The ROXY stage shows were “iceless” at this point. Robert Rothafel (Roxy’s nephew)was still in charge. What attempts did he make to unstill more life into the showplace? Or was it completely swept away from him by Rock Center near the end of 1959? I am sure Rock Center had no intention of keeping the ROXY going indefinitely. They were just waiting for the right time to close.
This space was quite large and remained so until closing in 1968. The marble “planter” in the center of the floor was moved down the street to the lobby of the Loews State. What happened to this piece after the State was closed in mid 1980s? Anyone know?
This space was basically unchanged when the theater closed during 1970’s. Some of the furniture may have been removed, but otherwise very well preserved.
THE YOUNG LIONS was original scheduled at the next attraction, however, instead, The ROXY was retrofitted for Cinemiracle & WINDJAMMER as its next attraction. LIONS eventually opened at the Times Sq. Paramount.
I attended one of the early screenings of Fantasia during 1978 at the Music Hall. Ushers had to open up the closed off Mezzanine areas because the crowd became so large.
Definitely Rockettes. Originally there were 32, then called Roxeyettes. After Move from ROXY Theatre to Music Hall, the line was increased to 36 because of wider stage. There were never more than 36 performing on stage at one time.Later, after Rothafel’s departure from Music Hall, the line was re-named Rockettes. The additional 10 in photo were used as substitutes as needed.
On closer examination this photo was NOT taken on opening day, 1927. The girls, 22 of them, have GF on their costumes, signifying Gaye Foster. The Gaye Foster troupe began appearing at the NY ROXY after the departure of Rothafel during the mid-1930’s. The 32 Roxyettes moved over to Radio City Music Hall with Rothafel in 1932-33. The Roxyettes line was increased to 36 and later re-named Rockettes.
This theatre has now been demolished for retail and housing re-development. I am not sure if any of the façade was saved. More details to follow
The ROXY stage shows were “iceless” at this point. Robert Rothafel (Roxy’s nephew)was still in charge. What attempts did he make to unstill more life into the showplace? Or was it completely swept away from him by Rock Center near the end of 1959? I am sure Rock Center had no intention of keeping the ROXY going indefinitely. They were just waiting for the right time to close.
This space was quite large and remained so until closing in 1968. The marble “planter” in the center of the floor was moved down the street to the lobby of the Loews State. What happened to this piece after the State was closed in mid 1980s? Anyone know?
This space was basically unchanged when the theater closed during 1970’s. Some of the furniture may have been removed, but otherwise very well preserved.
another repeat photo, look on page 10
The Ice Colorama stage show featured a newly expanded ice stage installation.
Mezzanine seats were reserved and available in advance for this engagement. Was this policy continued?
The ocean liner Queen Mary docked at Pier 90 in New York City, bringing 1,666 war brides and their 668 children on Feb 10th, 1946.
THE YOUNG LIONS was original scheduled at the next attraction, however, instead, The ROXY was retrofitted for Cinemiracle & WINDJAMMER as its next attraction. LIONS eventually opened at the Times Sq. Paramount.
This photo belongs elsewhere. It is not the 1607 Broadway location.
Finally! I was waiting for a similar ad to appear. I always knew this was a reserved seat engagement, but many seemed to think otherwise.
dated December 14, 1959.
this photo already appears here:
http://photos.cinematreasures.org/production/photos/18729/1311910949/small.jpg?1311910949
This image already appears here:
http://cinematreasures.org/theaters/522/photos/156149
Why dont you post your commments there?
This image is already posted on this site, why duplicate?
Tickets were available in advance for the performance of your choice.
I attended one of the early screenings of Fantasia during 1978 at the Music Hall. Ushers had to open up the closed off Mezzanine areas because the crowd became so large.
date please????
This is not the NYC Warner’s Theatre. This photo belongs elsewhere.
Summer 1969
Very nice! Thank you for posting this!
Definitely Rockettes. Originally there were 32, then called Roxeyettes. After Move from ROXY Theatre to Music Hall, the line was increased to 36 because of wider stage. There were never more than 36 performing on stage at one time.Later, after Rothafel’s departure from Music Hall, the line was re-named Rockettes. The additional 10 in photo were used as substitutes as needed.
Something is going on here. The interior of the building appears to be demolished from the inside out to the outer walls. Basically now a shell.
On closer examination this photo was NOT taken on opening day, 1927. The girls, 22 of them, have GF on their costumes, signifying Gaye Foster. The Gaye Foster troupe began appearing at the NY ROXY after the departure of Rothafel during the mid-1930’s. The 32 Roxyettes moved over to Radio City Music Hall with Rothafel in 1932-33. The Roxyettes line was increased to 36 and later re-named Rockettes.
Also, the NYC Hilton Hotel appears to be nearing completion to the left of the Ziegfeld.