Also this theatre had a marquee different than the awning type marquee that is present today, but I believe the City of Watkins Glen wouldn’t allow the former marquee to extend so many feet from the curb and the street. Perhaps someone who lives in WG can explain further explain this decision. I would love to see a photo of what the former or original marquee looked like.
I may have touched on this before, but I was not aware that this theatre was twinned. I visited the Glen several years ago and it was not twinned at that time.
Lost: You know, I have to admit that I was wondering the same thing as Warren G. Harris! Where are all of those “misterboo” contributions as I haven’t seen a single one either! :)
Linda: Yes, it is a shame and I didn’t even grow up in the Toledo area. When I read about the velvet curtains and the grand staircase it really makes me wonder why this theatre couldn’t have been saved and bring back those ticket takers in uniforms, too!
Jason: I have photos of the “grand” Grand so will send them to you in the near future. Thanks for posting on this site as it is always a treat when someone posts on this CT link!
Why are they “saving” the “front wall”?
Also this theatre had a marquee different than the awning type marquee that is present today, but I believe the City of Watkins Glen wouldn’t allow the former marquee to extend so many feet from the curb and the street. Perhaps someone who lives in WG can explain further explain this decision. I would love to see a photo of what the former or original marquee looked like.
I may have touched on this before, but I was not aware that this theatre was twinned. I visited the Glen several years ago and it was not twinned at that time.
Jasn: Here is a site that will show you a few Grand photos along with some other area former theatres.
View link
Still hoping!
And is this theatre just “closed”?
Any photos?
MPol: There are sweet-looking photos on the theatre website
www.coudersporttheatre.com
LOUB: This will be a fun and memorable event!
Lost: You know, I have to admit that I was wondering the same thing as Warren G. Harris! Where are all of those “misterboo” contributions as I haven’t seen a single one either! :)
It is only right to give credit where credit is due! Thanks again and Happy Thanksgiving!
You are always welcome, my theatre friend! :–)
“misterboo”: Thanks!
ken mc: Great b/w photo of the original marquee. The present marquee is similar though the electronic look changes it, imo.
Linda: Yes, it is a shame and I didn’t even grow up in the Toledo area. When I read about the velvet curtains and the grand staircase it really makes me wonder why this theatre couldn’t have been saved and bring back those ticket takers in uniforms, too!
And I used to have a FL neighbor who had grandparents in Bethel so I’m sure she knew about this theatre when she visited them growing up.
Jordan: Good news! Bryan’s photo post of August 24, 2005 doesn’t work!
:)
Would love to see a photo(s)!
Jason: I have photos of the “grand” Grand so will send them to you in the near future. Thanks for posting on this site as it is always a treat when someone posts on this CT link!
And it’s a real shame that on “January 10, 1984, the theater burned to the ground. Arson was suspected.”
And yes, it is a shame that this theatre didn’t survive as it would fit in well with the now trendy Dilworth with “old city charm”.
Sure would love to see photos of this former art deco in the historic Dilworth area of Charlotte NC.
In the 2003 report it sounds like this theatre and area went through difficult times.
And I hope this theater can be returned to its original use as a theater for Gastonia!