St. James Theatre (Boston) facts for kids

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The St. James Theatre was a cool place in Boston, Massachusetts. From 1912 to 1929, it was a popular spot to watch both live plays and movies. It was located in the Back Bay area, on Huntington Avenue. It was right next to another famous building called Horticultural Hall.

About the St. James Theatre

The St. James Theatre was built in a building that used to be called Chickering Hall. This building was on Huntington Avenue, close to Massachusetts Avenue. It quickly became a favorite place for entertainment in Boston.

A Look at Its History

For several years, a large company called Loew's Theatres ran the St. James. They were known for their many movie theaters and playhouses. In 1929, the St. James Theatre joined another big company. It became part of the Publix chain, which was connected to Paramount Pictures. When this happened, the theatre changed its name to the Uptown Theatre.

Images for kids

Inside the lobby, 1912
Inside the theatre, 1912
An advertisement from 1920, showing "vaudeville and super photo-plays," including a Charlie Chaplin movie
The St. James Theatre (in the middle), next to Horticultural Hall (on the left), 1920
An advertisement for a play called A Temperance Town in 1922

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