The Empire Cinema - Delf Street, Sandwich,Kent, UK - Vintage Movie Theaters on Waymarking.com

The Empire Cinema in Delf Street, Sandwich, first opened it's doors to the public on 26th June 1937. The movies chosen for the opening feature were Trust The Navy and Craig's Wife.

The Empire was described at the time as, "... a modern, up to date and luxurious building situated in a prominent position near to the Guildhall in the centre of the town." The auditorium was capable of seating 600 people in the circle and stalls. It closed it's doors in the 1970's, but in 1993 it was reopened, now operating a smaller cinema in the former circle section of the original building, and can accommodate 130 people.  The art deco architecture with original decorative neon lighting has been retained, and more modern, comfortable seating installed.

The lounge section is now sited in the original stalls area, it to having been completely refurbished with comfortable furniture and a maple wood dancing floor installed in front of the cinema stage.

Year Theater Opened: 1937 Ticket Price (local currency): 5.00 (listed in local currency) Matinee Price (local currency): 4.00 (listed in local currency) Number of Screen(s): 1 Web site: [Web Link] Concessions Available: Not Listed

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