Two decades later, Peggy Wood became one of the most beloved stars of television in the title role of the CBS series, “Mama,” based on “I Remember Mama.”
Prior to being revamped into the Capitol, this operated as a cinema under the name of Hancock (with original Opera House dropped). See ad in photo section.
Because of its proximity to the Criterion Theatre in Times Square, the Lyric could not be included in this advertisement. The Lyric charged lower prices and also had “Nightstalker” as a supporting feature.
On the previous evening of July 28th, a reserved-seat gala performance of the Technicolor musical raised $28,300 for the Army Emergency Relief Fund. Irving Berlin and many stars of stage, screen, and radio attended.
Walt Disney’s animated feature opened at the Criterion on July 28th, 1951, just two days after Lou Bunin’s version of the Lewis Carroll classic started a three-theatre engagement.
Animator Lou Bunin’s version of the Lewis Carroll classic arrived in New York on July 26th, 1951, just two days before Walt Disney’s adaptation was due to open exclusively at the Criterion Theatre.
Opened to the public on December 22nd, 1949. The Paramount also had a compact stage presentation for the Christmas holiday season, featuring Russ Case with his orchestra and chorus.
This was a rare “saturation” launching for the time, with the MGM thriller opening simultaneously at the State in midtown with vaudeville and at nine of the top Loew’s nabes with support from a second feature.
Billie Holiday used her own pianist, Bobby Tucker, for this engagement. Count Basie, standing at far left, just conducted the band during Holiday’s “sets.”
According to the marquee, theatre’s name was spelled entirely in lower case letters as left bank.
Published on October 5th, 1935.
Two decades later, Peggy Wood became one of the most beloved stars of television in the title role of the CBS series, “Mama,” based on “I Remember Mama.”
Prior to being revamped into the Capitol, this operated as a cinema under the name of Hancock (with original Opera House dropped). See ad in photo section.
Josephine Baker’s success at the Strand Theatre in March of that year earned her a national tour, capped by a return to NYC at the much larger Roxy.
Belated birthday wishes to Tony Bennett, who turned 90 yesterday (August 3rd, 2016).
The Technicolor musical went on to win six Academy Awards, including “Best Picture of 1951.”
Because of its proximity to the Criterion Theatre in Times Square, the Lyric could not be included in this advertisement. The Lyric charged lower prices and also had “Nightstalker” as a supporting feature.
Radio was still king of the airwaves at the time. Most people didn’t own television sets.
Probably intended that way from the start, since February 12th was a national holiday honoring the birth of Abraham Lincoln.
“Roxy” heeded Tod Browning’s advice and advanced the opening day to February 12th, 1931.
Bandleader/drummer Buddy Rich applauding at right, and comedian/emcee Leo De Lyon at left.
This was Josephine Baker’s first booking in New York in fifteen years.
Can anyone explain why the Astor Theatre’s signage for “Limelight” credits Charles Brade instead of Charles Chaplin?
“Live” burlesque was prohibited by NYC law at the time.
On the previous evening of July 28th, a reserved-seat gala performance of the Technicolor musical raised $28,300 for the Army Emergency Relief Fund. Irving Berlin and many stars of stage, screen, and radio attended.
Walt Disney’s animated feature opened at the Criterion on July 28th, 1951, just two days after Lou Bunin’s version of the Lewis Carroll classic started a three-theatre engagement.
Animator Lou Bunin’s version of the Lewis Carroll classic arrived in New York on July 26th, 1951, just two days before Walt Disney’s adaptation was due to open exclusively at the Criterion Theatre.
Much of the vintage décor is obscured by technical equipment, including a mural above the proscenium.
Opened to the public on December 22nd, 1949. The Paramount also had a compact stage presentation for the Christmas holiday season, featuring Russ Case with his orchestra and chorus.
Opened with invitational galas at both theatres on the night of December 21st, 1949, with continuous performances starting the next day.
This was a rare “saturation” launching for the time, with the MGM thriller opening simultaneously at the State in midtown with vaudeville and at nine of the top Loew’s nabes with support from a second feature.
This was the Thanksgiving holiday period, the reason for the early opening hours.
Billie Holiday used her own pianist, Bobby Tucker, for this engagement. Count Basie, standing at far left, just conducted the band during Holiday’s “sets.”
“Coming” at bottom means photo taken prior to 7/16/48 opening day.