Majestic Theatre
Lorain Opera House
State Theatre
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Photograph: Silent Era image collection.
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Address
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375 Broadway
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Opening Night Seating Capacity
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1350
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Original Theatre Owner
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unknown
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Original Theatre Architect
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James M. Bostick
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Years of Operation
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Opened 1907
Destroyed 28 June 1924
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Type of Musical Accompaniment
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unknown
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Current Status
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Demolished
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 The Majestic Theatre was established as a live performance venue. Extensive remodeling by Mark Greenbaum and Jack Greenbaum converted the threatre to motion picture exhibition in 1922.
The State Theatre was extensively damaged by a tornado that occurred on 28 June 1924. Demolition began on 30 June 1924. The new Broadway Building was constructed on the lot in 1925.
References: Cinema Treasures website.
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