Indeed my friend Peter.K, the passing of Ms. Cataldi is a loss to the preservation community as a whole. My condolences to her family. Hopefully someone will follow in her footsteps to protect the RKO Keith’s Richmond Hill from further desecration.
George
Indeed WXRK is the correct answer. Zacherley has been performing a Saturday morning show and a Halloween special on WXRK. Personal appearances are by request only.
George
Indeed, this building is a disgrace. I am not against people coming to America for a better way of life. On the other hand you do not come to this country and desecrate a building that has stood for decades and one that has provided entertainment for the people of the community for so many years. Surely a compromise could have been reached. The building could have been converted for use as a community centre without the appalling changes. I would not be surprised to find that politics played a role in the conversion of this building. I do not believe this centre has any religious purpose. Merely a meeting place to help new arrivals be indoctrinated on our laws and help in starting a new life here. Any hopes of obtaining landmark status are now gone. Perhaps further destruction can be avoided if our voices are united and made known to the community.
George
Indeed my good friend Peter.K. Zacherley did resemble Lon Chaney in Phantom Of The Opera with some schtick borrowed from Spike Jones. John Zacherley is now 90 years of age. Hopefully John Zacherley will be among us for many more years and continue to entertain us all.
George
My friend Peter.K, indulge me for a moment. Chiller Theatre debuted in New York City in 1961 sans John Zacherle. The Cool Ghoul joined Chiller Theatre in 1963. Prior to joining Chiller Theatre John Zacherle hosted Shock Theatre in Philadelphia. WABC in New York City moved John Zacherle to New York City to host their version of Shock Theatre. It was at that time the spelling of his name was changed to Zacherley. The name of the show was briefly changed to Zacherley At Large just before it was cancelled. The following year John Zacherley signed a contract with WOR in New York City. The budget for the WOR show was paltry and his tenure at WOR was brief. In 1963 Zacherley signed with WPIX to host Chiller Theatre. Within two short years Zacherley would move on. 1965 found Zacherley hosting Zacherley’s Disco Teen show on channel 47 from Newark, New Jersey. In 1967 Zacherley moved to radio. Goodbye, whatever you are-ha! ha! ha!
George
Indeed this was the Strand Bowling Alley in the 1950’s through 1960’s. My recollection of the bowling facility is little if anything remained of the former theatre. Perhaps some remnants remain behind walls but nothing was visible to the naked eye. One floor is currently used for retail purposes.
George
Warren appears to be a caustic fellow that enjoys insulting people. One must be cautious about writing a message because of his insulting habits. Nonetheless, this theatre will always be the Brooklyn Fox to many, many people. BklynRob, I own the original LP and have transferred it to tape so as to prevent damage to the LP. Several advertisements for Alan Freed shows advertise this theatre as Fabian’s Brooklyn Fox. I do not see such a name placed above. It stands to reason that the Brooklyn Fox Corporation would own the Brooklyn Fox theatre. When Murray Kaufman took the stage, he uttered the famous words, this is Murrray the K: Live from the Brooklyn Fox!
George
Thank you my friend Peter.K. Indeed Lost Memory, that is one of many record albums from the Brooklyn Fox that I have in my collection. May I also add that the album depicted in the photo is very enjoyable to listen to.
George
Yes, my friend Peter.K. This is a forum for free speech and discussion. Have we not the right to discuss our desire to change the name of this theatre?
George
Indeed, the name should be Brooklyn Fox. Shows that were hosted by Murray Kaufman were advertised as being held at the Brooklyn Fox. I have in my possession a number of record albums from various shows. The album covers clearly state; Live at the Brooklyn Fox. One voice may not be heard but many voices can bring about change. Perhaps an email campaign will achieve the desired results.
George
I have no photos of the Fox theatre to share saps. My apologies to you for changing the subject matter. I was merely reminiscing with my friend Peter.K. I will do my best to refrain from reminiscing again. The Fox theatre brings back fond memories of a better time. My intentions were not to bore or alienate anyone. To the contrary, I had hoped to stimulate a conversation about the Fox theatre. Perhaps I chose the wrong method to accomplish that goal. Please forgive my clumsiness.
George
Peter.K, I was once told that robot could mean ‘automat’ in Polish. Perhaps that person was mistaken. Klient is friend. Thank you for your wonderful conversation my klient. When may we expect the name of this theatre to be changed to Brooklyn Fox?
George
Peter.K, indeed Tobor is robot spelt in reverse. As a child I received much kidding about the name. Truth be told, the name was shortened from Toborski when my grandparents immigrated from Warsaw.
George
Peter.K, returning to Murray Kaufman for a moment, he did not pioneer rock at WINS. That honor belongs to Alan Freed who hosted the Big Beat show for four years at WINS prior to Murray Kaufman replacing Alan Freed. After leaving WINS, Alan Freed served a brief stint at WABC radio. Disc jockeys moving from one station to another station had been going on long before Murray Kaufman came on the scene.
George
Indeed, Torn Curtain is an excellent film. Another great work from the master Alfred Hitchcock. The passing of Paul Newman is a tragic loss to all lovers of fine films. To quote a line by Pier Angeli from Somebody Up There Likes Me, ‘Somebody down here too.’
George
Indeed LeonLeonidoff, the Brooklyn Paramount was one long block away from the Fox Theatre. Both theatres were magnificent although of the two, I preferred the Fox Theatre. Rock ‘N’ Roll shows were hosted at both theatres. A pity that the Fox Theatre was not saved.
Peter.K, a journey to the fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis is a worthwhile trip. It is a fine example of a former movie palace being given a second lease on life. I highly recommend it.
George
That is a marvelous idea. I wish to thank Warren for the suggestion. The Fox theatre has always been known as the Brooklyn Fox to myself and others. Any entertainer that ever performed at the Fox theatre in Brooklyn would generally refer to it as the Brooklyn Fox. Perhaps Fox theatre could be an alternate name.
George
Yes, consumer advocate Bess Myerson Grant was usually associated with Mayor Ed Koch. No relationship to the former mayor I presume. Murray Kaufman was the self appointed fifth Beatle. One can only wonder if the manager Brian Epstein embraced that title.
George
Some little known data about Murray Kaufman. He worked at WMCA in 1958 before moving over to WINS. In 1969 in an attempt to boost ratings, Murray Kaufman returned to WMCA. WINS had already begun a 24 hour news format by that time. The move did not work and eventually WMCA switched to talk radio in 1970. I am familiar with Mays department store. Spent many a saturday shopping on Fulton Street.
George
Indeed Peter.K, Harry Harrison left WMCA and moved over to WABC as Scott Muni had done earlier. As multple screens theatres were causing the decline of many single screen theatres, FM radio was forcing AM stations such as WMCA and WABC to change their format. The world may move forward but all changes are not necessarily for the better. Those were fun and carefree times which are sorely missed.
George
Thanks to both. WMCA Good Guys do bring back some fond memories. Harry Harrison was the late night DJ. The loss of the Fox Theatre was tragic. It was another indication of downtown Brooklyn’s decline. I find the many comments here to be both fascinating and very interesting.
George
Hello Peter.K. I have read about the exploits of Thomas Huang and his desecration of the RKO Keith’s Theatre in Flushing. His penalty should have included some sort of restoration of the interior. Politicians and greedy lawyers are not friends of endangered buildings. They only protect the guilty.
George
Indeed my friend Peter.K, the passing of Ms. Cataldi is a loss to the preservation community as a whole. My condolences to her family. Hopefully someone will follow in her footsteps to protect the RKO Keith’s Richmond Hill from further desecration.
George
Indeed the Haven Theatre was located on the South side of Jamaica Avenue.
George
Indeed WXRK is the correct answer. Zacherley has been performing a Saturday morning show and a Halloween special on WXRK. Personal appearances are by request only.
George
Indeed, this building is a disgrace. I am not against people coming to America for a better way of life. On the other hand you do not come to this country and desecrate a building that has stood for decades and one that has provided entertainment for the people of the community for so many years. Surely a compromise could have been reached. The building could have been converted for use as a community centre without the appalling changes. I would not be surprised to find that politics played a role in the conversion of this building. I do not believe this centre has any religious purpose. Merely a meeting place to help new arrivals be indoctrinated on our laws and help in starting a new life here. Any hopes of obtaining landmark status are now gone. Perhaps further destruction can be avoided if our voices are united and made known to the community.
George
Indeed my good friend Peter.K. Zacherley did resemble Lon Chaney in Phantom Of The Opera with some schtick borrowed from Spike Jones. John Zacherley is now 90 years of age. Hopefully John Zacherley will be among us for many more years and continue to entertain us all.
George
My friend Peter.K, indulge me for a moment. Chiller Theatre debuted in New York City in 1961 sans John Zacherle. The Cool Ghoul joined Chiller Theatre in 1963. Prior to joining Chiller Theatre John Zacherle hosted Shock Theatre in Philadelphia. WABC in New York City moved John Zacherle to New York City to host their version of Shock Theatre. It was at that time the spelling of his name was changed to Zacherley. The name of the show was briefly changed to Zacherley At Large just before it was cancelled. The following year John Zacherley signed a contract with WOR in New York City. The budget for the WOR show was paltry and his tenure at WOR was brief. In 1963 Zacherley signed with WPIX to host Chiller Theatre. Within two short years Zacherley would move on. 1965 found Zacherley hosting Zacherley’s Disco Teen show on channel 47 from Newark, New Jersey. In 1967 Zacherley moved to radio. Goodbye, whatever you are-ha! ha! ha!
George
Indeed it is very unfortunate LuisV. This building is an eyesore. Perhaps it would have fared better if it had become a place of worship.
George
Indeed this was the Strand Bowling Alley in the 1950’s through 1960’s. My recollection of the bowling facility is little if anything remained of the former theatre. Perhaps some remnants remain behind walls but nothing was visible to the naked eye. One floor is currently used for retail purposes.
George
Warren appears to be a caustic fellow that enjoys insulting people. One must be cautious about writing a message because of his insulting habits. Nonetheless, this theatre will always be the Brooklyn Fox to many, many people. BklynRob, I own the original LP and have transferred it to tape so as to prevent damage to the LP. Several advertisements for Alan Freed shows advertise this theatre as Fabian’s Brooklyn Fox. I do not see such a name placed above. It stands to reason that the Brooklyn Fox Corporation would own the Brooklyn Fox theatre. When Murray Kaufman took the stage, he uttered the famous words, this is Murrray the K: Live from the Brooklyn Fox!
George
Thank you my friend Peter.K. Indeed Lost Memory, that is one of many record albums from the Brooklyn Fox that I have in my collection. May I also add that the album depicted in the photo is very enjoyable to listen to.
George
Yes, my friend Peter.K. This is a forum for free speech and discussion. Have we not the right to discuss our desire to change the name of this theatre?
George
Indeed, the name should be Brooklyn Fox. Shows that were hosted by Murray Kaufman were advertised as being held at the Brooklyn Fox. I have in my possession a number of record albums from various shows. The album covers clearly state; Live at the Brooklyn Fox. One voice may not be heard but many voices can bring about change. Perhaps an email campaign will achieve the desired results.
George
I have no photos of the Fox theatre to share saps. My apologies to you for changing the subject matter. I was merely reminiscing with my friend Peter.K. I will do my best to refrain from reminiscing again. The Fox theatre brings back fond memories of a better time. My intentions were not to bore or alienate anyone. To the contrary, I had hoped to stimulate a conversation about the Fox theatre. Perhaps I chose the wrong method to accomplish that goal. Please forgive my clumsiness.
George
Peter.K, I was once told that robot could mean ‘automat’ in Polish. Perhaps that person was mistaken. Klient is friend. Thank you for your wonderful conversation my klient. When may we expect the name of this theatre to be changed to Brooklyn Fox?
George
Peter.K, indeed Tobor is robot spelt in reverse. As a child I received much kidding about the name. Truth be told, the name was shortened from Toborski when my grandparents immigrated from Warsaw.
George
Peter.K, returning to Murray Kaufman for a moment, he did not pioneer rock at WINS. That honor belongs to Alan Freed who hosted the Big Beat show for four years at WINS prior to Murray Kaufman replacing Alan Freed. After leaving WINS, Alan Freed served a brief stint at WABC radio. Disc jockeys moving from one station to another station had been going on long before Murray Kaufman came on the scene.
George
Indeed, Torn Curtain is an excellent film. Another great work from the master Alfred Hitchcock. The passing of Paul Newman is a tragic loss to all lovers of fine films. To quote a line by Pier Angeli from Somebody Up There Likes Me, ‘Somebody down here too.’
George
Indeed LeonLeonidoff, the Brooklyn Paramount was one long block away from the Fox Theatre. Both theatres were magnificent although of the two, I preferred the Fox Theatre. Rock ‘N’ Roll shows were hosted at both theatres. A pity that the Fox Theatre was not saved.
Peter.K, a journey to the fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis is a worthwhile trip. It is a fine example of a former movie palace being given a second lease on life. I highly recommend it.
George
That is a marvelous idea. I wish to thank Warren for the suggestion. The Fox theatre has always been known as the Brooklyn Fox to myself and others. Any entertainer that ever performed at the Fox theatre in Brooklyn would generally refer to it as the Brooklyn Fox. Perhaps Fox theatre could be an alternate name.
George
Yes, consumer advocate Bess Myerson Grant was usually associated with Mayor Ed Koch. No relationship to the former mayor I presume. Murray Kaufman was the self appointed fifth Beatle. One can only wonder if the manager Brian Epstein embraced that title.
George
Indeed it was Peter.K. September 1970 to be precise. I must say that you have a remarkable memory.
George
Some little known data about Murray Kaufman. He worked at WMCA in 1958 before moving over to WINS. In 1969 in an attempt to boost ratings, Murray Kaufman returned to WMCA. WINS had already begun a 24 hour news format by that time. The move did not work and eventually WMCA switched to talk radio in 1970. I am familiar with Mays department store. Spent many a saturday shopping on Fulton Street.
George
Indeed Peter.K, Harry Harrison left WMCA and moved over to WABC as Scott Muni had done earlier. As multple screens theatres were causing the decline of many single screen theatres, FM radio was forcing AM stations such as WMCA and WABC to change their format. The world may move forward but all changes are not necessarily for the better. Those were fun and carefree times which are sorely missed.
George
Thanks to both. WMCA Good Guys do bring back some fond memories. Harry Harrison was the late night DJ. The loss of the Fox Theatre was tragic. It was another indication of downtown Brooklyn’s decline. I find the many comments here to be both fascinating and very interesting.
George
Hello Peter.K. I have read about the exploits of Thomas Huang and his desecration of the RKO Keith’s Theatre in Flushing. His penalty should have included some sort of restoration of the interior. Politicians and greedy lawyers are not friends of endangered buildings. They only protect the guilty.
George