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CINEMA AND From the Editor…
THEATRE ur stunning colour cover photos are a stark reminder of what we
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C A H S Ohave lost and how important it is for us all to help “document our
past - to preserve it for the future”.
The broad variety of articles in this edition ranges from fascinating
HISTORICAL SOCIETY personal stories of industry people, to the actual history of a number
ESTABLISHED 1989 of different theatres. My own “cinema archaeology” has unearthed a
particularly interesting find about a completely forgotten venue, proving
how easily we can forget.
Speaking of forgetting... in the last issue, I accidently forgot to name
Gerry Kennedy as the author of the excellent article on Melbourne’s
East End Cinemas. Apologies for that unfortunate oversight!
The official journal of the Cinema And My sincere thanks to everyone involved in bringing CinemaRecord
Theatre Historical Society Inc. to you over the past year. I hope that this edition provides you with
Australia much entertainment and enlightenment, and I look forward to your
ISSN 1443-3664 • Published quarterly continued contributions in the New Year.
H Kevin Adams
Design and Layout by Editor
Editor - Kevin Adams
H numerous visits to that city. I could see four
Digital Re-Formatting by movies in a day attending the city cinemas,
Nick Pilgrim Graphic Design but regret not getting out to the suburbs!
www.nickpilgrim.com I always remember my first visit to Melbourne
H in 1954 where staying at the Victoria Hotel
The main aim of CATHS and this Letters in Little Collins Street allowed seeing the
publication is to accurately document many theatres ending their sessions at about
and create an archive of the history of the same time on the Saturday night with all
cinemas and theatres. Input in the form those patrons pouring out onto the street!
of articles, constructive criticism, and hankyou for CinemaRecord #74 Colin Flint.
substantiated dispute of printed matter T– certainly a fine issue with a Adelaide
is welcome, and necessary to enable us bumper crop of photographs and very
to reach our objective. historic locations! An exceptional story has
Opinions expressed are those of the been recorded on Wests Theatre in Adelaide, hat a truly fabulous issue
surely one of the longest standing theatres in
Editor or contributors, and unless Australia – and what a proud tradition. So WCinemaRecord #75 was! The great
expressly stated so, are not necessarily now this location is occupied by the Adelaide number of photographs and illustrations are
really quite amazing and a valuable cause for
those of the Cinema And Theatre Symphony Orchestra, and great musical illustration of the varied subjects.
Historical Society Inc. compositions will be heard throughout its
Articles printed in CinemaRecord historic walls. The only drive-In theatre in Sydney (at
should not be reproduced without the Let us not forget that other great music has Blacktown) is no longer a twin! One of the
permission of the author or the editor. been heard throughout its long history – the screens has already been removed and foundation
work has already begun on the ramp area.
All photos are from the collection of compositions for films by several of the most
the person or organisation stated. Every talented musicians working in the industry- I haven’t heard what development is taking
effort has been made to trace the both in a symphonic manner and those is a place, but did hear that Greater Union were
ownership of copyright. In the event of variety of musical or comedy features. going to build a hotel next to the drive-in –
any questions arising as to the use of Their musical notes may yet be heard again if you may be able to learn more about this.
any material, the author and publisher some of their compositions should be played This is quite an odd development as when GU
will be happy to make the necessary there for future generations. sold off all the single-screen drive-in’s and
corrections in future printings. Altogether, one of your most bountiful issues twinned the ones they retained, the excuse was
Contributions and suggestions for of CinemaRecord, and as always your great that single screen venues were no longer viable.
CinemaRecord are most welcome. work is appreciated. Looking at the small area they have retained with
Please contact the Editor if you are the single screen, one can’t believe it would be
William Gray.
planning to write an article for the North Parramatta. profitable today. Something big in the wind?!
magazine. We may be able to assist you (Apologies for this late letter which missed inclusion in CR.75) Thank you again for a very exciting issue
with information, contacts, etc and it and best wishes for the future.
will help us with forward planning. William Gray
H inemaRecord #75 was yet another North Parramatta
Cexcellent issue! My love of movies (See “Newsreel” for news details on changes at Blacktown.)
started in January 1954 with The Robe at
CinemaRecord Contact:
Editor Kevin Adams 0409 946 066 the Adelaide Regent (the first Cinemascope Somthing to Share? Letters, Feedback
Email cinemarecord@hotmail.com feature) which left a lasting impression! & News. Your contributions will be most
I enjoyed many visits to Melbourne’s welcome and much appreciated!
Note new CinemaRecord Postal address Palladium and Embassy cinemas on my Email: cinemarecord@hotmail.com
(for magazine content only) to: Kevin Adams
P.O.Box 535, Carlton North. Vic. 3054 Front/Back cover: The striking interior of the Rapallo Cinema, Sydney. Opened as the
Victory in 1939, it was sadly demolished in 1984. All cover photographs by Ross Thorne.

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