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March 14, 2012
Remembering the Chicago movie theater that revolutionized the movie industry
CHICAGO, IL — The Chicagoist looks at the origins of Universal Pictures and Chicago’s first successful movie theater, the White Front. Carl Laemmle built his empire from this one theatre that is sadly long gone.
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March 13, 2012
City to theaters: If you build it…
SANTA CLARITA, CA — Frustrated by few independent film choices in their nearby cinemas, Santa Clarita residents have to drive to other areas of Los Angeles County for a wider selection. The dissolution of numerous redevelopment agencies hasn’t made it any easier. They’re hoping enough interest will either lure an arthouse chain to the area or make the local chains use a few screens for independent films.
Read more in the Signal.
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Ioka’s supporters rally around theater
EXETER, NH — There was a rally last the other weekend to save the Ioka Theater. The theatre’s new owner is trying to raise awareness by encouraging people to become members of the theatre company. Through the membership drive, they hope to raise money for upgrades and ultimately reopen it for film.
Read more at Seacoast Online.
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March 12, 2012
Flushing RKO Keith’s for sale again?
FLUSHING, NY — The saga continues over the future of the beloved RKO Keith’s. Rumors are circulating that the developer who purchased it in 2010 and even got approval on building a larger facility there, could be looking to unload the property.
Read more in the Queens Chronicle.
(Thanks to Porcelain Doll for providing the photo.)
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Group hopes to revive theater in Chincoteague
CHINCOTEAGUE ISLAND, VA — The newly formed Chincoteague Island Arts Organization has rallied locals to raise $100,000 to purchase the Island Roxy Theatre. They plan to use it a performing arts and educational center.
Read more at Delmarva Now.
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Join the Independent Theatre Alliance
THE INDEPENDENT THEATRE ALLIANCE
www.ita-usa.comWe cordially invite you to join the Independent Theatre Alliance,
The Independent Theatre Alliance is an association of independent theater owners and movie industry professionals working together to meet the needs of our members in a rapidly changing communications and entertainment environment.
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March 9, 2012
Egyptian celebrates 90 years
LOS ANGELES, CA — It’s had its fair share of ups and downs but the Egyptian Theatre is making it to 90. The theatre will kickoff a year of celebrating the anniversary with a special tour this weekend followed by more events later this year.
(Thanks to monika for providing the photo.)
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As many as 20% of theaters to close due to digital conversion
Indie Wire is saying 20% of U.S. theaters could close because they can’t afford to convert to digital. With the National Association of Theatre Owners pushing a “Convert or Die” mentality, are people aware of what’s about to happen? Do they care?
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March 8, 2012
A.C.T. saves Strand
SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Help is coming for the Market Street staple, the Strand now that the American Conservatory Theatre has purchased it. They plan on cutting the seating down to 300 so it can be an intimate venue for more experimental theatre.
Read more details with a video at the Huffington Post.
(Thanks to Patrick Crowley for providing the photo.)
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Clio Cinemas reopens as Clio Square Cinema
CLIO MI — The former Clio Cinemas which was last operated by NGC Cinemas was reopened last December by Emagine Entertainment which also owns Cinema Hollywood in nearby Birch Run. Emagine has renamed the four-screen cinema the Clio Square Cinema. It’s official URL is here.
(Thanks to jeterga for providing the photo.)
Submitted by Gary Flinn