Well, I visited Gowanda’s Hollywood Theatre today. The theatre is under renovation so will someday be beautiful once again and the town was full of beautiful Harleys. The theatre was the dream of a Mr. Wilhelm and his original home is on the corner of Main and Chapel.
Lauren: Well, at least it escaped demolition though sometimes they are not when a church chooses to build a new addition on that same piece of land as was done in a PA town near my hometown in NYS!
Bryan: This is sad sad news because “The DuPage is one of the rare atmospheric theaters first concieved by famed architect John Eberson.” Once it’s gone, it’s gone forever!
I, for one, am really getting tired of reading these public CT exchanges and wish they would stop! I don’t know JLoster, but I have communicated with Paul Warshauer though I don’t personally know him. I’m sure there are some truths and some falsehoods in all of these many exchanges. but this is ridiculous and not very professional, imo.
John R: As the community should be……“a justifiable pride in this restored treasure”! Friends of mine are very proud of their hometown theatre and go often!
ohenry: Funny story and it sounds like your mom was a concerned and loving mother. Now if we could only generate concern and love for Charlotte’s Carolina Theatre! If you wish to learn more about this theatre, please contact Charlie Clayton at the following email address: .com and/or log onto the following site for a complete history of the Carolina Theatre: View link
My neighbor is from Akron Ohio and told me that this theatre is a MUST-SEE when in Akron Ohio! And the above site that TC posted says that the first atmospheric was in Houston Texas!
I just attended the Lucy Festival in Jamestown NY and heard Lucie Arnaz speak. She mentioned having performed with her daughter, Kate at the Majestic Theatre in NYC so perhaps it was this one.
I certainly hope that the community of Lombard votes to restore this theatre as it was a theatre associated with the famous names of Rapp and Rapp and it is atmospheric!
Mystery Solved! The Shea’s was originally the Majestic Theatre and as mentioned above… a photo of such is on www.cinematour.com A postcard of this theatre is also for sale on eBay!
Don K: What a beautiful story about the Fox and about your dying father and your last conversation with him. A very uplifting and bright post that was so nice of you to share with all of us.
Brian: Thank you for your supportive post in regards to Mr. Paul W. I have been working with him since this past winter and find him to be a very interesting and dedicated theatre businessman.
What is at 1170 Central Avenue now? Probably a parking lot!
This theatre is listed as closed so can anyone tell me if it is still standing?
Well, I visited Gowanda’s Hollywood Theatre today. The theatre is under renovation so will someday be beautiful once again and the town was full of beautiful Harleys. The theatre was the dream of a Mr. Wilhelm and his original home is on the corner of Main and Chapel.
The guestbook has a message that talks about the original organ being in Dunedin FL now.
This theatre has a wonderful and complete website. Stop by,sign their guestbook and read what others have written.
Lauren: Well, at least it escaped demolition though sometimes they are not when a church chooses to build a new addition on that same piece of land as was done in a PA town near my hometown in NYS!
Caro: Cute story yet sad that the drape doesn’t still hang in its intented spot in history.
Tick: Hope you find interior pix. What was the Grand Drape?
Bryan: This is sad sad news because “The DuPage is one of the rare atmospheric theaters first concieved by famed architect John Eberson.” Once it’s gone, it’s gone forever!
I just viewed the photos and they look like 2 entirely different theatres when you compare early photos to present photos….marquee, etc.
I guess it is as I just read Matt’s post talking about Jukebox Journey…haven’t seen that production yet, but heard that it’s a MUST-SEE!
Is this the same theatre where the long running Jukebox Journey is being performed as I don’t recall it looking like the print that is for sale?
Charles: Great photo! Thanks!
I, for one, am really getting tired of reading these public CT exchanges and wish they would stop! I don’t know JLoster, but I have communicated with Paul Warshauer though I don’t personally know him. I’m sure there are some truths and some falsehoods in all of these many exchanges. but this is ridiculous and not very professional, imo.
John R: As the community should be……“a justifiable pride in this restored treasure”! Friends of mine are very proud of their hometown theatre and go often!
ohenry: Funny story and it sounds like your mom was a concerned and loving mother. Now if we could only generate concern and love for Charlotte’s Carolina Theatre! If you wish to learn more about this theatre, please contact Charlie Clayton at the following email address: .com and/or log onto the following site for a complete history of the Carolina Theatre: View link
Now that I’m revisiting this theatre link I have since read that this DEMOLISHED theatre was the FIRST EBERSON ATMOSPHERIC!
My neighbor is from Akron Ohio and told me that this theatre is a MUST-SEE when in Akron Ohio! And the above site that TC posted says that the first atmospheric was in Houston Texas!
I just attended the Lucy Festival in Jamestown NY and heard Lucie Arnaz speak. She mentioned having performed with her daughter, Kate at the Majestic Theatre in NYC so perhaps it was this one.
I certainly hope that the community of Lombard votes to restore this theatre as it was a theatre associated with the famous names of Rapp and Rapp and it is atmospheric!
Bryan: Great article. Thanks.
Mystery Solved! The Shea’s was originally the Majestic Theatre and as mentioned above… a photo of such is on www.cinematour.com A postcard of this theatre is also for sale on eBay!
Don K: What a beautiful story about the Fox and about your dying father and your last conversation with him. A very uplifting and bright post that was so nice of you to share with all of us.
Brian: Thank you for your supportive post in regards to Mr. Paul W. I have been working with him since this past winter and find him to be a very interesting and dedicated theatre businessman.
Can anyone tell us if the theatre is under a restoration project at this time or any time in the future?