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April 24, 2012
ArcLight Cinemas redefines the moviegoing experience in L.A.
HOLLYWOOD, CA — It may not be for everyone but ArcLight Cinemas certainly built a recognizable brand in Los Angeles. The high-end complex opened ten years ago connected to the historic Cinerama Dome and its reserved seating and no-late-seating policies have inspired imitators around the world.
Read more about the start of the chain in the Los Angeles Times.
(Thanks to Kris for providing the photo.)
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Opening night at the US 23 DI in Flint
FLINT, MI — Opening night on April 6 attracted a crowd at the US 23 Drive-in Theatre, hundreds of cars rolled into the drive-in’s lot to take in one of three double features offered on the drive-in’s three screens.
More details are available from the Flint Journal.
(Thanks to Gary Flinn for providing the story.)
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April 23, 2012
Portage Theater fate still in suspense
CHICAGO, IL — The cornerstone of the Six Corners neighborhood, the Portage Theater is still in limbo. The zoning appeals board delayed their decision on the future of the the theatre with the Chicago Tabernacle still looking to purchase it.
Read the full story in the Chicago Tribune.
(Thanks to Norman Plant for providing the photo.)
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April 20, 2012
The Varsity and Chelsea theaters keep costs low by showing releases later
CHAPEL HILL, NC — The Daily Tar Heel discusses the strategies of the second-run Chelsea and Varsity theatres. They keep prices down by waiting for titles and providing a less glitzy atmosphere.
(Thanks to wsasser for providing the photo.)
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Bucksport Cinema takes audience back in time
BUCKSPORT, ME — Built in 1916, the Alamo Theatre has held a special place in the hearts of Bucksport residents for quite awhile. A piece in WABI details how its loyal owner brought the charm back to the theatre.
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April 19, 2012
Congress Theater takes heat at City Hall hearing
CHICAGO, IL — The Congress Theater is in the spotlight in a bad way because of recent issues that came to the forefront following a sexual assault nearby on New Year’s Eve. Numerous complaints by neighbors about drunk and disorderly by concertgoers fueled a recent city hall meeting. They must turn things around and prove they’re improving security before another hearing in June.
Read the full story in the Chicago Tribune.
(Thanks to KenRoe for providing the photo.)
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April 18, 2012
Sundance Cinemas to take over, remodel U District Metro Cinemas
SEATTLE, WA — Landmark is losing another theatre in the Seattle market as Sundance Cinemas will takeover and revamp the Metro Cinemas. This goes along with their nationwide expansion. The conversion will happen May 1 but they will continue to show films during the renovations.
Read more in the Seattle Times.
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April 17, 2012
Sundance Cinemas enters the Seattle Market
LOS ANGELES, CA –- Sundance Cinemas is pleased to announce it will be taking over the operation at the Metro 10 Cinema in the U-District on May 1, 2012. Sundance will operate the theatre for several months “as is” while it plans for an extensive remodel and prepares for the grand re-opening. The theatre will be rechristened Sundance Cinemas Seattle.
There are currently four theatres in the growing circuit. They are located in Madison, Wisconsin, San Francisco, California, Houston, Texas and the newest theatre, currently under construction in West Hollywood, California. A new location was recently announced for an 8 screen theatre in Dobbs Ferry, Westchester County, New York set to open in 2014.
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April 16, 2012
Unique floating movie theater in Thailand
YAO NOI, THAILAND — Used specifically for a film festival and special events, a temporary cinema on the sea was built off of Thailand. Thanks to some rafts and imagination, the floating theatre provided unforgettable entertainment.
Read more and see some great pictures at Haute Living.
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April 13, 2012
Ioka exceeds 1,000 members
EXETER, NH — The membership drive to support the Ioka Theater has been a rousing success. Local businesses encouraged the drive by offering incentives and its future as the home of the Exeter Theater Company is now more secure.
Read more in Seacoast Online.