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#sanfrancisco’s #presidiotheather from 1937. It still shows films although it’s been divided from one screen to four. Nice #artdeco facade. #filminsurnace #productioninsurance
#castrotheatre in #sanfracisco is a #moviepalace from 1922. It seats 1,400, including 600 in the balcony. It includes Spanish, Moorish, and #artdeco decorative elements. It’s shown films up to this year but is now being renovated into a #concertvenue. The new owner says they will still show films about a third of the time. #filminsurance #productioninsurance #liveeventinsurance
#ramovatheather in Chicago’s #bridgeport neighborhood, opened 1929 as a #moviehouse. It sat 1,500 in the #atmosphericstyle auditorium with #spanishrevival decorations. It closed in 1985 and sat empty until 2023. Today it houses a #liveperformance space and a #brewpub #filminsurance #musicinsurance
#bentonharbor, MI State Theater from 1942. Originally a #moviehouse, it was converted to a #liveperformance space in 1987 before closing in 2007. Renovation plans are in the works that would remove a 1960s false front to reveal the original #glazedbrick and #glassblock facade. #filminsurance #productioninsurance
#teateodegollado in #guadalajara from 1866. #liveperformance space for opera, classical music, and #mariachi. Seats 1,015 and includes #murals by #robertomontenegro and others. The rear of the building includes a massive #reliefsculpture depicting the founders of Guadalajara. #theatreinsurance
Thank you to everyone who attended our 15th anniversary party! We wouldn’t be here without you. And thank you @ifachicago for the use of your amazing space @cinespace_chicago!
Chicago’s landmarked @fineartsbuilding is home to two of the city’s oldest surviving theatres. The @studebaker_theater (pictured here) dates from 1898. Opened in a space originally built as a #studebaker carriage showroom, the theatre sat 1,200 with 34 box seats. As with many theatres, it was remodeled and reconfigured numerous times. At one point it served as a #moviehouse and was divided into 4 screens. After the latest renovation, it has returned to life as a #liveperformance space. It is currently home to @waitwaitnpr #theaterinsuriname #liveeventinsurance
The building housing the #parktheatre in #hollandmi dates from 1886. It was originally a woodworking mill and feed store. It was converted into a #moviehouse in 1920. Films ran until 1984 and then the theatre was dark until 1998. Next it was renovated into a #liveperformance space. #filminsurance #productioninsurance #liveeventinsurance
The #abandoned #nationaltheatre from 1911 in downtown #detroit. Designed by #albertkahn in the #beauxarts style as a #vaudeville house. It later became an #xrated❌ #moviehouse. It’s fate is currently uncertain as it’s in rough shape. But it’s listing on the #nationalhistoricregister may help. #filminsurance #productioinsurance
The #paramounttheatre in #aurorail opened in 1931 with #airconditioning! It operated as a #moviepalace until the 1970s. In 1978 it reopened as a #liveperformance venue. It backs up to the #foxtheatre building from 1910. #johnsonese #productioninsurance #filminsurance #theatreinsurance #liveeventinsurance
Cyber security is nothing to mess with when it comes to your business. Take a look at some tips the FTC put together and read more about it on their website. #cybersecurity #protectbusinesses
The SunTimes published a recent editorial about the importance of small arts organizations. The arts are the center of communities around the world, but after the pandemic many small arts, theatres, music venues and other cultural organizations are having a hard time staying open. It is always important to support your local arts organizations, but now more than ever! #SupportTheArts #ChicagoCommunity.
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Todays #TermTuesday is Abuse and Molestation Coverage. While this can be a sensitive and difficult topic to talk about, it is important. For more information contact a Johnsonese agent using the link in our bio.
Princess Diana's iconic sheep sweater is estimated to sell for over $50,000 at an auction in September. Whether it's family treasures, jewelry or even famous sweaters like this, having the proper insurance for your collectibles is important. To learn more about what insurance suits your needs, contact a Johnsonese agent using the link in our bio. #Collectibles #PrivateClientInsurance #johnsonesebrokerage
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In today's #artnews, Jean Dubuffet's 29-foot sculpture officially titled "Monument with Standing Beast" but nicknamed by Chicagoans "Snoopy in a Blender", is now getting placed in the Art Institute of Chicago. The #ArtInstituteofChicago houses some of the most famous pieces, and even offers free days for Chicago citizens. #SupportTheArts #Chicago #artinsurance
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This #TermTuesday we are learning about Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA). Have questions? Contact an agent using the link in our bio. #terrorismriskinsuranceact #tria #Chicago #insurance
Detroit’s #majestictheatre from 1915 was built as a legitimate #playhouse with 1,651 seats. But in the 1920s it was converted to a #moviehouse. In the 1930s it was given a new #artdeco facade as a result of the widening of #woodwardavenue. The #moviehouse failed in the 1950s, and the space was used by a church and retail stores. It reopened as a #concerthall in 1987. #filminsurance #musicinsurance
#bonstelletheatre in #detroit has an interesting history starting in 1902 as a #synagogue. After the congregation moved, the building was acquired by an actress named Bonstelle who converted it to a live performance space. In 1932 it became a #moviehouse called the Mayfair. #waynestateuniversity acquired the building in 1952 and restored it to a performance space. It closed in May of 2023 when Wayne State moved to a purpose built #theatre space. The original building was designed by #albertkahn. #filminsurance #theatreinsurance #johnsonese #vacantbuilding
Have you met one of our licensed agents, Dennis Dean? Swipe to the next page to read more about him! Get in contact with Dennis or Johnsonese through our website in our bio. #Johnsonese #Insurance #chicago
Todays Term Tuesday is Coinsurance on Property Insurance. This can be a complicated concept, so reach out to a Johnsonese agent with the link in our bio to figure out how we can help you! #Coinsurance #PropertyInsurance #Johnsonese
Last night Johnsonese Founder, Chris Johnson, and new employee, Rob Schehr, attended the Midwest Film Festival at the Gene Siskel Film Center. Johnsonese Brokerage loves to support the film industry, especially here in Chicago! For inquiries on insuring your future projects, check out our website www.johnsonese.com #chicago #filminchicago #midwestfilmfestival @midwestfilm #filminsurance
@fortknoxstudios hosted the second meeting of the group @acclivusinc which is a community organization that provides violence intervention programs to help people in Chicago’s most vulnerable neighborhoods. They opened up their recording studios for the group to freestyle and have fun making new music. It's so great to see organizations create new opportunities for the youth and the entertainment industry, and to have @fortknoxstudios right next door to us! #Chicago #JohnsoneseBrokerage #musicindustry #entertainmentinsurance
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This Term Tuesday we’re taking a look at Third Party Property Damage (TPPD). Need help determining your TPPD limit? Contact an agent with the link in our bio. #termtuesday #insurance #thirdpartypropertydamage #johnsonese
#fishertheatre in Detroit’s #artdeco #fisherbuilding from 1928. The Theatre originally included #mayanrevival decorations with real banana trees and live macaws that the audience could feed. It was remodeled in 1961 to a #midcenturymodern decor. It became a #moviehouse during part of its life but today primarily hosts touring #broadway shows. It seats about 2,100. #johnsonese #theatreinsurance #filminsurance
Today’s #TermTuesday is Inflation Guard! Read about Inflation Guard here and contact an agent with link in our bio to figure out the proper inflation guard limit for your home or business! #Johnsonese #Inflation #InflationGuard #insurance
What a weekend!
Saturday, Dennis and Chris celebrated our client Telesto for their 3rd anniversary. Congrats Telesto!
Sunday, members of the Johnsonese team enjoyed our client @ableensemble contemporary rendition of a Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Here at Johnsonese Brokerage, we love supporting our clients and their work! #Johnsonese #Insurance #Chicago
Welcome to Term Tuesday! Every Tuesday we will be posting an insurance related topic and explain a little about it. For more questions use the link in our bio to contact an agent. Today’s term is Inland Marine Insurance. #inlandmarineinsurance #termtuesday #insurance #johnsonese
Our other office is located in Cinespace Studios! Cinespace Studios is a premier studio and service provider in Chicago for film, TV and commercials with 36 active stages and production offices/spaces. Our office space is in The Hub at Cinespace with @ifachicago . The Independent Film Alliance provides the community and resources to build a diverse & sustainable industry of indie content creators. We also share this space with our client @mezclamediacollective . We love to work in an environment that uplifts the film and entertainment industry and be able to be see the behind-the-scenes at @cinespacestudios . #CinespaceStudios #Chicago #Insurance #JohnsoneseInsurance #filminsurance #productioninsurance
Knickpoint Ventures broke ground last week on the 22 acre property at Diversey and Pulaski Road to move forward on a plan for The Fields Studio. Great news for the Chicago film industry, we wish Fields Studio much success! #Chicago #fieldsstudio #filminsurance #productioninsurance
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#foxtheatredetroit is a beautifully preserve #moviepalace from 1928. It is the largest surviving movie palace from the 1920s and seats 5,048. The more is more interior features Burmese, Chinese, Indian, and Persian motifs. Many #motown artist performed at the Fox. Today it is a live event space. #johnsonese #filminsurance #productioninsurance #liveeventinsurance #musicinsurance
June 1st officially marks the start of hurricane season. This is always a good reminder to get prepared in advance of any storms. And remember, you don’t have to live on the coast to experience storm damage. #HurricaneSeason #Insurance #Johnsonese
One of our offices is at @2112chi . 2112 is Chicago’s first business incubator focused on the development of entrepreneurs in entertainment, creative industries, and lifestyle brands. We love the unique spaces 2112 offers as well as its collaborative approach to co-working settings. It is great to be surrounded by a few of our own clients and like-minded individuals in our market areas! A few of our clients here are @soundvaultstudios @noteworthymedianetwork @melissathornleyconsulting @12linestudio @jaxturyna @goldpointstudio #2112 #Chicago #Johnsonese
The Supreme Court has ruled that #AndyWarhol infringed on a photographer's #copyright on a photo of #Prince. My guess is that Warhol didn’t think he was doing anything wrong when he created his portraits of Prince using the photo in question. That’s one of the key reasons to have insurance—you don’t always know when you have stepped over a line. #EandOinsurance
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#alvintheatre in #westtownchicago opened in 1914 with 514 seats. The #moviehouse showed films into the 1970s and is today a retail store. #filminsurance #productioninsurance
Originally the #avenuecinema from 1931. The #moviehouse specialized in foreign films. It later became the #artcinema and finally #harristheater. It’s located in the #pennlibraryhistoricdistrict in #pittsburgh. The tiny auditorium seats 194. #filminsurance
#benedumcenter in #pittsburgh is a #performingarts center. It opened in 1928 as a #moviepalace called the #stanleytheatre. It seats 2,800 and is home to the #pittsburghopera and #pittsburghballettheatre. #entertainmentinsurance #filminsurnace #theatreinsurance
#loewspenntheatre now #heinzhall in #pittsburgh. Opened in 1927, the #moviepalace sat 2,669 on three levels. Falling into disrepair in the 1960s, it was converted to the home of the #pittsburghsymphonyorchestra #filminsurance #theatreinsurance #liveeventinsurance
#croswelloperahouse (originally #adrianunionhall) dates to 1866 in #adrianmichigan. Originally a live performance space, it was converted to a #moviehouse in 1919 and then back to live performances in 1968. It’s the oldest continuously operating theatre in Michigan. #movieinsurance #theatreinsurance
#rialtosquaretheatre in #jolietillinois is a #vaudeville house and #moviepalace from 1926. It’s #neobaroque design includes a huge, intact lobby with an 18 foot tall chandelier, and an auditorium seating 1,966. #filminsurance #theatreinsurance #liveeventinsurance
#palaciodebellasartes in #mexicocity from 1904-1934 is both a live performance space and a museum. The exterior is primarily #neoclassical while the interior is #artdeco featuring #murals by #diegorivera, #siqueiros and others. #artinsurance #theatreinsurance
@concordhall is a live performance space with capacity for 1,490 music fans in Chicago’s #logansquare neighborhood. It’s known for featuring hip-hop, indie rock, and dub step groups. Plus the building has a #mural featuring #robinwilliams! #entertainmentinsurance #musicinsurance
#congresstheater is a huge building in Chicago’s #logansquare neighborhood. Opened in 1926, it contained a 2,904 seat #moviepalace plus 17 storefronts and 54 apartments. It was converted to a 3,500 seat #concertvenue but has sat empty since 2013. There have been numerous plans to save it, but the current plan may succeed because it includes an experienced local developer, @aegpresents as the concert-promoter, and most importantly, $20 million from the city. #entertainmentinsurance #filminsurance #liveeventinsurance
#MillerTheatre opened in 1927 with 1,000 seats for films and #vaudeville. Interestingly it was built on the site of the former #PrincessTheatre mad later expanded into the 1912 #BeverleyTheatre building. At one time it was called #Dollarodeon and now it’s the #woodstocktheatre. #entertainmentinsurance #filminsurance
The El Tovar Theatre opened in 1929 as a #moviehouse and #vaudeville theatre. Apparently it was nearly destroyed by a bomb that same year. Today it is the @rauecenterforthearts, a live performance space. The #missionstyle interior has been retained. #entertainmentinsurance #filminsurance #theatreinsurance
#woodstockoperahouse in ##woodstockil in 1889 for touring #vaudeville, #minstrel, and drama shows. It’s one of the oldest continuously operating performance spaces in the US. #entertainmentinsurance #theatreinsurance
Congrats to our Dennis Dean on serving as Illinois president for the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors! Dennis is a leader in our industry and he’s our specialist on #groupbenefits and #lifeinsurance.
#belmonttheater was a #spanishbaroque #moviepalace in #lakeviewchicago from 1926. It was designed for films and live performances. In the 1960’s it was converted to a bowling alley. In 1996 a condo complex was built on the site with only the #terracotta facade being saved. #filminsurance
#lakeshoretheatre in #uptownchicago opened in 1915 as a 1,000 seat #moviehouse. It closed in 1966 and later served as a dance center for #columbiacollegechicago and a youth center. #filminsurance #productioninsurance
#mountbakertheatre in #bellinghamwa is a 1,500 seat #moviepalace in the #spanishmoorishstyle from 1927. It’s still active today being used for live events and films. #productioninsurance #filminsurance #liveeventinsurance
#deerpaththeatre in #lakeforestillinois from 1928 in #neotudor style. It had an #atmospheric style auditorium and a balcony. It closed in 1987 and was converted to a shopping center. #filminsurance
#varsitytheater in #evanston, IL built in 1926 as a #moviepalace in #frenchchateau style. It closed in 1988 and the orchestra level was converted to (currently vacant) retail space. Supposedly the original proscenium and ceiling still exist, but are hidden from view. #filminsurance
#libertytheatre in #toledoohio. Opened in 1924 with 866 seats, it closed as a #moviehouse in 1955. It was converted to a church in 1963 with a new facade and a bell tower. #filminsurance
#ohiotheatre in #toledoohio built in 1921 was the city’s last operating neighborhood #moviehouse. It was used in more recent times for live events, but now appears to be vacant. #filminsurance
#desplainesillinois #masonictemple building from 1924. Auditorium on second floor has been used for films and live performances. Recently purchased by the city to be included in an entertainment district. #filminsurance #theatreinsurance
#WestwardTheatre in #toledoohio opened 1927 as a #moviehouse and was later a live performance space and church. It now appears to be vacant. #filminsurance #productioninsurance
#desplaines theatre in Illinois opened in 1925 as a #moviehouse and #vaudevilletheatre. Today it’s a live performance space. #filminsurance #liveeventinsurance
#appolos2000 is an event space in #littlevillagechicago that opened as the #marshallsquaretheater in 1917. Built for both #vaudeville acts and films, it closed in the 1970s. The vintage #projectionroom is still in tact. Thanks @openhousechicago! #filminsurance #productioninsurance
Got to see the interior of the #centralparktheater in #northlawndalechicago. Thanks @openhousechicago! Historically important as an early #moviepalace from 1917–the first to have air conditioning! #filminsurance #productioninsurance
#theforumchicago is a live performance venue in #bronzevillechicago from 1897. Originally used for social and political events, in the 1920’s it became an important venue for African-American musicians. Thanks #openhousechicago! Efforts continue to restore the building. #entertainmentinsurance #musicinsurance
Originally the #AvalonTheater, later the #NewRegalTheater, is a #moorish #moviepalace from 1927 on the south side of Chicago. It became a noted venue for African-American performers. Thanks @openhousechicago! #filminsurance #productioinsurance
Opened in 1927 this former #moviehouse in #bentonvillearkansas is now a guitar store. It also served as headquarters for the 2022 #bentonvillefilmfestival. #filminsurance
Broadway’s New Amsterdam Theatre open for live performances in 1903 with 1,702 seats. Plus it had a roof theatre called the Aerial Gardens. The lobby and a narrow 10-story office tower face 42nd St and the auditorium faces 41st St. It was home to the #ziegfeldfollies from 1913 to 1927. It became a #moviehouse in 1937. Disney renovated it back to a live performance space in 1997 and continues to operate it. Unfortunately, the roof theatre remains unused. #theatreinsurance
Central Park Theater in Chicago’s #Lawndale neighborhood. Built in 1917 as a #moviehouse, it was the first to include mechanical #airconditioning. It was converted to a church in 1971. The church is said to have preserved the original interior, but the building needs major repairs. @preservationchicago has put it on their #chicago7 most endangered buildings for this reason. #filminsurance #productioninsurance
The #lindotheatre in #freeportillinois opened in 1922 for #vaudeville acts. It is now a #moviehouse that has been expanded to 9 screens. Fun fact: it’s named for Lincoln and Douglas who held one of their famous debates in Freeport. #entertainmentinsurance #filminsurance
#cibctheatre opened in #theloop in 1906 for #vaudeville as the #majestictheatre. It’s remained a live performance space throughout its life and is now owned by the #nederlanderorganization. It has a unique double #proscenium. Sadly the purpose was to segregate the audience. #entertainmentinsurance #theatreinsurance
@coronadopac in #rockfordillinois from 1927. It seats 2,400 and is know for its lavish interior and #atmospheric auditorium. It was designed for movies and live events and is home to the @rockfordsymphony. #theatreinsurance #entertainmentinsurance
Grand Opera House in #dubuqueiowa from 1890. Built in the #richardsonianromanesque style it originally seated 1,100. It was converted to a #moviehouse in 1928 and then re-converted for live performances in the 1980s. #grandoperahousedubuque #entertainmentinsurance #theatreinsurance
#TimesTheatre in #rockfordillinois. This #artdeco #moviehouse was built in 1938. Notice the curved glass blocks above the #marquee. Apparently it been vacant since 2013 and was most recently a bar. #entertainmentinsurance #filminsurance
Johnny Appleseed Theatre in #MifflinOH. It was built for a single show that only lasted two seasons. Looks in good shape considering it’s basically #abandoned. Hopefully the town finds another use for it. #entertainmentinsurance Photo credit @throwingsofas
@hollywoodpantagestheatre is an #artdeco palace opened in 1930 for #vaudeville. The original plans for the building included 10 floors of office space but these were never built due to the crash of 1929. It became primarily a #moviehouse during the depression and was converted back to a live performance space in 1977. From 1949 through 1959 it hosted the #oscars. Today it’s operated by the #nederlanderorganization showing #broadway traveling shows. #entertainmentinsurance #theatreinsurance
#mayantheater in #losangeles from 1927. Originally a live performance space, it became a #moviehouse and is now a nightclub. Many of the #mayanrevival architectural details remain intact. #entertainmentinsurance #filminsurance #liveeventinsurance
@thepickwicktheatre in #parkridgeillinois opened in 1928 for #vaudeville shows and movies. In 1990 and 2017 additional screens were added to the beautifully preserved #artdeco palace. It’s named for the #charlesdickens novel “The Pickwick Papers”. #entertainmentinsurance #filminsurance
The famous #cinerama in LA on #sunsetboulevard. It’s #geodesicdome created a unique film viewing experience. Let’s hope it gets saved! #filminsurance #productioninsurance
#plazatheatre in #palmsprings. Built in 1936, it was a #moviehouse until 1989. Then it was used as a live performance space until 2014. There is now an effort to raise funds to save it. #entertainmentinsurance #filminsurance #theatreinsurance
@lagrangetheatre in #lagrangeil. Originally opened as a live performance space in 1925, it was converted to a single screen #moviehouse in the 1940s or 50s. Over the years it was divided into four screens. #entertainmentinsurance #filminsurance
#maumeeindoortheatre near #toledoohio. Built in 1946 in #streamlinemoderne style it’s always been a #moviehouse. It was converted to two screens at some point. #filminsurance #entertainmentinsurance
@the.rose.theatre in #omaha was built in 1926 in #moorish and classical styles. It was built as an #atmospheric theatre. Interestingly, it was converted into a #bowlingalley for a short time. Today it’s a children’s theatre. #entertainmentinsurance #theatreinsurance
#orpheumomaha built in 1927 on the site of the the Creighton Theatre from 1895. The Orpheum was a #vaudeville house, then a #moviehouse, and now a live performance space. #entertainmentinsurance #theatreinsurance