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menright commented about Chinook Theatre on Oct 15, 2018 at 12:28 pm

Saw a lot of movies in that theatre back in the 70’s. There was only 1 screen so you’d have to line up forever waiting for the next show to begin.

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menright commented about Orpheum Theater on Sep 3, 2018 at 2:39 pm

Nice colour picture of the theatre from www.shorpy.com.
http://www.shorpy.com/node/23766?size=_original#caption

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menright commented about Colonia Theatre on Nov 8, 2017 at 12:07 pm

As of Nov 2017 their website shows then showing current releases. http://www.thecoloniatheatre.com/

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menright commented about Byrd Theatre on Mar 30, 2016 at 11:30 am

I should have checked the other photos first. They have a picture of the panel, worth checking out.

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menright commented about Byrd Theatre on Mar 30, 2016 at 11:28 am

About 16 or 17 years ago I was on business in Richmond and got to watch a few movies from the projection booth. That was awesome. They still had two carbon arc projectors and the most amazing electric panel for all the house lights and such. I could swear they still had some knife switches on that panel.

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menright commented about Westhampton Theatre on Mar 30, 2016 at 9:05 am

Was on business in town about 16 or 17 years ago and had the good fortune to catch a movie there (plus a few at The Byrd).

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menright commented about Odeon Theatre on Aug 4, 2015 at 7:56 am

Here’s a link to a photo of the theatre. I recall seeing a film or 2 there back in the 80’s. Link to Marda Theatre

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menright commented about RKO Prospect Theatre on Jul 23, 2015 at 11:43 am

Great bunch of pictures on the current state of the theatre on the After the Final Curtain website. http://afterthefinalcurtain.net/tag/rko-prospect/

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menright commented about 1989 photo credit Ken Damrau. on Jun 25, 2015 at 7:34 am

Great picture! I read once that this theatre was more likely used as the basis of the album cover design for Styx Paradise Theatre than the actual Paradise Theatre.

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menright commented about Lyceum Theatre on Dec 23, 2014 at 6:36 am

There’s a nice picture on Shorpy very similar to the postcard view above.

http://www.shorpy.com/node/18952?size=_original#caption

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menright commented about Clayton Theatre on Dec 22, 2014 at 9:29 am

Looks like they’ve done some work on it. It’s digital now.

http://www.theclaytontheatre.com/

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menright commented about Rialto Theatre on Nov 5, 2014 at 8:44 am

Yes Davidzornig, there was such a ruling due to a fire. Here’s a link in Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laurier_Palace_Theatre_fire

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menright commented about Fort Theatre on Oct 2, 2014 at 5:42 pm

Great pics Bill, it’s always interesting seeing how the theatres were in their day.

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menright commented about Old Roxy Theatre on May 7, 2014 at 12:56 pm

This link shows some of the renovations that had been done:

http://classic-construction.ca/projects-portfolio/renovation-of-roxy-theatre-in-mount-forest-on/

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menright commented about Old Roxy Theatre on May 7, 2014 at 12:54 pm

I went and saw the comedy group “The Arrogant Worms” there in about 2002. It was a fantastic theatre and they had one a really nice renovation. I have 4 seats from it, 2 from the balcony and 2 from the main level). I’m sad to hear it has closed. This is what I found from the www.southwesternontario.ca/news website.

The Old Roxy Theatre closes its doors

The Old Roxy Theatre in Mount Forest has closed its doors as a live theatre for the last time. Richard Sharpe, concert promoter, says he regrets the closing and thanks the many fans, businesses and residents who supported this unique hometown venue since its opening in 2002.The Old Roxy has held hundreds of live performances with the best of country, pop, rock and comedy. The intimacy of the small stage and seating was a favorite of the fans and the many Canadian and international artists who performed there, Mr. Sharpe said, adding that the economic impact created by over 100,000 concert visitors to Mount Forest since 2002 will be missed. In 2009 alone the economic spin offs benefited local businesses to the tune of $800,000 according to the Ministry of Tourism’s TREIM model, a staggering $7.2 million since 2002, a press release said. The Old Roxy brand will continue as part of the production company, The Concert Factory. Future performances will be scheduled into other community theatres and venues across Ontario and Canada.

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menright commented about Bijou Cinema on May 7, 2014 at 12:44 pm

The above link some how got modified because there was an “at” symbol in it. … :–(

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menright commented about Bijou Cinema on May 7, 2014 at 12:42 pm

The Google Map in the overview is from Toronto, should be west Hill

https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Kingston+Rd/State Theatre.770626,-79.186722,3a,75y,96.7h,90t/data=!3m4!1e1!3m2!1smFcfiXO9S360gsYuZZ9e-A!2e0!4m2!3m1!1s0x89d4da9a0940a7dd:0x3a50d5e38d59337b?hl=en

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menright commented about Savannah Theatre on Apr 25, 2014 at 5:51 am

Was there a theatre on the site between 1906 and 1948? To say it was continuous would imply there was.

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menright commented about Danforth Music Hall Theatre on Sep 21, 2012 at 11:20 am

Saw a band last night at the Danforth Music Hall. It was great venue for that. They’ve removed the seats on the main level now, but, there are still seats in the balcony.

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menright commented about Palace Theatre on Nov 14, 2011 at 12:01 pm

Loved this theatre, lined up for many a movie premier during the late 70’s to early 80’s.

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menright commented about Apollo Theatre on Nov 14, 2011 at 11:58 am

Couldn’t connect to the above links.

There is an awesome picture on www.shorpy.com

http://www.shorpy.com/node/11407?size=_original

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menright commented about Lakewood Theatre on May 31, 2011 at 1:27 pm

I was on a job in Dallas in the summer of ‘98. I went and saw 5 old movies at the lake. I recall there was “The Philidelphia Story”, “The Awful Truth” and a few others. It wasn’t like going to see just a movie, it was like going to an event. They showed old serial movies first and served drinks right at your seat. An announcer would introduce the feature movie. It was great. Don’t know if they still do that.

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menright commented about Royal Cinema on May 22, 2006 at 3:34 am

Three rep cinemas to close by end of June
May 18, 2006. 01:00 AM

Three longtime repertory cinema houses â€" the Revue, the Royal and the Kingsway â€" are slated to close by the end of June.

The theatres â€" part of the Festival Cinemas group â€" were owned by cinema entrepreneur Peter McQuillan, who died in October 2004.

Last night, his son Mark told the Star that he and his two siblings made the decision to close the theatres reluctantly.

“The heart and soul was my father. Since (his death), we have been trying our best to run (the business).

``But we don’t have the time, the energy and the financial wherewithal to keep it going,“ said McQuillan, noting difficult market conditions contributed to their decision.

“I feel bad if they are closing. We might get a few more customers but I don’t know what it says for the industry,” said Carmelo Bordonaro, owner of the Bloor Cinema.

“It’s a labour of love, these cinemas, believe me — a lot of hard work,“ Bordonaro said.

Bordonaro, a one-time partner with Peter McQuillan, said he was a “great guy.”

“He loved film, he loved cinemas and he really supported the film industry in a lot of ways. He was an amazing guy. I miss him all the time,” Bordonaro said.

Bordonaro said the entire movie industry is experiencing dramatic changes, with new films being downloaded from the Internet, DVDs being released in a shorter time period following a new film’s release at major theatres, and DVDs also being sold at big discounts.

All those factors and others are making it increasingly difficult for repertory theatres to compete and survive, he said.

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menright commented about Revue Cinema on May 22, 2006 at 3:32 am

Three rep cinemas to close by end of June
May 18, 2006. 01:00 AM

Three longtime repertory cinema houses â€" the Revue, the Royal and the Kingsway â€" are slated to close by the end of June.

The theatres â€" part of the Festival Cinemas group â€" were owned by cinema entrepreneur Peter McQuillan, who died in October 2004.

Last night, his son Mark told the Star that he and his two siblings made the decision to close the theatres reluctantly.

“The heart and soul was my father. Since (his death), we have been trying our best to run (the business).

``But we don’t have the time, the energy and the financial wherewithal to keep it going,“ said McQuillan, noting difficult market conditions contributed to their decision.

“I feel bad if they are closing. We might get a few more customers but I don’t know what it says for the industry,” said Carmelo Bordonaro, owner of the Bloor Cinema.

“It’s a labour of love, these cinemas, believe me — a lot of hard work,“ Bordonaro said.

Bordonaro, a one-time partner with Peter McQuillan, said he was a “great guy.”

“He loved film, he loved cinemas and he really supported the film industry in a lot of ways. He was an amazing guy. I miss him all the time,” Bordonaro said.

Bordonaro said the entire movie industry is experiencing dramatic changes, with new films being downloaded from the Internet, DVDs being released in a shorter time period following a new film’s release at major theatres, and DVDs also being sold at big discounts.

All those factors and others are making it increasingly difficult for repertory theatres to compete and survive, he said.

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menright commented about Kingsway Theatre on May 22, 2006 at 3:31 am

Three rep cinemas to close by end of June
May 18, 2006. 01:00 AM

Three longtime repertory cinema houses â€" the Revue, the Royal and the Kingsway â€" are slated to close by the end of June.

The theatres â€" part of the Festival Cinemas group â€" were owned by cinema entrepreneur Peter McQuillan, who died in October 2004.

Last night, his son Mark told the Star that he and his two siblings made the decision to close the theatres reluctantly.

“The heart and soul was my father. Since (his death), we have been trying our best to run (the business).

``But we don’t have the time, the energy and the financial wherewithal to keep it going,“ said McQuillan, noting difficult market conditions contributed to their decision.

“I feel bad if they are closing. We might get a few more customers but I don’t know what it says for the industry,” said Carmelo Bordonaro, owner of the Bloor Cinema.

“It’s a labour of love, these cinemas, believe me — a lot of hard work,“ Bordonaro said.

Bordonaro, a one-time partner with Peter McQuillan, said he was a “great guy.”

“He loved film, he loved cinemas and he really supported the film industry in a lot of ways. He was an amazing guy. I miss him all the time,” Bordonaro said.

Bordonaro said the entire movie industry is experiencing dramatic changes, with new films being downloaded from the Internet, DVDs being released in a shorter time period following a new film’s release at major theatres, and DVDs also being sold at big discounts.

All those factors and others are making it increasingly difficult for repertory theatres to compete and survive, he said.