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Hidden Histories of Chicago’s Movie Houses

Uncover the histories of three movie theaters in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood

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Step behind the curtain and uncover the remarkable—and sometimes shadowy—stories of three movie theaters that once lit up one Chicago neighborhood.


In this hour-long talk, you’ll discover:


  • A theater whose unusual ownership and transformations reflect a century of change.

  • A cinema with nine lives, each more surprising than the last.

  • A movie house where glamour mingled with a darker side of show business.


Along the way, you’ll explore HD video of these theaters’ exteriors—or what remains of them—and gain a new appreciation for the golden age of moviegoing and secrets left behind.

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