For more than 80 years, people in Albany could catch a movie at the Albany Twin on Solano Avenue. But the beloved East Bay theater held its last screening Thursday night.
"As a film buff, it’s hard to see the theater go," said Albany resident Kevin Goess.
"I grew up in Albany. I first came here as a toddler in 1954," said resident Debee Blank. "I went to matinées here all through my childhood for 25 cents…I can’t even believe this is happening. It’s so so sad."Many left notes on the glass doors, offering well-wishes, and sharing memories. He said the theater had been through hard times during pandemic closures and restrictions, and the lease was not renewed.In a statement, company spokesman Mark Mulcahy said, "Landmark Theatres is constantly evaluating its business strategy and has decided to close the Albany Twin. We are proud to have served its community over its many years of operation."People leave notes on the door of Landmarks Albany Twin Theater on the day of its closure.
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