Joe: I just viewed the Boxoffice photos and see the art deco interior and the round windows in the art deco front doors which is a repeated theme in many of DeAngelis'theatre designs. Now the list of DeAngelis designed theatres is up to 19…this one and the Lake have been added.
I just watched the video and it would be a shame to see this unique art deco theatre come down to make way for a condo complex. And to think it is LA near the heart and soul of movieland, Hollywood.
Joe: The Lake Theatre isn’t listed on CT and should perhaps be added. If additional information isn’t available, I’m sure someone will post what they may know.
According to the link below the Lake nor the Star are listed as theatres designed by Michael DeAngelis so perhaps they should be added to the list. I have interest in the DeAngelis name as he designed my hometown former theatre, Grand/Westfield NY.
I had no idea this theatre had 1200 seats and look forward to seeing the restored Rogers in the near future. And interesting to see that CT founder, Ross Melnick added this theatre!
NewOwnerGary: I wish you well and will keep you and your crew in my prayers as I’m sure you do have an enormous task ahead, but it will all be worth while once the doors reopen. The Rogers has set far too long deserted and dark so it finally deserves this special TLC attention.
…….“one of the last old-style theaters in North Carolina that hasn’t been chopped into smaller theaters.” This is music to my ears! There is a book entitled Our Vanishing Americana by Mike Lassiter of Davidson NC that features many things such as single screen theatres, drug stores with soda fountains, hot dog stands and general stores.
Interesting to read of the new multi-screen cinemas being built next to the original art deco Mimosa. I’ve learned that the Mimosa sits dark, today except for a restaurant in the lobby area, only. Would love to see interior photos and read personal memories of seeing movies at the Mimosa.
A Year in Revue….A Strand Theatre Spectacular January 8-10..visit the website for more details! www.earlsmithstrand.org
The Strand is also home to Atlanta’s Lyric Theatre with great live productions in 2010 such as Cinderella, The All Night Stut, Little Shop of Horrors, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and Hairspray!
I truly hope that the renovating efforts for this theatre returns it to the orignal single screen concept. Present and past photos of the theatre and its art deco interior can be found at the site below:
Cinema Tour has this theatre listed, but no photo.
I know a Schine theatre expert who should be able to give us more information on this theatre. She is also a CT member.
Joe: I just viewed the Boxoffice photos and see the art deco interior and the round windows in the art deco front doors which is a repeated theme in many of DeAngelis'theatre designs. Now the list of DeAngelis designed theatres is up to 19…this one and the Lake have been added.
I just watched the video and it would be a shame to see this unique art deco theatre come down to make way for a condo complex. And to think it is LA near the heart and soul of movieland, Hollywood.
Joe: The Lake Theatre isn’t listed on CT and should perhaps be added. If additional information isn’t available, I’m sure someone will post what they may know.
According to the link below the Lake nor the Star are listed as theatres designed by Michael DeAngelis so perhaps they should be added to the list. I have interest in the DeAngelis name as he designed my hometown former theatre, Grand/Westfield NY.
http://cinematreasures.org/architects/310/
SiliconSam: I can see the photobucket photos now and it is quite the building facade.
I had no idea this theatre had 1200 seats and look forward to seeing the restored Rogers in the near future. And interesting to see that CT founder, Ross Melnick added this theatre!
Your welcome…..don’t have to be an administrator only a member.
mgoshea: Just go to “add a theater” and follow instructions including as much correct information as you can.
Photobucket doesn’t work so can anyone provide a photo(s)?
NewOwnerGary: I wish you well and will keep you and your crew in my prayers as I’m sure you do have an enormous task ahead, but it will all be worth while once the doors reopen. The Rogers has set far too long deserted and dark so it finally deserves this special TLC attention.
…….“one of the last old-style theaters in North Carolina that hasn’t been chopped into smaller theaters.” This is music to my ears! There is a book entitled Our Vanishing Americana by Mike Lassiter of Davidson NC that features many things such as single screen theatres, drug stores with soda fountains, hot dog stands and general stores.
This theatre was recently featured on WTVI in the Charlotte NC area.
Interesting to read of the new multi-screen cinemas being built next to the original art deco Mimosa. I’ve learned that the Mimosa sits dark, today except for a restaurant in the lobby area, only. Would love to see interior photos and read personal memories of seeing movies at the Mimosa.
And a great site with artist rendering of how it will look!
Good news then!
longislandmovies: I believe the demise of this theatre came down to….location, location, location.
If the drive-in stays open, her dream will be kept alive.
RIP Ms. Lawing…you left many great drive-in memories with many residents, I’m sure.
A Year in Revue….A Strand Theatre Spectacular January 8-10..visit the website for more details! www.earlsmithstrand.org
The Strand is also home to Atlanta’s Lyric Theatre with great live productions in 2010 such as Cinderella, The All Night Stut, Little Shop of Horrors, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and Hairspray!
Any vintage photos of this theatre dating back to when it first opened?
And many informative past news articles can be found here, by date:
http://www.denistheatre.org/News/Archive
I truly hope that the renovating efforts for this theatre returns it to the orignal single screen concept. Present and past photos of the theatre and its art deco interior can be found at the site below:
http://www.denistheatre.org/History/Pictures
eileenp: Blatt Bros was associated with the Corry Drive-In in Corry PA as the name is still on the back of the tall screen.