The Astor Plaza and four other Manhattan locations used 70MM prints of the epic, which was being released globally in conjunction with the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’s landfall in “The New World.” In the USA, the event is cause for a national holiday on the second Monday of October, which in 1992 was on October 12th.
How many of these engagements are in English with Spanish subtitles,
or dubbed into Spanish with English subtitles? Are there any cinemas in Puerto Rico that show English-speaking films WITHOUT Spanish subtitles?
“Whispering Smith” had debuted at the Times Square Paramount (with stage show) in February, and was then joined by “My Own True Love” for a tour of the Loew’s neighborhood circuit before arriving at the Palace.
Maurice Kanbar, who died at age 93, finally had an obituary in The New York Times, published in the printed edition of Sunday, October 2nd. In addition to his building the Quad, Kanbar is also credited with numerous other innovations, including Skyy vodka, claimed to be a hang-over free product.
The two Kerrs, who weren’t related, had portrayed the same roles in the original Broadway stage production of Robert Anderson’s controversial drama. When the stars left for movie commitments, they were replaced by Joan Fontaine and Anthony Perkins for the balance of the very successful run.
The Technicolor comedy opened in advance of two national holidays: Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday on February 12th, and George Washington’s Birthday on February 22nd.
This was the CinemaScope version of a 70mm documentary feature that debuted in New York as a reserved-seat roadshow at the Warner Cinerama Theatre (ex-Strand).
The E.A.R. was one of six cinemas in the district of Englewood called Normal Park, none of which operated after 1952. The five rivals were
the Harvard, Triangle (aka Sunnyside, Sun), New Regent (aka Regent), Park Manor, and Marlowe.
The vacant entrance portion on Manhattan Avenue is all that remains of the Meserole Theatre. The auditorium has been demolished, according to an illustrated article published in January of this year. Click here to view
The B&W feature’s running time of two hours and seven minutes required a shorter stage revue than usual, this one solely devoted to highlights from Franz Lehar’s “The Merry Widow.” Opening preceded the Labor Day holiday of that year on September 5th.
“Summer Stock” proved to be Judy Garland’s final movie for MGM. She had previously been replaced by Betty Hutton in “Annie Get Your Gun,” which had just reached neighborhood theatres after a record-breaking run at Loew’s State.
Will the Chinese Theatre be participating in “National Cinema Day” on Saturday, September 3rd, with tickets priced at just $3? More details of the industry event reported here
Alan Freed’s “First Anniversary Rock ‘N Roll Show” added a headliner more identified with the popular/jazz field. The one-week booking included the Labor Day holiday on September 5th.
This was a “Limited Time Engagement” and not a resumption of the legendary screen/stage policy with continuous performances. House was cleared after each complete show, which were four on Friday-Sunday and three on Tuesday-Thursday (none on Mondays).
The Kings listed in section with “Neptune’s Daughter,” supported by 10th Anniversary revival of “The Wizard of Oz.” The all Technicolor double bill had played exclusively at the Paradise and Valencia the previous week.
MGM’s B&W comedy used sets and costumes made for “Kismet,” which was currently in its 12th “record-breaking” week across Broadway at the Astor Theatre.
The Astor Plaza and four other Manhattan locations used 70MM prints of the epic, which was being released globally in conjunction with the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’s landfall in “The New World.” In the USA, the event is cause for a national holiday on the second Monday of October, which in 1992 was on October 12th.
How many of these engagements are in English with Spanish subtitles, or dubbed into Spanish with English subtitles? Are there any cinemas in Puerto Rico that show English-speaking films WITHOUT Spanish subtitles?
“Whispering Smith” had debuted at the Times Square Paramount (with stage show) in February, and was then joined by “My Own True Love” for a tour of the Loew’s neighborhood circuit before arriving at the Palace.
Double bill of Paramount’s “Beyond Glory” and “Hazard” had just finished its run of the Loew’s circuit.
Advance ad for this engagement displayed here
The B&W espionage thriller has a surprise ending that would still shock audiences in 2022.
What’s a “VHS Night?” Projection from a VHS tape cassette?
Photos of the Quad’s 2017 makeover can be found in an article in The Hollywood Reporter. View here
Maurice Kanbar, who died at age 93, finally had an obituary in The New York Times, published in the printed edition of Sunday, October 2nd. In addition to his building the Quad, Kanbar is also credited with numerous other innovations, including Skyy vodka, claimed to be a hang-over free product.
Opened on a Saturday for the convenience of all age groups.
The two Kerrs, who weren’t related, had portrayed the same roles in the original Broadway stage production of Robert Anderson’s controversial drama. When the stars left for movie commitments, they were replaced by Joan Fontaine and Anthony Perkins for the balance of the very successful run.
“Entire New Show Today,” proclaims the other of two signs above the box office.
The Technicolor comedy opened in advance of two national holidays: Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday on February 12th, and George Washington’s Birthday on February 22nd.
This was the CinemaScope version of a 70mm documentary feature that debuted in New York as a reserved-seat roadshow at the Warner Cinerama Theatre (ex-Strand).
The E.A.R. was one of six cinemas in the district of Englewood called Normal Park, none of which operated after 1952. The five rivals were the Harvard, Triangle (aka Sunnyside, Sun), New Regent (aka Regent), Park Manor, and Marlowe.
B&W sketch by Sergio Alvarado of what many consider to be the greatest atmospheric theatre designed by John Eberson or any other architect.
The vacant entrance portion on Manhattan Avenue is all that remains of the Meserole Theatre. The auditorium has been demolished, according to an illustrated article published in January of this year. Click here to view
The B&W feature’s running time of two hours and seven minutes required a shorter stage revue than usual, this one solely devoted to highlights from Franz Lehar’s “The Merry Widow.” Opening preceded the Labor Day holiday of that year on September 5th.
“Summer Stock” proved to be Judy Garland’s final movie for MGM. She had previously been replaced by Betty Hutton in “Annie Get Your Gun,” which had just reached neighborhood theatres after a record-breaking run at Loew’s State.
Will the Chinese Theatre be participating in “National Cinema Day” on Saturday, September 3rd, with tickets priced at just $3? More details of the industry event reported here
Larger version of photo can be found in article about Greenpoint at the Forgotten New York website. Click here
Alan Freed’s “First Anniversary Rock ‘N Roll Show” added a headliner more identified with the popular/jazz field. The one-week booking included the Labor Day holiday on September 5th.
This was a “Limited Time Engagement” and not a resumption of the legendary screen/stage policy with continuous performances. House was cleared after each complete show, which were four on Friday-Sunday and three on Tuesday-Thursday (none on Mondays).
The Kings listed in section with “Neptune’s Daughter,” supported by 10th Anniversary revival of “The Wizard of Oz.” The all Technicolor double bill had played exclusively at the Paradise and Valencia the previous week.
MGM’s B&W comedy used sets and costumes made for “Kismet,” which was currently in its 12th “record-breaking” week across Broadway at the Astor Theatre.