Princess Theatre
Rushville, IL Photo courtesy Don Gardner
This other Princess Theatre is located in Rushville, IL. The front
facade is rather nondescript, but the building itself is a flashback to
the days when movie "houses" was a true descriptor.
"Strip Mall" Theatre
Morton Grove, IL Photo courtesy Jason Carlton
This theatre located in a strip mall is currently closed. Check
out the swooping lines on this gem.
Gem Theatre
Kansas City, MO Photo courtesy Bob Jagendorf
Check out the Gem Theatre in Kansas City. This theater
was recently restored.
Gem Theatre Photo courtesy Rod Holcomb
The Gem was built in the early 1900's and still features its "gem" of a neon sign. 11-07
Rialto Square Theatre
Joliet, IL Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
This 1926 gem of a movie palace is undergoing restoration efforts. The Rialto Theatre is open for tours and don't forget to leave a donation towards restoring
this classic theatre.
Theatre
Normal, IL Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
This old abandoned
theatre in Normal
looks like its been closed for quite some time.
Times Theatre
Jacksonville, IL Photo courtesy Don Gardner
The Times Theatre still opens its doors for patrons in Jacksonville,
IL. Check out the deco looking front facade on this gem.
Times Theatre (Demolished)
Danville, IL Photo and info courtesy Don Gardner
In Danville, IL stands the Times Theatre. Well, at least until
recently. Sadly, the Times on Route 1 was demolished to make way for a
new-fangled drive-thru pharmacy.