STRAND THEATER. 47th Street and Broadway. Architect: Thomas W. Lamb . Opening: April 11, 1914; The Spoilers.
The Strand was the first great movie palace in the world. It began a progression of increasingly lavish theaters, culminating in the opening of the Roxy Theater.
Since the early years of the 20th century, Times Square has had the reputation as the place to make one’s mark in the world of entertainment. Thousands have come to Broadway to rise to the top of...