Manville Opera House
Railroad Street,
Lincoln,
RI
02838
Railroad Street,
Lincoln,
RI
02838
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The Manville Opera House disappeared in the mid-20th century and along with the Central Theatre on Central Street, seems to have been the only other theatre in this Blackstone River mill town. Information on this and other old R.I. movie theatres will be appreciated.
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Gerald A. DeLuca
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The “Images of America” volume The Lower Blackstone Valley says that, after the fire of November 10, 1919 had destroyed nearby St. James Church, this theatre and the Bijou were both used for services.
A rally was announced for Democrats at the Manville Opera House, according to this piece in Providence News, May 28, 1925. CLICK HERE
The Woonsocket French newspaper La Sentinelle had this ad for a French play at the Manville Opera House to be given on May 29, 1926.
LA REDEMPTION.
Proceeds of movie program at the Manville Opera House donated to a charitable cause in January 1925. NEWSPAPER ITEM