Comments from LouB

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LouB commented about Spotlight Theater of Warsaw on Feb 26, 2008 at 11:42 am

Will the theatre be known as the WNY Performance Center?

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LouB commented about North Park Theatre on Feb 24, 2008 at 8:33 am

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I was sad to read that Ike Erlichman who booked films for the North Park along with the other Dipson theatres has died.

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LouB commented about Summit Park Mall Cinema I & II on Feb 19, 2008 at 9:22 am

I was in the mall on Sunday and you’re right,it is a ghost town. The lobby of the twin is used for retail space.
Across the road the sign for the Summit 6 is still in view although most of the letters, thanking patrons for 15 years of patronage,have fallen down.
I have some friends who were projectionists at the theatres and they remember those days well.

LouB
LouB commented about Palace Theatre on Feb 18, 2008 at 8:46 am

I recently saw the movie National Treasure:Book of Secrets here. Seeing this film on the Palace’s big screen with its elegant surroundings certainly made this special.

LouB
LouB commented about Riviera Theatre on Feb 14, 2008 at 9:54 am

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As you can see by the above article renovations continue at the Riv!

LouB
LouB commented about Riviera Theatre on Feb 11, 2008 at 9:37 am

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The above article deals with the Wurlitzer organ at the Riviera.

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LouB commented about Allendale Theater on Feb 9, 2008 at 3:21 pm

This theatre was used in the movie,The Natural.

LouB
LouB commented about Riviera Theatre on Jan 11, 2008 at 10:20 pm

Correction-renovation not renevation.

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LouB commented about Riviera Theatre on Jan 11, 2008 at 10:19 pm

http://www.rivieratheater.org/

The above site shows renevation currently taking place.

LouB
LouB commented about Shea's Performing Arts Center on Jan 6, 2008 at 9:32 pm

For everyone who enjoys movies at Sheas, their website shows a screening of the 1922 silent film,Robin Hood on Jan.13th at 2PM.

LouB
LouB commented about Palace Theatre on Dec 24, 2007 at 9:38 pm

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In the article above the author talks about seeing a movie on the big screen and how it differs from viewing it on TV. I couldn’t agree more.

I’m glad the Palace didn’t abandon showing films when they added live entertainment to the venue.

LouB
LouB commented about Showplace Theatre on Dec 21, 2007 at 12:10 pm

http://www.pbase.com/kjosker/image/39115642

This site shows the theatre as it looks today.

LouB
LouB commented about Showplace Theatre on Dec 21, 2007 at 12:08 pm

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The above site shows the Showplace when it was used for movies.

LouB
LouB commented about Capitol Theatre on Dec 5, 2007 at 2:09 pm

Patsy:It doesn’t look that way. Renovation has stopped since Mr. McNab’s passing.

LouB
LouB commented about Capitol Theatre on Dec 5, 2007 at 11:28 am

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The above website deals with the opening of the Capitol in 1926.

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LouB commented about Le Roy Theatre on Nov 30, 2007 at 9:20 pm

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According to the above website this theatre had tried comedy and live theatre.

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LouB commented about Riviera Theatre on Oct 19, 2007 at 3:55 pm

I was in North Tonawanda today and found the “Riv” to be in tip-top shape.
I also stopped at the local library where I had the opportunity to look through Mr.Basil’s book which I was very impressed with. When it goes on sale I plan on getting a copy for my home library.

LouB
LouB commented about Riviera Theatre on Oct 7, 2007 at 7:40 pm

Patsy:From what I’ve read its back in place. I hope to get there soon and see it.

LouB
LouB commented about Riviera Theatre on Oct 7, 2007 at 5:18 pm

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This site shows the interior of the theatre

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LouB commented about Riviera Theatre on Oct 7, 2007 at 5:13 pm

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The above web site is a virtual tour of the Riviera.

LouB
LouB commented about Center Theatre on Oct 6, 2007 at 9:09 pm

When the Center became a triplex,each theater had a name. There was the Center, Backstage,and Penthouse.

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LouB commented about Shea's Kensington Theater on Sep 26, 2007 at 9:16 pm

If I’m not mistaken, this theater was destroyed by an explosion in the early 80’s.

I believe it was once part of the Dipson-Basil chain. When they pulled out it became the Oscar Micheaux Theater and featured black films.

LouB
LouB commented about The Colonial Theater By 'Jack's Kid' Dennis O'Rear on Sep 19, 2007 at 5:15 pm

What a great article!

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LouB commented about Capitol Theatre on Sep 19, 2007 at 11:27 am

Council Chairman Robert Anderson Jr. opened the business meeting in recognition of planning board member John McNab, who passed away Wednesday morning at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. McNab also served on the city’s tourism advisory board and was active in other city issues.

The above article appeared in the Niagara Gazette and refers to a recent City Council meeting.

LouB
LouB commented about Capitol Theatre on Sep 15, 2007 at 12:09 pm

Patsy:I’m not sure what will happen. Renovating this theater is quite an undertaking.John McNab wiil be missed!