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June 26, 2007
Top sellers and survey questions
2 part question here….
First, what would you consider to be a concession stand top 10 (or so) best seller? Obviously popcorn and soda and water is up there….anything else and if so, any idea to what it would contribute to your percentage of sales? We find that the prepackaged jujubes/gummy candies are slow sellers and not worth stocking anymore…if we can even sell what we have left that is!
Second. Thinking of conducting a customer service survey to try and reposition our marketing, pricing, times and shows. In exchange for doing our mailout survey, people will get a free admission pass when they bring the survey to the ticket booth. What would some penetrating questions be for customers that would benefit the theatre and the people who work there? Start times? Prices? Decore? I have no idea what I would want/need to know, but one thing I do know is that we could be better than we are and the first place to go for that info is the people who use our theatre…
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Decorative painting free
Decorative Painting Apprenticeship Program (DPAP) is an organization devoted to restoring or painting new, interior decorative finishes while at the same time training students by nationally and internationally known artisans that are masters in there trade/art. We welcome theaters and are experienced in theater re-paints. We can save you tens of thousands of dollars in labor.
If you have a building or just want more info, please go to our web site or also here.
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June 25, 2007
Happy 25th, ‘Blade Runner’!
On June 25, 1982, twenty-five years ago today, Blade Runner was released. The film, directed by Ridley Scott and starring Harrison Ford, opened in 1,295 theatres in the United States and Canada, ten of which showed the film in 70mm Six-Track Dolby Stereo*. It opened to mixed reviews and would gross a paltry $27 million. The film did, however, receive numerous movie-industry award nominations, including Academy Award nods for Art Direction and Visual Effects.
Anyone see it in its (brief) theatrical run? Any memories you care to share? Me? Believe it or not, I did not see Blade Runner in its original theatrical run. I had wanted to see it, but a couple of things got in the way: (1) the film’s R rating (I was 13 at the time), and (2) E.T.
As a sci-fi/fantasy buff and a big fan of Harrison Ford’s Han Solo and Indiana Jones performances, I had every intention of seeing Blade Runner. I recall pre-release coverage in magazines like Starlog, but was disappointed upon learning of its R rating. And since my folks had no intention of taking me to see it, the only way I was to see Blade Runner was if I snuck in. (I suspect my parents regretted taking me to see R-rated fare like Saturday Night Fever, Slap Shot and The Deer Hunter, films I probably had no business seeing at a young age.)
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This summer at the movies
Dan Glickman of the MPAA sounds off on the summer’s film business.
It’s been just a few weeks since the official start of summer. As folks break out their summer whites, dive into the local swimming pool and fire up the grill, one additional seasonal pastime is off to a blazing start: it seems everyone is heading to the movies.
Moviegoers today have plenty of choices for their entertainment — from television to video games to the beckoning outdoors. Yet the allure of air conditioning and fresh popcorn alone can hardly account for the movie-going masses visiting the theaters in such large numbers. From long-awaited summer sequels to smaller films that make us laugh, think, or both, the movies are enjoying a revival today.
First out of the gate were a bevy of fan favorites — from Spider-man to Shrek to Pirates of the Caribbean. Independents like Waitress found a place in our hearts and continue to thrive at the box office. Knocked Up demonstrated a bull market for films that celebrate the humor of being, well, human. Fans came back to see the gang from Ocean’s and just last weekend Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer beat box office figures for the original which debuted in 2005.
For more, read the Huffington Post.
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Largest active theater
I have a question that may cause some debate.
The Fox Theater in Atlanta is the 3rd largest remaining theater in the USA. It is behind Radio City Music Hall and the Fox Detroit. I may be wrong, but RCMH and Fox Detroit do not appear to regularly schedule Motion Pictures as part of their calender of events. However, the Fox Atlanta shows motion pictures all summer long in addition to yearly screenings of Gone With the Wind.
That being said, does this give the Fox Atlanta the title of the largest active Movie theater in the US or perhaps the world?
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7th Street Theatre turns over new leaf
HOQUIAM, WA — This article chronicles the renovations of the atmospheric 7th Street Theatre as seen through the eyes of its legendary concession man.
If some criminal had called Lane Youmans “Butter Boy” during his days as a Grays Harbor Sheriff’s detective, it wouldn’t have gone down well.
But when he’s behind the snack bar counter at the 7th St. Theatre, it’s a nickname Youmans has come to not only expect but meet with a grin. He’s the guy who puts butter on the popcorn whenever a movie is showing — whether it’s “Casablanca” or “Willy Wonka.”
For the full story, go to the Daily World.
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June 22, 2007
Help for Arcadia Theater
TEMPLE, TX — I am a Temple resident and want to speak with someone concerning the Arcadia Theatre and the adjoining Hawn Motel. I have been by this location recently and it is not being renovated! This is a historical piece of Temples' history that does not deserve to rot and be forgotten as I believe has already happened!
I on the otherhand have a spectacular vision of what it could be and also help boost the economy of Temple and restore a piece of Texas history!
If anyone has any information or know the person I need to speak with please .
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A special evening of Laurel & Hardy
LANARK, SCOTLAND — Lanark’s Regal Cinema in Bannatyne street opened on the 31st August 1936. The main attraction that night was ‘The Bohemian Girl’ starring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. Also on the bill was ‘Manhattan Monkey Business’ starring Charley Chase and James Finlayson.
In collaboration with the current regal/vogue management, we at the Sons Of The Desert have arranged ‘an evening of Laurel and Hardy’ which, for prosperity, the main attraction will be a 2007 ‘big screen’ showing of the ‘The Bohemian Girl’ and ‘Manhattan Monkey Business’.
Special guests include Johnny Beattie MBE and Claire McGuinness who is related to Laurel & Hardy co star James Finlayson. Click on our link for full details.
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Author seeking information about Venetian Theater
MILWAUKEE, WI — I am an author seeking any and all information about the former Venetian Theater. I am seeking any photos, stories you have about attending or working at this theater. If you are available for an interview that would be appreciated.
This was a grand building in it’s day from when it opened in 1927 till it closed in 1954 and later became a retail operation.
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Theatre Seats Available Now
American Dest Chair model 2418 about 6 years old, used, approx. 1700+ seats FOB Orlando Florida area, on your truck for $18 each. Please call Chris at 866.653.2834 or .