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July 18, 2006
Movie Theater Documentary to open in Grand Island(NE)
GRAND ISLAND, NE — On July 26, 2006 the Grand Theater in Grand Island, NE will host the world premiere of “Preserve Me a Seat”, a documentary by Jim Fields.
The movie deals with the successes and failures of concerned people trying to save old movie houses. The film will show one night, only, before moving on to the Dundee Theater, 50th and Dodge Street, Omaha, Nebraska July 27th. Then it continues it’s tour in Major cities around the US.
For advance ticket sales, for the Grand Island showing only, call 308-381-1225. (Admission for $5.00)Tickets are limited to 470 seats in the historic 1937 art deco Grand Theater, which is now owned and operated by The Grand Foundation, a 501(3)©not for profit, all volunteer, foundation.
For more information, visit Grand Theater Official Page or Apartment 101 Films.
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The Harwan Theater to become a Walgreen’s
MT. EPHRAIM, NJ — My community and I need help. There is a beautiful old theater in Mt. Ephraim, NJ that is nearly set to become a Walgreen’s drugstore! The theater has not regularly shown films since the late 80s/early 90s, but has become a venue for bands and live theatre, and ran the Rocky Horror Picture Show for many years. For the past 3 years or so, the property has been leased and renovated by a woman who wanted to begin live theatre, but the borough has very nearly decided to sell. I’m writing letters, but I’m afraid that won’t be enough!
If you can offer any advice on how we can SAVE THE HARWAN please . There is a borough meeting on August 3 that I plan to attend. I’d buy it if I could! Any suggestions on funding or saving this historic theater?
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July 17, 2006
AMC lowers prices on Manhattan pre-noon showings
NEW YORK, NY — AMC theaters has instituted a policy of $6 morning showings at their showings at their Manhattan theaters in NYC.
Some lucky Manhattan moviegoers got a huge surprise with their popcorn yesterday morning – $6 tickets.
“I’m in shock; this is fantastic,” said a smiling Danny Rivera of Greenwich Village, who stepped up to the ticket counter of the AMC Empire 25 on 42nd Street and learned that two tickets for “The Pirates of the Caribbean” would set him back only $12 – not the $21.50 he was expecting.
For the full story, please follow this link:NY Post Article on AMC
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Theatre for sale/lease in northwest NJ
Beautifully renovated turn of the century theater for sale in rural North West, New Jersey. One hour drive to New York City. Easy highway access, yet located in quaint county town on a picturesque Main Street. The theatre seats 185. New curtains, refurbished seating, new lighting, new 7' Yamaha piano. Excellent mailing list and press contacts. Web site, etc. Large stage. Good storage. Superb accoustics. Willing to discuss any reasonable offers/situations. Serious inquiries only. Owners need to relocate, will work to insure that the theatre is transfered to new owners/operaters that will continue to maitain the theater’s reputation as a serious art house. This is a great opportuinty for someone serious about true theatre.
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New stewards for Needles Theater
NEEDLES, CA — Built in 1929 by the Masonic Order who occupied the second floor, the Needles, CA theatre was in operation on the ground floor for 63 years until 1992 when the building’s roof caught fire. The building has been vacant ever since.
In ‘97, the Mason’s gave it to the Needles Area Chamber of Commerce, who, with the best intentions, started a pre-restoration cleanup. Activities ceased due to funding issues and the deaths of two who spearheaded the project.
In June 2006, my wife and I purchased the building from the Chamber and have begun some exterior restoration work, including scraping and coating the entire building with an elastomeric paint, encouraged by the double thumbs up from almost everyone who passes by. After dangling from a 40' boom lift for 6 hours/day for 8 days when temperatures exceeded 115 in the shade, the exterior is much improved.
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Miramar Theater in danger of demolition
SAN CLEMENTE, CA — PLEASE HELP! To all friends of Historic Theaters… the San Clemente Historical Society needs your immediate help in whatever capacity you are willing to help save the iconic Miramar Theater at 1700 N. El Camino Real from the wrecking ball of irresponsible development and special interests disguised under that misused and maligned word “Progress” !
To help with the Society’s stated position and on going efforts to stress the adaptive reuse of the Miramar Theater circa 1938 ( when it was opened ) please sign and have all your friends and family members sign the Petition to Save the Miramar Theater ASAP!
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July 14, 2006
San Diego’s outdoor cinema
SAN DIEGO — Last night, I caught a screening of ‘Before Sunrise’ at San Diego’s outdoor movie theater.
Cinema Under The Stars is hidden in a courtyard behind Tops, a non-descript hair salon in a quiet corner of the Mission Hills neighborhood. So that’s probably why I never knew San Diego even had an outdoor theater until last night.
But walk inside and you’ll see they’ve built a pretty amazing outdoor cinema. With a total of 60 seats, CUTS — my acronym, but maybe it’s an inside joke? — has 34 incredibly comfy “zero gravity lounge chairs”, plus cafe-style seating with chairs and tables in the back. There’s a snack bar with all the treats you need, reserved seats, and a great list of upcoming films.
As you wait for the movie start, giant bubbles shoot out from either side of the screen, and each film comes with a short. Last night’s was “Duck Twacy”, an old Looney Tunes where Daffy Duck imagines he’s a crime-fighter.
They even provide blankets, in case you get a bit chilly sitting out beneath the stars. It’s an amazing experience. If you’re ever in San Diego, don’t miss it!
(Thanks to Lisa for the surprise tickets!)
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Foreign Theaters' Varying Idea of Luxury
A look into theaters around the world and how they cater to their different audiences:
The lights dimmed, the crowd in the theatre hushed, and I settled into my seat with anticipation of the movie to come. But suddenly everyone stood up. On-screen, images of the Thai king drifted across in collages as swelling music played in the background. I stumbled to my feet to join the rest of the crowd as everyone paid a pre-film homage to the beloved monarch.
Read the full report on Straight.com.
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Lyric Theater to Close Permanently?
OSCEOLA, IA — The Lyric Theater is set to close on July 20.
When Superman Returns ends its two-week run at the Lyric Theater, the projector and screen will go dark — at least for now.
Lyric owners Roger and Sheila Kentner and J.B. Hamilton announced this week they would close the theater after Superman’s last showing on July 20.
The decision was difficult for the owners. Since the trio bought the defunct theater five years ago, they – with the help of many community volunteers – put a lot of sweat, labor and dedication into the operation.
More details in this Sentinel-Tribune report.
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Art Deco theatre for sale in Illinois
HAVANA, IL — Lawford Theatre, up and running 1 screen movie theater for sale. The price has just been reduced $10,000 so the new asking price is $76,900.
Includes building, all equipment and concession. 3 rooms upstairs can be converted to Apartment. Office next door currently rented as a Barber Shop for $150 a month. You can find all information on my Realtor website: www.tammyhelman.com
Owner says to ‘bring him an offer to purchase’, sorry no leases available. He has other business ventures and had this property leased but is now running it himself to keep it open. He would prefer to sell rather than stay in the Theatre business. He is keeping it open to sell and to retain good will within the community.
If you are interested in information on this Theatre, please contact me at:
Tammy Helman, Realtor
Jim Maloof / Realtors
2990 Court St.
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 231-8879