It’s not really a theatre as we know it…no seats other than folding chairs as it is a teen center for the youth of the community. The stage area is used for Christian concerts, etc. As I recall the ceiling chandeliers are original.
Irv: Yes, I am scheduled for a visit to FL this winter! I will be in Ocala late March to hopefully see and tour the art deco Marion Theatre. Do you have any current status information for that theatre? I was told by a friend who was in downtown Ocala last winter that the theatre was “boarded up” which has caused me to inquire about this theatre and my theatre visit to Ocala. I will send you a personal email with my mailing address as I would love to receive a copy of “Flickers, Fires and Flames”. Thank you so much!
Brian: I couldn’t reach you via email on your CT profile page nor on the Marion Theatre website so decided to address you via CT. Could you tell me the current status of the theatre? I plan to be in Ocala in late March and would like a tour, if possible. Thank you. If I don’t read a post from you by the weekend, I will call the theatre number given on the website.
I thought I heard that he would not be present at the Golden Globes tonight due to his family tragedy. I see on your profile page that you are in NJ and John grew up in NJ. Do you know him personally?
Justin: Do you think John and Kelly will continue their support of the Marion? And again, does anyone know the current status of this theatre’s restoration/renovation. Is the theatre open? I have read this theatre originally had 1,000 seats and now it has 400 so that would be a renovation, not a restoration of a fine example of the art deco era.
Can anyone tell me the current status of the Marion Theatre? A friend of mine recently told me that it was “boarded up” last winter when he was there having dinner in downtown Ocala.
As most of us know, John Travolta contributed to the restoration of this theatre in downtown Ocala. Thank you John and CT extends their condolences to you and to Kelly on the loss of your son, Jett.
I have 2 b/w photos of the Grand sent to me via email from a man in Hawaii who used to live in Westfield. If anyone is interested in seeing them, I am interested in sharing them.
Yeah, and I guess the fact that the sun is shining and there is no snow in sight makes it a nice photo for local residents of Auburn NY. One of my wishes for ‘09 is to see this theatre restored or on its way to restoration!
It will be interesting to see what the current status of the Rogers is as I was not told anything about continued restoration plans nor about “a book of experiences” contributed above by Ross Melnick.
I have contacted a source in Shelby NC and next Wednesday will be given a tour of the Rogers. Through my source I have learned that the theatre seats have been removed.
Jules: Perhaps you can give us some insight since your grandfather owned the Paramount at one time why this theatre was allowed to be demolished as it was a magnificant structure! A theatre similar to the Paramount was the Palace in Youngstown Ohio, but sadly it was also demolished.
Lost: Very nice theatre photos and one that I hope to visit in late March along with the Garden in Winter Garden and the Marion in Ocala.
Irv: I enjoyed our theatre phone chat and look forward to seeing the beautifully restored Garden Theatre in March.
Lost: I wish the powers to be in Auburn would get their act together and restore this exceptional art deco theatre!
It’s not really a theatre as we know it…no seats other than folding chairs as it is a teen center for the youth of the community. The stage area is used for Christian concerts, etc. As I recall the ceiling chandeliers are original.
Lost: This is my husband’s hometown in PA.
Irv: Yes, I am scheduled for a visit to FL this winter! I will be in Ocala late March to hopefully see and tour the art deco Marion Theatre. Do you have any current status information for that theatre? I was told by a friend who was in downtown Ocala last winter that the theatre was “boarded up” which has caused me to inquire about this theatre and my theatre visit to Ocala. I will send you a personal email with my mailing address as I would love to receive a copy of “Flickers, Fires and Flames”. Thank you so much!
Why is it that when you click on the official website the Garden Theatre comes up and nothing with the word….Gem?
Brian: I couldn’t reach you via email on your CT profile page nor on the Marion Theatre website so decided to address you via CT. Could you tell me the current status of the theatre? I plan to be in Ocala in late March and would like a tour, if possible. Thank you. If I don’t read a post from you by the weekend, I will call the theatre number given on the website.
I thought I heard that he would not be present at the Golden Globes tonight due to his family tragedy. I see on your profile page that you are in NJ and John grew up in NJ. Do you know him personally?
Justin: Do you think John and Kelly will continue their support of the Marion? And again, does anyone know the current status of this theatre’s restoration/renovation. Is the theatre open? I have read this theatre originally had 1,000 seats and now it has 400 so that would be a renovation, not a restoration of a fine example of the art deco era.
Can anyone tell me the current status of the Marion Theatre? A friend of mine recently told me that it was “boarded up” last winter when he was there having dinner in downtown Ocala.
As most of us know, John Travolta contributed to the restoration of this theatre in downtown Ocala. Thank you John and CT extends their condolences to you and to Kelly on the loss of your son, Jett.
Bloo: Again, I say someone should approach Mike Yeager of Mid America Enterprises and see if he would be interested!! He is in Effingham!
Correction: aren’t still in place
Too bad that the original marquees are still in place.
I have 2 b/w photos of the Grand sent to me via email from a man in Hawaii who used to live in Westfield. If anyone is interested in seeing them, I am interested in sharing them.
I agree with a Ho! Ho! Ho! :)
Yeah, and I guess the fact that the sun is shining and there is no snow in sight makes it a nice photo for local residents of Auburn NY. One of my wishes for ‘09 is to see this theatre restored or on its way to restoration!
It will be interesting to see what the current status of the Rogers is as I was not told anything about continued restoration plans nor about “a book of experiences” contributed above by Ross Melnick.
I have contacted a source in Shelby NC and next Wednesday will be given a tour of the Rogers. Through my source I have learned that the theatre seats have been removed.
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This is how the Erie Playhouse should still look, imo!
And to think this theatre was the only atmospheric built by Rapp and Rapp. The Warner in Erie PA is a Rapp and Rapp.
Jules: Perhaps you can give us some insight since your grandfather owned the Paramount at one time why this theatre was allowed to be demolished as it was a magnificant structure! A theatre similar to the Paramount was the Palace in Youngstown Ohio, but sadly it was also demolished.
Warren: Nice photos…thanks!
“it has not been split”…..music to my ears..thanks, Peter!