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Royale Theatre

5123 Whittier Blvd. East Los Angeles, CA 90022 | map |

Opened: 1942 or so. It was on the north side of the street two blocks west of Atlantic Blvd. The Royale was across the street from the United Artists/Alameda Theatre. Also nearby was the Golden Gate. Bill Gabel notes that the Royale was operated by Fox West Coast.

Architect: Unknown

Seating: 694

Closing: The closing date is unknown.

Status: The former theatre space was used for retail after closing. It's now a laundromat.



The facade in 2007. Thanks to Ken McIntyre for the photo.



The east side of the building in 2007. It's another photo by Ken McIntyre.



A view west in 2019 with a bit of the United Artists on the left and the former Royale Theatre building as a very yellow laundromat. Photo: Google Maps

More Information: See the Cinema Treasures page on the Royale Theatre.

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