Greentree 4 Theatre

Yes, the building was built in 1968, for the Trans-Lux company. It was a large single screen with the traditional Blue and Gold color scheme. The original ceilings are nearly 40 ft high. It was obviously at the end of the single screen era. It was divided into 2 side by side theaters in the 70s and then split again in the 80s which is how it is now. The company that owns it will only invest what they can make back in 6 months. So it is pretty slim chance that it will ever be restored but it would be awesome. It is sad but even after being closed since 2003 people have not even noticed . Everyday there are still people coming up and asking when the shows start. All of the seats and fixtures have been removed, but there are some leftovers still around. like the blue and gold taffeta sound fold and some leftover paint. The original ceiling tiles are still painted gold. (that is the ones that haven’t fallen) the architectural info is box c-35, box 0-15 and is Trans-Lux project#1991. Also Trans-Lux Theaters Pylon sign Drew Eberson

I have a question for all you folks, do you know if Trans-Lux did cinerama projections? The reason I ask is, the was my projector bases are lined with what would have originally been the screen has always boggled me. they are set at outward angles away from each other. as if they we to hit the corners of the building. Likewise the if you go to the far end of the building you would see where the original screen was and the area is curved. I have also noticed this in the blueprints of the building. Even the leading wall of the original projection area is curved. Could my 4 have at one time been a Cinerama theater or were the other types of multiple projections? I really am new to all of the history, but am very interested.

Yes, Trans-Lux did operate some Cinerama houses, but this was never one of them. This theater is too close to Louisville for Cinerama to have been exhibited there; Cinerama markets were well-defined and care was taken to never over-saturate a geographical area. In fact, according to this well-researched list of Cinerama theaters, the only Indiana city that had Cinerama showings was Indianapolis: View link

Eberson did build one purpose-built Cinerama house for Trans-Lux in Harrisburg. PA; the chain also took over the Martin Cinerama theaters in St. Louis and New Orleans.

I think its quite likely though that what was when this theater may have looked very much like other Eberson single-screen theater designs of the latter 1960s. Many of these had large, gently curved screens and many had 70mm equipment.

When the original theater was twinned, it apparently was called the Trans-Lux Blue and Gold. I have a hunch that when this twinning occurred, the original single auditorium was split in half, the original screen removed, and the projectors re-positioned to hit the new screens.

Does anyone have any pics of this building in its heyday, i would really love them if you do.

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We had our first movie showing in seven years. Our screen is in the lobby and is 10 ft by 6 ½ ft. everything is decorated to resemble an abandoned theater from the 30s or 40s. we have painted and cleaned put up new lighting and did a faux finish on the walls. prior to the movies we showed a 12 min DVD of compiled Drive In Advertisements, and cartoons. To keep with tradition. Of course since we are in our lobby we are using temporary seating. Our chairs are white stack-able lawn chairs. Everyone seemed to enjoy them selves and we had a good turn out. These are semi public/semi private parties that are geared generally to our Facebook friends and their guests. There is a $5.00 Donation to cover cost and includes FREE Popcorn, and Soda.If you are interested please join our Facebook Page all of our information is put up on there usually daily