Thank you. I agree. He is a troubled man. This place is for Cinema Treasures not “axes to grind.” Lord knows we ALL have issues with others. Let’s not use this place to do so.
Again…look at this man’s attempt to smear someone who tried to help a loser like him. Apples and oranges? His information is incorrect about the Wheaton but that is just a smoke screen for this sad little man. We ARE trying for find the photos. That is the end of us trying to do a good deed. A small committee of former staff and campers attempted to put together a memory book for other staff, parents and campers. What kind of pervert makes such accusations on this site? It is inappropriate and if he has an issue let him deal with it away from Cinema Treasures.
This is why OLDER theatres should be used. The glorious experience of walking into an older theatre is exactly what early movie exhibitors (theatre owners) wanted to achieve. No one gets excited by the architecture when walking into the Cinema 32. So the best of technology should marry
Look, the reality is that projecting DVDs and digital projection are coming. I am a former staunch supporter of celluloid but realize now that the studios could care less. As long as they control the product and licenses, they don’t care. Why not line up the small independents to organize and get ready? It is so much easier to pay the royalties to show DVDs than to schlep cannisters of celluloid up and down stairs. Eventually a license can be obtained and download the film to hard drives. Security will be tight but it will come. How many readers on this site have had the unpleasant experience of taking cannisters of heavy film, loading a film, putting it together and for years at a time, FOR A LIVING AND NOT AS A HOBBY? We just showed a new film from a new director at large theatre in the Chicagoland area. It was wildly approved and few people knew that it was “digital” not film. We all know that the screens, lamps and projectors are getting better. This all reminds me of the advent of sound where the debate swirled for years. Then sound was here to stay. Let us look to 25 years from now where all thatres will be digital. We can watch “old movies” forever without burns, tears or rips at museums but does anyone still look at the “flickers” at nickelodeons?
I am in Baker City today presenting a live Murder Mystery at the Geiser Grand Hotel. Naturally I walked over to this historic theatre and, lo and behold a nice man on a ladder was changing the marquee. He is the new manager and is relocating here in the magnificent high desert city. Talk about a dream job! I introduced myself and he let me look inside. The lobby still has vestiages of its 1940s past but the rest of the theatre had been modified to make a comfortable three screen venue. It is good to tour old theatres and I encourage all CT members to visit old theatres and report their findings here.
How many other live theatres are are open in Youngstown? This one looks like it can be saved! The BIG issue is programming. What will go on in it after its open? Live theatre, movies, dance concerts, all of the above and more? Have there been any Arts Assessment studies made…even if they are old? Who holds title to the building today?
We represent, find, finance, and restore all sorts of theatres. Do you want a movie theatre, live theatre, or a hybrid? Call Paul or Mike at Grande Venues, Inc. at (630) 221-0667.
Dear Joey Roy: We have just such a theatre in Wheaton. It holds 150 people. We currently do what you request. It is a complicated formula for use as it is open to thep ublic. Even for private showings one must pay royalties. Call us. Paul @ (630) 221-0667
Hey, Mark. It’s not like we and many others haven’t tried! Here are some concerns: a. The building is in title limbo; the courts and banks must sort out who can have clear title and not become embroiled in litigation from Day One. b. The city wants IMMEDIATE repairs to the exterior so that pieces do not kill people; that costs $500K. c. What the heck will go on INSIDE the theatre after its open; in other words what professionals will we use to create music, theatre, community programs so that the theatre will generate enough cash to keep the place open? d. where will all the customers park? e. Who will work with the Aldemran ansd help apply for the TIF f. Who will apply for historic tax credits? g. What world class architect and engineering firm can do the work and be credible with all parties? h. Who can come up with $2 mil in cash to start out this process? I have answers for all of the issues and questions “a-g.” Call me if you or othere want to help with “h.” Paul Warshauer, (630) 221-0667.
Is anything happening with the theatre thse days?
Thank you. I agree. He is a troubled man. This place is for Cinema Treasures not “axes to grind.” Lord knows we ALL have issues with others. Let’s not use this place to do so.
Again…look at this man’s attempt to smear someone who tried to help a loser like him. Apples and oranges? His information is incorrect about the Wheaton but that is just a smoke screen for this sad little man. We ARE trying for find the photos. That is the end of us trying to do a good deed. A small committee of former staff and campers attempted to put together a memory book for other staff, parents and campers. What kind of pervert makes such accusations on this site? It is inappropriate and if he has an issue let him deal with it away from Cinema Treasures.
This is why OLDER theatres should be used. The glorious experience of walking into an older theatre is exactly what early movie exhibitors (theatre owners) wanted to achieve. No one gets excited by the architecture when walking into the Cinema 32. So the best of technology should marry
Look, the reality is that projecting DVDs and digital projection are coming. I am a former staunch supporter of celluloid but realize now that the studios could care less. As long as they control the product and licenses, they don’t care. Why not line up the small independents to organize and get ready? It is so much easier to pay the royalties to show DVDs than to schlep cannisters of celluloid up and down stairs. Eventually a license can be obtained and download the film to hard drives. Security will be tight but it will come. How many readers on this site have had the unpleasant experience of taking cannisters of heavy film, loading a film, putting it together and for years at a time, FOR A LIVING AND NOT AS A HOBBY? We just showed a new film from a new director at large theatre in the Chicagoland area. It was wildly approved and few people knew that it was “digital” not film. We all know that the screens, lamps and projectors are getting better. This all reminds me of the advent of sound where the debate swirled for years. Then sound was here to stay. Let us look to 25 years from now where all thatres will be digital. We can watch “old movies” forever without burns, tears or rips at museums but does anyone still look at the “flickers” at nickelodeons?
I am in Baker City today presenting a live Murder Mystery at the Geiser Grand Hotel. Naturally I walked over to this historic theatre and, lo and behold a nice man on a ladder was changing the marquee. He is the new manager and is relocating here in the magnificent high desert city. Talk about a dream job! I introduced myself and he let me look inside. The lobby still has vestiages of its 1940s past but the rest of the theatre had been modified to make a comfortable three screen venue. It is good to tour old theatres and I encourage all CT members to visit old theatres and report their findings here.
Finally a great idea in the right town. Does Bob plan to do some programs for youth? Besides the obvious benefits, additional grants can be obtained.
Is it still standing?
How many other live theatres are are open in Youngstown? This one looks like it can be saved! The BIG issue is programming. What will go on in it after its open? Live theatre, movies, dance concerts, all of the above and more? Have there been any Arts Assessment studies made…even if they are old? Who holds title to the building today?
Mr. Klein is delsusional. He loaned photos to a camp reunion group. They lost them not me. Thsi does not belong on CT anyway.
Does anyone know who onws the theatre now?
Anyone know who to contact in Tomahawk? Great town. Lots of summer action BUT can a theatre stay open in winter?
any idea who owns the theatre? Who do we contact?
So is there nothing going on in that small gem of a theatre?
Call me…
The Onion article is PERFECT! Send that article to all who oppose progress in the arts…wait…the problem is will they get it?
We represent, find, finance, and restore all sorts of theatres. Do you want a movie theatre, live theatre, or a hybrid? Call Paul or Mike at Grande Venues, Inc. at (630) 221-0667.
Yes. We will run it again in June… www.wheatongrand.net
Programming for thirty million? My jaw is still dropped! Has the condo deal been approved by the city or county? Who actually owns the theatre?
Dear Joey Roy: We have just such a theatre in Wheaton. It holds 150 people. We currently do what you request. It is a complicated formula for use as it is open to thep ublic. Even for private showings one must pay royalties. Call us. Paul @ (630) 221-0667
It’t crazy! 30 million? Come on. This theatre could be saved WITH the proper programming… call us! We did it: Wheaton Grand Theatre, (630) 221-0667.
I am so unhappy. Originally they were coming to Wheaton Grand Theatre in Illinois.
Great photos. Any news on the progress of the Parkway?
Hey, Mark. It’s not like we and many others haven’t tried! Here are some concerns: a. The building is in title limbo; the courts and banks must sort out who can have clear title and not become embroiled in litigation from Day One. b. The city wants IMMEDIATE repairs to the exterior so that pieces do not kill people; that costs $500K. c. What the heck will go on INSIDE the theatre after its open; in other words what professionals will we use to create music, theatre, community programs so that the theatre will generate enough cash to keep the place open? d. where will all the customers park? e. Who will work with the Aldemran ansd help apply for the TIF f. Who will apply for historic tax credits? g. What world class architect and engineering firm can do the work and be credible with all parties? h. Who can come up with $2 mil in cash to start out this process? I have answers for all of the issues and questions “a-g.” Call me if you or othere want to help with “h.” Paul Warshauer, (630) 221-0667.
Of course. D Cinemas in the three major cities. Very expensive.