“Showing of pictures in three dimensions has been started at the Embassy Theatre, where admission until 4:30 p.m. is 25 cents."
(Item in Boxoffice magazine, September 12, 1953.)
“The Elmwood Theatre, Providence, has just completed the successful engagement of "Around the World in 80 Days” for an all-time Providence boxoffice record. In 29 weeks the Michael Todd film took in $152,000.“
(Item in Boxoffice magazine, May 12, 1958)
Boxoffice magazine of September 15, 1956 had a number of photos of the renovation of the Carlton Theatre and renaming it the Surf for its transformation into an art house. They are part of a long article called “Art Policy Revives a Shuttered Theatre." View link
The Capitol and the Palace appear almost side-by-side in this photo in Boxoffice magazine from May 28, 1955. Each house was playing a different Davy Crockett film. View link
The Capitol and the Palace appear almost side-by-side in this photo in Boxoffice magazine from May 28, 1955. Each house was playing a different Davy Crockett film. View link
Boxoffice magazine item, June 26, 1954:
“Boasting a large panoramcic screen, the new Quonset Drive-In on Route 1 opposite Quonset naval station opened auspiciously, featuring a twin bill of "Rob Roy” and “Lili.” Scores of gifts, free ice cream for the kiddies and other novelties drew a capacity crowd…"
Samll photo of front of Fine Arts Theatre, with marquee. Also a discussion of the “Curtain at 8:30” (not 8:40) idea.
From Boxoffice magazine, April 5, 1952: View link
Broderick Crawford visits the Empire. Item in Boxoffice magazine, November 24, 1951:
“A procession down the main thoroughfare, a visit to the B.M.C. Durfee High School and meeting prominent residents preceded Broderick Crawford’s personal appearance at the Empire Theatre in conjunction with the showing of ‘The Mob.’”
Increased Staff Reopens Paramount in Newport
NEWPORT, R.I. – After being closed for renovation and redecorating, the Paramount has reopened under its new lessee, the Zeitz Theatres of Rhode Island. It has a continuous run from 1 to 11 p.m. withh three changes of program a week. The other two theatres [Strand and Opera House] of the city run continuously only on weekends with two changes a week.
The Paramount lobby and marquee have been painted. The latter is now lighted with 2,000 lamps. The foyer has been recarpeted. New projecting machines have been installed and the booth has been refitted. The lobby and foyer have new display boards with mirror frames.
Joseph Viera of Fall River, Mass., has been appointed manager and is being assisted at present by Carl Zeitz from the home office of the new operating company in New Bedford, Mass. Richard Stevenson is doorman. Fred Lewis, operator ever since the theatre was built, still is there with three assistants, two more than previously; Barbara Harel (?) and Geraldine Carrigan (?) are the new cashiers, June Flohr (?), Dolores Johnson, Dorothy Oakham and Catherine Smith are usherettes.
“A new marquee at the Capitol Theatre, James McNamara, manager, has been completed. It is the latest in modern artistry. It is V shape of neolite glass with neon lighting and decorations. Concealed lights illuminate the ceiling. The new marquee replaces a rectangular canopy which was damaged several times by high trucks. Recarpeting of the orchestra floor has also been completed. Alterations in the ladies' circular lounge are also in progress.”
Joe Carrolo Enlarges At Oakland Beach
OAKLAND BEACH, R.I. – Joseph L. Carrolo of the Midway here has enlarged and modernized his house. The back wall was pushed back to allow room for 100 new seats, which brings the capacity to 310, and a new “L” was built to permit a women’s lounge and men’s smoking room and larger office space. All renovations are complete except the interior painting which must be done on Wednesdays when there are no afternoon or evening shows.
Carrolo has been in the amusement business 55 years. His “regular line” is the Outdoor Amusement Enterprises, dealing in merry-go-rounds and park amusements. He loves all the phases of the amusement industry because, he explains, he is dealing with the youth of America. “I have great faith in the future of this country and much of it is based on the firsthand knowledge I have of the young people. They are great kids,” he said.
A small photo of the front of the Mercury Theatre at the local premiere of Lili appeared in Boxoffice magazine, August 29, 1953:
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“Showing of pictures in three dimensions has been started at the Embassy Theatre, where admission until 4:30 p.m. is 25 cents."
(Item in Boxoffice magazine, September 12, 1953.)
Small photo in Boxoffice magazine, May 12, 1958:
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(Top right.)
“The Elmwood Theatre, Providence, has just completed the successful engagement of "Around the World in 80 Days” for an all-time Providence boxoffice record. In 29 weeks the Michael Todd film took in $152,000.“
(Item in Boxoffice magazine, May 12, 1958)
“Display CinemaScope 55 Changeover Equipment"
Small photo in Boxoffice magazine, April 7, 1956:
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“Glamor Treatment for Neighborhood House"
Article with photos in Boxoffice magazine, April 7, 1956:
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Here is an article, with plenty of photos, in Boxoffoce magazine from April 7, 1956:
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An article with several photos of this place appeared in Boxoffice magazine, September 15, 1956:
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Boxoffice magazine of September 15, 1956 had a number of photos of the renovation of the Carlton Theatre and renaming it the Surf for its transformation into an art house. They are part of a long article called “Art Policy Revives a Shuttered Theatre."
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Boxoffice magazine of September 15, 1956 has two small photos of the revamping of the marquee:
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Boxoffice magazine of September 15, 1956 has two small photos showing the restoration of the marquee:
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Boxoffice magazine of September 15, 1956 has small photos of the restoraton of the marquee:
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Report of bomb-threat hoax, Boxoffice magazine May 28, 1955:
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The Capitol and the Palace appear almost side-by-side in this photo in Boxoffice magazine from May 28, 1955. Each house was playing a different Davy Crockett film.
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The Capitol and the Palace appear almost side-by-side in this photo in Boxoffice magazine from May 28, 1955. Each house was playing a different Davy Crockett film.
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Boxoffice magazine item, June 26, 1954:
“Boasting a large panoramcic screen, the new Quonset Drive-In on Route 1 opposite Quonset naval station opened auspiciously, featuring a twin bill of "Rob Roy” and “Lili.” Scores of gifts, free ice cream for the kiddies and other novelties drew a capacity crowd…"
“The Portsmouth Theatre, Island Park, has added amateur night."
—-item in Boxoffice Magazine, January 10, 1953
This theatre has been often referred to in reports as the “Island Park” Theatre.
Boxoffice piece on Italian film (Tomorrow is too Late) playing Loew’s State in 1952. Issue of April 5, 1952:
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Samll photo of front of Fine Arts Theatre, with marquee. Also a discussion of the “Curtain at 8:30” (not 8:40) idea.
From Boxoffice magazine, April 5, 1952:
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Broderick Crawford visits the Empire. Item in Boxoffice magazine, November 24, 1951:
“A procession down the main thoroughfare, a visit to the B.M.C. Durfee High School and meeting prominent residents preceded Broderick Crawford’s personal appearance at the Empire Theatre in conjunction with the showing of ‘The Mob.’”
Renovation of Middleboro Theatre. Item in Boxoffce magazine, August 14, 1948:
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Item in Boxoffice magazine, May 18, 1946:
Increased Staff Reopens Paramount in Newport
NEWPORT, R.I. – After being closed for renovation and redecorating, the Paramount has reopened under its new lessee, the Zeitz Theatres of Rhode Island. It has a continuous run from 1 to 11 p.m. withh three changes of program a week. The other two theatres [Strand and Opera House] of the city run continuously only on weekends with two changes a week.
The Paramount lobby and marquee have been painted. The latter is now lighted with 2,000 lamps. The foyer has been recarpeted. New projecting machines have been installed and the booth has been refitted. The lobby and foyer have new display boards with mirror frames.
Joseph Viera of Fall River, Mass., has been appointed manager and is being assisted at present by Carl Zeitz from the home office of the new operating company in New Bedford, Mass. Richard Stevenson is doorman. Fred Lewis, operator ever since the theatre was built, still is there with three assistants, two more than previously; Barbara Harel (?) and Geraldine Carrigan (?) are the new cashiers, June Flohr (?), Dolores Johnson, Dorothy Oakham and Catherine Smith are usherettes.
Item in Boxoffice magazine, May 18, 1946:
“A new marquee at the Capitol Theatre, James McNamara, manager, has been completed. It is the latest in modern artistry. It is V shape of neolite glass with neon lighting and decorations. Concealed lights illuminate the ceiling. The new marquee replaces a rectangular canopy which was damaged several times by high trucks. Recarpeting of the orchestra floor has also been completed. Alterations in the ladies' circular lounge are also in progress.”
Item in Boxoffice magazine, May 18, 1946:
Joe Carrolo Enlarges At Oakland Beach
OAKLAND BEACH, R.I. – Joseph L. Carrolo of the Midway here has enlarged and modernized his house. The back wall was pushed back to allow room for 100 new seats, which brings the capacity to 310, and a new “L” was built to permit a women’s lounge and men’s smoking room and larger office space. All renovations are complete except the interior painting which must be done on Wednesdays when there are no afternoon or evening shows.
Carrolo has been in the amusement business 55 years. His “regular line” is the Outdoor Amusement Enterprises, dealing in merry-go-rounds and park amusements. He loves all the phases of the amusement industry because, he explains, he is dealing with the youth of America. “I have great faith in the future of this country and much of it is based on the firsthand knowledge I have of the young people. They are great kids,” he said.