Historic movie theatres in Illinois, 1883-1960
By: Konrad Schiecke.
Publisher: McFarland
Published: 2005
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 404
Subjects: Motion picture theaters -- Illinois -- History; Motion picture theaters -- Illinois -- Directories; Motion pictures -- History
Genres: Directories.
Description: "This history and catalog of the movie theaters of Illinois follows their evolution from the early opera houses, to the storefront nickelodeons, to the movie palaces, to the post-World War II theaters and the advent of the multiplex. Each theater has its own story, and together these stories make up a fascinating history of cinema viewing"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: : Pt. 1. Overview of cinema history ; The early years ; The advent of sound ; Television's impact ; Saving the older theatres; title: pt. 2. Directory of Illinois movie theatres.