This theater was much more glitzy than the usual monsterplex. In fact, my family called it the “UFO theater” because of it’s circular, silver concession area. It also featured many mulit-colored ceiling lights in the concession area. Metallic silver plastic streamers fell from ceiling to floor in numerous area. As the economic health of the area declined, so did the theatre. Lakeshore spent its last years as a discounter. Last time I drove by, the theater was vacant and the building was quite obviously not being maintained.
There is no physical trace left of the Little Harlem Theater. I was told this theater burned down; however, I haven’t been able to verify this information.
I don’t know why anyone be interested in this theater since it is the usual modern monterplex; however, I will give some details since it is already listed. The theater is clad in gray brick and is off set in a strip mall. The auditorium is rather plain featuring nuetral colored tile on the floor and curtains on the walls. The most best feature of the theater is the fact it is very clean—-a rarity in Oklahoma monsterplexs.
My wife and I attended the Admiral last night, and it drew quite a crowd. I’m glad to see drive-in theater alive and well in Tulsa. Everbody behaved themselves, too! If you’re children haven’t ever experienced a drive-in theater and you live in the Tulsa-area, you have no excuse! As an added bonus, the Admiral uses old animated footage that counts you down to show time and tells you about their snack bar. Great for the nostaglia buff.
Brown’s Broadway Twin Theatre is a metal building theater that was built in the ‘80s. The owners are very nice, and their theatre is independent, so it doesn’t fall into the “monster-plex” category. The people of Cleveland should be thrilled with their theater, and I hope they support it fully; however, it is not a vintage theater.
I’ve got some beautiful pictures of the Rook Theater which I’ll add asap. This one’s a performing arts theatre exclusively now. It’s multi-colored and very striking from the outside.
Cinema treasures mission statement is as follows…“non-profit website dedicated to saving classic movie theaters.” Why are these “Monster-plexes” of interest to this site? I think they’re just slowing my computer down and taking up space.
The Kar-Vu has not found a new owner yet. The Capitol, Springfield’s downtown theatre, re-opened in April 2005. There are no such plans for the Kar-Vu. I have pictures of the drive in to post asap. It’s a shame the Kar-Vu is no longer working as it was a fun theatre.
Mr Dudley thanks for the correction. I agree the Ross’s have done a great job. The Lamar is beautiful! I spoke with them on Cindy and I’s first visit, but I guess I got that fact confused. Who built the Lamar? I finally purchased a digital camera that works well, so next time I’m in Lamar, I’m going to speak with Mr. Ross about photographing his theatre. I’d like to photograph yours, the Movies, too. If you’ll send me your e.mail address, I’ll send you some of my favorites. Cindy and I just love checking out classic theatres, meeting their owners and hearing their stories. Like we were talking about, that’s one of the first things we do when we’re traveling through a town. Like you, we look for the theatre. See you the next time we’re in Ulysses, KS.
Another Capitol tidbit. They serve pizza and will bring it directly to your seat. I guess that’s a Capitol tradition. How’s that for service? Actually, we just met the owners, and they’re doing a great job!
This is now The Phoenix Theatre. It’s been reborn thanks to a Dallas couple who were looking for a theatre one day and happened upon the old Pastime Theatre. I spoke to the new owners and they are thrilled at the chance to own their own theatre. Inside, they have salvaged some of the lighting from the Mac Theatre, in Hugo, OK, which closed some time ago. The Phoenix also has a great ghost story associated with it.
This is a second-run theatre. It’s inside North Park Mall. However, the roof has gone bad and it’s moldy. The first two screens are ok, but the rest will really bother anybody who suffers for allergies.
Monster-plexes! This and other gigantic “monster-plexes” just drain the local economy away and give nothing back to the community. They’re faceless corporate pirates who run out the independents and pump the money out of Oklahoma like an uncapped well. There are a few independents left struggling to survive. Let’s support them. Please, take a moment to look at all the CLOSED/DEMOLISHED theatres in OKC alone. We, Americans, are way too wasteful. There was a time when going to the movie was an event complete with the atmosphere offered up by a CLASSIC, DOWNTOWN movie palace. It had ushers, a working grand curtain, a balcony, etc. And, it was safe! Now, I’m not picking on you Mrs. Grubb, so please don’t take my comments that way. However, why don’t you check out the Chief Drive-in in Chickasha? The Redskin Theatre is Anadarko? The Beacon Drive-in in Guthrie? The Washita Theatre in Cordell? To name just a few. Let’s support movie theatres that are at least 50 years old. Newer is not always better.
Please, include a discription of the theatres you list. It makes it so much more enjoyable for the reader especially since the ADD A PHOTO! program is still not working. Just a suggestion. Thanks.
The owners have had to close the Crown for this summer. Their answering machine message says “due to an illness.” Hopefully, they’re doing better now, and the Crown Theatre will reopen sometime soon. Speaking to them, they seem like very nice people. Good luck and get well soon.
The Camelot Theatre closed in 1999. It’s still for sale today. It’s an enclosed store front-type theatre. To go with the “Camelot” theme, it had a small suit of armor standing guard in front of it. It’s a single-screener.
Just recently visited the Capitol, and it looks great! Congrats on the reopening! Springfield should be proud of this accomplishment. I’ve got new pictures, too!
Whew, that’s a relief. Actually, I was just there to see Amityville Horror. My wife and I really enjoy the Hornbeck. Mr Jones, was it muraled behind the curtains? There’s a theatre in Lamar CO, the Lamar, that resembles it quite a lot. It is also high art deco with murals and back lit neon and such. Thanks for the info. I’d still love a tour and some more history some time.
I’d love to see the Royal Twin get ahold of the Esquire’s marquee. It’s the only thing left of value at the old, closed, nearly destroyed, Hobart, OK, theatre. It is a fantastic triangle-shaped marquee that would make the Royal’s flat front jump out at you. And what would be wrong with The Esquire Royal Twin Theatre? Think about it Pauls Valley. Just a suggestion.
If anyone finds themselves traveling through western Kansas in search of something special, the Northrup is it! Congrats on its 75th anniversary. I’ve got some beautiful interior shots of the Northrup I’ll post a.s.a.p. From the sprawling art deco murals to the new screen to fantastic customer service, this is THE theatre to see in western Kansas. Managed superbly by the Norton family, this has got top be the cleanest theatre I’ve ever seen. This one’s a treat, folks. Since this one’s community-owned, I encourage everybody who has a chance to check it out!
My wife and I visited The Movies Theatre a few weeks ago. I’m happy to report that the inside is still “eccentric.” And congrats on being named the “most improved business” in Ulysses, Ks. Mr. Dudley. Actually, this is a great theatre with superb picture and sound quality. And believe me, it has atmosphere even if the outside paint job is a bit tamer. Cindy and I also met Mr. Dudley who has been in the movie business much longer than he has owned his theatre. Thank you for talking to us. We had a great time.
This theater was much more glitzy than the usual monsterplex. In fact, my family called it the “UFO theater” because of it’s circular, silver concession area. It also featured many mulit-colored ceiling lights in the concession area. Metallic silver plastic streamers fell from ceiling to floor in numerous area. As the economic health of the area declined, so did the theatre. Lakeshore spent its last years as a discounter. Last time I drove by, the theater was vacant and the building was quite obviously not being maintained.
There is no physical trace left of the Little Harlem Theater. I was told this theater burned down; however, I haven’t been able to verify this information.
I don’t know why anyone be interested in this theater since it is the usual modern monterplex; however, I will give some details since it is already listed. The theater is clad in gray brick and is off set in a strip mall. The auditorium is rather plain featuring nuetral colored tile on the floor and curtains on the walls. The most best feature of the theater is the fact it is very clean—-a rarity in Oklahoma monsterplexs.
My wife and I attended the Admiral last night, and it drew quite a crowd. I’m glad to see drive-in theater alive and well in Tulsa. Everbody behaved themselves, too! If you’re children haven’t ever experienced a drive-in theater and you live in the Tulsa-area, you have no excuse! As an added bonus, the Admiral uses old animated footage that counts you down to show time and tells you about their snack bar. Great for the nostaglia buff.
Brown’s Broadway Twin Theatre is a metal building theater that was built in the ‘80s. The owners are very nice, and their theatre is independent, so it doesn’t fall into the “monster-plex” category. The people of Cleveland should be thrilled with their theater, and I hope they support it fully; however, it is not a vintage theater.
I’ve got some beautiful pictures of the Rook Theater which I’ll add asap. This one’s a performing arts theatre exclusively now. It’s multi-colored and very striking from the outside.
Cinema treasures mission statement is as follows…“non-profit website dedicated to saving classic movie theaters.” Why are these “Monster-plexes” of interest to this site? I think they’re just slowing my computer down and taking up space.
The Kar-Vu has not found a new owner yet. The Capitol, Springfield’s downtown theatre, re-opened in April 2005. There are no such plans for the Kar-Vu. I have pictures of the drive in to post asap. It’s a shame the Kar-Vu is no longer working as it was a fun theatre.
Mr Dudley thanks for the correction. I agree the Ross’s have done a great job. The Lamar is beautiful! I spoke with them on Cindy and I’s first visit, but I guess I got that fact confused. Who built the Lamar? I finally purchased a digital camera that works well, so next time I’m in Lamar, I’m going to speak with Mr. Ross about photographing his theatre. I’d like to photograph yours, the Movies, too. If you’ll send me your e.mail address, I’ll send you some of my favorites. Cindy and I just love checking out classic theatres, meeting their owners and hearing their stories. Like we were talking about, that’s one of the first things we do when we’re traveling through a town. Like you, we look for the theatre. See you the next time we’re in Ulysses, KS.
Another Capitol tidbit. They serve pizza and will bring it directly to your seat. I guess that’s a Capitol tradition. How’s that for service? Actually, we just met the owners, and they’re doing a great job!
This is a beautiful theatre. No doubt. Occasionaly, they still show movies here, too! I suggest you call first though.
This is now The Phoenix Theatre. It’s been reborn thanks to a Dallas couple who were looking for a theatre one day and happened upon the old Pastime Theatre. I spoke to the new owners and they are thrilled at the chance to own their own theatre. Inside, they have salvaged some of the lighting from the Mac Theatre, in Hugo, OK, which closed some time ago. The Phoenix also has a great ghost story associated with it.
This is one of Oklahoma’s few remaining, independent gems! Great theatre.
This is a performing arts theatre only now. They book musical acts and live stage productions mainly. I’ll post photos asap.
This is a second-run theatre. It’s inside North Park Mall. However, the roof has gone bad and it’s moldy. The first two screens are ok, but the rest will really bother anybody who suffers for allergies.
Hey, Charles,
I’ve got some digital pictures of the Ellis Theatre in Perryton, TX, now. Interior shots, too.
Monster-plexes! This and other gigantic “monster-plexes” just drain the local economy away and give nothing back to the community. They’re faceless corporate pirates who run out the independents and pump the money out of Oklahoma like an uncapped well. There are a few independents left struggling to survive. Let’s support them. Please, take a moment to look at all the CLOSED/DEMOLISHED theatres in OKC alone. We, Americans, are way too wasteful. There was a time when going to the movie was an event complete with the atmosphere offered up by a CLASSIC, DOWNTOWN movie palace. It had ushers, a working grand curtain, a balcony, etc. And, it was safe! Now, I’m not picking on you Mrs. Grubb, so please don’t take my comments that way. However, why don’t you check out the Chief Drive-in in Chickasha? The Redskin Theatre is Anadarko? The Beacon Drive-in in Guthrie? The Washita Theatre in Cordell? To name just a few. Let’s support movie theatres that are at least 50 years old. Newer is not always better.
Dear Miss Grubb,
Please, include a discription of the theatres you list. It makes it so much more enjoyable for the reader especially since the ADD A PHOTO! program is still not working. Just a suggestion. Thanks.
The owners have had to close the Crown for this summer. Their answering machine message says “due to an illness.” Hopefully, they’re doing better now, and the Crown Theatre will reopen sometime soon. Speaking to them, they seem like very nice people. Good luck and get well soon.
The Camelot Theatre closed in 1999. It’s still for sale today. It’s an enclosed store front-type theatre. To go with the “Camelot” theme, it had a small suit of armor standing guard in front of it. It’s a single-screener.
Just recently visited the Capitol, and it looks great! Congrats on the reopening! Springfield should be proud of this accomplishment. I’ve got new pictures, too!
Whew, that’s a relief. Actually, I was just there to see Amityville Horror. My wife and I really enjoy the Hornbeck. Mr Jones, was it muraled behind the curtains? There’s a theatre in Lamar CO, the Lamar, that resembles it quite a lot. It is also high art deco with murals and back lit neon and such. Thanks for the info. I’d still love a tour and some more history some time.
I’d love to see the Royal Twin get ahold of the Esquire’s marquee. It’s the only thing left of value at the old, closed, nearly destroyed, Hobart, OK, theatre. It is a fantastic triangle-shaped marquee that would make the Royal’s flat front jump out at you. And what would be wrong with The Esquire Royal Twin Theatre? Think about it Pauls Valley. Just a suggestion.
If anyone finds themselves traveling through western Kansas in search of something special, the Northrup is it! Congrats on its 75th anniversary. I’ve got some beautiful interior shots of the Northrup I’ll post a.s.a.p. From the sprawling art deco murals to the new screen to fantastic customer service, this is THE theatre to see in western Kansas. Managed superbly by the Norton family, this has got top be the cleanest theatre I’ve ever seen. This one’s a treat, folks. Since this one’s community-owned, I encourage everybody who has a chance to check it out!
My wife and I visited The Movies Theatre a few weeks ago. I’m happy to report that the inside is still “eccentric.” And congrats on being named the “most improved business” in Ulysses, Ks. Mr. Dudley. Actually, this is a great theatre with superb picture and sound quality. And believe me, it has atmosphere even if the outside paint job is a bit tamer. Cindy and I also met Mr. Dudley who has been in the movie business much longer than he has owned his theatre. Thank you for talking to us. We had a great time.