The Strand Theatre will host a special evening June 17, celebrating the launch of the book “America’s Hometown Theaters: Please Remain Standing,” an exploration of the importance and architectural legacy of hometown theaters.
Tickets are $10 for everyone for the event starting at 7 p.m. at the downtown cinema, 28 E. Winter St. There will be a small reception after the panel discussion. For tickets or more information, please visit: https://givebutter.com/book-launch-1q9nyk.
The event will include a presentation by the book’s author and photographer, Benita VanWinkle, who has documented hometown movie theaters and drive-ins for over 40 years. It will also feature a panel discussion with VanWinkle; Chris Yates, executive director of the Ross Art Museum; David Hejmanowski, history and arts enthusiast, and president of the Strand Theatre and Cultural Arts Association Board; and Michael Hurwitz, author, historian, and technician of America’s opera houses. The panel will be moderated by Nicole Fowles, communications coordinator for the Delaware County District Library.
Please join us!
Source: Ross Art Museum and Strand Theater
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