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From the Editor....

The reason for the size and scope of this issue should be obvious from the
cover. A coming of age requires something special, and the stories selected for it
show the range of skills and interests within CATHS.
This is my last issue as editor. I was privileged to have been entrusted with the
role, grew into it, and was able to work with knowledgeable and enthusiastic
writers. I came to it with specific interests, and leave it with my understanding of
the cinema and theatre world broadened ten -fold.
A special thanks is due to Bill Kerr, our layout artist. The magazine always
looks good, and that is all Bill’s work.
The official journal of the Cinema And
Theatre Historical Society Inc. The other good news is that the new editor is Kevin Adams who was in the
Australia chair before me. Kevin is a former journalist and a working projectionist.
ISSN 1443-3664 • Published quarterly ‘Embedded’in the industry, he will bring new perspectives to the magazine.
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- Ian Smith
Editor: Ian Smith
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The main aim of CATHS and this
publication is to accurately document and 4 Letters and Newsreel
create an archive of the history of
cinemas and theatres. 9 A Cygnet Swan Song - Peter Jackson
Input in the form of articles, A memorial film night for a loyal projectionist.
constructive criticism, and substantiated
10 CATHS 20th Anniversary - Gerry Kennedy
dispute of printed matter is welcome, and
A review of a major milestone.
necessary to enable us to reach our
objective. 12 In Pusuit of Perfection
Opinions expressed are those of the Part Two: John Sumner Theatre
Editor or contributors, and unless Melbourne Theatre Company's new home.
expressly stated so, are not necessarily
those of the Cinema And Theatre 14 Projector Pioneers of South Australia - Peter Wolfenden
Part Two: William Benbow: The pupil matches the master
Historical Society Inc.
Articles printed in CinemaRecord 20 Regent Theatre Albury
should not be reproduced without the - Albury's Mighty Regent - Les Tod
permission of the author or the editor. - Change Comes To the Regent Albury - John Stevens
All photos are from the collection of
30 Commedia dell’arte - Cameron Hall
the person or organisation stated. Every
effort has been made to trace the The origins of zany comedy.
ownership of copyright. In the event of 33 Merino - A Town With A Difference - John Fitzsimons
any questions arising as to the use of any Innovation at the pub.
material, the author and publisher will be
happy to make the necessary corrections 34 Prince Edward, Woburn (NZ) - Tony Froude
in future printings. An ‘almost atmospheric’ suburban cinema.
Contributions and suggestions for
36 Resurrect Your Local Cinema - Barrie Wraith
CinemaRecord are most welcome. Please
contact the Editor if you are planning Digital tricks improve happy memories
to write an article for the magazine. 37 The Way We Were
We may be able to assist you with Plenty of noise for The Big Noise.
information, contacts, etc and it will help
us with forward planning. 38 CATHS Brisbane Celebrates - Steve Maggs and Mike Gillies
★ A birthday visit to the Regent Brisbane.
Contact: Ian Smith
Telephone: 5443 0692 (1-9pm)
Images in this publication are from CATHS Archive unless credited to another source.
Email: iansmith8@bigpond.com
Postal Address: PO Box 476,
Bentleigh, Victoria, 3204 Cover: A much-loved interior: the Regent Albury Norm Smallpage

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