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Trolleyguy commented about Tivoli Theater on Jan 8, 2024 at 7:40 am

jAn ice cream parlor has been moved into the theatre.

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Trolleyguy commented about Olde Un Theatre on Dec 20, 2023 at 7:49 am

Calling this a cinema is a bit of stretch. Their Facebook page shows a lounge area with 4 chairs and a table facing a wall mounted TV showing DVDs.

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Trolleyguy commented about Eastgate Cinemas on Dec 6, 2023 at 12:35 pm

Demolition began this week. After 8 years of vacancy and the owners being unable to find a tenant for the awkward structure layout, the site is being cleared fo rdevelopment. My picture in the photo section.

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Trolleyguy commented about Rosebud Cinema on Dec 3, 2023 at 7:45 pm

In-depth story here. The website says it will reopen in January 2024.

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Trolleyguy commented about Ramova Theatre on Dec 1, 2023 at 7:45 am

More on the involvement by the musical icons who are involved.Link

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Trolleyguy commented about Ramova Theatre on Nov 28, 2023 at 8:23 am

Link

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Trolleyguy commented about Ramova Theatre on Nov 16, 2023 at 1:37 pm

Here’s the story in its entirety with citation. Ramova

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Trolleyguy commented about Flower Theatre on Nov 13, 2023 at 9:23 am

Big plans to restore the facade to attract tenants. facade

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Trolleyguy commented about Vista Theater Hollywood on Nov 11, 2023 at 10:11 am

Article about reopening. Eater

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Trolleyguy commented about Des Plaines Theatre on Nov 4, 2023 at 7:31 am

Functions should include Classic movies.

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Trolleyguy commented about Ramova Theatre on Nov 3, 2023 at 7:34 am

A brewhouse is planned for the center. Brewhouse

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Trolleyguy commented about Wynne Theatre on Oct 30, 2023 at 7:12 am

You’d be better off going to Google Streetview to see the outside of this building. ^That website above^ is nearly impossible to navigate.

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Trolleyguy commented about Gem Theatre on Oct 26, 2023 at 8:10 am

website

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Trolleyguy commented about Ramova Theatre on Oct 25, 2023 at 12:43 pm

Getting closer to opening according to Crains Chicago Business.Link

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Trolleyguy commented about Plum City Theatre on Oct 17, 2023 at 7:36 am

As of August 2023, Google Streetview shows this theatre building is still in existence at 318-3 Main Street with the name clearly visible on the facade. It appears to have been converted to apartments.

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Trolleyguy commented about UCLA Nimoy Theatre on Oct 14, 2023 at 7:47 am

ScreenClassic your question is answered here.

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Trolleyguy commented about Little Lorraine Theatre on Oct 6, 2023 at 7:30 am

This has reopened and is now called the Little Lorraine. There is a page for it on the Lorraine Theatre website

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Trolleyguy commented about Cabaret Picture Show on Oct 5, 2023 at 7:22 am

Current function should be Church.

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Trolleyguy commented about Lakewood Theatre on Sep 22, 2023 at 7:48 am

Current Streetview shows this theatre has been repurposed as an AutoZone car parts store. The cupola with its weather vane is all that remains.

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Trolleyguy commented about Downer Theatre on Sep 20, 2023 at 11:18 am

Story

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Trolleyguy commented about Waybur Theatre on Sep 20, 2023 at 7:12 am

I saw training films in this theatre in 1963 as a draftee in basic training. Typical Army post movie theatre and auditorium.

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Trolleyguy commented about Hart Theatre on Sep 18, 2023 at 7:04 am

Silent films are shown here occasionally with live organ accompaniment. Function should include films and film festivals.

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Trolleyguy commented about Triple Gold Cinemas on Sep 16, 2023 at 7:36 am

Streetview from 2008 shows a Goodwill at that address.

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Trolleyguy commented about Eastgate Cinemas on Sep 8, 2023 at 2:20 pm

It appears the demolition is likely to come soon. Construction fencing went up around the property this week. All outlots and parking lots are cleared.

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Trolleyguy commented about Malek Theater on Sep 6, 2023 at 8:24 am

Status should be Closed/renovating. More information here Google Streetview of July 2023 shows the exterior restored and in good shape.