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Theatre Main | Broadway | Hollywood | Neon | Other | Westwood | So CA Main
Here's the marquee for the superb Orpheum Theatre along Broadway in L.A. The Orpheum name is usually connected with grand theatres and this one doesn't disappoint.
(Near right) A look at the neon rooftop sign
Orpheum Theatre
(Far left) A shot of the neon lit marquee and front facade (Near left) The ticket booth
Worth a peek is the neon at the Criterion Theatre in Santa Monica. Originally opened in the 1920's, the Criterion was once a part of the legendary Fox West Coast Theatres chain. Word is the original theatre was torn down in the 1980's and this is part of a rebuild. See more at Cinema Treasures. 02-07
The Fontana Theatre and its art deco marquee still lights up the sidewalk after nightfall. According to Cinema Treasures, the theatre was built in 1937 then became used for other purposes beginning in the 1950's. The Fontana was reopened and renamed the Center Stage Theatre in 2008 and is now home to live performances. 09-10
The Rialto Theatre in South Pasadena is closed as of August 2007. Built in 1924, the Rialto is a historic landmark and was added to t he National Register of Historic Places in 1978. 12-07
Theatre Main | Broadway | Hollywood | Neon | Other | Westwood | So CA Main
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(Far right) The Orpheum Theatre lit up along Broadway
Here's the Fox Studio City Theatre featuring all of its neon lit. Well, actually, this is now the Bookstar on Ventura Blvd., formerly the grand old theatre. The theatre closed down in 1991 after over 50 years of service. 
