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August 17, 2009
Century-old theater in Shepherdstown for sale
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV — The Opera House Theater built in 1909, is for sale. It was refurbished by the current owners in the early 90’s to add modern amenities while still preserving the classic appeal.
The theater at 131 W. German St., which specializes in independent and foreign films, has been one of Shepherdstown’s most popular attractions from the day it opened in 1992. It draws patrons from across the Tri-State region and beyond.
An article with pictures can be found in the Herald Mail.
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August 12, 2009
Grauman’s Chinese for sale
HOLLYWOOD, CA — Citing difficulties making a profit on their single screen theaters, Mann Theatres is attempting to unload the famous Grauman’s Chinese as well as the Criterion in Santa Monica. This comes after they recently closed the Mann Festival and announced they would not be extending the leases on their other Westwood locations.
Amid seismic shifts in local exhibition, Warner Bros. and Viacom are stepping up efforts to unload L.A.-area movie theaters piecemeal, including the iconic Grauman’s Chinese in Hollywood. Such an exit would conclude an initially profitable but more recently tedious tenure of ownership for the studio companies.
Execs at Cinemerica — the co-venture of Warners and Paramount-parent Viacom that operates Mann Theatres — believe the timing is right to make a concerted run at selling one or more of its Mann venues. Two are considered especially attractive: the fabled Grauman’s on Hollywood Boulevard and the Criterion Theatre on Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade.
Read the full story at the Hollywood Reporter.
(Thanks to Nico for providing the photo.)
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August 11, 2009
Buyer sought for multiplex in Florence
FLORENCE, OR — The recently closed Florence Cinemas in the Emporium Shopping Center is up for sale.
Florence residents may not have to wait long to watch another movie at the multiplex. Plans are now under way to find a new operator for Florence Cinemas, which closed its doors last week.
Campbell Commercial Real Estate, a Eugene-based company that specializes in commercial property, intends to immediately market the vacant movie theater in its current condition at the Emporium Shopping Center.
Read the full story in the: Siuslaw News.
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August 4, 2009
Marcus Loew bronze plaque for sale
I’ve decided to list a vintage Marcus Loew bronze plaque on eBay with a start price of $1200. This is one of 144+ plaques installed in every Loew movie palace in the US in 1929. It’s in excellent condition and has an estimated replacement value of $1350 (if it were recreated today).
eBay item number 290335631653
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July 30, 2009
10+ 1927 Art Deco theater seats for sale!
I have purchased in the past at auction 10+ Art Deco 1920’s theater seats. They were from a theater in Manchester, MO., possibly the Manchester Cinema. I think the newspaper wrap with them is from the 90’s, could be when they were originally purchased. I do have pics to send just email. I may and try to put them somewhere(on line) and put a link.
12+ seats
17+ backs (6 just have stuffing back, they are not cushioned with springs. Maybe were for a tight end space)
14 aisle ends (some have the lights figures some are non-light ends)
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July 29, 2009
Savoy for sale
MONTPELIER, VT — A classic gem, the single-screen Savoy Theater is up for sale.
The Savoy Theater, a single-screen movie theater known for its dedication to arts, local and independent films, is up for sale. The asking price is $112,000.
Rick Winston, who founded the unique, brick-walled theater in 1980, and his wife and co-owner Andrea Serota said they have been struggling, particularly in the last two years, to keep the theater financially afloat. They said they decided to sell the theater in hopes a new buyer might bring new energy and ideas to rejuvenate the movie house.
Read more in the Times Argus.
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July 27, 2009
Looking for a theater in Northern New Jersey
I’ve been looking for a while now for a mid-sized theater somewhere in Northern New Jersey to either buy, lease or rent out. Please let me know if you have any information on any that may be available or may be becomming available within the next few months.
Thanks so much!!!
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July 23, 2009
California Theater seats
I have 300 plus vintage Haywood Wakefield seats from the California Theatre in Dunsmuir, California. I am looking to sell them very cheap. If anyone is interested, please fell free to email me with your questions and we can talk about price.
Here is the link to the photos…
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July 21, 2009
Twin for sale – reduced again to $285,000
CHECOTAH, OK –
The Gentry Cinema is for sale
Price reduced again… to $285,000This theater has now been listed with a realtor, and based on his advice the price has been reduced yet again.
Closed in 1996, it was re-opened it in Dec. 2008 after twinning and renovation. All new: facade and building exterior, windows and doors, plumbing, restrooms, electrical system, heat and air system and ductwork, fire sprinkler system, insulation in attic and walls, marquee, draperies, screens, sound. Replaced and upgraded projectors and added platters. Installed like-new seats. New concession counter with enough equipment for a small restaurant. Tables and seating for 20 in concession area. Currently have food license. Serving some hot food. Could serve more. Showing first run films. Located in market area of 20,000 people. Competition is over 20 miles away.
Owner is undercapitalized after remodel. $285,000 includes land, building, equipment, and business.
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July 16, 2009
Wanted for purchase or lease: Philadelphia area theater
I have always wanted to own and operate a small, 1 or 2 screen, theater and have recently started my search for properties in/around the Philadelphia area. Ideally, I would love to find a property with a seller who is willing to teach me the ropes. Although my preference is to purchase a theater, I am open to looking at lease agreements.
Please contact me if you know of any theaters for sale in the Philadelphia area.
Thanks!
Sarah