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March 15, 2013
Going to the movies has changed for the better since ‘80s
Rich Copley of the Herald-Leader argues that theaters have changed for the better in the past 30 years. While we’re not building single-screen palaces, he claims the cinema experience has vastly improved from the chopped up multiplexes of the 80’s.
How would you compare the two eras?
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March 14, 2013
Bonacio looking for movie theater operator in downtown Troy
TROY, NY — Local developer Sonny Bonacio is looking for a operator for his recently purchased Cinema Art Theater. The nearly 100-year old theater has been vacant for 7 years but the auditorium is still intact.
Read more in the Business Review.
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LAist’s Top L.A. Movie Theaters
LAist listed their top theaters in Los Angeles. It features everything from best places to catch a mainstream, revival or independent flick.
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March 13, 2013
Last Remaining Seats lineup announced
LOS ANGELES, CA — The annual Last Remaining Seats film series is coming and yet again, Angelenos will have an opportunity to visit some rarely-open treasures. Check out their website for the full schedule including an evening at the 101-year-old Palace Theatre and “My Fair Lady” at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.
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Gothamist’s 12 Best NYC Theaters
Gothamist looked at their 12 best theaters in New York City and some of the categories may surprise you. Maybe they were just trying to find some way to reward a few special theaters but you’ll get to read about Best Theater to Score a Last Minute Blockbuster Ticket and Best Gem Hidden in a Multiplex.
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March 12, 2013
What’s an Egyptian movie theater doing in Downtown Boise?
BOISE, ID — A piece in the Atlantic Cities looks at the storied history of the Egyptian Theatre. Thanks to a loyal local following and pragmatic owners, the theatre has undergone numerous restorations and is looking better than ever.
(Thanks to RonP for providing the photo.)
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Luxury movie theaters are rolling out the red carpet
ST. LOUIS, MO — Luxury theater chains have been sprouting up around the nation and St. Louis is no exception. Take a look at the St. Louis Post Dispatch’s survey of the local options. They break them down based on food, seats and price.
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March 11, 2013
Fiske awarded Tulane School of Architecture Dean’s Fund for Excellence Grant
NEW ORLEANS, LA — The West Carroll Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the Tulane School of Architecture are pleased to announce the Fiske Theatre in Oak Grove, La. has been awarded the Tulane School of Architecture Deans Fund for Excellence Grant to be used for historical research of small mid-century theatres in Louisiana.
“This is tremendous news for our theatre,” Adam Holland, President of Holland Entertainment who operates the Fiske Theatre for the West Carroll Chamber said. “Since we have been involved with the theatre it has been our goal to restore her reputation as one of the most respected theatres in the region. By being awarded this grant to be case study for an institution as prestigious as Tulane, it shows we are being noticed across the state.”
Tulane’s project will include documentation and historical research of the Ultra-Moderne Art-Deco architecture of the late B.W. Stevens who designed the Fiske Theatre as well as the Joy on Canal Street in New Orleans. This research will include reproducing the lost blueprints of the theatre as well as preparing documentation to assist in the submission for future listing on the National Register of Historic Places when the theatre becomes eligible in coming years.
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Family-owned cinema evolves into intimate local fixture
PROVIDENCE, RI — In its 35+ years, the Cable Car Cinema has become a cornerstone in the community. The Bilodeau family owned and operated it for many years until the current owners, Daniel Kamil and Emily Steffian, purchased it five years ago. They continue to thrive due to handpicked presentations of independent films.
Read more in the Brown Daily Herald.
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March 8, 2013
Saenger Theater hosts movie series during Spring Break
HATTIESBURG, MS — The Saenger Theatre is getting back to its cinema roots with film screenings next week. There are 11AM showings of “ET” this Monday and Tuesday for only $3. Make plans for this rare opportunity to see a film in this historic venue.
Read more at WDAM.
(Thanks to Norman Plant for providing the photo.)