St. George Theatre
25 Hyatt Street,
St. George,
NY
10301
25 Hyatt Street,
St. George,
NY
10301
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hello to all (again),
I noticed an error in the above message.
The 322 seats in the front mezzanine have been repaired and reupolstered (I wrote orchestra—oops).
If you have any questions, please call us directly or visit us in person.
Doreen
Hello to all…
The theatre is owned and being operated by Mrs. Rosemary and her daughters, Doreen Cugno, Luanne Sorrentino, and Rosemary Hillers.
My name is Doreen and I will give you heads up to what we’ve been doing.
A new roof has been installed.(should of been done years ago to prevent damage). The restrooms were not in working condition besided the fact all the ceilings completely collapsed in all the restrooms. The restrooms on the orchestra level and mezzanine level have all been restored and repaired and are absolutely beautiful. Coastal Plumbing donated all the sinks, toilets, and fixtures in the restrooms. 80% of the interior structure of the theatre has been painted and repaired. Overall plumbling and electrical work has been completed. Carpeting has been installed in the center orchestra which was ripped out. The cinder block wall has been repaired with a new mantelwas installed. New stage lights and lighting board was purachased and installed (unfortunately, all stage lights were removed from the stage leaving us with nothing). All the dressing rooms were repaired, painted and beautifully decorated and furnished. Rigging will be updated for our incoming shows. The orchestra pit will be repaired too. All 322 seats in the front orchestra were repaired and reupolstered due to the damage from (we guess) vandalism. Every seat was slit and stuffing was pulled out.
There were 200 seats in the rear mezzanine that were repaired and reupolstered. The entire interior of the theatre has been thoroughly cleaned. The front lobby was painted, floor repaired, box office repaired and spruced up. I could go on and on with all the work we have completed and thinking back, boy, did we get alot done!We are greatful to all the professionals who we contracted. They all did a magnificent job.
Capital campaign is now under way to help with the installation and design of air-conditioning, new marque, restore restroom in lower level, up grade electricity for air-condition, restore the orchestra pit, install new theatre seats in front orchestra, the list goes on… December 4th marks the 75th anniversary of our “jewel of a theatre” and we certainly plan on celebrating in grand fashion. Comittee has been asigned and plans will soon be announced for this grand evening.
Upcoming events include Gospel show w/ Yolanda Adams. (tickets now on sale at box office or by telephone 718.442.2900. A musical called “Ellis Island” for November 5th is scheduled. Howie Mandel for November 12th, the national tour of Blues Clues for December 14th and 15th, Holiday Gospel Show for December 17th, Christmas Spectacular Show featuring the “Richmondettes” will run from December 18th to 23rd.
We just sent out our first mailing, if you are not on our list, please call the theatre and leave us your name and address for contact.
Please visit our web-site at www.StGeorgeTheatre.com
I hope this information is helpful and if you have any questions please call the theatre and ask for Mrs. Rosemary, Doreen, or Luanne and we will be happy to give you the facts.
With best regards…
Doreen Cugno
VP of Theatre Production
St. George Theatre
ph. 718.442-2900
fax 718-447-7667
www.stgeorgetheatre.com
Go to the theatre’s web site at www.StGeorgetheatre.com
I am sure you can rent the space for such functions. I know someone who does just that. If you want, you can email me.
I was interested in bringing independent films to Staten Island. There is no forum for that genre. I don’t mind going into the City to see the indie films, but it sure would be nice to be able to do so in my own borough.
This theater is magnificent. I had no idea. And in Staten Island of all places(only kidding.)
Let’s hope they have classic movie nights.
Some interior photos taken in 2004 can be seen at www.forgotten-ny.com/forgottentour16/stgeorgetheater.html
Once you disembark from the ferry, it is just a 3 minute walk up to the top of Hyatt St. Once at the top of the hill you won’t be able to miss the theatre. ENJOY!
The theatre is within easy walking distance from the Staten Island Ferry Terminal that connects with lower Manhattan. The ferry ride takes about 30 minutes each way. The above map shows how to get there via car.
Can one visit this theater and how does one get there from NY or NJ?
Any chance when the restoration is finished that they would consider showing classic films?
The restoration lives!
www.stgeorgetheatre.com
Great News! I live in the neighborhood and often walk by the theater. I have been wondering whether any real restoration would ever happen. Thanks for the update!
…..and a new a/c unit is coming, they have to fly it in and install it by helicopter, can not use a crane.
I talked with Rosemary, the new owner, and will meet up with her this week. Update to follow. Meanwhile anyone interested in helping out should call Rosemary at 718 979 1900
“Blues Clues” is slated for an opening at the theatre in December. Seats are being recovered. The roof is being repaired and the bathrooms are being redone. A local plumbing supply company has volunteered its' services. The interior MAY be used in the NEW production of the film version of “The Producers.”
There IS hope yet! YAY!
Hey folks,
The St. George has been bought by a local business woman. She is investing a lot of money and time to make it a sucess. She is the only person in recent years who has the potential to make it work. Bathrooms have been restored as well as new carpets and repairs to the mezzanine seats. Look for upcomming events planned for this year!
NY telephone numbers no longer use letters of the alphabet. SAi is now 724, and has been for many years.
The telephone exchange is SAint George 7, not ST 7 :)
To the best of my knowledge, this theatre has always been known as St. George, not Saint George. And St. George, not Saint George, has always been the spelling for that section of Staten Island.
Anyway of contacting her?
The theatre has been sold to a local woman who owns a dance studio.
We are hoping she will keep the theatre as a performing arts center. We believe that is her probable intention. I believe the sale went through in April.
Anything new going on with the restoration?
Deb, please contact me with regard to your interest. In what capacity are you interested in the property? There are many of us who want the theatre to be used as a performing arts center. The owners as of last news want the theatre kept as is as well. They DO want to preserve it and do NOT want it torn down. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me at:
I am interested in the current status of the theater. Is the Fabian Theater currently renovating it? I don’t see any activity. I am very interested in this property.
Jean,
Anyone looking for help restoring the theatre can reach me at
Vito
The theatre later became a part of the Fabian Theatre chain.