Since my last entry, the Kiggins has flourished as a special feature venue. In addition to first-run Independent flicks, there is a monthly “Noir Night,” frequent live old-time radio performances, private screenings of classic movies, and stand-up comedians. There are also symphonic orchestral offering as well as other features.
Kiggins Theatre is now a National Historical Site. That designation fulfills my life-long objective as a Vancouver native, and professional historian.
So proud of Dan Wyatt, “Captain” of the Kiggins Theatre, and all of his efforts in support of this long-standing monument along Vancouver’s Main Street.
With every best wish,
Andrew Gregg, Clark County Arts Commission Chairman.
So, are you suggesting that a parking lot, like the one that currently memorializes The Castle Theater, once Vancouver’s preeminent showplace, is preferable to the Kiggins that must serve beer and wine to survive as a monument to our downtown’s heritage?
Few Vancouverites younger than the age of sixty years even saw the exterior of the Castle Theater. It ceased operating as a movie theater in 1954, and was razed in 1967 to serve as the parking lot at the corner of Evergreen and Broadway you see today.
If single-screen theaters are to survive without government subsidy or non-profit status in 2014, operators must depart from the traditional business models that governed movie houses from the advent of the sound era (1927) and the impact of television (Eisenhower administration.)
Incidentally, establishments serving beer and wine were key components to the commercial success of downtown Vancouver before Prohibition and during the Second World War.
Our Kiggins Theatre was recently placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
A parking lot would never enjoy that esteemed place in a city’s heritage district.
Sincerely,
Andrew Gregg, Historic Preservation Chairman Vancouver, WA
Delighted to report the The New Kiggins Theatre has been lovigly restored to its genuine 1936 condition. From paint colors to new neon in the marquee, the building’s rennovation was executed by a number of professionals as well as a cadre of skillful volunteers. 35mm classics and digital premiers are featured. In addition, the original smoking lounge has been tricked out to serve food, beer, and wine. The early reception has been wonderful, and downtown Vancouver is coming alive!
Greetings,
Since my last entry, the Kiggins has flourished as a special feature venue. In addition to first-run Independent flicks, there is a monthly “Noir Night,” frequent live old-time radio performances, private screenings of classic movies, and stand-up comedians. There are also symphonic orchestral offering as well as other features.
Kiggins Theatre is now a National Historical Site. That designation fulfills my life-long objective as a Vancouver native, and professional historian.
So proud of Dan Wyatt, “Captain” of the Kiggins Theatre, and all of his efforts in support of this long-standing monument along Vancouver’s Main Street.
With every best wish,
Andrew Gregg,
Clark County Arts Commission Chairman.
Dear MotoFox,
So, are you suggesting that a parking lot, like the one that currently memorializes The Castle Theater, once Vancouver’s preeminent showplace, is preferable to the Kiggins that must serve beer and wine to survive as a monument to our downtown’s heritage?
Few Vancouverites younger than the age of sixty years even saw the exterior of the Castle Theater. It ceased operating as a movie theater in 1954, and was razed in 1967 to serve as the parking lot at the corner of Evergreen and Broadway you see today.
If single-screen theaters are to survive without government subsidy or non-profit status in 2014, operators must depart from the traditional business models that governed movie houses from the advent of the sound era (1927) and the impact of television (Eisenhower administration.)
Incidentally, establishments serving beer and wine were key components to the commercial success of downtown Vancouver before Prohibition and during the Second World War.
Our Kiggins Theatre was recently placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
A parking lot would never enjoy that esteemed place in a city’s heritage district.
Sincerely,
Andrew Gregg,
Historic Preservation Chairman
Vancouver, WA
Delighted to report the The New Kiggins Theatre has been lovigly restored to its genuine 1936 condition. From paint colors to new neon in the marquee, the building’s rennovation was executed by a number of professionals as well as a cadre of skillful volunteers. 35mm classics and digital premiers are featured. In addition, the original smoking lounge has been tricked out to serve food, beer, and wine. The early reception has been wonderful, and downtown Vancouver is coming alive!