He earlier wrote online he didn’t attend the rally. As to my “refusal” my lack of “bravery”, his ability to invest, etc etc. other cinema bloggers can evaluate all that for what it is worth. Aint it great that he functions as a back seat driver on this theater & so many others?
The above poster (Theaterbuff1) did not join our May 22 Rally at the Boyd, has never attended our events, has not donated to our cause, and in no way is part of the Friends of the Boyd organization of hundreds of volunteers who have dedicated their efforts to ensuring that the Boyd Theatre survive, be restored to its 1928 Art Deco grandeur, and reopen as a public venue for entertainment. Americans have a First Amendment right of free speech, and he has chosen to excercise it on this website, but he does not speak for Friends of the Boyd, Inc.
Friends of the Boyd are very appreciative of Mayor Nutter’s support.
We need the support of the City, the Commonwealth, and major donors, and the cooperation of Boyd owner Live Nation, to ensure the Boyd survives, is restored and reopened for entertainment.
Friends of the Boyd are very appreciative of Mayor Nutter’s support.
We need the support of the City, the Commonwealth, and major donors, and the cooperation of Boyd owner Live Nation, to ensure the Boyd survives, is restored and reopened for entertainment.
My May 2008 photo, with Ken Roe comment as to former cinema next door which is pictured in the photo View link
Ken’s comment:
The building next door, now occupied by the Metro shop at #280 Ceintuurbaan, was originally the Ceintuurbioscoop. It opened on 3rd February 1913 and had seating for 154. Closed when the new Ceintuur Cinema opened next door, it became a cafe and lunchroom.
My photo of a different detail on the theater that depicted in Ken’s photo above: View link
Enjoyed “Iron Man” in the huge historic auditorium, and also the classic Dutch film “Fanfare”
My May 2008 photos:
Exterior of historic Tuschinski & former Noggerath cinema (now another entry): View link
Ex-Noggerath cinema, now another entry/exit for Tuschinski: View link
Also, 4hope, who are you? where are you? Not Philadelphia? What is your interest? Why are you requesting breakdowns of costs such as heat & HVAC? All other former movie palaces restored & reopened have such, and deal with such.
There are bidders who wish to preserve the Boyd. So far as we know, the City is not bidding on the property. The Inquirer article copied above makes it clear that the owner Live Nation seeks to not have other “music” companies at the Boyd. Legit theater, film, and other uses would not be prohibited. On the homepage is the National Trust designation including photos.
Friends of the Boyd www.FriendsOfTheBoyd.org, which I lead, are working to ensure the survival of the historic Boyd Theatre. The homepage has news articles linked.
Chris, it has been awhile since I’ve been to the restored El Capitan (different than the covered up decor of the theater then called Paramount) but the screen was anything but tiny or shoeboxy. Can you please estimate how many feet wide you perceive the screen is, for a scope film?
In my opinion, “tiny” is less than 20 feet wide, “medium” starts at 25 feet, “large” at 30 or 35 feet, “huge” at 50 feet, and “enormous” at 60 feet.
Strip screen removed during renovations which resulted in “Vertigo” opening the theater when they were done? For contrast, why does it matter if strip screen or the current screen?
On 11-4-01, I saw “2001” at the Uptown (DC) in a 70mm reissue, in 6 track? there was sound from the back of the auditorium. Sound had been digitally restored & remastered. The manager told me the sound was on the magnetic tape of the film. The print was perfect. The AFI is a wonderful movie theater, but the experience of seeing “2001” on the huge, curved Uptown screen could not be topped!
Thanks to KenRoe for the wonderful new Intro. Glad to see this excellent moviehouse continues to show movies, too! Very large movie screens, top notch projection & sound, nice atmosphere, major movies….
photos (not mine) of the wonderful Rotunda LOBBY of the historic Senator Theatre:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/eskimodane/248690139/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/patgavin/2460344513/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/maliavale/336513921/
and here http://www.cinematour.com/tour/us/3377.html
He earlier wrote online he didn’t attend the rally. As to my “refusal” my lack of “bravery”, his ability to invest, etc etc. other cinema bloggers can evaluate all that for what it is worth. Aint it great that he functions as a back seat driver on this theater & so many others?
The above poster (Theaterbuff1) did not join our May 22 Rally at the Boyd, has never attended our events, has not donated to our cause, and in no way is part of the Friends of the Boyd organization of hundreds of volunteers who have dedicated their efforts to ensuring that the Boyd Theatre survive, be restored to its 1928 Art Deco grandeur, and reopen as a public venue for entertainment. Americans have a First Amendment right of free speech, and he has chosen to excercise it on this website, but he does not speak for Friends of the Boyd, Inc.
Thanks Ross for adding this news page story.
Friends of the Boyd are very appreciative of Mayor Nutter’s support.
We need the support of the City, the Commonwealth, and major donors, and the cooperation of Boyd owner Live Nation, to ensure the Boyd survives, is restored and reopened for entertainment.
Thanks Ross for adding this news page story.
Friends of the Boyd are very appreciative of Mayor Nutter’s support.
We need the support of the City, the Commonwealth, and major donors, and the cooperation of Boyd owner Live Nation, to ensure the Boyd survives, is restored and reopened for entertainment.
here’s my May 2008 photo, but that 1st photo that I linked above, without the leaves from the trees, is better:
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My May 2008 photo of the Rialto:
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My May 2008 photo, with Ken Roe comment as to former cinema next door which is pictured in the photo
View link
Ken’s comment:
The building next door, now occupied by the Metro shop at #280 Ceintuurbaan, was originally the Ceintuurbioscoop. It opened on 3rd February 1913 and had seating for 154. Closed when the new Ceintuur Cinema opened next door, it became a cafe and lunchroom.
My photo of a different detail on the theater that depicted in Ken’s photo above:
View link
My May 2008 close up of the entry:
View link
My photo of entire building:
View link
My May 2008 photos:
Exterior of historic Tuschinski & former Noggerath cinema:
View link
Ex-Noggerath cinema, now another entry/exit for Tuschinski:
View link
Enjoyed “Iron Man” in the huge historic auditorium, and also the classic Dutch film “Fanfare”
My May 2008 photos:
Exterior of historic Tuschinski & former Noggerath cinema (now another entry):
View link
Ex-Noggerath cinema, now another entry/exit for Tuschinski:
View link
STAINED GLASS:
View link
A “BUTTERFLY GIRL” mural, looking Art Nouveau:
View link
Mural in JAPANESE room:
View link
Another colorful mural:
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My flickr set including October 2005 photos:
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Thanks Ross for all your support! Friends of the Boyd hope all fans of historic movie palaces will take those advocacy steps in the link above.
Howard B. Haas
(volunteer) President, Friends of the Boyd, Inc.
I sit in the balcony, have for many movies now, never missed a word of dialogue. Sound is great, in my opinion, in the Paris.
link to 5 minute History Channel video on 2008 list of America’s Eleven Most Endangered Historic Places, including the Boyd Theatre.
Link:
View link
Also, 4hope, who are you? where are you? Not Philadelphia? What is your interest? Why are you requesting breakdowns of costs such as heat & HVAC? All other former movie palaces restored & reopened have such, and deal with such.
There are bidders who wish to preserve the Boyd. So far as we know, the City is not bidding on the property. The Inquirer article copied above makes it clear that the owner Live Nation seeks to not have other “music” companies at the Boyd. Legit theater, film, and other uses would not be prohibited. On the homepage is the National Trust designation including photos.
That link isn’t working. Here:
http://www.friendsoftheboyd.org/
Friends of the Boyd www.FriendsOfTheBoyd.org, which I lead, are working to ensure the survival of the historic Boyd Theatre. The homepage has news articles linked.
Friends of the Boyd www.FriendsOfTheBoyd.org appreciate the coverage and support of Cinema Treasures for our cause! Thank you.
Chris, it has been awhile since I’ve been to the restored El Capitan (different than the covered up decor of the theater then called Paramount) but the screen was anything but tiny or shoeboxy. Can you please estimate how many feet wide you perceive the screen is, for a scope film?
In my opinion, “tiny” is less than 20 feet wide, “medium” starts at 25 feet, “large” at 30 or 35 feet, “huge” at 50 feet, and “enormous” at 60 feet.
Strip screen removed during renovations which resulted in “Vertigo” opening the theater when they were done? For contrast, why does it matter if strip screen or the current screen?
On 11-4-01, I saw “2001” at the Uptown (DC) in a 70mm reissue, in 6 track? there was sound from the back of the auditorium. Sound had been digitally restored & remastered. The manager told me the sound was on the magnetic tape of the film. The print was perfect. The AFI is a wonderful movie theater, but the experience of seeing “2001” on the huge, curved Uptown screen could not be topped!
Thanks to KenRoe for the wonderful new Intro. Glad to see this excellent moviehouse continues to show movies, too! Very large movie screens, top notch projection & sound, nice atmosphere, major movies….
Beautiful photo of auditorium in this article:
View link
If a relative of mine passed away, I’d hate to see such comments blogged anywhere on the Internet!
Anybody who wants to see the theater reopened is free to directly lobby government authorities to see if they can make an offer.
Blogging about someone’s loss of her husband….once the news was posted, really seems cruel.