thurs March 6 – “Bob Mitchell accompanies THE SHEIK” silent film with organ accompaniment (film to be confirmed)
Foreign film series 2003:
March 15, April 19, May 10, June 14 – films tbd