It appears the demolition is likely to come soon. Construction fencing went up around the property this week. All outlots and parking lots are cleared.
Google Streetview shows this theatre has been converted to a restaurant called Backaracks. There are still poster boxes remaining on the front from its theatre days. Current use should be restaurant.
One of the photos posted here shows what appears to be a school or community orchestra performing on the stage in front of the screen. The website(in Italian)shows contemporary movies scheduled.
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This has reopened and is now called the Little Lorraine. There is a page for it on the Lorraine Theatre website
Current function should be Church.
Current Streetview shows this theatre has been repurposed as an AutoZone car parts store. The cupola with its weather vane is all that remains.
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I saw training films in this theatre in 1963 as a draftee in basic training. Typical Army post movie theatre and auditorium.
Silent films are shown here occasionally with live organ accompaniment. Function should include films and film festivals.
Streetview from 2008 shows a Goodwill at that address.
It appears the demolition is likely to come soon. Construction fencing went up around the property this week. All outlots and parking lots are cleared.
Status should be Closed/renovating. More information here Google Streetview of July 2023 shows the exterior restored and in good shape.
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Google Streetview shows this theatre has been converted to a restaurant called Backaracks. There are still poster boxes remaining on the front from its theatre days. Current use should be restaurant.
With all-reserved seating in recliners the capacity is now 77 according the the chart on the theatre’s website.
Despite surviving a flood, the next big threat is that the theatre and adjacent property are for sale. Story here
Website here
Matching grant available through the state of Michigan. Mentioned on website. More info here
New owner of the theatre has big plans
As of June 2021 Streetview, the status should be demolished and function:Housing
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New fund raising campaign started for renovations. Campaign
Story here
One of the photos posted here shows what appears to be a school or community orchestra performing on the stage in front of the screen. The website(in Italian)shows contemporary movies scheduled.
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