Hornbeck Theatre
125 N. Bell Street,
Shawnee,
OK
74801
125 N. Bell Street,
Shawnee,
OK
74801
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Renovations described in this 1973 trade article: Boxoffice
The Cinema Section of Roadside Oklahome is closed, they no longer have theatre photos according to the site. Go to their home page for further details.
Pretty much the same view by hitting the map button in the header.
This is what the Hornbeck Theatre neighborhood looks like now days,
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Photos of the Hornbeck Theatre.
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From 2010 a photo view of the Hornbeck in Shawnee Here and Here.
Roadside Oklahoma site features both vintage and modern images of the Hornbeck & Penthouse Cinemas,
http://www.roadsideoklahoma.com/node/639
Here is a 2009 photo of the Hornbeck.
This is a nice shot of the Hornbeck at night.
One more 1985 night photo is here.
Here is another 1985 photo.
1985 photo of the Hornbeck Theatre.
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The Penthouse was my favorite of these two. The Hornbeck seemed to have not-so-good sightlines despite having a large screen. The acoustics were not very good either. Too much echo at the time. The Penthouse was great though. Intimate and nice size screen for the seating. I remember seeing Porky’s there several times with a full house each time. Only thing I worried about was if the building could hold the wieght. Still, a great place to see a flick.
Here is a November 2008 photo.
This is a 2008 photo.
The Hornbeck Theater showing “National Lampoon’s Vacation” with Chevy Chase and “Mr. Mom” with Michael Keaton in 1983.
Nice grand opening shots of the Hornbeck Theater can be seen by typing in word “hornbeck” -
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My wife and I live just outside of Shawnee. We travel a lot and always hear people complain about the high cost of movie going. We always laugh and then tell them about our “little secret” in Shawnee! We spread the word to families that we know who would like to experience a real movie theater without breaking their wallets. Last winter, my wife spent $10 for us to see a movie, two large drinks, and a large popcorn. Can’t beat that with a stick! To the owners of the Hornbeck, THANK YOU! You have made it possible for families to experience the true theater experience at a very affordable price.
This is a recent night view of the Hornbeck Theater.
I lived in Shawnee for about 1-½ years, 7 years ago. I only lived a short distance from this place, and unfortunately never knew it existed.
I now live in Ada, OK, and a friend invited me out for a movie. We went to the Hornbeck. Wow! What a great place! I love older architecture. I hope this place stays going. I’d love to go back again, sometime soon.
I am originally from Shawnee(40 years ago). My brother and I visited the Hornbeck/Penthouse every weekend of our childhoods. I have taken my children almost every weekend as an adult(depending on what is showing). Thanks for making our adventure so fun and affordable!! We miss Francis, but your lobby help is doing a wonderful job. Keep up the good work!!
Here is another photo of the Hornbeck Theater.
Photo of the Hornbeck Theatre.
http://www.exithere.net/theaters/c61_hornbeck.html
Whew, that’s a relief. Actually, I was just there to see Amityville Horror. My wife and I really enjoy the Hornbeck. Mr Jones, was it muraled behind the curtains? There’s a theatre in Lamar CO, the Lamar, that resembles it quite a lot. It is also high art deco with murals and back lit neon and such. Thanks for the info. I’d still love a tour and some more history some time.
The Hornbeck is still open 7 days a week, just no matinees on weekdays. Thanks, Jones Theatres, Inc.