Brian: Judging by the way the Biograph looked under Cineplex, I’d say there is a good chance the paint you see in the Lakeshore’s auditorium now was applied by them. I remember looking into the lobby once during the Cineplex years, and it contained the usual subdued color scheme. When I visited the theatre a couple years ago it seemed to me that the lobby was more lively than my old-time memory led me to expect.
Took pictures of all three in the 90’s. You can find the photos I took now in the THSA archives, located in Elmhurst, IL. My guess is that they also have many other photos of these properties.
Wow! I did not realize Broadway in Chicago had come so far. My mind was still back in the days they mention at the end of that article. That is exciting!
That is an interesting point. The Winnetka Community House, which sits in the middle of a town with almost identical demographics, has a steady flow of events. Maybe Lake Forest missed the boat on this one.
You deserve it you little punk, with your five screen names.
Keep your nonsense inside the playpen Cinema Treasures allows for you. You don’t bother the rest of us in there. When you do come out, don’t take shots at people who are investing long hours in theatre renovation and community development…ESPECIALLY a group that has had their progress slowed by a frivolous lawsuit.
Or here’s a better idea: I’ve been boxing for years. Is that blue collar enough for you? How about if I just kick your ass up and down the block where the Dupage Theatre stood a few times?
You know what? You really need to shut your mouth. You are an idiot and so are your friends. You have all been steadily proving that for the last two years. Wheaton is an attractive community. Lombard is blight. There is one reason for that difference. Continue to babble on about Lombard if it fills some need in your personality. But leave Wheaton alone. They believe that the theatre will enhance their community and have been working hard to achieve their goals. They don’t deserved to be attacked by the likes of you.
Looks like the office space above the lobby has been renovated. Last time I saw it (probably 1990) that space had basically been gutted to the brick walls.
Why even bother with the upkeep on an old multiplex? They should rent a storefront or two and turn them into nickelodeons. A few folding chairs, a projector, a screen for school film strips…
Mason Rapp was my grandpa. I’ve been told that he worked on this place. My uncle has preserved some Rapp & Rapp records. The next time I speak with him, I will try to remember to ask him if any of those records shed light on the Beverly mystery. His records have been useful in past situations such as this.
I heard a rumor (take it as nothing more) that they had problems keeping the heat on this past winter. Obviously, that is not a good thing if true.
Brian: Judging by the way the Biograph looked under Cineplex, I’d say there is a good chance the paint you see in the Lakeshore’s auditorium now was applied by them. I remember looking into the lobby once during the Cineplex years, and it contained the usual subdued color scheme. When I visited the theatre a couple years ago it seemed to me that the lobby was more lively than my old-time memory led me to expect.
In the meantime check out set 12 at this web address:
http://www.mekong.net/random/theatres.htm
Took pictures of all three in the 90’s. You can find the photos I took now in the THSA archives, located in Elmhurst, IL. My guess is that they also have many other photos of these properties.
http://www.historictheatres.org/
I think all your statements are right on the money Luis.
**** the Institute on Aging.
A masterpiece of cinema…
Wow! I did not realize Broadway in Chicago had come so far. My mind was still back in the days they mention at the end of that article. That is exciting!
That is an interesting point. The Winnetka Community House, which sits in the middle of a town with almost identical demographics, has a steady flow of events. Maybe Lake Forest missed the boat on this one.
One reason it might not reopen is that there is already a ton of theatre capacity in the Loop. The same goes for Chicagoland in general.
However, the fact that it has been sitting there asleep all this time is interesting.
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I remember seeing photos of this place twenty years ago. Glad to see it is still playing a significant role in the community.
Yep, all times of day it can be seen on. Last night I had to go down Lake Shore Drive, and the vertical sign was on.
You deserve it you little punk, with your five screen names.
Keep your nonsense inside the playpen Cinema Treasures allows for you. You don’t bother the rest of us in there. When you do come out, don’t take shots at people who are investing long hours in theatre renovation and community development…ESPECIALLY a group that has had their progress slowed by a frivolous lawsuit.
Or here’s a better idea: I’ve been boxing for years. Is that blue collar enough for you? How about if I just kick your ass up and down the block where the Dupage Theatre stood a few times?
You know what? You really need to shut your mouth. You are an idiot and so are your friends. You have all been steadily proving that for the last two years. Wheaton is an attractive community. Lombard is blight. There is one reason for that difference. Continue to babble on about Lombard if it fills some need in your personality. But leave Wheaton alone. They believe that the theatre will enhance their community and have been working hard to achieve their goals. They don’t deserved to be attacked by the likes of you.
What is the problem? I thought plans for this multiplex included restoration of the original auditorium. Is that no longer the case?
Every time I drive down Michigan Avenue they have the marquee turned on. Go figure…
Jesus, you people are unreal. It is no wonder that Lombard is such a dump.
It is a nice place. Lacks 1920’s glory of course. I don’t like some of the color schemes either. But it is a good building.
What a great building! I am continually amazed. Every time I think I know ‘em all another one shows up.
Looks like the office space above the lobby has been renovated. Last time I saw it (probably 1990) that space had basically been gutted to the brick walls.
The last run for these places in the movie business, as the Dearborn Cinemas, was definitely an M&R venture.
Why even bother with the upkeep on an old multiplex? They should rent a storefront or two and turn them into nickelodeons. A few folding chairs, a projector, a screen for school film strips…
Mason Rapp was my grandpa. I’ve been told that he worked on this place. My uncle has preserved some Rapp & Rapp records. The next time I speak with him, I will try to remember to ask him if any of those records shed light on the Beverly mystery. His records have been useful in past situations such as this.