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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater on Dec 26, 2021 at 6:23 pm

Interview on CBS News: https://newyork.cbslocal.com/2021/11/04/rego-park-queens-demolition-building-ohr-natan-synagogue-rj-capital-holdings/

Interview on WPIX 11: https://pix11.com/news/local-news/queens/neighbors-rally-to-save-historic-diner-and-building-in-queens/

Petition & comment drive: https://www.change.org/p/rj-capital-holdings-save-historic-trylon-theater-ohr-natan-tower-diner-small-businesses-from-demolition

https://nypost.com/2021/11/03/nyc-neighbors-fighting-to-save-historic-ohr-natan-synagogue/

http://foresthillstimes.com/view/full_story/27827733/article-Push-to-save-Trylon-Theater—Tower-Diner

http://foresthillstimes.com/view/full_story/27830127/article-CB6-considers-demo-of-Trylon–Tower-Diner

https://qns.com/2021/11/forest-hills-and-rego-park-residents-reject-developers-plan-to-demolish-tower-diner-and-ohr-natan-synagogue/

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater on Dec 26, 2021 at 6:04 pm

Please sign our petition & post a comment, as well as share it with as many friends as possible. Power to the people who respect history, architecture, culture, religious values, preservation, art, & small businesses:

https://www.change.org/p/rj-capital-holdings-save-historic-trylon-theater-ohr-natan-tower-diner-small-businesses-from-demolition

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater on Dec 26, 2021 at 3:42 pm

December 26, 1939: This day in our community’s history is marked by the opening of the 1939 World’s Fair-inspired Art Deco Trylon Theater, where the earliest films were “The Wizard of Oz” & “Gone With The Wind” - http://www.foresthillstimes.com/view/full_story/27050355/article-The-Trylon–The-Theater-of-Tomorrow We will continue to advocate for the preservation & restoration of this landmark in the eyes of the majority. Let’s save the Trylon/Ohr Natan Synagogue & Community Center & the Tower Diner clock tower bank building. Take a stand for religious values, architecture, culture, history, art, historic preservation, morals, & small businesses. Power to the people who understand & value our communities most!

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NativeForestHiller commented about UA Forest Hills Twin Theatre on Dec 26, 2021 at 12:24 am

In the Forest Hills Theatre description, please include its original architect, Kenneth M. Murchison, who was a foremost public buildings architect. He also designed Forest Hills Stadium (first tennis stadium countrywide as of 1923), Baltimore’s Penn Station, Jamaica Station, Hoboken Terminal, and the Beaux-Arts Apartments. I would also like to mention that the theater opened on December 5, 1922. Architect John J. McNamara performed renovations later on.

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NativeForestHiller commented about UA Forest Hills Twin Theatre on Jun 12, 2021 at 5:09 pm

Ridethectrain: One of the last movies was “Dance With Me” featuring Vanessa Williams & Maria Torres, which was released in August 1998. The theater closed shortly after. I attended and have proof.

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NativeForestHiller commented about UA Forest Hills Twin Theatre on Jun 4, 2021 at 5:47 pm

The theater closed in the latter part of 1998.

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NativeForestHiller commented about Cinemart Cinemas on Feb 3, 2015 at 11:05 pm

As a result of the Cinemart Cinemas Preservation Campaign, the owner’s dedication, and the screening of “American Sniper” (a first-run film!), the Cinemart achieved a record number of ticket sales: http://www.queensledger.com/view/full_story/26391453/article-Cinemart-Cinemas-achieves-record-ticket-sales

The good fight is far from over. As a preservationist who is assisting the owner, we are determined to succeed.For ideas and preservation leads, please email Michael Perlman of Rego-Forest Preservation Council at

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NativeForestHiller commented about Cinemart Cinemas on Jan 14, 2015 at 11:28 pm

PRESERVATION ALERT – Save The Historic Cinemart Theatre by seeing a major film screening this week!!! Please share & buy tickets for “American Sniper” http://foresthillstimes.com/view/full_story/26362063/article-Major-film-to-determine-theater-s-future

Please share with all your contacts.

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater on Aug 25, 2013 at 6:25 pm

Thanks for your comments. The mosaics were intact and in good condition until their destruction in 2005. The mosaic ticket booth bearing the Trylon Monument was jackhammered in July 2005, and the mosaic and terrazzo floor which also depicted the monument and Art Deco chevrons was cemented over for a front that began disintegrating upon installment.

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater - 2002 on Aug 23, 2013 at 10:16 pm

This is a view from 2002, which was 3 years after the Trylon Theater closed its doors. This is before the beautiful Art Deco 1939 World’s Fair-themed detail in the entrance pavilion was destroyed during the 2005 demolition process.

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater on Aug 23, 2013 at 10:01 pm

Thank you, Bway.

Hi everyone, I just uploaded numerous Trylon Theater photos under the photo thread. Please feel free to post your comments. The views range from the theater’s opening in 1939 to its closure in December 1999, and also include some views of the insensitive alterations in summer 2005.

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NativeForestHiller commented about The Trylon Theater was featured in the 1941 Theatre Catalog on Aug 23, 2013 at 9:34 pm

The Trylon Theater was featured in the 1941 Theatre Catalog

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater's Art Deco mosaic floor with chevrons in 1999 on Aug 23, 2013 at 9:25 pm

When the Trylon Theater was taken over by Ohr Natan in 2005, this unique Art Deco mosaic floor in the entrance pavilion was paved over with cement. It is still “restorable!”

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater's Art Deco entrance pavilion in 1999 bearing the Trylon Monument, Courtesy of Michael Perlman on Aug 23, 2013 at 8:35 pm

In the “Now showing” display case, you can see the reflection of the former Jay Dee Bakery’s retro neon sign.

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater's Art Deco entrance pavilion in 1999 bearing the Trylon Monument, Courtesy of Michael Perlman on Aug 23, 2013 at 8:34 pm

Trylon Theater’s Art Deco entrance pavilion in 1999 bearing the Trylon Monument, Courtesy of Michael Perlman

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater's Art Deco facade & entrance pavilion in Dec. 1999, Courtesy of Michael Perlman on Aug 23, 2013 at 8:27 pm

Trylon Theater’s Art Deco facade & entrance pavilion in 1999, Courtesy of Michael Perlman

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater on Aug 23, 2013 at 8:13 pm

In the upper left-hand corner, the vertical Art Deco streamlined detail is peeking through the vitrolite paneling.

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater on Aug 22, 2013 at 8:09 pm

How can I add my Trylon Theater photos directly to this thread? Please let me know. Thanks!

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NativeForestHiller commented about Ridgewood Theatre on Aug 11, 2013 at 4:33 pm

Are there any quotes from the Landmarks Preservation Commission? It is of the utmost significance to calendar a public hearing for the Ridgewood Theatre’s interior. This is famed architect Thomas Lamb’s earliest and most intact example of a theater throughout NYC!

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NativeForestHiller commented about Trylon Theater on Aug 9, 2013 at 7:15 pm

The Queens Chronicle quotes potentially one of the developers/owners as stating the following:

Though the property, known as the Trylon Triangle was only recently acquired, Babaev said the company is already working on designs for the space.

“We’re thinking retail on the ground floor, a community center on the second floor and residential from three to eight,” he said. “We want to RESTORE the front entrance of the building to resemble what it looked like in 1939 when it opened. We want to bring back the essence of the building’s history and keep all of the tenants.”

http://www.qchron.com/editions/central/the-plot-thickens-at-ohr-natan-center/article_c5531a86-a026-5171-8b10-c78bfa77adf5.html

  1. What are some of your immediate thoughts?

  2. In addition, does anyone have historic photos (personal or company-produced) showing the Trylon Theater?

These are some Trylon Theater photos I uploaded to flickr over the years:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/8095451@N08/sets/72157623065121152

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NativeForestHiller commented about Regal UA Midway on Oct 20, 2012 at 11:00 pm

The Queens Ledger-/Forest Hills Times features “Midway Theatre 70th Anniversary Benefits Alzheimer’s” by Michael Perlman: http://www.foresthillstimes.com/view/full_story/20349385/article-Midway-Theatre-70th-Anniversary-Benefits-Alzheimer-s On 9/24, patrons saw Hitchcock’s “Rear Window” (1954) & the proceeds benefited the Alzheimer’s Association (NYC Chapter). The Midway opened in 1942 & was named after WWII’s Battle of Midway. It was designed in the Art Moderne style by America’s foremost theater architect, Thomas W. Lamb. Please share & feel free to post a comment on the article link.

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NativeForestHiller commented about Regal UA Midway on Jun 21, 2012 at 3:40 am

“Coming Attractions: Legendary Midway Theatre To Turn 70” in the Forest Hills Times/Queens Ledger by Michael Perlman.

Mark your calendar for a 70th anniversary celebration, likely on September 24, 2012. Let’s preserve & commemorate our Art Moderne theater designed by the great Thomas Lamb, & named after WWII’s Battle of Midway.

If you would like to share your theater memories or experiences or any comment, please feel free to post on the article link:

http://www.foresthillstimes.com/view/full_story/18969666/article-Coming-Attractions—Legendary-Midway-Theatre-To-Turn-70

A thank you to all who contributed to my article’s interviews.

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NativeForestHiller commented about Hollywood Theatre on Jan 27, 2012 at 4:52 pm

P.S. The theater can always be incorporated into a residential development above. The loss of the remaining ornate features would be detrimental. If the owner cares about his/her reputation, they will work with us.

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NativeForestHiller commented about Hollywood Theatre on Jan 27, 2012 at 4:51 pm

Does anyone know the owner’s name? Maybe some of us can call for a meeting with the owner & the councilmember. Thoughts?

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NativeForestHiller commented about RKO Keith's Theatre on Jan 15, 2012 at 6:29 pm

I agree. SWC deserves an award for his prominent role in documenting and publicizing this theater. We have proof of the great extent of architectural details in the auditorium, lounges, & other areas, which remain by the foremost theater architect Thomas W. Lamb. Don’t believe anything about what the politicians & developer(s) say.