Capitol Theatre

Barrington Street,
Halifax, NS

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Vanishing Capitol

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Opened 31 October 1930 and the architect was Murray Brown. This theatre had an atmospheric lobby with a castle design complete with stars and clouds on the ceiling but the auditorium was not atmospheric and had a timbered ceiling. It was demolished in 1974.

Contributed by Graeme McBain

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Mike Rogers
Mike Rogers on January 18, 2010 at 6:08 pm

Someone should remember this Ralph Kneebone the manager had a promotion on a movie! Something theatre managers today have no idea about.Mr.Kneebone had personal appearance of the Frankenstein monster to promote “FRANKENSTEIN MEETS THE SPACE MONSTER” he wanted to boost ticket sales at midnight. Thanks Mr. Kneebone.Glad i could get you on CT. Feb. 10 1969.

Chuck1231
Chuck1231 on July 4, 2011 at 2:12 pm

The Capitol Theatre was part of the Famous Players Theatres.

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