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Southern Illinoisan in Carbondale, Illinois

29 Jan 2012

Page 9

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Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 2012

Page

9

Massac Theatre in Metropolis lands new owner for revival

Larry Ward, manager for actress Noel Neill, purchased the 1938 Massac Theatre to restore it after decades of neglect. The nonprofit Save the Massac will aid fundraising while Ward seeks bids to fix the roof and a new marquee, aiming for a two year restoration.

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Larry Ward Ward Noel Neill Lois Lane Neill Metropolis Tuscan Ariz Massac Lisa Gower Save the Massac Southern File Massac Theatre
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Massac Theatre Reopens Under New Ownership in Metropolis

New owners plan a blank slate restoration of the Massac Theatre in Metropolis aiming to revive community theater. Ward stresses costs and best workmanship will guide timing while preserving the building’s historic feel and hosting art house, indie films, school and civic productions. Mayor McDaniel recalls matinees and praises Save the Massac and Ward’s collaboration.

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Ward Massac McDaniel Massac Theatre Save the Massac
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Brent Stewart Gower Illinois Billy McDaniel Pper Massac Theatre Brent Stewart Thesouthern Alan Rogers
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