Experience Cinematic Elegance: Watch Films in an Art Deco Cinema in London A Journey Back in Time: The Magic of Art Deco Cinemas London is home to some of the most enchanting Art Deco cinemas, where you can enjoy films in settings that exude the glamour and sophistication of the 1920s and 1930s. These architecturalContinueContinue reading “Watch films in an art deco cinema”
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The Lyceum Cinema: A Govan Landmark Seeking Revival in Glasgow
The story of Govan’s jazz-era giant, the Lyceum Cinema, seems to echo the decline of the local shipyards that once thrived in the area. Opening its doors on Govan Road in 1938, this grand cinema boasted a capacity of 2,600 patrons. Designed by the esteemed architectural partnership of McNair and Elder, the Lyceum stands asContinueContinue reading “The Lyceum Cinema: A Govan Landmark Seeking Revival in Glasgow”
Ascot Cinema: A Thoroughbred of Art Deco Splendour Transformed in Glasgow
The Ascot Cinema, a remarkable example of Art Deco magnificence, opened its doors on December 6, 1939, featuring Gracie Fields in “Shipyard Sally.” Built by Great Western Cinemas, the theater changed hands over the years, eventually being rebranded as the Gaumont in July 1950 under Gaumont British Theatres Ltd. It then became part of theContinueContinue reading “Ascot Cinema: A Thoroughbred of Art Deco Splendour Transformed in Glasgow”
Paramount Cinema: Glasgow’s Timeless Art Deco Jewel
Prepare to bask in the glow of movie star quality as we turn our attention to an iconic Art Deco landmark in Glasgow. The Paramount Cinema, situated on Renfield Street, exuded glamour from its very facade when it was unveiled in 1934. Designed by architects Verity and Beverley as one of the city’s “super cinemas,”ContinueContinue reading “Paramount Cinema: Glasgow’s Timeless Art Deco Jewel”
Art Deco Amsterdam and the Pathé Tuschinski Cinema
The very gothic looking Pathé Tuschinski Cinema in Amsterdam is a mix of styles with an amazing art deco interior. https://www.instagram.com/p/BTjuGTJBuK-/ Tuschinski is a huge, Art Deco cinema palace located between the Muntplein Munt tower (near the world-famous flower market) and the Rembrandtplein. Walking around the flower market area, you should see two towers by TuschinskiContinueContinue reading “Art Deco Amsterdam and the Pathé Tuschinski Cinema”