After scanning this link for information on Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis I have read a few posts that mention these men and their historical connection to this Paramount. At the moment I am reading Dean and Me which mentions several other theatre appearances in their illustrious careers.
I am reading Dean and Me by Jerry Lewis and a Paramount Theatre was mentioned along with the Roxy Theatre. Is this Paramount the one or was there a Paramount on Manhattan in the 40’s? Dean and Me is a wonderful read and a wonderful tribute to Dean, Jerry’s partner of 10 years from 1946-1956.
Kurt: CT only lists 3 Rodgers Theatres and besides the Rodgers in Illinois and the one listed in MO there is one listed in Corning California. Could this one be a Issac Rodgers theatre even though you didn’t include CA as one of the States “between IL, MO, and KY”.
“Isaac Walter Rodgers owned this theatre along with about 5 others spread out between IL, MO, and KY.” Are any of the other Rodgers Theatres still open and have any of them been restored? If so, it might be wise to contact these other theatres and see if they can be of any help in saving and restoring the Rodgers in Anna! BTW, I’m trying to find an email address for the Mayor of Anna!
At the www.bradfordlandmark.org site I can’t seem to bring up any of the historical past time capsule buildings such as the Grand Theatre so have sent an email to the webmaster asking for help!
A non-theatre related question…..Is the name Crowell still a prominent name in Pittsburg Kansas? The reason I ask is there was a famous murder mystery non-fiction book written by Dominick Dunne entitled The Two Mrs. Grenviles that was based on the real name of Woodward and the famous murder surrounding that name in the 50’s. Mrs. Woodward’s former name was Crowell and she came from humble rural beginnings in Pittsburg Kansas. If someone wishes to expand on this, please email me at
“Most people here would rather spend more money on the local high school football team than a building of historical and cultural significance.” That is so unfortunate as local football teams come and go, but when an historical/cultural building is gone, it is gone forever!
For anyone in the Ft. Pierce area who wishes to experience the restored Sunrise Theatre click on Sunrise Theatre in blue below Related Websites and the upcoming performances are listed.
I’m surprised that the name Strand was changed and even more surprised that the community of Asheville would have had a porno theater! Thank goodness that is NOT the case today!
WDG: Happy New Year! I’ve just written and sent a letter to Mrs. Mascaro whose late husband, Bob was a former Grand theatre manager and I hope to meet with her this summer.
I have a digital photo of the Rodgers Theatre that is in Shelby NC and I will look to see if there are any physical design similarities. And the theatre in Shelby is not listed on CT.
“It closed in 1998 and recently has become in danger of being razed by the city of Anna despite its owner’s attempts at saving the Rodgers.” I hope the City of Anna doesn’t win the battle to raze the theatre and that the owner is able to save the Rodgers! Does the area have a local preservation group?
Ken: This theatre is very unique and should be restored. I believe it is featured in Popcorn Palaces. The very talented photographer, ‘agilitynut’ has traveled around the country taking many wonderful theatre photos as I have emailed her from time to time.
Ken: The last photo of the glass block stairway is really neat….have never seen that feature in any theatre that I have ever visited and I’ve visited more than a few since being bitten by the theatre buff ‘bug’!
Ken: None of the above sites “from a blog” seemed to work. I know of a theatre named Rodgers in Shelby NC…wonder if there is any connection? And I think that one is CT listed.
But they have a bank to put their money in now as the site is home to a PNC Bank! I am still hoping to see a photo of the Butler Theatre though my historical contacts in the town haven’t been much help to me.
Ken: Thanks…will do! And as you may know Butler PA had the Butler Theatre that was built by John Eberson! Unfortunately, it is gone and the folks of Butler are without this piece of rich theatre history!
After scanning this link for information on Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis I have read a few posts that mention these men and their historical connection to this Paramount. At the moment I am reading Dean and Me which mentions several other theatre appearances in their illustrious careers.
Bryan: Many thanks! BTW, I’m enjoying Dean and Me very much.
I am reading Dean and Me by Jerry Lewis and a Paramount Theatre was mentioned along with the Roxy Theatre. Is this Paramount the one or was there a Paramount on Manhattan in the 40’s? Dean and Me is a wonderful read and a wonderful tribute to Dean, Jerry’s partner of 10 years from 1946-1956.
Kurt: CT only lists 3 Rodgers Theatres and besides the Rodgers in Illinois and the one listed in MO there is one listed in Corning California. Could this one be a Issac Rodgers theatre even though you didn’t include CA as one of the States “between IL, MO, and KY”.
“Isaac Walter Rodgers owned this theatre along with about 5 others spread out between IL, MO, and KY.” Are any of the other Rodgers Theatres still open and have any of them been restored? If so, it might be wise to contact these other theatres and see if they can be of any help in saving and restoring the Rodgers in Anna! BTW, I’m trying to find an email address for the Mayor of Anna!
http://www.cinematour.com/tour.php?db=us&id=7081
Might the Starlight be this one found on www.cinematour.com?
Does anyone know of a theatre in the Charlotte area that was called the Starlight?
At the www.bradfordlandmark.org site I can’t seem to bring up any of the historical past time capsule buildings such as the Grand Theatre so have sent an email to the webmaster asking for help!
Lost Memory: Can’t bring up the photo sites that you posted on Aug. 18 and Sept. 10.
A non-theatre related question…..Is the name Crowell still a prominent name in Pittsburg Kansas? The reason I ask is there was a famous murder mystery non-fiction book written by Dominick Dunne entitled The Two Mrs. Grenviles that was based on the real name of Woodward and the famous murder surrounding that name in the 50’s. Mrs. Woodward’s former name was Crowell and she came from humble rural beginnings in Pittsburg Kansas. If someone wishes to expand on this, please email me at
“Most people here would rather spend more money on the local high school football team than a building of historical and cultural significance.” That is so unfortunate as local football teams come and go, but when an historical/cultural building is gone, it is gone forever!
For anyone in the Ft. Pierce area who wishes to experience the restored Sunrise Theatre click on Sunrise Theatre in blue below Related Websites and the upcoming performances are listed.
I’m surprised that the name Strand was changed and even more surprised that the community of Asheville would have had a porno theater! Thank goodness that is NOT the case today!
WDG: Happy New Year! I’ve just written and sent a letter to Mrs. Mascaro whose late husband, Bob was a former Grand theatre manager and I hope to meet with her this summer.
I have a digital photo of the Rodgers Theatre that is in Shelby NC and I will look to see if there are any physical design similarities. And the theatre in Shelby is not listed on CT.
There must be a grass roots local group that has or can band together and save the art deco Rodgers!
“It closed in 1998 and recently has become in danger of being razed by the city of Anna despite its owner’s attempts at saving the Rodgers.” I hope the City of Anna doesn’t win the battle to raze the theatre and that the owner is able to save the Rodgers! Does the area have a local preservation group?
Chuck: Thanks…will do!
Ken: This theatre is very unique and should be restored. I believe it is featured in Popcorn Palaces. The very talented photographer, ‘agilitynut’ has traveled around the country taking many wonderful theatre photos as I have emailed her from time to time.
Ken: The last photo of the glass block stairway is really neat….have never seen that feature in any theatre that I have ever visited and I’ve visited more than a few since being bitten by the theatre buff ‘bug’!
Ken: None of the above sites “from a blog” seemed to work. I know of a theatre named Rodgers in Shelby NC…wonder if there is any connection? And I think that one is CT listed.
But they have a bank to put their money in now as the site is home to a PNC Bank! I am still hoping to see a photo of the Butler Theatre though my historical contacts in the town haven’t been much help to me.
Ken: Thanks…will do! And as you may know Butler PA had the Butler Theatre that was built by John Eberson! Unfortunately, it is gone and the folks of Butler are without this piece of rich theatre history!
Ken: Thanks….that is it!
Ok, suppose they have a website so will check that route. Thanks.