In July, 200 cinemas worldwide will broadcast Helen Mirren in a play at London’s National Theatre, so that means legit plays, opera, and maybe Olympics will provide additional revenue to movie theaters.
I saw more movies at the Eric Mark I than you did, and am going to disagree about the screen being “small” though it wasn’t as huge as the screen at the Boyd (Sameric).
For a long time, we had a photo of one of the dogs in the Sameric (Boyd) on our website (www.FriendsOfTheBoyd.org). It is not there now, but maybe later we will put it back up.
Myself, I hate the ads, the preshow, in US movie theaters.
Mr. Kent, ads aren’t the only reason, but rather than “angry mobs” or threats, there is reduced attendence by adults.
I suppose those interior photos are displaying an original GWTW poster?
The interior photos are quite impressive. Orchestra pit. Lots of ornamental detail. Wonderful, historic movie house that looks like it is worthwhile of being reused rather than destroyed.
Indeed, this fantastic, movie palace, operated by a nonprofit organization, is doing something great for the community, and well timed as the recession has cut back everybody’s spending. Bravo!
Let’s help out, Cinema Treasures members! I signed petition. Join in before it is too late. We’ve seen too many cinemas needlessly lost. Let’s see more Americans & worldwide members signing the petition.
Here’s a link to photos of April 2009 installation of replica of historic marquee, shorter so it will not be hit by trucks (as the street is wider than before): View link
Problems above with sound too loud or low or cancelled showings seem to be especially Mondays to Thursdays rather than weekends. In general, I’m guessing the best projectionists are asked to work over the weekends, when the theater wouldn’t cancel screenings (unless something isn’t working in the theater).
I’ve never encountered sound too low or high at the Ziegfeld, in my mostly weekend shows.
The Ziegfeld is a magical place though maybe not a profitable place, and we should all be thankful it still shows movies.
The Ziegfeld often has movie premieres, and sometimes goes dark because they don’t always have enough business. Anyone who comments frequently on this site is on the Internet, and should check Clearview’s website to confirm the show is on.
Bravo, JodarMovieFan, the Uptown DC wasn’t showing it, so you enjoyed it here. I was in London on vacation and was thrilled to see it on a screen larger than the Ziegfeld’s, with 2 curtains used, a THX trailer and fantastic sound, at the Empire at Leicester Square: /theaters/912/
I, too, enjoyed “Star Trek” seeing it last week. 2 curtains were used. THX trailer was shown. Projection was perfect on the huge screen. Sound was fantastic as AndySummers indicates.
Article about reopening full time in the future:
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2005 exterior photo, very pretty facade:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/opelech/6762277/
When was the Uptown balcony sometimes closed? before 1985?
balconies are fun and should be open!
In July, 200 cinemas worldwide will broadcast Helen Mirren in a play at London’s National Theatre, so that means legit plays, opera, and maybe Olympics will provide additional revenue to movie theaters.
Philadelphia’s Pearl /theaters/17993/
has a sign that proclaims cell phone users will be ejected, without refund.
article about reopening:
View link
I enjoyed the movie I saw this past weekend. Thankfully, still no stupid preshow commercials/ads, etc.
Tonight, there was a sneak preview of “Transformers” sequel, filmed in Philadelphia:
View link
I saw more movies at the Eric Mark I than you did, and am going to disagree about the screen being “small” though it wasn’t as huge as the screen at the Boyd (Sameric).
For a long time, we had a photo of one of the dogs in the Sameric (Boyd) on our website (www.FriendsOfTheBoyd.org). It is not there now, but maybe later we will put it back up.
Myself, I hate the ads, the preshow, in US movie theaters.
Mr. Kent, ads aren’t the only reason, but rather than “angry mobs” or threats, there is reduced attendence by adults.
I suppose those interior photos are displaying an original GWTW poster?
The interior photos are quite impressive. Orchestra pit. Lots of ornamental detail. Wonderful, historic movie house that looks like it is worthwhile of being reused rather than destroyed.
set of 2008 exterior photos:
View link
Indeed, this fantastic, movie palace, operated by a nonprofit organization, is doing something great for the community, and well timed as the recession has cut back everybody’s spending. Bravo!
Pedas operated Circle cinemas, that I know. What’s “Showcase”?
Summer rerun time? News ran last Tuesday:
http://cinematreasures.org/news/21141_0_1_20_M/
2008 photo of one of the auditoriums, facing screen:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/smmot/2698766289/
Photo taken this month of larger auditorium facing the curtained screen:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sblackley/3524961472/
News article about the reopening:
View link
Let’s help out, Cinema Treasures members! I signed petition. Join in before it is too late. We’ve seen too many cinemas needlessly lost. Let’s see more Americans & worldwide members signing the petition.
Here’s a link to photos of April 2009 installation of replica of historic marquee, shorter so it will not be hit by trucks (as the street is wider than before):
View link
Problems above with sound too loud or low or cancelled showings seem to be especially Mondays to Thursdays rather than weekends. In general, I’m guessing the best projectionists are asked to work over the weekends, when the theater wouldn’t cancel screenings (unless something isn’t working in the theater).
I’ve never encountered sound too low or high at the Ziegfeld, in my mostly weekend shows.
The Ziegfeld is a magical place though maybe not a profitable place, and we should all be thankful it still shows movies.
I’ve never been to the Curzon Soho, but THX quality of sound & picture presentation seems met at the Empire.
I was sitting in the Circle.
Classic screenings continue with “The Third Man (1949) ” “P.U.L.S.E” and “Yellow Submarine” $5 admission for each show.
The Ziegfeld often has movie premieres, and sometimes goes dark because they don’t always have enough business. Anyone who comments frequently on this site is on the Internet, and should check Clearview’s website to confirm the show is on.
Bravo, JodarMovieFan, the Uptown DC wasn’t showing it, so you enjoyed it here. I was in London on vacation and was thrilled to see it on a screen larger than the Ziegfeld’s, with 2 curtains used, a THX trailer and fantastic sound, at the Empire at Leicester Square:
/theaters/912/
I, too, enjoyed “Star Trek” seeing it last week. 2 curtains were used. THX trailer was shown. Projection was perfect on the huge screen. Sound was fantastic as AndySummers indicates.