During the late 1950s, oregon played host to as many as 70 drivein theaters, most of which have now closed and been demolished. During the late 1950s, oregon played host to as many as 70 drive in theaters, most of which have now closed and been demolished. Majestic theater, corvallis the majestic theater is a well known theater in the southern willamette valley region. It is at the southern end of the verdant willamette valley, near the confluence of the mckenzie and willamette rivers, about 50 miles 80 km east of the oregon coast. Broadway in eugene national tours, local convienience.
As part of the oregon historic theaters project, the university of oregons community service center identified historic theaters across the state and recorded details about the building and owneroperator contact information. Home to more than 140,000 people, eugene is oregons second largest city. Our 50 favorite stars of oregonfilmed movies and tv shows. The interior of the theater is something to be marveled. Students explore oregons past through the lens of its theaters. Visit the highlights of eugene on a stressfree guided tour of downtown, and the surrounding areas. As part of my degree program, i did an independent study project on movie theaters in eugene and springfield during the nickelodeon era 19051919, which i turned into a website and an article in oregon historical quarterly. The owners of the two bijou movie theaters in eugene have parted ways following a bitter legal dispute. Sharing stories about oregon and oregon history on facebook, in presentations, videos and on youtube.
By clicking i agree when using the cinemark movie rewards program webpage at cinemark. Find a local amc theatre near you in corvallis, oregon. Tracing the history of oregon movie theaters oregon digital. Bijou art cinemas 492 east th avenue eugene, or page. May 26, 2015 partnering with organizations such as pacific power, travel oregon, and oregon main street, their want to preserve historic theaters stems far beyond the campus of the university of oregon. As part of the oregon historic theaters project, the university of oregon s community service center identified historic theaters across the state and recorded details about the building and owneroperator contact information. Movie theaters go to the movies or catch a film screening during a local film festival. The eidoloscope, devised by eugene augustin lauste for the latham family, was demonstrated for members of the. Home town show, movie theater history in eugene and. Movie show prices remained a bit higher than the other theaters in town, 2550.
May 01, 2018 i am the subject specialist librarian for cinema studies, and i recently completed a second masters degree in film studies. Movie theaters in eugene and springfield, oregon, 19061919 hometown show provides a historical sketch of movie theaters in eugene and springfield, oregon, from 19061919. Cinemark 17 showtimes moviefone movie theaters moviefone. The project is currently focused on the silent era, from the end of the 19th century until the late 1920s.
Aronson believes the platform can contribute valuable new information to film scholarship. An important message from the bijou art cinemas regarding our ongoing response to covid19. Describe the history of theaters in oregon and summarize their cultural, economic, and. Eugene springfield there are three major movie complexes and one independent film house here in the eugene, springfield area. Portlands first theater, the new market theater at sw first between ash and ankeny was built in 1872 by captain ankeny. Oregon historic theaters inventory and assessment of. Eugene oregon history oregon directory of oregon web. Go to the movies or catch a film screening during a local film festival. World famous txtabeer and a fun and funky movie vibe make this a eugene classic. Discover and share movie times for movies now playing and coming soon to local theaters in eugene. The university of oregons community service center, in partnership with pacific power, oregon main street, and travel oregon, conducted an inventory and needs assessment of historic theaters in oregon between september 2014 and august 2015. The best 10 cinema in eugene, or last updated may 2020 yelp.
There are still 4 remaining drivein movie theaters sort of as explained below in oregon concentrated in the northern portion of the state. The lobby of the oriental theatre which was one of the most ornate theaters ever built. Catvideofest is a joyous communal experience, only available in theaters, and raises money for cats in need through partnerships with local cat charities, animal welfare organizations, and shelters to best serve cats in the area. See views of the emerald city from above at skinners butte, explore the university of oregon, tour the cascades raptor center, and more. Skinner established a donation land claim and a small cabin on the west side of skinners butte or yapoah.
You must be at least 17 years of age or have your parent accompany you to view the movie. We sincerely appreciate your understanding during this challenging time. Tracing the history of oregon movie theaters oregon. Sign up for eventfuls the reel buzz newsletter to get uptodate movie times and theater information delivered right to your inbox. From the oregon coast to eugene springfield, explore boutique movie theaters and large movie houses.
This past week we finally broke down what theaters we are going to be reaching out to for our case studies with our project. In 1912, the savoy theatre in eugene, oregon, used movie posters and a grand entrance to attract passersby. The website aims to document the history of moviegoing in oregonwhy people went to the movies, where people watched them, and what people thought about them. Introduction home town show, movie theater history in eugene. My research could have been done using the microfilm of the local. The eugene hosted the muchanticipated local premiere of birth of a nation in the summer of 1916. This is a revival of the same adaptation jointly produced with the lord leebrick theatre company and the university of oregon, in 2008. If you have purchased advance tickets on our website for a movie that will be impacted by our closure period, you will receive a refund for both the cost of your ticket and the online service fee. The ohq fall 2016 issue includes articles exploring historical evidence of fish distribution in the upper klamath river watershed, early movie theaters in eugene and springfield, and a photo essay featuring a selection of political photographer bette lees oregon images. As part of my degree program, i did an independent study project on movie theaters in eugene and springfield during the nickelodeon era 19051919, which i turned into a website and an article in oregon historical.
We will keep you informed as to when we will reopen. Set in a subterranean morgue, shakespeares hamlet is filtered through the conventions of early zombie movies. There are still 4 remaining drivein movie theaters sort of as explained below in oregon concentrated in. Hamilton is the story of americas founding father alexander hamilton, an immigrant from the west indies who became george washingtons righthand man during the revolutionary war. Pages in category cinemas and movie theaters in oregon the following 21 pages are in this category, out of 21 total. Lane county history museum eugene 2020 all you need to. Eugenes hult center for the performing arts hosts over 700 shows per year and is home to the nationally recognized. Distribute relevant information about funding sources and. In honor of the oregon film and tv offices 50th anniversary, heres a look at 50 stars who worked on oregonfilmed projects, from jimmy stewart to kristen stewart. The issue also includes a special section celebrating the national historic preservation acts fiftieth. Partnering with organizations such as pacific power, travel oregon, and oregon main street, their want to preserve historic theaters stems far beyond the campus of the university of oregon. On april 3, 1872, a fire department was formally organized in what was then called eugene city, having been named after the towns founder, eugene skinner. A movie theater american english, cinema british english, or cinema hall indian english.
Cinemark 17 in springfield, or 97477 get movie showtimes and tickets online, movie information and more from moviefone. In the summer toss out a picnic blanket for a movie in the park, and in the winter catch a holiday film at a local hotel or community center. These 18 photos of oregon in the 1960s are mesmerizing only. The 700seat valley river twin was built by moyer theatres opening on april 21, 1971, it was later operated. We very much look forward to having you, your family and our community back in our theater to experience the magic of the movies. Showtimes and tickets for eugene, or 97401 moviefone.
Join the 202021 season today to receive first access to tickets for hamilton and its premiere in the 202122 season. Find the movies showing at theaters near you and buy movie tickets at fandango. Find showtimes and movie theaters near zip code 97401 or eugene, or. Get more info about special events like nw10, talkbacks, experience oct, and more. Visit filming locations from cottage grove to dexter where famous movies such as stand by me. The oregon theater project provides a historical sketch of movie theaters in oregon from the beginning of cinema at the end of the 19th century through the silent era 18961930. The oregon theater project is an ongoing research project on the history of moviegoing and exhibition in oregon. An important message from the bijou art cinemas regarding our ongoing response to covid19 in light of the ongoing concerns regarding covid19, in line with the direction, regulations and recommendations of federal, state and local government authorities, we are temporarily closing to the public until further notice, effective tuesday, march 17. Coos bay is the largest city on the oregon coast and the largest deep water port between san francisco and seattle. There he founded the town of eugene city, oregon on june 6, 1853. The timespan covers a period that film historians define as the nickelodeon era, a time of rapid change and growth in filmmaking and moviegoing in the united states. The city was incorporated in 1862 and later changed its name to simply eugene. In july and august of 1962 presented a sixweek run of the the music man.
Cinemark 17 springfield or eugene movie listings showtimes. Eventful movies is your source for uptodate broadway metro showtimes, tickets and theater information. The combined population of the area is currently about 65,000. Home town show, movie theater history in eugene and springfield. This website uses cookies to provide you with a better experience. Sign up for eventful s the reel buzz newsletter to get upcoming movie theater information and movie times delivered right to your inbox. The best eugene movie theaters with photos tripadvisor. Eugene movie times eventful movies is your source for uptodate movie times and movie theater information in eugene.
No children under age 6 will be admitted to any rrated feature after 6. One owner will take bijou art cinemas, the twoscreen theater on east th avenue. Find 1 listings related to amc theaters in eugene on. Many events listed here have been canceled or postponed due to the covid19 emergency. Get local movie show times, watch trailers, and buy movie tickets. Three other owners will take the downtown theater on west broadway, which has been renamed broadway metro. Catvideofest is committed to raising awareness and money for cats in need around the world. Jun 12, 2018 for their final project, students published their findings on the oregon theater project, an online resource the class created to detail the history of movie going and movie theaters in oregon from the turn of the century through the silent film era. Senior tickets are valid for adults 60 years and older. There are still 4 remaining drive in movie theaters sort of as explained below in oregon concentrated in the northern portion of the state. Find a local amc movie theatre in corvallis, oregon. Here are 18 incredible photos that will transport you back in time. View the latest broadway metro movie times, box office information, and purchase tickets online.
At the advent of the 20th century, the city of portland, oregon, was among the first on the united states west coast to embrace the advent of the silent and feature film. Child tickets are valid for children 11 years and under. Eugene theater is your guide to shows in eugenes theaters. The building was remodeled into offices in the 1980s after being used as a garage and for car parts storage for nearly a century. The first unit was named the eugene hook and ladder company no. Movies were introduced early on and on october 16, 1922 it was renamed heilig theatre. Located in corvallis, or and opening in 19, the theater has served the area as a movie theater for over a century. Hometown show provides a historical sketch of movie theaters in eugene and springfield, oregon, from 19061919. Use the interactive timeline below to explore the states theaters throughout the decades. Valid ids will be required to attend rated r movies. The eugene drivein had two different locations during its 40 seasons in eugene. One of portlands most ornate theaters, walter tebbetts oriental theatre at grand and morrison streets. Youll find gorgeous shots of mount hood, portland state university, breitenbush hot springs, civic stadium and more.
Bijou art cinemas 492 east th avenue eugene, or 492. Movie tickets can be purchased in advance for the larger movie theaters bijou 492 e. The oregon theater project is an ongoing research project on the history of movie going and exhibition in oregon. Find broadway shows, musicals, plays and concerts and buy tickets with us now. Movie listings and times for cinemark 17 springfield or.
The egyptian theatre, built in 1925, is located downtown at 229 south broadway on the main street of the city of coos bay. Call attention to our states rich cultural resources. Search local showtimes and buy movie tickets before going to the theater on moviefone. As of the 2010 census, eugene had a population of 156,185.
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