LOUB: Great news. I think one of the maintenance men named Al is always there and I’m sure cared for that chandelier like it was “his child” as is the entire theatre to him.
I never visited Mrs. Mascaro and don’t know if she is still alive. I do know that the former theatre location where the Lincoln/Bedell statues stand is undergoing complete commemorative brick work. Though the statues were very well done there is not a time that I enter that intersection that I don’t wish the Grand Theatre were still with us. It’s demise was untimely because I feel if the theatre could have “hung on” a few more years either the historical society or private citizens such as myself would have launched a SAVE THE GRAND campaign! Unfortunately, I was not living in the area during demolition and therefore my efforts now are in vane.
cgcolumbia: Thanks for the update on this theatre. To read about a once backlit stained glass was nice until I read that it has been painted over! It always amazes me what some people think is the right thing to do. I wish you the best of luck and perhaps someone on CT can advise you on how to raise cash to restore this theatre to its “former glory”.
Lost Memory: Interesting to learn that this small town theatre once had an organ! I grew up near this theatre, but never went there as a child though know exactly where it used to be.
Linda and Rox: Thanks so much for this great theatrical update. All of us at CT wish you the best of luck and continued Latonia success! If I can make any of the dates you have mentioned, I will let you know.
Jack Coursey: After reviewing your many posted photos especially of the interior it is a shame that Palm Beach lost this theatre venue that could be used today to showcase singers and stage plays. I realize that the area as the Kravis Center and the Convention Center, but to have a theatre such as this one was still “on the island” would be very special.
A friend of mine in Atlanta recently sent me an article about the Fox and the man who has lived there for many years. Heis known as the “Phantom of the Fox”.
A theatre that closes off the balcony is usually done when it is twinned so I really don’t understand why this theatre would close off or seal off the balcony.
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Cinemaon
Sep 21, 2007 at 5:41 pm
To read “was demolished, with little fanfare….the building was nearly 100 years old” makes me very sad.
This theatre has a great looking marquee though don’t like to read that it has been “twinned” which usually means separating/dividing off the balcony from the main auditorium.
LOUB: I had planned to see this theatre and meet John this summer, but didn’t get there and now this news which is so very sad. He was too young to leave us!
Lost Memory: I would still love to see photos of this theatre! I wonder if any effort is still in place to convert this theatre into a children’s museum?
LOUB: Great news. I think one of the maintenance men named Al is always there and I’m sure cared for that chandelier like it was “his child” as is the entire theatre to him.
Then typed in “Rivoli Theatre in Enid OK” and found the interior/exterior shots. What’s the latest status on this theatre?
Miss Melba Toast: When I typed in the word “Rivoli” an interior theatre in Blackwell came up.
LOUB: Thanks for the site! In the photo I can see a chandelier so wondered what the status is of it now?
WDG: Would love to hear from you again. My email is
I never visited Mrs. Mascaro and don’t know if she is still alive. I do know that the former theatre location where the Lincoln/Bedell statues stand is undergoing complete commemorative brick work. Though the statues were very well done there is not a time that I enter that intersection that I don’t wish the Grand Theatre were still with us. It’s demise was untimely because I feel if the theatre could have “hung on” a few more years either the historical society or private citizens such as myself would have launched a SAVE THE GRAND campaign! Unfortunately, I was not living in the area during demolition and therefore my efforts now are in vane.
I lived in WPB for over 30 years and don’t recall this theatre on Rosemary which is where City Place is now. Any photos, anyone?
cgcolumbia: Thanks for the update on this theatre. To read about a once backlit stained glass was nice until I read that it has been painted over! It always amazes me what some people think is the right thing to do. I wish you the best of luck and perhaps someone on CT can advise you on how to raise cash to restore this theatre to its “former glory”.
Lost Memory: Interesting to learn that this small town theatre once had an organ! I grew up near this theatre, but never went there as a child though know exactly where it used to be.
I have spoken to Doug Swift who developed the City Center Condos and made him aware of CT and our vast interest in old theatres.
What is the current restoration status on this theatre?
The May 1 interior photo is beautiful…too bad Nashville doesn’t have a theatre like this…anymore!
For some reason the joyannwheelerfineart site doesn’t come up when I click on it so perhaps you could look into this matter. Thanks.
Linda and Rox: Thanks so much for this great theatrical update. All of us at CT wish you the best of luck and continued Latonia success! If I can make any of the dates you have mentioned, I will let you know.
Great to see this most recent photo as it shows needed work being done on the marquee!
Jack Coursey: After reviewing your many posted photos especially of the interior it is a shame that Palm Beach lost this theatre venue that could be used today to showcase singers and stage plays. I realize that the area as the Kravis Center and the Convention Center, but to have a theatre such as this one was still “on the island” would be very special.
A friend of mine in Atlanta recently sent me an article about the Fox and the man who has lived there for many years. Heis known as the “Phantom of the Fox”.
So sad that this college town does not have the Paramount Theatre!
A theatre that closes off the balcony is usually done when it is twinned so I really don’t understand why this theatre would close off or seal off the balcony.
To read “was demolished, with little fanfare….the building was nearly 100 years old” makes me very sad.
Thanks Ken for adding this little town theatre that once was.
This theatre has a great looking marquee though don’t like to read that it has been “twinned” which usually means separating/dividing off the balcony from the main auditorium.
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I think it is worth re-posting this article with photo as a memorial to John and his theatre work. Rest in peace, John.
LOUB: I had planned to see this theatre and meet John this summer, but didn’t get there and now this news which is so very sad. He was too young to leave us!
Lost Memory: I would still love to see photos of this theatre! I wonder if any effort is still in place to convert this theatre into a children’s museum?