It’s shame that the other theatre in Mansfield, the Madison Theatre hasn’t been restored as it certainly deserves to be since it is a John Eberson/art deco theatre of the 20’s!
I tried the personal email address for “Jake” and it was undeliverable, but did visit the www.tourauburnny.com/schine.html site and found someone else to contact plus ordered a brochure which covers the Schine, the Willard Chapel, etc. Thanks TC!
TC: We didn’t get to spend any additional time in Auburn as our trip actually only took us to nearby Skaneateles…that town being was our final destination, but we do plan to return and see the City of Auburn and another Schine theatre as there were many in the western NYS area under that name i.e. Palace in Lockport NY. The website shows that the theatre was very art deco in its day. Did find out that Auburn had, at one time, 4 THEATRES over the years!
The photo now confirms that the Warner Theatre in Erie PA was NOT an atmospheric theatre which I questioned for several months…have yet to see it, in person, but plan to later this summer! If only they could have the original organ returned as its whereabouts is known in nearby Cleveland Ohio at an armory!
Bradley, Do you mean the Tivoli Theatre in Mishawaka? If so, it’s listed under theatres in Indiana. I believe the signature curved window was saved and do recall there being a wall of signatures through the years of famous performers that once graced the Tivoli stage.
I was just in Batavia over the weekend and there is a former theater on main street besides the ‘mall’ cinemas! A local church may be using it now though.
“I can confidently say that this is one of the most impressive sites that I have run across in my entire time on the web.” This pretty much sums up my feelings, too about finding Cinema Treasures last November 2004! Thank you Ross, Patrick and Bryan!
Warren: Thanks, but I feel it is really a shame that the decision has to be made, for whatever reason, to sub-divide an atmospheric theatre as their interiors and effects are so very special.
“…..in 1963, the balcony was blocked off and a second floor screen was installed and renamed the Penthouse Theatre.” Is the balcony still “blocked off”? I’m surprised that the decision (somewhere along the way)to block off this balcony was made especially with the interior being atmospheric and the theatre was considered “the finest theatre in the south”.
keionm: Please mention my name when you contact Charlie. Thanks again for your interest in Charlotte’s Carolina Theatre. If you want to learn much more about the theatre and its interesting history, go to www.mtos.org MTOS stands for Metrolina Theatre Organ Society.
BTW, I just posted the above message at 11:15 a.m. and it reads 8:15 a.m. so the CT clock isn’t matching real time….don’t believe I’ve had this situation occur since becoming a CT member.
keionm: What a lovely Sunday a.m. surprise to find your CT Carolina Theatre message. I hope that you will give Charlie Clayton a call at the above # and tell him of your support and interest in CTPS and our efforts. I also included his email address to contact him in the above March 11th. He would be happy to speak with you, give you the current update and any other general information. I have only been a member of CTPS since last winter. I find the folks involved to be dedicated, knowledgeable in their field(s) and ready to roll their sleeves up, as it were! I was going to send you a personal email, but see that that information is not provided by you on your profile page so therefore this CT post. My email is so feel free to contact me and/or Charlie anytime as I would forward any emails to him. Thanks again for your CTPS interest. Last winter Charlie gave me a tour of the Carolina and it was a memorable visit in many ways!
It’s shame that the other theatre in Mansfield, the Madison Theatre hasn’t been restored as it certainly deserves to be since it is a John Eberson/art deco theatre of the 20’s!
I tried the personal email address for “Jake” and it was undeliverable, but did visit the www.tourauburnny.com/schine.html site and found someone else to contact plus ordered a brochure which covers the Schine, the Willard Chapel, etc. Thanks TC!
I see where this link was posted and also a personal email so will try both of those routes and get back to this forum asap!
TC: We didn’t get to spend any additional time in Auburn as our trip actually only took us to nearby Skaneateles…that town being was our final destination, but we do plan to return and see the City of Auburn and another Schine theatre as there were many in the western NYS area under that name i.e. Palace in Lockport NY. The website shows that the theatre was very art deco in its day. Did find out that Auburn had, at one time, 4 THEATRES over the years!
Still wondering if this Warner Theatre has a Warner coat of arms or any general information regarding Warner coat of arms….posted this question 5/14.
I saw the movie prior to my involvement with CT so wouldn’t have noticed at the time the scene you refer to in the movie.
TC: I saw the movie “The Notebook”, but don’t recall seeing the American so must rent the movie or buy the DVD so I can hit the pause button!
CantonPalaceTech: I’ll be in Canton September 16-17-18. Please email me at
This theatre should be restored and open again for the citizens of San Angelo Texas!
The photo now confirms that the Warner Theatre in Erie PA was NOT an atmospheric theatre which I questioned for several months…have yet to see it, in person, but plan to later this summer! If only they could have the original organ returned as its whereabouts is known in nearby Cleveland Ohio at an armory!
Charles: Thanks so very very much for the interior color photo of the Warner. Where on earth did you find it?
Charles: GREAT photo!
Bradley, Do you mean the Tivoli Theatre in Mishawaka? If so, it’s listed under theatres in Indiana. I believe the signature curved window was saved and do recall there being a wall of signatures through the years of famous performers that once graced the Tivoli stage.
A friend of mine sent me an article about this theatre so I then decided to check it out here. If you are in NYC, check it out!
I was just in Batavia over the weekend and there is a former theater on main street besides the ‘mall’ cinemas! A local church may be using it now though.
Just spoke with a good friend whose father managed a Monroe Theater in NYC, but he thought it was on a street called Monroe.
“I can confidently say that this is one of the most impressive sites that I have run across in my entire time on the web.” This pretty much sums up my feelings, too about finding Cinema Treasures last November 2004! Thank you Ross, Patrick and Bryan!
Yes, “it’s better than losing it entirely” if that is the alternative.
I’m a single theatre venue advocate, if at all possible, in this day and age.
Warren: Thanks, but I feel it is really a shame that the decision has to be made, for whatever reason, to sub-divide an atmospheric theatre as their interiors and effects are so very special.
“…..in 1963, the balcony was blocked off and a second floor screen was installed and renamed the Penthouse Theatre.” Is the balcony still “blocked off”? I’m surprised that the decision (somewhere along the way)to block off this balcony was made especially with the interior being atmospheric and the theatre was considered “the finest theatre in the south”.
keionm: Please mention my name when you contact Charlie. Thanks again for your interest in Charlotte’s Carolina Theatre. If you want to learn much more about the theatre and its interesting history, go to www.mtos.org MTOS stands for Metrolina Theatre Organ Society.
BTW, I just posted the above message at 11:15 a.m. and it reads 8:15 a.m. so the CT clock isn’t matching real time….don’t believe I’ve had this situation occur since becoming a CT member.
keionm: What a lovely Sunday a.m. surprise to find your CT Carolina Theatre message. I hope that you will give Charlie Clayton a call at the above # and tell him of your support and interest in CTPS and our efforts. I also included his email address to contact him in the above March 11th. He would be happy to speak with you, give you the current update and any other general information. I have only been a member of CTPS since last winter. I find the folks involved to be dedicated, knowledgeable in their field(s) and ready to roll their sleeves up, as it were! I was going to send you a personal email, but see that that information is not provided by you on your profile page so therefore this CT post. My email is so feel free to contact me and/or Charlie anytime as I would forward any emails to him. Thanks again for your CTPS interest. Last winter Charlie gave me a tour of the Carolina and it was a memorable visit in many ways!
Ziggy: I shall report back here after the Stevens concert!