Centre Twin
461 Park Avenue,
Idaho Falls,
ID
83405
461 Park Avenue,
Idaho Falls,
ID
83405
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The 1934 Golden Jubilee edition of the Post-Register says that the Centre Theatre was called the Rex Theatre when it opened in 1913.
It was called the Falls Theatre from 1952 into the mid-1970’s, when it was operated by DeMordaunt and Drennan. Since 1993, the Centre Theatre has been operated by Kent and Ingrid Lott’s Royal Theaters.
In 2002 new seats were installed in the Centre Theatre as well as the local Paramount Triplex, which they also operate. What lies beneath its relatively modern facade is anyone’s guess. When in town be sure to check out the Colonial Theatre and Rio Theater.
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Ron Pierce
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Seating for the Centre Twin is listed at 515.
Here is a photo of the Centre Theater.
This was the Centre Theater in 1984.
From the mid 1930s a photo postcard view of Park Avenue along with the Rex Theater in Idaho Falls.
In March of 1952 Al Hager, who had owned the Rex since 1917, passed away. In August the Post-Register reported that the Rex theatre was being renovated. The building was gutted with only the sidewalls and a portion of the floor remaining. It was said the cost of the new theatre with its glass and aluminum facade came in at around $30,000. Basically the theater, designed by H.M Sundberg and Howard Sundberg, Jr. of Idaho Falls, was completely new and modern.
Operated by DeMordaunt and Drennan it opened as the Falls Theatre on November 25, 1952 with “Red Ball Express.” The 450-seat theater, with a balcony, had a first-run policy and sometimes second-runs of the more popular movies.
Its opening ad touted the features of the theatre:
Latest in theatre chairs (spaced for relaxation). Best in sound and projection equipment. Cycloramic screen (easy on the eyes). Pleasant appointments throughout— effective air conditioning.