Hello everyone. I ventured to Newark, NJ today and took a walk to see the old Adams. I noticed that the block where this venerable theater resides now boasts a number of Muslims businesses. Anyway, I saw that the Adams' marquee was covered with a sign for a 99 cent market. I walked over to get a closer look. I was sidetracked by a a gang of kids who were fighting. As I got closer I thought that perhaps I had hit gold and could get inside the theater. I was able to see where the box office used to be and was attempting to go in further since the door was open. Just then a man stopped me and asked me what I wanted. I asked him if I could see inside to the auditorium but he said that I would have to speak to his boss. Alas, his boss said no. I was so disappointed as I walked away and heard the gates coming down.
I have a vague memory of the ice cream parlor ( I am 41). I remember going to the Commodore (against my will) to see a Spanish show featuring some of the big names of that era; circa late 70’s. I didn’t go to the movies much (cue the violins) and perhaps that’s why I have always had a fascination with movie houses. I remember the Marcy from taking the B53 bus to get to Bridge Plaza. But I never went there. It was the Williamsburg.
I recently took some photos of the demolition of the Commodore. The quality is not very good. I used a disposable camera. If anyone is interested in seeing them let know via this site.
Hello everyone. I ventured to Newark, NJ today and took a walk to see the old Adams. I noticed that the block where this venerable theater resides now boasts a number of Muslims businesses. Anyway, I saw that the Adams' marquee was covered with a sign for a 99 cent market. I walked over to get a closer look. I was sidetracked by a a gang of kids who were fighting. As I got closer I thought that perhaps I had hit gold and could get inside the theater. I was able to see where the box office used to be and was attempting to go in further since the door was open. Just then a man stopped me and asked me what I wanted. I asked him if I could see inside to the auditorium but he said that I would have to speak to his boss. Alas, his boss said no. I was so disappointed as I walked away and heard the gates coming down.
I have a vague memory of the ice cream parlor ( I am 41). I remember going to the Commodore (against my will) to see a Spanish show featuring some of the big names of that era; circa late 70’s. I didn’t go to the movies much (cue the violins) and perhaps that’s why I have always had a fascination with movie houses. I remember the Marcy from taking the B53 bus to get to Bridge Plaza. But I never went there. It was the Williamsburg.
Has anyone seen pictures of the Commodore in its heyday? Or any pics?
Here are the pictures I posted of the demolition of the Commodore Theater.
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I recently took some photos of the demolition of the Commodore. The quality is not very good. I used a disposable camera. If anyone is interested in seeing them let know via this site.