This opened as the Family Theatre in Spring 1911. It was renamed the Gem Theatre in 1913, the Happy Hour Theatre in early-1918, the Star Theatre in March 1920, and the Ritz Theatre in August 1937.
The Ritz Theatre closed for the final time on December 8, 1937 following a small fire that broke out at the Ritz. But here’s the strangest part, the fire did NOT cause any damage AT ALL, and the Ritz NEVER reopened after the fire. Its closure was confirmed permanent by management despite no damage was reported both inside and outside the theater.
The Uptown Theatre opened its doors on December 13, 1935 with George Raft in “She Couldn’t Take It” (unknown if extras added).
On September 5, 1945, a fire destroyed almost the entirety of the Uptown Theatre, with the exception of the exterior walls during an afternoon showing of “Those Endearing Young Charms” along with an unnamed cartoon. Nobody was injured but the fire cost an estimate $20,000 in damages. Following reconstruction, the Uptown Theatre was relocated and reopened on October 12, 1945 with Spencer Tracy in “Without Love” and an unnamed Western feature along with an unnamed cartoon and a newsreel.
This actually opened on May 4, 1919 with Alice Joyce in “The Lion And The Mouse” along with a live musical performance by Sam LeBlanc singing “Smiles” accompanied by Nelson’s Orchestra.
The Orpheum Theatre, built in 1885, was first used as a roller skating rink and later a dance hall in 1895, before becoming a nickelodeon movie house in 1907. Full-length motion pictures began running at the Orpheum in 1923.
The Dededo Theatre at Ada’s Plaza opened its doors by Mariana Theatres Inc. on July 24, 1971 with Dustin Hoffman in “Little Big Man” and Heidelinde Weis in “The Man Outside”.
Some of its original installations as of that year include foam rubber push-back seats and a 48ft screen with dual channel 50-watt amplifiers. It was a single-screener housing 568 seats, with the entire theater having the color schemes of burnt orange, yellow, and bronze. The same colors were also used on the theater staff’s uniforms. Outside the theater featured a parking lot that can hold a total of 225 cars.
It was closed on April 27, 1991 with “Carrier Opportunities” and “Memphis Belle”.
This opened as the Kodak Omnimax Theater on January 24, 1993 with “To The Limit”. Two Walt Disney World employees dressed up as Mickey and Minnie Mouse made a special appearance on opening. It was renamed the IMAX Dome Theater in late-1995.
The Osage Theatre actually opened around early-October 1946 according to an article by the Sedalia Democrat. The theater itself wasn’t complete at the time of opening due to a lack of signs and the marquee.
This opened as the Pastime Theatre on September 3, 1909 with the films “Wilbur Wrights' Aeroplane” and “The Leapold Queen” along with musical performances by Ms. Ruby Baker on vocals and Ms. Ruth Smootz on piano and a four-piece orchestra that comes along with the program.
It was renamed the Majestic Theatre on July 30, 1911, the American Theatre on November 11, 1919, and the Hamly Theatre on April 23, 1928.
This opened as the Family Theatre in Spring 1911. It was renamed the Gem Theatre in 1913, the Happy Hour Theatre in early-1918, the Star Theatre in March 1920, and the Ritz Theatre in August 1937.
The Ritz Theatre closed for the final time on December 8, 1937 following a small fire that broke out at the Ritz. But here’s the strangest part, the fire did NOT cause any damage AT ALL, and the Ritz NEVER reopened after the fire. Its closure was confirmed permanent by management despite no damage was reported both inside and outside the theater.
The Uptown Theatre opened its doors on December 13, 1935 with George Raft in “She Couldn’t Take It” (unknown if extras added).
On September 5, 1945, a fire destroyed almost the entirety of the Uptown Theatre, with the exception of the exterior walls during an afternoon showing of “Those Endearing Young Charms” along with an unnamed cartoon. Nobody was injured but the fire cost an estimate $20,000 in damages. Following reconstruction, the Uptown Theatre was relocated and reopened on October 12, 1945 with Spencer Tracy in “Without Love” and an unnamed Western feature along with an unnamed cartoon and a newsreel.
The Uptown Theatre closed in 1960.
Opened on June 29, 1950.
The Grand Theatre closed for the final time on July 16, 1980 with “The Long Riders”. This never closed in the 1950s.
Closed on May 2, 1959 with “The Ten Commandments”.
This actually opened on May 4, 1919 with Alice Joyce in “The Lion And The Mouse” along with a live musical performance by Sam LeBlanc singing “Smiles” accompanied by Nelson’s Orchestra.
The Orpheum Theatre, built in 1885, was first used as a roller skating rink and later a dance hall in 1895, before becoming a nickelodeon movie house in 1907. Full-length motion pictures began running at the Orpheum in 1923.
Closed on March 9, 1991 with “Mermaids” and “Men Don’t Leave”.
Closed on January 30, 2005.
The Dededo Theatre at Ada’s Plaza opened its doors by Mariana Theatres Inc. on July 24, 1971 with Dustin Hoffman in “Little Big Man” and Heidelinde Weis in “The Man Outside”.
Some of its original installations as of that year include foam rubber push-back seats and a 48ft screen with dual channel 50-watt amplifiers. It was a single-screener housing 568 seats, with the entire theater having the color schemes of burnt orange, yellow, and bronze. The same colors were also used on the theater staff’s uniforms. Outside the theater featured a parking lot that can hold a total of 225 cars.
It was closed on April 27, 1991 with “Carrier Opportunities” and “Memphis Belle”.
Actual opening date is March 6, 1988, yes with “Alamo: The Price Of Freedom”.
This opened as the Kodak Omnimax Theater on January 24, 1993 with “To The Limit”. Two Walt Disney World employees dressed up as Mickey and Minnie Mouse made a special appearance on opening. It was renamed the IMAX Dome Theater in late-1995.
Opened as the AT&T Broadband IMAX 3D Theater at Jordan’s Furniture.
This opened as the Imation IMAX Theatre on April 5, 1997 with “Into The Deep”.
Actual closing date is September 27, 1977.
Taken over by Marcus in 1998.
Actual closing date is July 13, 1980.
Opened with “8½” and “The Running, Jumping, and Standing Still”.
This closed in February 1932 when a newer Royal Theatre opened nearby.
This opened in February 1932 as a replacement of an earlier Royal Theatre.
The Osage Theatre actually opened around early-October 1946 according to an article by the Sedalia Democrat. The theater itself wasn’t complete at the time of opening due to a lack of signs and the marquee.
Did they use an intermission slide made out of Microsoft PowerPoint?
It appears that it was still open in 1985, but was gone by 1991, judging by aerials.
This opened as the Pastime Theatre on September 3, 1909 with the films “Wilbur Wrights' Aeroplane” and “The Leapold Queen” along with musical performances by Ms. Ruby Baker on vocals and Ms. Ruth Smootz on piano and a four-piece orchestra that comes along with the program.
It was renamed the Majestic Theatre on July 30, 1911, the American Theatre on November 11, 1919, and the Hamly Theatre on April 23, 1928.
Taken over by the Ada Community Theater on December 10, 1963.