Since 2003, Theatre Historical Society of America has offered NEWSFLASH, an email digest of news, to its members. THS is pleased to reintroduce READERBOARD, its next-generation tool for up-to-date news on historic theatres, events, and bulletins about THS.
The Theatre Historical Society of America (www.historictheatres.org) is a non-profit 501(c)3 educational organization, founded in 1969, with a national and international membership of more than 800. It is the foremost organization in the United States dedicated to documenting the architectural, social and cultural history of America’s theatres. Membership is open to organizations and individuals; details available on its website or by calling (630) 782-1800. THS publishes a quarterly journal Marquee, a quarterly Newsletter, and a yearly Annual. THS also operates the American Movie Palace Museum and American Theatre Architecture Archive at its national headquarters in Elmhurst, Illinois. With material on more than 15,000 theatres, primarily in the United States, it is the largest such collection if its kind.
While I had experienced some problems a while back receiving Newsflash, everything has been fine for quite some time. A brief comparison of Newsflash and the “new” Readerboard blog site leaves me cold. I like the “old” Newsflash format.
The new WordPress blog is excellent. It is a big improvement from the Newsflash at Yahoo. We look forward to your transition to this improved format. Congratulations and keep the news coming.
Thanks for the feedback, Wayne & John. Please continue to check this space and poke around Readerboard. I especially like the “Catagories” listings. But, we are open to any and all comments!
Thinking of my youthful afternoons spent at the Roxy Theater in East Nashville, TN, I was interested in Nancy deVille’s article online. I have been unable to access an e-mail for her as the address is incomplete. Jo Ann Slate
The Historic Portage Theater on the northwest side of Chicago is being threatened by the sale of its property to a church. Please take a moment to send your objection to the potentially huge loss to both the cinema and theatre community as well as our neighborhood.
From 45th Ward Alderman Arena’s website:
http://ward45.org/historic-portage-theaters-future-is-threatened/
The loss of this historic icon in the heart of the Six Corners Shopping District would reverse years of planning and development. The Portage Theater is one vital asset that serves the economic engine for our commercial district.
As we prepare to present our case to the Zoning Board of Appeals, I ask that you share your thoughts by emailing ward45@cityofchicago.org or calling 773-286-4545 to offer your support.