The old Marion Theater in downtown Ocala is still in business. It went defunct a few years ago, was rehabilitated as a stage theater, but that didn't work out, and now it's back to its original incarnation as a movie theater; so far so good.
I love the old movie theaters, Lowell, and I love this photo! The sign reminds me very much of an old one here in Montreal. It was called the Snowdon Theater. :)
You know, one of the things I enjoyed about traveling for work back in the 90's was visiting old movie theaters in the different towns. I found great ones in St. Louis, Chicago and Denver. I hope this one thrives.
Thinking back to a delightful comment you left me re 'Edith', I wish I had the talent to do a reply poem about the lovely 'Marion' and maybe throw in a line or two about a palm tree also :).
I love the old movie houses. They are disappearing rapidly. Good find.
ReplyDeleteThis one looks like it has character.
ReplyDeleteI love the old movie theaters, Lowell, and I love this photo! The sign reminds me very much of an old one here in Montreal. It was called the Snowdon Theater. :)
ReplyDeleteIt's too easy for people to find entertainment in so many other ways that don't involve a trip downtown. This one surely is a classic.
ReplyDeleteI like this.... the style of the place and the surroundings.
ReplyDeleteIt is pouring down with rain here...... so Florida, one day I will be there I hope.
I like the neon lights, they have a kind of nostalgic look.
ReplyDeleteLooks wonderful, Lowell!
ReplyDeletegreat shot love from wintry place
ReplyDeleteIs there a touch of Art Deco there Lowell? I like the old theatre very much, hope it survives for many years to come!
ReplyDeleteYou know, one of the things I enjoyed about traveling for work back in the 90's was visiting old movie theaters in the different towns. I found great ones in St. Louis, Chicago and Denver. I hope this one thrives.
ReplyDeleteThinking back to a delightful comment you left me re 'Edith', I wish I had the talent to do a reply poem about the lovely 'Marion' and maybe throw in a line or two about a palm tree also :).
ReplyDeleteGlad it's back as a movie theatre. I love that classic looking neon sign. It must look awesome lit up at night.
ReplyDeleteGlad it was not converted into a mall!
ReplyDeleteI love the old theaters. I think they're worth rehabbing.
ReplyDeleteWe used to have two old theaters like that in downtown Tallahassee. Sadly they are gone. I'm glad to see that one still in use!
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