Joe, I also found a reference in Mr. Schieke’s book that the Airdome opened in 1913 and the business was transferred to the K of P Building where it existed until 1940 when the owner closed it when he opened the Shafer. The seating capacity was 230. This information also appears in the overview of the Airdome which has its own listing on CT.
Joe, I found a reference in Konrad Schieke’s “Historic Movie Theatres in Illinois” (2015) that a new theatre was to be built in the old Rose Opera House building. That would have been the Shafer.
According to a reference in Historic Movie Theatres in Illinois by Konrad Schieke, 2015: “New theatre to be built in old Rose Opera House Building”.
According to a reference in “Guide and Directory to the Opera Houses of Illinois” by John B. Jeffrey, 1889, the seating capacity of the Rose Opera House was 500.
I’ve uploaded a photo of the Shafer which I found on Flkr. Comment indicated it had previously been the Rose Opera House. Also says the building was purchased by the bank in 1967 and destroyed later that year.
The Paramount in Stapleton, Staten Island had a long renovation that ended unsuccessfully.
From the time Regal announced it was going to level the Lynbrook and build a new theatre on the site took quite a bit of time. Interestingly there is not much of a difference in seating capacity from the old theatre to the new 9 story building which replaces it.
They closed in 2016 for a renovation to be completed in 2017 and now they are going to open in the Spring of 2022. Time will tell on that. Because of the length of time closed, Covid and the popularity of streaming what are the odds that this is going to be viable?
Since this is a leased property curious to know when the current lease is up.
The Downingtown Opera House was built in 1903. In 1906 it was offered to the Alert Fire Company as a more central location. The offer was turned down on the grounds that it would be inadequate for future needs.
The Opera House became the Roosevelt Theatre in 1929.
The theatre, along with other buildings along Brandywine Avenue, sustained damage when the Brandywine River overflowed in the flood of August 9, 1942. It did, however, reopen after several days.
The building still exists and can be seen in the photo which I’ve uploaded.
Mission Statement: A microcinema space dedicated to the presentation of experimental artist’s films, video art, the truly independent, the obscure and the avante garde in an intimate setting.
In 2021 they hosted 18 live streaming programs and one in person. A one year lease was signed in November 2021 in a warehouse facility. Seating is for 30 persons. All projection capabilities are available.
Robert Fury purchased the Capitol in April 2021 with the intention of opening a venue for live performances. He said it would take time and money to bring it back. I haven’t seen any updates since this announcement.
LouRugani- I just came upon a question someone asked about the former name of the State Theatre in Newport, VT. Address they furnished was the same as the Burns. Could explain the Burns name being painted out. Have to try and do some research.
I have uploaded a photo posted by Bill Fortney on Pinterest of the Pioneer Theatre. The photo is dated 1936. He indicates the Pioneer is actually the original Englewood. I found a 1928 picture of a “remodeled” Englewood Theatre in the Englewood Library photo collection which supports this.
I found, and uploaded, an early photo of the Englewood Theatre which Bill Fortney posted on Pinterest. Although he indicated it was from 1909, records at the Englewood Library indicate it was only opened in 1912. The Cinema Treasures address is the same one in the library records.
I’ve also uploaded a 1928 photo from the library collection of the “remodeled” Englewood Theatre.
Joe, I also found a reference in Mr. Schieke’s book that the Airdome opened in 1913 and the business was transferred to the K of P Building where it existed until 1940 when the owner closed it when he opened the Shafer. The seating capacity was 230. This information also appears in the overview of the Airdome which has its own listing on CT.
Joe, I found a reference in Konrad Schieke’s “Historic Movie Theatres in Illinois” (2015) that a new theatre was to be built in the old Rose Opera House building. That would have been the Shafer.
According to a reference in Historic Movie Theatres in Illinois by Konrad Schieke, 2015: “New theatre to be built in old Rose Opera House Building”.
According to a reference in “Guide and Directory to the Opera Houses of Illinois” by John B. Jeffrey, 1889, the seating capacity of the Rose Opera House was 500.
I’ve uploaded a photo of the Shafer which I found on Flkr. Comment indicated it had previously been the Rose Opera House. Also says the building was purchased by the bank in 1967 and destroyed later that year.
Article in June 2021 says the theatre will open no time soon.
The Paramount in Stapleton, Staten Island had a long renovation that ended unsuccessfully.
From the time Regal announced it was going to level the Lynbrook and build a new theatre on the site took quite a bit of time. Interestingly there is not much of a difference in seating capacity from the old theatre to the new 9 story building which replaces it.
They closed in 2016 for a renovation to be completed in 2017 and now they are going to open in the Spring of 2022. Time will tell on that. Because of the length of time closed, Covid and the popularity of streaming what are the odds that this is going to be viable?
Since this is a leased property curious to know when the current lease is up.
Sold to developers who haven’t announced their plans.
Now referred to as Regal Clifton Park and RPX. Photo by Yoann Lussler uploaded.
Uploaded photos of the Fairyland and an ad circa 1915.
The Downingtown Opera House was built in 1903. In 1906 it was offered to the Alert Fire Company as a more central location. The offer was turned down on the grounds that it would be inadequate for future needs.
The Opera House became the Roosevelt Theatre in 1929.
The theatre, along with other buildings along Brandywine Avenue, sustained damage when the Brandywine River overflowed in the flood of August 9, 1942. It did, however, reopen after several days.
The building still exists and can be seen in the photo which I’ve uploaded.
Uploaded the weekly ad which appeared in the Tabor City Tribune for March 15, 1950.
Mission Statement: A microcinema space dedicated to the presentation of experimental artist’s films, video art, the truly independent, the obscure and the avante garde in an intimate setting.
In 2021 they hosted 18 live streaming programs and one in person. A one year lease was signed in November 2021 in a warehouse facility. Seating is for 30 persons. All projection capabilities are available.
Uploaded an early photo.
Robert Fury purchased the Capitol in April 2021 with the intention of opening a venue for live performances. He said it would take time and money to bring it back. I haven’t seen any updates since this announcement.
Located in the Masonic Temple Building. Hence the Temple.
I have uploaded a partial image of Main Street in Geddes found on a 1919 postcard. The Temple appears in the left foreground.
LouRugani- I just came upon a question someone asked about the former name of the State Theatre in Newport, VT. Address they furnished was the same as the Burns. Could explain the Burns name being painted out. Have to try and do some research.
Previous retail space was a dollar store. Two theatres have 90 seats; two have 40. Seating is bistro style.
Ad is probably from 1936.
The theatre interior shots for the Last Picture Show were done at the West Tex in neighboring Olney. That theatre was demolished in the mid 80s.
The first black owned theatre in South Carolina.
In its silent days it also featured illustrated songs where someone would flip pages of pictures that would match the song lyrics.
I have uploaded a photo posted by Bill Fortney on Pinterest of the Pioneer Theatre. The photo is dated 1936. He indicates the Pioneer is actually the original Englewood. I found a 1928 picture of a “remodeled” Englewood Theatre in the Englewood Library photo collection which supports this.
I found, and uploaded, an early photo of the Englewood Theatre which Bill Fortney posted on Pinterest. Although he indicated it was from 1909, records at the Englewood Library indicate it was only opened in 1912. The Cinema Treasures address is the same one in the library records.
I’ve also uploaded a 1928 photo from the library collection of the “remodeled” Englewood Theatre.