Hollywood Theater

Description

The Hollywood Theater is a beautifully restored one-screen art deco movie house.

Originally built in 1924, The Hollywood has been a popular second-run cinema since the 1940s, screening films after they have been shown in larger theaters.

In its heyday, the decor of the Hollywood was art deco and featured a small balcony. A lower level lounge beneath the lobby included overstuffed couches and easy chairs –-- and as the popularity of television increased back in the ’50’s –-- a large screen black and white tv. The rear wall of the lobby (actually the back wall of the main auditorium) was mostly glass (usually covered with a drape that could be opened to accommodate standing room crowds who could watch the film and hear the soundtrack from speakers in the lobby ceiling).

The theater began a slow decline in the 1970s. It was taken over in 2009 by Motion Picture Heritage, a group that rehabilitates and operates classic cinemas. It was taken over in 2011 by the local nonprofit, Friends Of The Hollywood Theater.

Hours of operation

Varies per film screening or event; call for information.

Parking

Metered, on-street parking is available on Potomac Avenue and free parking is available at a nearby municipal parking lot.

Bus routes that serve this area

• 41G - Dormont
• 42L - Library
• 42S - South Hills Village via Beechview

Upcoming events

• Martin 6/22/2013 6pm