The Castro is closing Feb 4, 2024 for a (scheduled ) SIXTEEN MONTH renovation project.
“APE ultimately got their way, with the SF Board of Supervisors approving their renovation plans in June. And the firm got its final approval in October to expand liquor service to the theater’s second floor.”
details at https://sfist.com/2023/12/11/castro-theatre-to-close-for-16-month-renovation/
From 11/29/23 Philadelphia Inquirer…
https://www.inquirer.com/arts/franklin-institute-imax-permanent-closure-20231129.html
The only domed, large-format film venue in Philadelphia was closed down with the rest of the science center at the start of the pandemic in March 2020. When the institute reopened after a few months, the IMAX theater remained shuttered with its fate unclear.
The space will be mothballed for the foreseeable future and turned into something else, said Franklin Institute president and CEO Larry Dubinski.
To keep the theater going, Dubinski said, would have required “a new projection system, screen, and everything else.” Ultimately, the science center concluded that “this was not the way to invest dollars and move forward right now.”
You have quite an extensive online collection, however I don’t seem to find a source credited from where you got the material. So shouldn’t you just be posting links to your sources as well?
Also Mr Cinerama, curious as to where you got the images/adverts from actually? I don’t see any credit as to where they originally came from. Given your insistance for not copying, aren’t you just copying others work too? Asking for a friend.
Updating the bio, the Wynne is currently open as a senior residence facility. From PennRose.com - “Wynne Senior Residences was designed to replicate much of the architectural heritage of the previously iconic Wynne Theater. The building was historically used as a ballroom, cinema, and later a catering facility. ” The rooftop sign has been recreated.
The photos of what the outside looks like can be seen
https://www.pennrose.com/apartments/pennsylvania/wynne-senior-residences/
This will be the host venue for the 27th San Francisco Silent Film Festival.
Announced dates are April 10-14, 2024 (which gives those traveling a few days before TCMFF 24 if they choose)
A bit more biography information…
This beautiful Beaux Art structure was originally built for the Panama-Pacific International Exposition of 1915. After the world’s fair closed in December, 1915, most of its buildings were demolished but the cherished Bernard Maybeck-designed Palace was preserved. Meant only to last for the duration of the fair, the Palace was completely reconstructed with more stable materials in the late 1960s. And in 1970, the 960-seat Palace of Fine Arts Theatre became part of the complex. We look forward to presenting our live-cinema event in this incredible setting!
This is marked as closed?
Been showing movies on an occasional basis and then with live performances. So technically it is open, no?
One of the last hurdles for renovations to begin at the Castro Theatre was delayed by a Board of Supervisors committee Monday due to a technical amendment involving second-floor nighttime entertainment.
Without a change to the zoning for the main corridor in the city’s LGBTQ neighborhood, the new operators of the venue will not be able to have a bar on the second floor for liquor sales.
Full article - https://www.ebar.com/story.php?ch=bartab&sc=nightlife&id=329088
As part of the redevelopment of Ontario Place, construction activities have started across the site, including repairs to the Cinesphere. To ensure continued public safety, the Cinesphere was closed in the Fall of 2022, and it will remain closed during active construction.
The province is committed to protecting the heritage of the Cinesphere and POD complex and is currently exploring opportunities for their reuse in the redeveloped Ontario Place. Most PODs have been vacant for decades and need extensive interior and exterior renovation. Maintenance and repair work is planned to stabilize and prevent further deterioration of the Cinesphere, PODs and adjacent bridges while the redevelopment project progresses.
An experienced team, Elite Construction, has been retained and commenced repair work in spring 2022, which focused on the exterior of the pods and Cinesphere. An independent cultural heritage expert, Stevens Burgess Architects has also been retained to ensure the work is sensitive and appropriate given that these structures and features are heritage attributes. A natural heritage consultant is also advising the government and construction team on how to ensure that wildlife in these areas are protected and any impacts are lawfully mitigated.
There may be some restrictions to public access around these buildings and structures during the work, which should continue throughout 2022 and 2023, but efforts will be made to minimize disruptions where possible.
Best keep your phone in your pocket during screenings here.
Someone couldn’t live without theirs, and not only did a theatre employee show up, but also with an armed guard.
Now that the Mirvish is primarily a live event venue, they. look to be harkening back to their movie theatre days.
During the performances of “Chicago”, popcorn was being popped fresh and sold in the lobby. Photo uploaded.
Interesting, as according to their site and google maps, the Smart & Final is located at 350 7th Avenue.
Which is not the address listed above. I’ve not been in a Smart. & Final venue, but I highly doubt it takes that much room?
The Castro is closing Feb 4, 2024 for a (scheduled ) SIXTEEN MONTH renovation project.
“APE ultimately got their way, with the SF Board of Supervisors approving their renovation plans in June. And the firm got its final approval in October to expand liquor service to the theater’s second floor.”
details at https://sfist.com/2023/12/11/castro-theatre-to-close-for-16-month-renovation/
Hosted World Premiere of “The Iron Claw” on 12/11/23
and the source material for that site is ?
Please change status to closed.
From 11/29/23 Philadelphia Inquirer… https://www.inquirer.com/arts/franklin-institute-imax-permanent-closure-20231129.html
The only domed, large-format film venue in Philadelphia was closed down with the rest of the science center at the start of the pandemic in March 2020. When the institute reopened after a few months, the IMAX theater remained shuttered with its fate unclear.
The space will be mothballed for the foreseeable future and turned into something else, said Franklin Institute president and CEO Larry Dubinski.
To keep the theater going, Dubinski said, would have required “a new projection system, screen, and everything else.” Ultimately, the science center concluded that “this was not the way to invest dollars and move forward right now.”
You have quite an extensive online collection, however I don’t seem to find a source credited from where you got the material. So shouldn’t you just be posting links to your sources as well?
and what might be the source for that image?
I gotta concur. It’s definately the LA Orpheum.
Also Mr Cinerama, curious as to where you got the images/adverts from actually? I don’t see any credit as to where they originally came from. Given your insistance for not copying, aren’t you just copying others work too? Asking for a friend.
Facebook page not updated since 2021. CinemaClock.com lists theatre as closed, also listing on google maps closed.
I think you’re looking at photos of the screening room?
you’re looking at the photos of the screening room.
157 Bismarck Convention Center ?
Kliph Nesteroff posted some photos on his Instagram of the Egyptian all lit up at night and looking wonderful.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CzSjsjrL8kt98cmGcrHfyVQJKMNjmqj-XcbYYY0/?img_index=1
The “Save Arclight” twitter (X) account is reporting that the Vista will re-open on 11/17/23.
This is also shown on the Vista website. https://www.vistatheaterhollywood.com/
please update accordingly.
Updating the bio, the Wynne is currently open as a senior residence facility. From PennRose.com - “Wynne Senior Residences was designed to replicate much of the architectural heritage of the previously iconic Wynne Theater. The building was historically used as a ballroom, cinema, and later a catering facility. ” The rooftop sign has been recreated. The photos of what the outside looks like can be seen https://www.pennrose.com/apartments/pennsylvania/wynne-senior-residences/
This will be the host venue for the 27th San Francisco Silent Film Festival.
Announced dates are April 10-14, 2024 (which gives those traveling a few days before TCMFF 24 if they choose)
A bit more biography information…
This beautiful Beaux Art structure was originally built for the Panama-Pacific International Exposition of 1915. After the world’s fair closed in December, 1915, most of its buildings were demolished but the cherished Bernard Maybeck-designed Palace was preserved. Meant only to last for the duration of the fair, the Palace was completely reconstructed with more stable materials in the late 1960s. And in 1970, the 960-seat Palace of Fine Arts Theatre became part of the complex. We look forward to presenting our live-cinema event in this incredible setting!
This is marked as closed? Been showing movies on an occasional basis and then with live performances. So technically it is open, no?
One of the last hurdles for renovations to begin at the Castro Theatre was delayed by a Board of Supervisors committee Monday due to a technical amendment involving second-floor nighttime entertainment.
Without a change to the zoning for the main corridor in the city’s LGBTQ neighborhood, the new operators of the venue will not be able to have a bar on the second floor for liquor sales.
Full article - https://www.ebar.com/story.php?ch=bartab&sc=nightlife&id=329088
As part of the redevelopment of Ontario Place, construction activities have started across the site, including repairs to the Cinesphere. To ensure continued public safety, the Cinesphere was closed in the Fall of 2022, and it will remain closed during active construction.
The province is committed to protecting the heritage of the Cinesphere and POD complex and is currently exploring opportunities for their reuse in the redeveloped Ontario Place. Most PODs have been vacant for decades and need extensive interior and exterior renovation. Maintenance and repair work is planned to stabilize and prevent further deterioration of the Cinesphere, PODs and adjacent bridges while the redevelopment project progresses.
An experienced team, Elite Construction, has been retained and commenced repair work in spring 2022, which focused on the exterior of the pods and Cinesphere. An independent cultural heritage expert, Stevens Burgess Architects has also been retained to ensure the work is sensitive and appropriate given that these structures and features are heritage attributes. A natural heritage consultant is also advising the government and construction team on how to ensure that wildlife in these areas are protected and any impacts are lawfully mitigated.
There may be some restrictions to public access around these buildings and structures during the work, which should continue throughout 2022 and 2023, but efforts will be made to minimize disruptions where possible.
Article from Hollywood Reporter…
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/netflix-to-reopen-egyptian-theatre-1235621522/amp/
thanks for sharing your drawings.
Theatre is presently open & screening Halloween/Horror titles.
Schedule of titles here https://vidiotsfoundation.org/ Might count as theatre website…
This link takes you to a graphic that the theatre is permanently closed
https://www.phoenixtheatres.com/theatre-tickets/x02xy-phoenix-theatres-laughlin-stadium-9/
Renovations have begun on the space. Outdoor signwork is gone. Construction crews out daily on Sansom St working.