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Grand Theatre Main | Fox | Neon | Other Grand Over the years, Fox Theatres have been well known for their spacious lobbies, fantastic architecture, and large screens. But like just about everything else from the mid-century, Fox theaters have superceded by modern tastes and whims. In this case, the multiplex has taken over the theater landscape, and many of the old Fox theaters are now either churches, lightly-attended entertainment houses, or demolished altogether.
Check out this neon shot of the Fox Theatre in Tucson, AZ. This theatre, which opened in 1929, was purchased by the Fox Tucson Theatre Foundation in 2000 and currently undergoing restoration.
The Fox California name was quite popular among theaters. Check out the Fox California Theatre, this one located in downtown Salinas, CA. Originally opening in the early 1920's, the Fox theatre has been closed for quite some time. Not sure what the fate is of this old treasure.
Here's the Fox Theatre of Visalia, CA. Recently restored in 1999, the Fox Theatre first opened up in 1930.
Here's a neon shot of the historic Fox Theatre in Inglewood dating back to 1958. The Fox was located on Market Street, and by the looks of things, was surrounded by quite a neon display of business signs. The Fox blade neon was the most prominent.
Located on 17 W. Congress St., the Fox Theatre in downtown Tucson was built in 1930 as a vaudeville and silent-movie house. The theatre was the only theatre from the Fox chain with a unique Southwest Art Deco”style. The Fox closed its doors in 1974 but has now been renovated and reopened as a film, liver music, and performance venue. 04-07
This Fox Theatre in Fort Madison features the vintage Fox lettering both on its marquee and front facade.
Fox Theatre This old Fox Theatre has now been converted into an indoor swap meet. At the last the large vertical facade still remains.
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