I know we are not saving the world here. I was ready to bring the World’s Fair back to Flushing Meadow. I haven’t heard from that committee in over a year. It’s just the idea of being part of a restoration. That I will put myself behind.
Robert R;
I think Bruce1 maybe talking about students from SUNY Stony Brook. I go there and I’m trying to get them interested.
Okay, I noticed a few names that are in the Loew’s Kings Message Board. I just figured that the people who don’t know about it, and helped with the restoration of the Cl Capitan, which I think I may have heard the name of, could help us. Furthermore, 3,000 miles is too far for competition between the theaters (file that under obvious to all).
I don’t know how I am getting replies for a comment I never made, but maybe you Californians can help me anyway. Maybe if some of you could go to the Cinema Treasures page on the Loew’s Kings. We are trying to restore this Brooklyn, NY, landmark. If some of you could give some suggestions so that the theater could be restored like the El Capitan.
Bruce 1;
It may be a good idea for you to put the show on out here on Long Island. There are many displaced Brooklynites out here that may show interest.
A special page has been added to the New York Nostalgia Buff Website. It is about the Kings. the url address is http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/Stu/awaseniu/loews.htm and any suggestions can be written here.
The Unofficial New York Nostalgia Buff Webpage may be placing a page on the site where people can help the Kings reopen. The address of the site is http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/Stu/awaseniu The site is already online. The author, Alan G. Wasenius, first has to check to see if he has enough webspace. He is not a Computer Major at SUNY Stony Brook, but a Theater Major. He will be checking with the head of the organization trying to ensure accuracy. He would appreciate it if any of you can tell him where there are any public domain/ fair use photographs of the Kings in its 1960s prime.
I also thought of the Home Depot possibly sponsoring the project because they can work with the specialists as well as show the people how to handle the repairs. Another possibility would be an engineering college.
As a major in theater, I would like to see it as a performance space. Radio City Music Hall is Successful, so the Kings can be.
It’s about time I chimed in on this discussion now. Before anyone decides to start a not for profit then they have to consult a lawyer. You have to be registered in the State of New York. I remember this from a paralegal course I took in 1991.
By the way did you know that according to this site the Kings has more seats then these Broadway Theaters? Here’s the list:
Ford Center for the Performing Arts (42nd Street); 1839
Palace (Aida); 1733
Broadway (Bombay Dreams); 1752
New Amsterdam (Lion King); 1702
Cadillac Winter Garden (Mamma Mia); 1533
Lunt Fontanne (???); 1475
Times Square [This theater is being restored]; 1056
Here is how to get in touch directly with the person who starting the committee to reopen the Loew’s Kings. His name is Bruce Friedman, and his E-Mail is
Maddy TN:
Are you sure that wasn’t the Loew’s Kings? I was never at a battle of the bands in Brooklyn, but that would be the likely place. It had a stage behind the screen.
I just looked back at a comment I made and realized my typo. The manager did not let me “it” for free, but in. I just realized the mistake I made weeks ago.
I do remember the Albemarle, even though I don’t remember what films I saw there. However, I asked about this on the Loew’s Kings site, and, if you don’t mind, I would like to ask it here. There is a committee formed to restore the rival Loew’s Kings (page 1360 on this site). Would anyone on this site who hasn’t been to the Kings be interested in the revival?
Don’t laugh Bruce One. Disney is one of the main producers on Broadway, and they did restore the New Amsterdam. Maybe they should be contacted.
Maybe I should add that the Loew’s Kings is in Brooklyn
What about Friends of the Loew’s Kings http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/Stu/awaseniu/loews.htm and the rest of the Unofficial New York Nostalgia Buff Webpage http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/Stu/awaseniu ?
Yeah, small world
Thanks Bway
I know we are not saving the world here. I was ready to bring the World’s Fair back to Flushing Meadow. I haven’t heard from that committee in over a year. It’s just the idea of being part of a restoration. That I will put myself behind.
Robert R;
I think Bruce1 maybe talking about students from SUNY Stony Brook. I go there and I’m trying to get them interested.
Okay, I noticed a few names that are in the Loew’s Kings Message Board. I just figured that the people who don’t know about it, and helped with the restoration of the Cl Capitan, which I think I may have heard the name of, could help us. Furthermore, 3,000 miles is too far for competition between the theaters (file that under obvious to all).
I don’t know how I am getting replies for a comment I never made, but maybe you Californians can help me anyway. Maybe if some of you could go to the Cinema Treasures page on the Loew’s Kings. We are trying to restore this Brooklyn, NY, landmark. If some of you could give some suggestions so that the theater could be restored like the El Capitan.
You’re right, Bruce One. I know that.
Bruce 1;
It may be a good idea for you to put the show on out here on Long Island. There are many displaced Brooklynites out here that may show interest.
A special page has been added to the New York Nostalgia Buff Website. It is about the Kings. the url address is http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/Stu/awaseniu/loews.htm and any suggestions can be written here.
Would you all please forget I put my name there
Bruce 1;
Have you had any volunteers from any Long Island Colleges yet?
Sincerely
Alan G. Wasenius
The Unofficial New York Nostalgia Buff Webpage may be placing a page on the site where people can help the Kings reopen. The address of the site is http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/Stu/awaseniu The site is already online. The author, Alan G. Wasenius, first has to check to see if he has enough webspace. He is not a Computer Major at SUNY Stony Brook, but a Theater Major. He will be checking with the head of the organization trying to ensure accuracy. He would appreciate it if any of you can tell him where there are any public domain/ fair use photographs of the Kings in its 1960s prime.
I also thought of the Home Depot possibly sponsoring the project because they can work with the specialists as well as show the people how to handle the repairs. Another possibility would be an engineering college.
As a major in theater, I would like to see it as a performance space. Radio City Music Hall is Successful, so the Kings can be.
It’s about time I chimed in on this discussion now. Before anyone decides to start a not for profit then they have to consult a lawyer. You have to be registered in the State of New York. I remember this from a paralegal course I took in 1991.
I did not know the building went on fire. Thanx.
By the way did you know that according to this site the Kings has more seats then these Broadway Theaters? Here’s the list:
Ford Center for the Performing Arts (42nd Street); 1839
Palace (Aida); 1733
Broadway (Bombay Dreams); 1752
New Amsterdam (Lion King); 1702
Cadillac Winter Garden (Mamma Mia); 1533
Lunt Fontanne (???); 1475
Times Square [This theater is being restored]; 1056
Unbelievable ain’t it?
By the way, Mister Friedman is the Head of Friends of the Kings (I think that’s what it’s called), which may be a not for profit.
Here is how to get in touch directly with the person who starting the committee to reopen the Loew’s Kings. His name is Bruce Friedman, and his E-Mail is
PS This is not my E-Mail
I will pass this information to the person in charge of the committee. It’s not me by the way.
Maddy TN:
Are you sure that wasn’t the Loew’s Kings? I was never at a battle of the bands in Brooklyn, but that would be the likely place. It had a stage behind the screen.
I just looked back at a comment I made and realized my typo. The manager did not let me “it” for free, but in. I just realized the mistake I made weeks ago.
WHOOPS, I meant the Kings site, chances are you have also been to the Kings
I do remember the Albemarle, even though I don’t remember what films I saw there. However, I asked about this on the Loew’s Kings site, and, if you don’t mind, I would like to ask it here. There is a committee formed to restore the rival Loew’s Kings (page 1360 on this site). Would anyone on this site who hasn’t been to the Kings be interested in the revival?