Vintage movie theater

Centre theater neon signage. A vintage movie marquee from an old folder of photos I came across. Don't know who took the pictures or remember where they came from, but they sure look nice.

AKA "the Riv" • opened with advertised capacity of 2,600 • French Renaissance design by brothers C.W. (1861-1927) and George L. (1878-1949) Rapp -- Rapp and Rapp, Chicago • managed by Balaban and Katz • building included 8 retail storefronts and 36 "bachelor apartments" • featured live music acts with movies • catering to women, had nursing station & children's playroom • converted to nightclub, 1986, now a live concert venue Jazz Age Chicago • Cinema Treasures • Uptown Historic District…

Their numbers may have dwindled, but some of Virginia’s classic drive-in theaters have answered the digital drumbeat and are making a stand against the mighty multiplex.

Step into this elegantly designed home cinema room featuring lush red velvet seats, vintage film posters, and ornate lantern-style lighting fixtures. The dim lighting and classic black-and-white film screening create an intimate viewing experience for movie enthusiasts. Perfect for a cozy night in!

Here are a few scenes from various General Cinema theatres from 1976 through 1980. If you grew up going to any of their theatres durin...

The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956) | Tags: movie theater, premiere, James Stewart, Doris Day