Whoopee Ti Yi Yo London

The Film Index, April 1, 1911:

“That the English photoplay lovers are particularly fond of the wild-west drama is illustrated in the acompanying photograph of the extensive advertising by the Empire Theater, a large photoplayhouse in  London, of the Essanay Western drama, ‘The Girl on Triple X.’

“‘The Indian Head’ films in London are always favorites with the English audiences, for the remarkable beauty of the scenery and the excellence of stories, acting and photography.

“Mr. Harry Spoor, the London Agent for the Essanay Productions, has been unusually successful in the English market and particularly so with the Essanay Company’s Western product.” “

The Girl on Triple X

 

Cezar Del Valle is the author of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, a three-volume history of borough theatres.

Since 1997 theatre historian,  Cezar Del Valle, has conducted a popular series of  theatre talks and walks, available for  historical societies, libraries, senior centers, etc.

The first two chosen 2010 OUTSTANDING BOOK OF THE YEAR by the Theatre Historical Society. Final volume published in September 2014.

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Two Cities at the Pickwick

The Film Index, April 1, 1911:

“Capacity houses with waiting crowds outside marked the five-days run of the ‘Tale of Two Cities’ at the Pickwick, which by the way may be called the pioneer of modern moving picture theatres in Washington [D.C.]. It was here that the ‘Passion Play’ was made famous and had the largest consecutive run anywhere.”

Tale of Two Cities

Pickwick Theatre

 

Cezar Del Valle is the author of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, a three-volume history of borough theatres.

Since 1997 theatre historian,  Cezar Del Valle, has conducted a popular series of  theatre talks and walks, available for  historical societies, libraries, senior centers, etc.

The first two chosen 2010 OUTSTANDING BOOK OF THE YEAR by the Theatre Historical Society. Final volume published in September 2014.

Currently seeking funding for “Editing & Formatting” the first three volumes of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, 3rd Edition

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Montgomery Theatre, Atlanta, GA.

Moving Picture World, September 23, 1911:

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Entrance to Montgomery Theater, Atlanta, Ga.”

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“View of Interior of Montgomery Theater, Atlanta, Ga., taken from the balcony, showing sheet, pipe organ and orchestra enclosure, and singer’s balcony on right of sheet.”

“The Montgomery is on Peachtree Street, just above Auburn Avenue, splendidly located for the purpose, and is now doing the record business for pictures in that city.”

“Since achieving success in this venture, Mr. Montgomery has moved upon Augusta and other cities of the South, and more triumphs will be recorded as he progresses.”

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“View of interior of Montgomery Theater, Atlanta, Ga., taken from the singer’s balcony showing gallery arrangements.”

Del Valle is the author of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, a three-volume history of borough theatres.

Since 1997 theatre historian,  Cezar Del Valle, has conducted a popular series of  theatre talks and walks, available for  historical societies, libraries, senior centers, etc.

The first two chosen 2010 OUTSTANDING BOOK OF THE YEAR by the Theatre Historical Society. Final volume published in September 2014.

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Children’s Matinee at the Favorite

The Film Index, March 12, 1910:

Favorite Theatre, St. Louis, Missouri 

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“Photograph taken just before the matinee performance on Sunday afternoon, January 23, 1910, and illustrates the popularity of this house with the young folks.”

“The proprietor, Mr. John Rabenau, has given special attention to the subject of entertaining the children at his theatre and appearances prove that he has succeeded. The house is located at 2701 Cherokee street.”

Historical Marker

Since 1997 theatre historian,  Cezar Del Valle, has conducted a popular series of  theatre talks and walks, available for  historical societies, libraries, senior centers, etc.

Del Valle is the author of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, a three-volume history of borough theatres.

The first two chosen 2010 OUTSTANDING BOOK OF THE YEAR by the Theatre Historical Society. Final volume published in September 2014.

Currently seeking funding for “Editing & Formatting” the first three volumes of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, 3rd Edition

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Children’s Matinee at Windle’s

Film Index, May 21, 1910:

“John Windle’s Variety Theatre, Pittsburg, PA.”

“View taken on the occasion of a regular Children’s Matinee. This popular house is the first that was built on the Northside and does a phenomenal business. Its seating capacity is 500 and a 5c. and 10c. admission is charged.”

The Patient from Punkville, Pathe Freres, 1909

Adonis is Robbed of  His Clothes, Pathe Freres, 1909

The Way of the World, D. W. Griffith, Biograph, 1910

 

Since 1997 theatre historian,  Cezar Del Valle, has conducted a popular series of  theatre talks and walks, available for  historical societies, libraries, senior centers, etc.

Del Valle is the author of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, a three-volume history of borough theatres.

The first two chosen 2010 OUTSTANDING BOOK OF THE YEAR by the Theatre Historical Society. Final volume published in September 2014.

Currently seeking funding for “Editing & Formatting” the first three volumes of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, 3rd Edition

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Roosevelt Hunting Big Game in Kansas

The Film Index, June 25, 1910:

Novelty Theatre, Winfield, Kansas
“C. E. Heimple, proprietor and manager; Jack Benson, assistant manager.
View of lobby showing display for ‘Roosevelt’ pictures.”

 

Roosevelt in Africa

Since 1997 theatre historian,  Cezar Del Valle, has conducted a popular series of  theatre talks and walks, available for  historical societies, libraries, senior centers, etc.

Del Valle is the author of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, a three-volume history of borough theatres.

The first two chosen 2010 OUTSTANDING BOOK OF THE YEAR by the Theatre Historical Society. Final volume published in September 2014.

Currently seeking funding for “Editing & Formatting” the first three volumes of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, 3rd Edition

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Theato, Chattanooga

The Film Index, May 21, 1910:

“Theato, Chattanooga, Tenn.–Howel Graham, Manager”

“This high-class picture theatre has been running under its present management for the past four years.

“It is peculiar on account of the location of the operating booth, which is swung from the ceiling, in the centre of the building, dropping down four feet and extending six feet into the floor above. An air shaft twenty-four inches in diameter runs from the booth to the roof, giving ample ventilation and carrying out the smoke and fumes in the event of fire and prevent it communicating with the auditorium.

“To meet the unusual angle of projection the sheet is hung on an easel-like frame, which is tilted so that the image is not distorted.  Two projecting machines and two operators are employed, giving a continuous picture.

“No vaudeville has ever been giving at the theatre.”

 

 

Since 1997 theatre historian,  Cezar Del Valle, has conducted a popular series of  theatre talks and walks, available for  historical societies, libraries, senior centers, etc.

Del Valle is the author of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, a three-volume history of borough theatres.

The first two chosen 2010 OUTSTANDING BOOK OF THE YEAR by the Theatre Historical Society. Final volume published in September 2014.

Currently seeking funding for “Editing & Formatting” the first three volumes of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, 3rd Edition

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Little Mary at the Plaza

The Moving Picture News, August 12, 1911:

“The Plaza Theatre, Washington, D. C., under the management of Tom Moore, who stands on the right and next to him his ‘little wife.’

“Tom Moore, Sr. is on the extreme left, while the others in the line are employees of the Moore Amusement Company at the Plaza, where the offices of this company are now located. The Plaza is one of the latest entries into the Independent field.”

From an earlier Dream

 

Marion Leonard

 

Since 1997 theatre historian,  Cezar Del Valle, has conducted a popular series of  theatre talks and walks, available for  historical societies, libraries, senior centers, etc.

Del Valle is the author of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, a three-volume history of borough theatres.

The first two chosen 2010 OUTSTANDING BOOK OF THE YEAR by the Theatre Historical Society. Final volume published in September 2014.

Currently seeking funding for “Editing & Formatting” the first three volumes of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, 3rd Edition

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The Prospect Hotel, Coney Island

 

Moving Picture World, June 17, 1911:
“The fact that Coney Island, N. Y., is fast becoming one of the central points for the exhibition of moving pictures. and even now is assuming the name ‘Flicker Alley,’ is strongly evidenced by the number of sales recorded by manufacturers and dealers in moving picture apparatus and supplies.

“The latest arrivals in the exhibiting field at this popular resort are Morris Goldberg, operating the Prospect Hotel, Mr. E. F. McGann, of McGann’s Hotel, and Dickers Hotel, all if which have installed a Powers Cameragraph Number 6*, and equipment.”

*Projector

Coney Island Museum, Saturday, June 29, 5pm:
Ask the Experts: Cezar Del Valle – Son of Coney Island Goes to the Movies

 

Since 1997 theatre historian,  Cezar Del Valle, has conducted a popular series of  theatre talks and walks, available for  historical societies, libraries, senior centers, etc.

Del Valle is the author of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, a three-volume history of borough theatres.

The first two chosen 2010 OUTSTANDING BOOK OF THE YEAR by the Theatre Historical Society. Final volume published in September 2014.

Updated third edition of the Brooklyn Theatre Index  will be available in 2019 .

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The Horn- Cowboys, Indians, and All

Film Index, August 13, 1910:

“View of front of The Horn, Baltimore, Md., owned by the Horn Amusement Co., if which Mr. Frank Hornig is manager. A neat and popular house featuring the best pictures.”

 

“Flickering Treasures: Rediscovering Baltimore’s Forgotten Movie Theaters” by Amy Davis.

 

Tom Mix stars in The Range Riders

Photo: Tom Mix Museum 

At the Dixie Theatre, Bijou Dream, March 25, 2018

 

 

Since 1997 theatre historian,  Cezar Del Valle, has conducted a popular series of  theatre talks and walks, available for  historical societies, libraries, senior centers, etc.

Del Valle is the author of the Brooklyn Theatre Index, a three-volume history of borough theatres.

The first two chosen 2010 OUTSTANDING BOOK OF THE YEAR by the Theatre Historical Society. Final volume published in September 2014.

Editing and updating the third edition of the Brooklyn Theatre Index.

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