I can’t speak for long time advocates of the Paradise, but if somebody came to us (Friends of the Boyd in Philadelphia) and said they’d fund millions for the restoration, but contrary to Opening in 1928 (Boyd Theatre), it will be Boyd Theater, we’d be thrilled!
Any of you harping on this trivial point who didn’t actually fund the restoration of the Paradise? The funds did not come from Loews either (vintage photo posted in Intro.
Ed, as to theater vs US and theatre for the British, no, they did not.
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Theater vs Theatre
When a theater name contains “theatre” or “theater”, use the name provided by the theater in question. Do not deviate from a theater’s official name or listing.
When referring to a theater in the generic sense, always use “theater” â€" unless you are referring to a theater by its name.
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I’ve read too many comments above- and on other theater pages, about the “theater” vs. theatre" spelling. ENOUGH! Please- NO more debates about this trivial point. This movie palace was saved, restored, and reopened! That should be enough.
The official website says Paradise Theater, with no “Utopia” in front.
We certainly would not want them to discontinue their wonderful and free tours because people start griping. Anybody contacting them could take the approach “People are thrilled with the restoration and upkeep and the regular wonderful tours. You might get even more people interested in this great place if you could mention a bit of the entertainment history and maybe even have a display….”
I’ve also taken the tour of the Elgin-Winter Garden in Toronto. Fantastic theater. But, that’s different. The state’s preservation organization saved that theater from demolition, restored it,and still own and operate it- for theater. The Stanley was bought and reused by a church, as their meeting place, not for theater.
That said, as I may have said above, I’d be happier if the Stanley had a theater display and mentioned more on their tour. Still, I’d be thrilled if various movie palaces nationwide still in threat of demolition received new ownsership and TLC by churches no matter if they verbally ignore the history. Too many are still being demolished.
Ziggy, Pueblo Deco wasn’t a term when the theater was built, but has since become a term. Read the theater’s own website which so describes it as Pueblo Deco. The term Art Deco is often used to describe themes of the period.
Hello! You can find their website by google. Their number is 609-822-1836. Feel free to email me (you can find it by clicking on my name) and I can directly copy you in the future if you like, with others.
I’m pretty sure the Philadelphia Fox was in ads as the Fabulous Fox so theater historians can select some other name to characterize ones they view as most special. Philadelphia has a right! (though the theater is gone).
Thanks to Barry Goodkin for sharing his exterior photo of June 23, 1985 during run of “Witness” (filmed in Philadelphia area)during annual Conclave visit to Philadelphia area by Theatre Historical Society of America: View link
are you saying now that your first reliable source was wrong?
How can it be a “recent” photo if the theater is demolished?
Ceasar,
I just googled “metromarket” but it is not a word.
What do you mean “some cinemas often schedule like one showtime” Please link to a website of a cinema doing such with a film in its 1st week of issue.
Are you making this up as you go along starting with the Trump casino?
Define “robbed” since it is an indoor mall with security. I doubt it means armed robbery.
Thanks, Ken, for this great write-up, yet another wonderful asset of this website.
Many thanks are due Ken Roe for the wonderful new Introduction posted yesterday! Previously, there was NO introduction.
I can’t speak for long time advocates of the Paradise, but if somebody came to us (Friends of the Boyd in Philadelphia) and said they’d fund millions for the restoration, but contrary to Opening in 1928 (Boyd Theatre), it will be Boyd Theater, we’d be thrilled!
Any of you harping on this trivial point who didn’t actually fund the restoration of the Paradise? The funds did not come from Loews either (vintage photo posted in Intro.
Ed, as to theater vs US and theatre for the British, no, they did not.
You can find the Guidelines by visiting “Add Theaters”
Theater vs Theatre
When a theater name contains “theatre” or “theater”, use the name provided by the theater in question. Do not deviate from a theater’s official name or listing.
When referring to a theater in the generic sense, always use “theater” â€" unless you are referring to a theater by its name.
For European theaters, as well as those in Australia, the term “cinema” should be used instead of “theater” or “theatre”.
Such a beautiful photo on the Cinema Treasures homepage!
Donald Trump is not going to buy the Franklin Mills and turn it into a casino. The stadium seated AMC movie theater there continues to operate.
I’ve read too many comments above- and on other theater pages, about the “theater” vs. theatre" spelling. ENOUGH! Please- NO more debates about this trivial point. This movie palace was saved, restored, and reopened! That should be enough.
The official website says Paradise Theater, with no “Utopia” in front.
photo of exterior, with broken windows & fence around it:
View link
This bar is in the front portion and mentions the Waverly on their website:
http://www.mcgillicuddys.net/
Trainmaster, see the Center’s page, /theaters/564/
(with its Introduction vastly expanded today)
We certainly would not want them to discontinue their wonderful and free tours because people start griping. Anybody contacting them could take the approach “People are thrilled with the restoration and upkeep and the regular wonderful tours. You might get even more people interested in this great place if you could mention a bit of the entertainment history and maybe even have a display….”
I’ve also taken the tour of the Elgin-Winter Garden in Toronto. Fantastic theater. But, that’s different. The state’s preservation organization saved that theater from demolition, restored it,and still own and operate it- for theater. The Stanley was bought and reused by a church, as their meeting place, not for theater.
That said, as I may have said above, I’d be happier if the Stanley had a theater display and mentioned more on their tour. Still, I’d be thrilled if various movie palaces nationwide still in threat of demolition received new ownsership and TLC by churches no matter if they verbally ignore the history. Too many are still being demolished.
Changes will be up soon, likely today or tomorrow.
is there an Internet link to today’s newspaper article?
Ziggy, Pueblo Deco wasn’t a term when the theater was built, but has since become a term. Read the theater’s own website which so describes it as Pueblo Deco. The term Art Deco is often used to describe themes of the period.
Do you lack access to a telephone? I’ve given all the information I have.
Hello! You can find their website by google. Their number is 609-822-1836. Feel free to email me (you can find it by clicking on my name) and I can directly copy you in the future if you like, with others.
I’ve heard that it is up for sale by realtor Farley and Ferry.
I’m pretty sure the Philadelphia Fox was in ads as the Fabulous Fox so theater historians can select some other name to characterize ones they view as most special. Philadelphia has a right! (though the theater is gone).
I’d add the 16th & Market Street Fox Theatre in Philadelphia to the list. I understand it was also called Fabulous Fox.
Thanks to Barry Goodkin for sharing his exterior photo of June 23, 1985 during run of “Witness” (filmed in Philadelphia area)during annual Conclave visit to Philadelphia area by Theatre Historical Society of America:
View link