movieman
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- Williamsburg, VA
Does anyone remember when "roadshow" movie engagements were the big thing? In the late 50's, 60's large size movie productions were reserved seat engagements, generally being shown just a couple of times per day, often 2 PM matinee and 8 PM evening. "Ben-Hur", "Lawrence of Arabia", "The Sound Of Music", "Doctor Zhivago" were just a few of many. Tickets were generally purchased in advance. Semi-dark theater with the overture playing before the film, an intermission, and closing music as well. I saw many, many films that way and still have some of the souvenir books that were typically sold at the theater.