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The Fox Theatre, Detroit, Michigan - The Auditorium
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The Fox Theatre, Detroit, Michigan - The Auditorium
The Fox Theatre, Detroit, Michigan - The Auditorium. Opened in 1928 as a flagship movie palace in the Fox Theatres Chain. The first theatre to be designed to incorporate a speaker system for sound films. It is the largest surviving movie house of the 1920s - fully restored in 1988. Architect - C. Howard Crane Date: circa 1930s
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6000 Amusement Architect Auditorium Avenue Chain Cinema Crane Detroit Howard Magnificent Michigan Movie Movies Seating Seats Sound Speaker System Talkies Theatres Woodward 1928
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This stunning photograph captures the grandeur of The Fox Theatre in Detroit, Michigan, a historic landmark and the largest surviving movie house of the 1920s. Opened in 1928 as a flagship theatre in the Fox Theatres Chain, it was the first theatre in the United States to be designed with a speaker system for sound films, ushering in the era of "talkies" and revolutionizing the cinema experience. Designed by renowned architect C. Howard Crane, the theatre is a magnificent temple of amusement, with its ornate interior and seating capacity for over 6,000 people. The Fox Theatre was a true marvel of its time, drawing crowds to Woodward Avenue and Columbus Street with its promise of an unforgettable movie-going experience. This photograph, taken in the 1930s, captures the theatre in its prime, with its intricate woodwork, sweeping balconies, and glittering chandeliers. A testament to the rich history of cinema and architectural innovation, The Fox Theatre remains a cherished cultural institution in Detroit and a must-visit destination for film enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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