I went to a screening at this theater last night; they were showing “Song of the Islands,” a little musical with Betty Grable and Victor Mature. Before the feature they had a performance on the Wurlitzer, a silent Laurel and Hardy short, and a singalong to several old tunes. It was a fun show.
The interesting thing about this theater is that the workings of the Wurlitzer are all visible behind the console (the small screen was raised during the performance), and they have been edged in fluorescent paint. Black lights make them glow, and you can see the various drumsticks and tambourines and baffles moving while the organist plays.
I went to a screening at this theater last night; they were showing “Song of the Islands,” a little musical with Betty Grable and Victor Mature. Before the feature they had a performance on the Wurlitzer, a silent Laurel and Hardy short, and a singalong to several old tunes. It was a fun show.
The interesting thing about this theater is that the workings of the Wurlitzer are all visible behind the console (the small screen was raised during the performance), and they have been edged in fluorescent paint. Black lights make them glow, and you can see the various drumsticks and tambourines and baffles moving while the organist plays.
p.s. Their popcorn is very good.
I live around the corner from the NuWilshire and yes, the sign still says “Wilshire.”