What a joy it was on the evening of May 24, 2021, to join a group of friends in Battle Creek, Michigan, for a nostalgic tour -- remotely -- of the city's myriad theatrical offerings over the past 120 years. All in less than 90 minutes!
In addition to being the onetime Cereal Capital of the World, the historical record shows that Battle Creek also was a notable place for cinematic entertainment. There were good reasons for that, generally because of the affluence generated by the cereal industry, as well as the presence of a huge military base and a U.S. Army hospital.
We touched on many high points and even some low ones. Our own brief visit to the local porn theater -- for rather magical reasons -- produces some chuckles here.
Many thanks to our knowledgeable fellow panelists -- especially our esteemed friend and former journalism boss Michael McCullough -- for a great conversation!
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