97-year-old Bronx movie palace to become 4,000-seat performing arts center
The historic Loewe's Paradise Theatre in the Bronx is undergoing a restoration to become a 4,000-seat performing arts center. The project aims to preserve the 1929 landmark while providing a new cultural hub for the community.
Why it matters
The revitalization of historic venues contributes to urban renewal and the preservation of cultural heritage in major metropolitan areas.
New York City is as much of a historic gaga as it is a modern icon. For years, the place has been hub to world's dreamers and believers, art and artists and anyone who wants to make something happen. One of the most popular thing about the city is also its landmarks and one of them is all set to return to active service after years of closure.Bronx's historic Loewe's Paradise Theatre, a 97-year-old landmark and one of the original five NYC "wonder theatres" will be back to service as a full Performing Arts Centre.
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