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About Portland observer. (Portland, Or.) 1970-current | View Entire Issue (April 4, 2012)
A p ril 4, 2012 $Jarihmb (Bbsertra Alberta North Portland Page II East County Beaverton Historic Theatre Eyes New Marquee Classic design would honor past, set stage for the future A classic revival is coming soon to Portland’s historic Holly wood Theatre. No, it’s not a silent film or a cult favorite, it’s a new marquee! One similar in design to the theatre’s original marquee from 1926. The idea behind the “historic marquee revival” is to honor the Hollywood Theatre’s past while setting the stage for the future. The new neon, illuminated sign will be a sequel to other improve ments and features that have recently appeared at the Hollywood. New auditorium seats and a new main screen and sound system were installed last month. “W e’ve improved the inside and now we want to improve our face to the community as well,” says Doug Whyte, Hollywood Theatre executive director. “The existing marquee is over 30 years old and it’s falling apart. The new marquee really fits our identity well and will be a wonderful addition to the community.” To design, fabricate and install the new marquee, the theatre has begun a “Historic Marquee Revival” fundraising campaign. The goal is to raise $136,000 from individuals, foundations and corporate donors. The M eyer Memorial Trust has already pledged $25,000. Donations can be made online at hollywoodtheatre.org/mar- quee or mailed or dropped off at the theatre. “We hope people will support us as they have in the past,” says Whyte. “The Theatre is really taking off and starting to recapture its former glory as a cultural icon in Portland.” The Hollywood Theatre is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is tQ entertain, inspire, educate and connect the community An a rtis t’s rendering shows what a classic marquee would look like positioned above the sidewalk and at the entrance o f the historic Hollywood Theatre in northeast Portland. through the art of film, while preserving a historic Portland landmark. Passionate R&B Group sets Portland Date Maze has produced hits since 1976 The bay area R&B group Maze fea turing Frankie Beverly will bring their distinctive, passionate, creative, origi nal, soulful, honest and powerful music to Portland for a concert Thursday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. at Keller Audito rium, downtown. The group’s sound is distinctive - passionate, creative, original, soulful, honest and powerful. For nearly 30 years Frankie Beverly and Maze have created a unique sound and become one of the most influential groups in modem history. "We've made it this far because we love and respect ourselves and our fans. But, most importantly, we believe in what we do," said Beverly. The group’s journey began in 1976 with a string of hit singles, including "Lady of Magic" and "Workin* Together." The 80's brought the release of the best selling albums, Golden Time of Day, Inspiration, Joy and Pain, containing a list o f c h a rt-to p p in g sin g les in clu d in g "Travelin' Man," "Feel That You're Feel ing," "Joy and Pain," "Look in Your Eyes" and "Southern Girl," to name a few. In 1983, with the release of W e Are One, Frankie Beverly & Maze solidified their international standing with such hits as the title track "Never Let You Down", "I Love You Too Much" and "Love is the Key." As the 80's came to a close, the group released Can't Stop the Love and a second in-concert package, Maze Featur- continued on page 15 Maze, featuring Frankie Beverly, will bring R&B to Portland’s Keller Audito rium for a concert on Thursday, April 12.
