Fox Theatre
10 Flatbush Avenue,
Brooklyn,
NY
11217
10 Flatbush Avenue,
Brooklyn,
NY
11217
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The Fox Theater was once a centerpiece of “Downtown Brooklyn”. It opened on August 31, 1928. In the early-1960’s, it became a popular concert venue for rock ‘n’ roll shows emceed by Murray Kaufman ( Murray The “K”).
Despite its popularity, it was torn down in early-1971 and The Consolidated Edison company of New York was built in its place.
Contributed by
Joseph Cascio, William Gabel
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Thanks NittyRanks. What a terrific site. I was able to identify that the tracks shown in the 1933 photo belonged to the 5th Ave. elevated line that linked with the Fulton St. line in the north, and connected to the West End & 3rd Ave. lines going south. Had not been aware that these el lines existed.
Yeah it is a great site. I used to go there more but it is pretty extensive with the pictures and all.
I have a promo album of Murray the K doing an Easter or holiday show from the Fox. Gene Pitney and a number of other great early rock stars are featured.
I’ve noticed that in press reports during the relatively brief time that it was owned and run by its builder, it was often described as the William Fox Theatre.
Check some new old photos I just posted of the FOX staff. check ou photo section.
Likes so many other CT listings, STATUS needs to be changed from “Closed” to “Demolished.”
Click here for an exterior view of the Fox Theatre in 1929.
Here’s a two-page spread of photos from a 1928 trade journal: archive
Go to page 8 : http://www.flavorwire.com/351944/the-most-beautiful-buildings-in-new-york-that-no-longer-exist
Excellent thanks for that link!