LOUB: Thanks for the historical information as it’s been awhile since anyone entered a post on this one. I’ve not been to a movie, but have “toured” the lobby.
“Jim Mitchell, who helped bring eroticism into the political and social consciousness of San Francisco and later was imprisoned for the sensational killing of his own brother, died apparently of a heart attack, at his home in western Sonoma County, investigators said Friday.” Was this quote correct in saying that Jim was imprisoned for killing his brother yet died at his home? Was he released from prison at some point in time though he committed murder?
Well, I just finished watching on Tru TV the story of the Mitchell Brothers and their O'Farrell Theatre though saying it was a theatre cheapens the word in this case.
PaulNoble: Interesting that you would post this as I viewed The View today and heard Barbara speak of being at this theatre over the weekend and that it had to be evacuated though she didn’t go into any detail, on air. Thanks for giving us the balcony scoop. BTW, has anyone read her book?
Lost: Thanks…again. Now that I see those birds I do recall being inside the Gem though it was during a movie showing so I couldn’t really see the auditorium that well.
I recently was told about this theatre and another theatre in a town just south of St. Charles (starts with the letter G)where the Arcada is located. Any photos of the Batavia?
sam_e: Unfortunately, you are correct in that Main Street assessment. Personally, I would like to see it opened up again as that might help revitalize that area of downtown. Whose idea was it anyway?
Lost: My husband is a car enthusiast and he tells me that a ‘57 T-bird is worth from $25,000-$75,000 depending on level of restoration. What color do you prefer? If you want to know more, email me.
I didn’t think so, but perhaps “LOUB” can tell us.
Unfortunately, the flickr photo of Sept. 24, 2006 has been deleted.
LOUB: Thanks for the historical information as it’s been awhile since anyone entered a post on this one. I’ve not been to a movie, but have “toured” the lobby.
“Jim Mitchell, who helped bring eroticism into the political and social consciousness of San Francisco and later was imprisoned for the sensational killing of his own brother, died apparently of a heart attack, at his home in western Sonoma County, investigators said Friday.” Was this quote correct in saying that Jim was imprisoned for killing his brother yet died at his home? Was he released from prison at some point in time though he committed murder?
Well, I just finished watching on Tru TV the story of the Mitchell Brothers and their O'Farrell Theatre though saying it was a theatre cheapens the word in this case.
I’m trying to locate an Atlanta theatre manager by the name of Carleton Heist. Can anyone be of help to me?
PaulNoble: Interesting that you would post this as I viewed The View today and heard Barbara speak of being at this theatre over the weekend and that it had to be evacuated though she didn’t go into any detail, on air. Thanks for giving us the balcony scoop. BTW, has anyone read her book?
And again, if anyone gets the opportunity to catch that MB ad filmed at the El Rey it will be worth your time…very classy.
Great photo showing not only the marquee, but the ornate building above the marquee.
Yes, but plan it in the winter months when I’m in the Gem area!
Lost: Thanks…again. Now that I see those birds I do recall being inside the Gem though it was during a movie showing so I couldn’t really see the auditorium that well.
Perhaps I have missed it, but are there any interior Gem photos on this “gem” of a link?
Lost: I never tire of seeing the Gem’s art deco marquee! Thanks.
And now I see that it was “twinned”!
Is this theatre closed? If so, what gives?
LOUB: Very informative site…thanks.
DakRoland: I, for one, applaud you for your WG effort. Keep all of us on CT updated to this wonderful developing story.
The photo shows the name PARAMOUNT though the marquees are different if you compare the photo you posted to the one on this link.
Warren: Fabulous 1956 photo!! Must rent that Hitchcock thriller.
I recently was told about this theatre and another theatre in a town just south of St. Charles (starts with the letter G)where the Arcada is located. Any photos of the Batavia?
The perfect combination: a great theatre marquee and a great box of Fowler’s for your movie date.
KevinS: Absolutely beautiful and the candy next door at Fowler’s is DElicious!
wolfgirl500: Thanks for the update and updated photos.
sam_e: Unfortunately, you are correct in that Main Street assessment. Personally, I would like to see it opened up again as that might help revitalize that area of downtown. Whose idea was it anyway?
Lost: My husband is a car enthusiast and he tells me that a ‘57 T-bird is worth from $25,000-$75,000 depending on level of restoration. What color do you prefer? If you want to know more, email me.