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October 14, 2004
Bryn Mawr Theater Sold
BRYN MAWR, PA — The Bryn Mawr Film Institute has puchased the Bryn Mawr Theater with the intention of showing first-run independent and foreign films, according to a report in the Philadelphia Inquirer [reg. req.]. It will also provide education programs in filmmaking and cinema analysis for students at local colleges and classes for grade schools.
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October 13, 2004
“70mm In NY” Details The Format’s History In NY
The following was sent in by William Kallay about his research project with Michael Coate that details the history of 70mm screenings in NY from 1955 to 2004:
“Dear Cinema Treasures Readers,
After years of research, Michael Coate and I are proud to announce that ‘70mm In NY’ has been posted on our site, www.fromscripttodvd.com.
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UK 70mm Extravaganza at City Screen York
YORK, ENGLAND — If you are a fan of 70mm then get ready for the biggest festival of 70mm the UK has seen in years. City Screen York will be holding the following screenings in its main stadium seated THX auditorium:
Poltergeist – Sat Oct 30 at 11pm presented in 70mm
Lawrence Of Arabia – Thur Nov 4 at 1pm presented in Super Panavision 70
Edward Scissorhands – Fri Nov 5 at 11pm presented in 70mm
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Help Wanted
BELLINGHAM, WA — The following was sent in by Alice Clark:
“Operational Manager for independent cinema in Bellingham, WA. Must have a minimum of two years 35mm projection and managerial experience. Position is full time with benefits. Pay commensurate with experience. Send resume, cover letter to: Whatcom Film Association, Manager Position, P.O. Box 2521, Bellingham, WA 98227 or
Alice Clark
Whatcom Film Association
Executive Director
P.O. Box 2521
Bellingham, WA 98227
(360)647-1300
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October 12, 2004
Hinsdale Theatre To Be Converted Into Retail, Office Space
HINSDALE, IL — The struggle to save the historic Hinsdale Theatre in the western Chicago suburb of the same name has ended, according to the Chicago Tribune.
The Hinsdale Theatre Foundation, having been unsuccessful in its hard-fought attempt to restore and reopen the theater, has now disbanded and Kim Stephens, who was on the Foundation’s board of directors, said its remaining donated assets will be distributed among several groups in the area that focus on the arts.
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New Poll: Which Theater Is The Most Endangered?
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“Remembering Jazz at the Brooklyn Paramount”
BROOKLYN, NY — The following email was sent in by “Theatre Lectures”:
Cezar Del Valle will be a guest speaker at: “REMEMBERING JAZZ AT THE BROOKLYN PARAMOUNT”
Conference, Concert, Photo Exhibition — Friday October 15th, 2004
email: .edu
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October 11, 2004
Bradford Odeon To Be Demolished
BRADFORD, ENGLAND — The fate of the Bradford Odeon was sealed at a meeting last week when it was stated that demolition was the only viable option for the building, possibly retaining the two corner towers.
The spectacular interior had been butchered beyond recognition in the 1960’s and restoration is not feasible, says a report in Yorkshire Today.
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Beverly Theater Not Going Down Without A Fight
BEVERYLY HILLS, CA — The Los Angeles Conservancy, along with several local preservationists, small business owners, and others are fighting plans to demolish the Beverly Theater, according to this Los Angele Times article,).
Opened in 1925, in recent years the remodeled Beverly Theater housed an Israeli bank. It is scheduled to be demolished and replaced with a 214-room luxury hotel if the effort to save it fails.
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Mann Plaza To Close Thursday, Says Source
LOS ANGELES, CA — “Sad news — I work at the Mann Plaza and as of now, October 14 will be the last day. It is set to be demolished and a shopping center will be built in its place (just what Westwood needs)!
The staff is bummed about this little gem closing. If you haven’t seen a film here yet, please do, or make one last trip to the Plaza to see one last film here. The small but cosy balcony is a must!"