In early October 2021 the small Kinema 4 was added, seating just 21 - but complete with screen tabs! This, like screens 2 & 3 is additional to the footprint, not a sub-division of an existing screen.
CF100: I cannot be entirely sure, but I think moveable masking is in place, although like the Odeon Luxe LS tabs whether it is used or not is an unknown fact.
I was very generously allowed in between screenings whilst cleaning was in progress, but looking at the walls in the photos I cannot discern any lighting strips which may add a colour in screen 2 - there are blue strips in the aisles. The shape of the auditorium may be a factor - the lighting strips may be more effective in a longer, more oblong theatre?
Moviebuff82: I, too, would recommend the Bond movie. As you would expect, the cinematography is superb, right from the start as the opening credits merge into a forest. It is witty, the chases exciting, and to say much more would give away too much! Do find a big screen to see it though.
Nadeem - that is correct. The initial set of plans gave the original two screens (which opened as the Paragon, later renamed Reel) a new facade and incorporated them within a larger 6 screen complex. However, this scheme was later revised and the Savoy’s five screens were built on a separate footprint, with the original screens demolished - sadly a year before the Savoy opened, leaving the town without a cinema.
I had the chance to look at these this week, and I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised by the development. The auditoria (whilst black and plain) are comfortable and spacious with no oppressive basement feel. The entrance is dramatic and the foyer (designed with a much higher number of patrons in mind) is elegant and generous. A few photos (October 2021):-
The streetview seems to support that - the cinema is to the right of the Traf iQ booth under the red ‘E’ and the galeria to the left.
Sadly it is many years since I was last in Frankfurt so cannot confirm current status of the Europa.
“The second floor consists of a single massive space originally used as a concert/public hall and later converted for theatre and cinema use. A later stage, proscenium arch and balcony have all now been removed, and a large steel sub-structure with a mezzanine level has been inserted.”
Interesting interior photo. This appears to be the top of the proscenium arch, but the decorated ceiling extends behind to the rear wall indicating that the room was converted to a theatre, and not part of the original design - perhaps starting as a multi-purpose or concert hall?
The Regal / Cineworld closed in 2016 and was demolished a year later. Replacement cinemas promised on the site have yet to materialise (by end of 2020).
Debatable – since the facade and foyer were incorporated from a pre-existing building, whilst the extension that formed the cinema has been completely removed, I would say this is “Demolished”. Still it is nice to learn that the dome has survived.
Two photos of the former Princess from September 2021 - still disused:-
PRINCESS THEATRE - Facade
PRINCESS THEATRE - Flank wall
A photo from 2021:-
GRAND CINEMA - Facade
In early October 2021 the small Kinema 4 was added, seating just 21 - but complete with screen tabs! This, like screens 2 & 3 is additional to the footprint, not a sub-division of an existing screen.
… or maybe not. There was a report of demolition, but google street view of 2016 shows both front and rear to be intact.
CF100: I cannot be entirely sure, but I think moveable masking is in place, although like the Odeon Luxe LS tabs whether it is used or not is an unknown fact.
I was very generously allowed in between screenings whilst cleaning was in progress, but looking at the walls in the photos I cannot discern any lighting strips which may add a colour in screen 2 - there are blue strips in the aisles. The shape of the auditorium may be a factor - the lighting strips may be more effective in a longer, more oblong theatre?
Moviebuff82: I, too, would recommend the Bond movie. As you would expect, the cinematography is superb, right from the start as the opening credits merge into a forest. It is witty, the chases exciting, and to say much more would give away too much! Do find a big screen to see it though.
A couple of photos from 2006 (obviously of the 1950 building):-
SPA PAVILION - Exterior
SPA PAVILION - Auditorium
Nadeem - that is correct. The initial set of plans gave the original two screens (which opened as the Paragon, later renamed Reel) a new facade and incorporated them within a larger 6 screen complex. However, this scheme was later revised and the Savoy’s five screens were built on a separate footprint, with the original screens demolished - sadly a year before the Savoy opened, leaving the town without a cinema.
I only saw the cinema, not the film on this occasion - but will be seeing it at my ‘local’ on Tuesday.
I had the chance to look at these this week, and I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised by the development. The auditoria (whilst black and plain) are comfortable and spacious with no oppressive basement feel. The entrance is dramatic and the foyer (designed with a much higher number of patrons in mind) is elegant and generous. A few photos (October 2021):-
Odeon Luxe West End - EXTERIOR
Odeon Luxe West End - ESCALATOR TO FOYER
Odeon Luxe West End - SCREEN 1 - DOLBY THEATRE
Odeon Luxe West End - SCREEN 2
The replacement building, nearing completion in August 2021:- MARBLE ARCH PLACE
A third screen, seating 36, was added by incorporating an adjoining shop. All three screens open in 2021 - when these photos were taken
Exterior
Screen 1 Auditorium
Screen 2 Auditorium
Screen 3 Auditorium
Google street view show the Rex is still there and functioning as Opera Bingo - post code is CA2 5EN
Sorry, it seems that it is no longer possible to post a link to the street view, so the above link will not work.
The streetview seems to support that - the cinema is to the right of the Traf iQ booth under the red ‘E’ and the galeria to the left. Sadly it is many years since I was last in Frankfurt so cannot confirm current status of the Europa.
street scene
Photos from 2003 here:-
Cine Verano CALPE - Facade
Cine Verano CALPE - Screen
Photo from 2003 here:-
Cine Alhambra CALPE
Photo from 2003 here:-
Cine Nereida BENIDORM
Photo from 2003 here:-
Cines Colci BENIDORM
The Astoria was demolished in 2019
A photo of the Empire, taken in 1992, can be seen here:-
Empire Kirkham - exterior
Found the answer. The listing text is quite recent and contains a description of the interior.
https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101300442-former-co-operative-society-building-pioneer-house-dewsbury-east-ward
“The second floor consists of a single massive space originally used as a concert/public hall and later converted for theatre and cinema use. A later stage, proscenium arch and balcony have all now been removed, and a large steel sub-structure with a mezzanine level has been inserted.”
Interesting interior photo. This appears to be the top of the proscenium arch, but the decorated ceiling extends behind to the rear wall indicating that the room was converted to a theatre, and not part of the original design - perhaps starting as a multi-purpose or concert hall?
The Regal / Cineworld closed in 2016 and was demolished a year later. Replacement cinemas promised on the site have yet to materialise (by end of 2020).
Debatable – since the facade and foyer were incorporated from a pre-existing building, whilst the extension that formed the cinema has been completely removed, I would say this is “Demolished”. Still it is nice to learn that the dome has survived.
Yes it is the venue for the 1969 London performances, the last time she appeared on stage in London.