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March 13, 2014
Remnants of Times Square’s Loew’s Mayfair Theater
NEW YORK, NY — With the recent closing of the souvenir store it housed, the former Mayfair Theatre is now hanging in the balance. Untapped Cities took a look inside at some of the features still existing from its previous usage as a theatre as much was lost following a 2007 renovation.
(Thanks to Warren G. Harris for providing the photo.)
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March 7, 2014
World Herald continues photo series
OMAHA, NE — The has been continuing to pump out photo displays of their cinema treasures. This week the archive consists of shots of the Muse, RKO Brandeis, Q-Cinema 9, Strand, and the Southroads 4.
Check out all the photos in the World Herald.
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March 5, 2014
Marley Station theater closes
GLEN BURNIE, MD — After 25+ years, the Movies at Marley Station has closed. Regal did not release any comment on the closure but the mall director claimed an exciting announcement is on the way for the space.
Read more in the Capital Gazette.
(Thanks to JackCoursey for providing the photo.)
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Elko Speedway getting new drive-in
ELKO NEW MARKET CITY, MN — It’s not everyday you hear about a new drive-in but the folks at the Elko Speedway are doing exactly that with the opening of one this summer. The seasonal theater will truly be a throwback though with its use of the screen from the shuttered Cottage View Drive-In.
Read more in Bring me the news.
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March 4, 2014
The most interesting parking lot ever
DETROIT, MI — If you’ve never seen photos of the former Michigan Theater, check out the spread in the Daily Mail. They feature some great large shots of the famous theatre turned parking garage as well as a history of how it made it to this stage.
(Thanks to bobster1985 for providing the photo.)
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February 28, 2014
The ‘dome’ remembered
PLEASANT HILL, CA — The beloved CineArts may be gone along with its unforgettable dome but its image could live on. The developer of the site announced plans to commemorate the theatre through a tile mural, a bronze plaque and eight pavers stamped with a drawing of the dome. These features will be in various locations around the new building.
Read more in the Contra Costa Times.
(Thanks to nbever for providing the photo.
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February 27, 2014
Theater owners abandon Mallory Brook Cinema Nine
BARKHAMSTED, CT — Nothing but a handwritten sign spelled the end for the Mallory Brook Cinema 9 which abruptly closed in October. Its former operator, Cinema Holdings Group has been unavailable for comment but the property owner is trying to bring a new one in.
Read more in the Register Citizen which also delved deeper into Cinema Holdings' legal troubles.
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February 21, 2014
Golden State Theatre million dollar price reduction
MONTEREY, CA — Today the Golden State Theatre Complex has been reduced in price a million dollars to $3,990,000. The prime downtown Monterey building includes three restaurants, two more retail shops, two floors of office / creative space and the 1,000 seat theater in a street-to-street 27,570 square foot building. The new price equates to $145 per square foot for the owner-occupied performing arts center supplemented with over $170,000 per year in rental income from the retail storefronts and restaurants. There is also close to 4,000 square feet of vacant office or creative space ideal for conversion to residential apartments.
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February 19, 2014
Historic drive-in for sale
GRANBURY, TX — The 60-year old Brazos Drive-In is for sale from its owner of 28 years. They haven’t converted to digital yet but they hope to show whatever 35mm films they can get this upcoming season. Price tag: $575K.
Read the full story in the Sioux City Journal.
(Thanks to wsasser for providing the photo.)
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February 17, 2014
Waynesville movie theater seeks help creating historical timeline
WAYNESVILLE, NC — The Strand Theatre is building a timeline of its history in its hallway and is looking for participation in filling it in. Anyone with memories or photos is encouraged to contact them asap.
Read more in the Mountain Xpress.
(Thanks to WHITEFIELD for providing the photo.)