Comments from MarkW

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MarkW commented about Marboro Theatre To Be DEMOLISHED In May 2005! on Sep 13, 2004 at 8:51 pm

The newspaper was the Bay News.

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MarkW commented about Loew's Valencia Theatre on Sep 12, 2004 at 7:13 pm

1977-8

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MarkW commented about Shore Theatre on Sep 4, 2004 at 6:17 pm

The owner was in there for 3 hours yesterday with structural engineers. Something is brewing… I was in the theatre about a month ago. While it needs TONS of work, It can be restored. I will try to post the pics I took in there.

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MarkW commented about Ridgewood Theatre on Sep 4, 2004 at 6:13 pm

Did the Ridgewood close??? In the paper today in the movie listings The Ridgewood had “Call theatre for schedule”.

The Flatbush Pavilion, Kingsway, Marboro, etc. all had that listed when they closed. Hope this is not the case.

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MarkW commented about St. George Theatre on Aug 30, 2004 at 2:44 pm

What would the criteria be for having a movie night? I was thinking a double feature with all proceeds going to the theatre (Minus the cost of renting the films)

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MarkW commented about Marboro Theatre on Aug 24, 2004 at 7:40 pm

I doubt it will be any more then 8 screens…

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MarkW commented about Marboro Theatre on Aug 20, 2004 at 11:57 am

Well, It’s official. The Marboro will be torn down in May so the new multiplex can be built.

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MarkW commented about Marboro Theatre on Aug 12, 2004 at 2:30 pm

Just stopped by the Marboro. Early this morning, The entrance was sealed with 4x8 sheets of plywood. Unless it is removed, There is now no way in (Including for the owners as all other doors are locked from inside) Let’s see how long this lasts.

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MarkW on Aug 11, 2004 at 7:10 pm

THIS IS A DOUBLE LISTING. Same as the “Highway Theatre”

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MarkW commented about Marboro Theatre on Aug 10, 2004 at 6:54 pm

Well they acted on my call. I just passed by and found the marquee all lit up. The door had been boarded shut, well at least for a few hours……….. And has since been pried right back open. The saga continues. I guess they thought that the lights being on will stop any more breakins. It seems that they were wrong. It was nice seeing the lights on again. I will post any updates.

-Mark

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MarkW commented about Marboro Theatre on Aug 9, 2004 at 8:52 pm

Passed by tonight and found the doors wide open and people coming out. I don’t want to think of what they were doing in there. I called 311 and was put through to the Buildings dept. They said there are several complaints and that Regal will be getting a call and the theatre a visit from an inspector.

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MarkW commented about Marboro Theatre on Aug 6, 2004 at 8:33 pm

Regal should realize that they could be in big trouble if somebody gets hurt in there. (Door was wide open for days until a local resident locked it with a chain and padlock) Whatever they plan to do, I hope they do it soon. The entire block is becoming an eyesore.

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MarkW commented about Loew's 46th Street Theatre on Aug 6, 2004 at 8:30 pm

I have not gone back. I plan to sometime soon. I was, however in another closed Brooklyn theatre recently and got shots. Those will be posted soon.

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MarkW commented about Canarsie Theater on Aug 6, 2004 at 8:27 pm

As of yesterday, It was being gutted for it’s new life as a catering/wedding hall.

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MarkW commented about Loew's Jersey Theatre on Jul 22, 2004 at 5:30 pm

Any news on the lease?

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MarkW commented about Ridgewood Theatre on Jul 2, 2004 at 8:21 pm

Hey now… This isn’t a dating service ;–)

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MarkW commented about Marboro Theatre on Jun 30, 2004 at 5:55 pm

I believe the architect was Charles W. Sandblom. Can anybody confirm this?

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MarkW commented about Loew's Oriental Theatre on Jun 30, 2004 at 5:29 am

Bathrooms are still upstairs but everything is new construction. I have a funny feeling that the balcony still exists. I am trying to confirm this.

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MarkW commented about Marboro Theatre on Jun 24, 2004 at 4:04 pm

One more thing. The pics were taken in Sept-Oct 2003.

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MarkW commented about Marboro Theatre on Jun 24, 2004 at 4:03 pm

I am the MW who took some of those pics. I have many more and will have them up on that page soon.

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MarkW commented about Rio Piedras Theatre on Jun 15, 2004 at 9:52 pm

This theatre should be relisted:

It was the Loew’s Broadway for most of it’s life.
It was demolished in mid to late 1998.

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MarkW commented about Avalon Theatre on Jun 6, 2004 at 8:12 am

Listing should be changed to: Loew’s Avalon

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MarkW commented about Rio Piedras Theatre on Jun 5, 2004 at 10:39 pm

Should be listed as Loew’s Broadway

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MarkW commented about Shore Theatre on Jun 3, 2004 at 4:06 pm

To clear some things up in the listing

Loew’s Coney Island renamed Brandt’s Shore in the late 60’s for it’s last few years.

Status: Closed Architect: Reilly & Hall Chain: Loew’s

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MarkW commented about Loew's 46th Street Theatre on May 31, 2004 at 8:58 pm

Listing should read Loew’s 46th Street as this was the Universal for less then a year.