Loew's Jersey Theatre

Let’s hope we get the opportunity for a few more classic film programs during the fall and winter of 2021 before the 2022 restoration “shutdown”.

Great news February 23, 2021 on the redevelopment of the Jersey Theatre!

Looks like FOL got the best of both worlds with this one - a viable full renovation and FOL will still play a major role in programming.

Full Announcement at Friends of the Loew’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/landmarkloewsjersey/

Feature article at Jersey City Times:

https://jcitytimes.com/loews-to-get-renovation-and-national-acts/

Brief summary:

““There was good news about the Loew’s yesterday – and it’s even BETTER than some folks may realize. As news outlets reported, yesterday the Jersey City Redevelopment Agency conditionally designated the company that owns the Devils and manages the Prudential Center as the commercial operator of the Loew’s. And as part of the plan, more that $70 million dollars will be found to fully restore the Theatre, bring it into full code compliance, and completely upgrade its production capabilities. But not all the news stories about this made clear one more important part of the plan: Friends of the Loew’s isn’t going anywhere. We will continue doing much of what we do now, still very much part of the Loew’s. In fact, we’ll be the non-profit arm of the Theatre’s expanded operation. And our most important role is to make sure that as many people as possible continue to have the opportunity to enjoy and benefit from the Loew’s – even if they can’t afford, or don’t want tickets to expensive pop concerts.” ”

It is my understanding that the current FOL 5 year lease for the venue has now expired and Jersey City is now moving forward with the plan the mayor tried to push though 5 years ago. This involves contracting out the restoration and operation of the theatre to companies experienced in this.

If the plan is successful and once it is complete, the venue will primarily be a concert facility. The difference between now and 5 years ago is that FOL’s roll in the theatre is more formally defined, better giving them the ability to plan and run local interest events including movies.

Please note that I have no “inside” information, and of course this may work out differently than either party expects. I have my doubt that any commercial organization will be in a hurry to spending millions of dollars on a venue where at least for the next few years, they will not be able to have any hope of recouping their investment.

Yes, that’s what I’ve read over at the Loews Facebook page recently. I am hopeful that “renovate”, in this case means installing a functional air conditioning system (to allow summer screenings!) and perhaps “improved” projection facilities such as 70mm. Color me “skeptical” but I hope none of the beautiful character and atmosphere of this grand movie palace is lost as the renovations proceed. And… I wonder where the money is coming from, especially during these “tough times”? (Private investors?)

Thanks, Markp, But I’ve got an appointment with a Wookie and some Storm Troopers, this Saturday. I hope the film program goes well for you.

Would anyone have any up-dates as to the status of this terrific theatre? There hasn’t been any movie activity (or much of “any” activity) since October.(As I understand it, they’ve been having some issues with their digital projection.) I regularly check their Facebook page..which is a small group of us asking the same question and their “official” website which seems to be a ghost town in terms of new events. (By this time of year, the Loews would be in the process of announcing their Holiday Programs but, as of this morning….nothing!)

Which movie, the new Joker?

My hat will always be off to the great Loew’s Jersey for presenting (this weekend, Mar. 29-30) films which are, shall we say not within the framework of the current P.C. climate. Great program featuring “A Clockwork Orange” and “Blazing Saddles” P.C. police please stay away!

In two years will be its 91st anniversary…

September 27th, 1929 grand opening ad in the photo section.

Hey vindanpar. Your last line on your comment. I do not live in Jersey but I do live outside of Boston. We have several theatres that show older classics. In case you don’t know but most films are not available on film anymore so that is why all is digital. Most places that can show film(which is very few) will try to get a print but it is hard to do. So wouldn’t rather see it digitally than not at all. This is the 21st century pal.

The Halloween season is the time of year when the Landmark Loews really “shines on”! The wonderful folks (FOL) who manage this true landmark have always had a sense of fun and frights during this time of year and this year proves to be no exception. Honestly, what better way to spend the pre-Halloween weekend than with Vinnie, Bela, Charlie and Michael Myers.