Rivoli Theatre

117 N. 4th Street,
La Crosse, WI 54601

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KJB2012
KJB2012 on December 20, 2010 at 12:15 pm

I see that back in ‘04, right wingers were bent at the theatre posting a political sign. Chill out.
I’d attend a cinema even if they had a “Tea Party” sign out front. But then I support Free speech, even speech I disagree with.

Chuck1231
Chuck1231 on December 19, 2010 at 10:41 pm

The Rivoli was operated by Marcus Thesatres for many years.

lostmemory
lostmemory on May 2, 2009 at 3:19 pm

1981 Photo

1981 Photo

1986 Photo

lostmemory
lostmemory on April 7, 2009 at 8:20 pm

A nice close-up photo is here

lostmemory
lostmemory on November 2, 2007 at 5:08 pm

This is a postcard view circa 1920.

lostmemory
lostmemory on November 1, 2007 at 7:42 am

Here is a recent photo of the Rivoli Theater.

lostmemory
lostmemory on June 25, 2007 at 10:14 am

This is a close-up view of the Rivoli Theater.

kencmcintyre
kencmcintyre on October 23, 2006 at 1:56 pm

There is a listing for the Rivoli in this 1922 issue of the La Crosse Tribune:
http://tinyurl.com/yg9auu

lostmemory
lostmemory on October 3, 2006 at 3:42 pm

Here is a recent night view of the Rivoli Theater.

lostmemory
lostmemory on August 8, 2006 at 1:05 pm

This is a recent photo of the Rivoli Theater.

DennisParker
DennisParker on February 21, 2005 at 9:10 am

Doug Holtz,
Do you live in Lacrosse? We are trying to find some history and possible old pictures of the Rivoli. Any ideas on sources in Lacrosse to check?

Thanks, Parker

wisdoug
wisdoug on November 5, 2004 at 5:23 pm

Indeed, the political signage amounted to one sign in the former ticket booth, not exactly offensive as might have been inferred from the previous comment. Anyway, the upkeep does need to be improved and the restrooms are in dire need of repair and renovation. With some care and renovation, this theater could become the Spanish palace it originally was.

happytheatergoer
happytheatergoer on September 4, 2004 at 8:55 am

The Rivoli openly supports Democratic political candiates, and evenly is tacky enough to hang their political signage in the front lobby.
Republicans might want to choose another theater.
Why a business would want to alienate 40% of the voter pool in an effort to influence the undeiced/independent 20% is beyond me. Speaks heavily on the attitude of the management, and their negligent upkeeping that is leading the theater into a slow deteriating demise.