This history credit the Chattanoogan, a local publication.
Courtesy the Chattanooga has History Facebook page.
In 1948, Eastenn Theaters announced plans for a new 1,250-seat cinema in the 900 block of Market Street. The land would be leased from the State of Georgia. At the time, Eastenn also operated the State (later called Martin) and Tivoli theaters. The new theater would be 60 feet wide, and would extended 200 feet to Broad Street. The main entrance would be on Market, but marquees announcing the current movie would be along both Market and Broad. In a departure from other downtown theaters, the movie house would have no balcony. The Wilby-Kincey Service Co. guided the construction, with Verhey Construction as general contractor, and J. W. Brooks providing the heat/air. Volunteer Neon Sign was in charge of the glowing signage.
Prior to the theater’s opening, it was announced that it would be named for Emmett R. Rogers, city manager for the Eastenn Theaters. Following his education at Chattanooga High School and the Art Institute of Chicago, and a brief stint as a reporter for the Chattanooga Times, Rogers began a career in the theater business in 1918. In 1921, he became the first manager of the Tivoli. He brought several innovations to theaters in the South, including lobby art, uniformed ushers, and pipe organs. In announcing that the theater would be named for Rogers, R. B. Wilby said, “While most of the time his residence has been in Chattanooga, his actual influence upon the industry has been country-wide.” Soon after the announcement of the theater’s name, a large crane arrived to lift its sign, with “ROGERS” in vertical letters, into place.
On March 2, 1951, the doors of the Rogers Theater swung open to welcome its first audience. Lured by newspaper ads that described the Rogers as “The South’s finest, ultra-modern motion picture theater,” customers had formed a line at the box office that wrapped around the block. Ushers handed out programs that included the Rogers’ mission statement: “To serve you is our intent; to please you our delight.” Chamber of Commerce president Alf Law, Mayor Hugh Wasson, and mayoral candidate Luther Masingill presided over the opening ceremony.
1966 photo added courtesy Sarawudh Nilayodhin.
Building pictured is still standing on Charoen King Road & Si Lom Road, on the corner beneath the State Tower at 1055 Si Lom Road.
Google street view will not transfer here, but if you look up the 1055 address, scroll right once there and you will see it on the corner.
This is either the original theatre, or one not listed on CT.
It is a block up at the end of Si Lom Road from the original photo in the Overview.
Two 2019 photos added credit James Kralovich.
The Adams Theatre mocked up for the filming of “The Many Saints of Newark”, 1967 Newark riots scenes.
To be released in 2020.
The previous photo added by LUISMEL in July 2019, is also from the filming. Not a 1967 photo as written.
This is a 2019 photo.
The Adams Theatre mocked up for the filming of “The Many Saints of Newark”, 1967 Newark riots scenes.
To be released in 2020.
See the two photos I just uploaded.
It appears the second story of the building was removed at some point, as it is a one story building today.
Current tenants as of June 2018 Street View were Express Shoes and Cash For Gold.
Capitol Theatre opened November 2nd, 1948.
Full history below.
I have submitted a page for the King George Theatre mentioned below, also built and operated by Joseph Giaschi and sons Andrew & Frank.
The East Drive-In originally opened Aug 29,1941.
I believe the above 1947 BoxOffice description is of a reopening. Closed in 1966.
1978 article added to Photos Section, that mentions addition of in car speakers in 1946.
Also the Aug 29,1941 “Road To Zanzibar” grand opening film ad image which was already posted.
Multiple photos added via Mike Swayze.
It appears the building was completely gutted, including the facade.
Only the vertical sign appears to have been repurposed for the retail spaces.
The horizontal marquee is pictured as having been demolished circa 1998.
So the current one is a replica.
This history credit the Chattanoogan, a local publication. Courtesy the Chattanooga has History Facebook page.
In 1948, Eastenn Theaters announced plans for a new 1,250-seat cinema in the 900 block of Market Street. The land would be leased from the State of Georgia. At the time, Eastenn also operated the State (later called Martin) and Tivoli theaters. The new theater would be 60 feet wide, and would extended 200 feet to Broad Street. The main entrance would be on Market, but marquees announcing the current movie would be along both Market and Broad. In a departure from other downtown theaters, the movie house would have no balcony. The Wilby-Kincey Service Co. guided the construction, with Verhey Construction as general contractor, and J. W. Brooks providing the heat/air. Volunteer Neon Sign was in charge of the glowing signage.
Prior to the theater’s opening, it was announced that it would be named for Emmett R. Rogers, city manager for the Eastenn Theaters. Following his education at Chattanooga High School and the Art Institute of Chicago, and a brief stint as a reporter for the Chattanooga Times, Rogers began a career in the theater business in 1918. In 1921, he became the first manager of the Tivoli. He brought several innovations to theaters in the South, including lobby art, uniformed ushers, and pipe organs. In announcing that the theater would be named for Rogers, R. B. Wilby said, “While most of the time his residence has been in Chattanooga, his actual influence upon the industry has been country-wide.” Soon after the announcement of the theater’s name, a large crane arrived to lift its sign, with “ROGERS” in vertical letters, into place.
On March 2, 1951, the doors of the Rogers Theater swung open to welcome its first audience. Lured by newspaper ads that described the Rogers as “The South’s finest, ultra-modern motion picture theater,” customers had formed a line at the box office that wrapped around the block. Ushers handed out programs that included the Rogers’ mission statement: “To serve you is our intent; to please you our delight.” Chamber of Commerce president Alf Law, Mayor Hugh Wasson, and mayoral candidate Luther Masingill presided over the opening ceremony.
1940 photo added courtesy Bruce Longmore.
1937 photo credit Pittsburgh City Photographer Collection.
1966 photo added courtesy Sarawudh Nilayodhin. Building pictured is still standing on Charoen King Road & Si Lom Road, on the corner beneath the State Tower at 1055 Si Lom Road. Google street view will not transfer here, but if you look up the 1055 address, scroll right once there and you will see it on the corner. This is either the original theatre, or one not listed on CT. It is a block up at the end of Si Lom Road from the original photo in the Overview.
Website for the Sutter Theater, currently in Phase 3 of their restoration.
Video in link.
https://www.suttertheater.org/
Two 2019 photos added credit James Kralovich. The Adams Theatre mocked up for the filming of “The Many Saints of Newark”, 1967 Newark riots scenes. To be released in 2020. The previous photo added by LUISMEL in July 2019, is also from the filming. Not a 1967 photo as written.
This is a 2019 photo. The Adams Theatre mocked up for the filming of “The Many Saints of Newark”, 1967 Newark riots scenes. To be released in 2020. See the two photos I just uploaded.
September 9, 1935 photo added credit and courtesy Wm Shapotkin Collection.
It appears the second story of the building was removed at some point, as it is a one story building today. Current tenants as of June 2018 Street View were Express Shoes and Cash For Gold.
1937 grand opening photo added courtesy Kenneth R. Davis.
Update: “Waiting for the Light to Change”, Times Square, 1988 Photograph by Matt Weber.
Update: Photograph by Jonathan Hertzberg.
Capitol Theatre opened November 2nd, 1948. Full history below. I have submitted a page for the King George Theatre mentioned below, also built and operated by Joseph Giaschi and sons Andrew & Frank.
http://www.capitoltheatrehuntsville.com/about_us
The East Drive-In originally opened Aug 29,1941. I believe the above 1947 BoxOffice description is of a reopening. Closed in 1966. 1978 article added to Photos Section, that mentions addition of in car speakers in 1946. Also the Aug 29,1941 “Road To Zanzibar” grand opening film ad image which was already posted.
Photo via Mike Swayze.
Multiple photos added via Mike Swayze. It appears the building was completely gutted, including the facade. Only the vertical sign appears to have been repurposed for the retail spaces. The horizontal marquee is pictured as having been demolished circa 1998. So the current one is a replica.
1933 map of Harlem after prohibition ended. Library of Congress link. Lafayette right of center at top. Image will enlarge.
https://www.loc.gov/item/2016585261/
Closed in 1967, per the Stearns History Museum in St. Cloud.
Status should be changed to Restoring. Facebook page for the Safford Theatre. Lots of photos including vintage ones.
https://www.facebook.com/SaffordTheatre/?tn=%2CdK-R-R&eid=ARAJn4Yr4tPTJMZuaTkviCGymEI5zgS_dmISM27RyyvdK78HQlQG9H1Ks26grNwn_e5uHOICPBdDHKdo&fref=mentions
Sheboygan Press link with the history of multiple theatres that I will add individually to CT.
https://www.sheboyganpress.com/story/opinion/2018/02/23/sheboygan-county-has-hosted-dozens-theaters-through-years-beth-dippel/359087002/
2018 Sheboygan Throwback article with photos.
https://www.sheboyganpress.com/story/news/local/2018/04/05/throwback-thursday-sheboygan-rex-theater-building/487485002/?fbclid=IwAR2P6CSpqfeELRGaukTf6m6nYsEU9s5JRc-LRwjV-ObgHJ1SjtqAOInWRUw
“Million Dollar Hobo” released November 1977, but license plates appear to be `78.
1965 marquee photo added courtesy Lolly Carvajal Lima.
Multiple images added.
Official website & Facebook page below for LVL UP At the Gaslighter, the current arcade & bistro in the space.
https://www.thelvlup.com/
https://www.facebook.com/LvLUpCampbell