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4 unusual facts about Roadshow theatrical release


Broken Laws

Its sensational tone, and the roadshow engagement with her personal appearances, were a direct precursor to the later 1930s exploitation films of Kroger Babb and others.

Entr'acte

Most of the film adaptations of Broadway musicals shown in roadshow format feature entr'actes during the intermission, which make use of music from the production.

Modern Motherhood

Originally released in 1934, it would gain fame by being presented in the style of later road show filmmakers such as Kroger Babb and David F. Friedman, as it was presented around the country and typically featured a "Dynamic Sex Lecture" at each performance.

Punch Records

From this, Birmingham City Council became involved and have since used Punch for various events including a roadshow in Centenary Square during Birmingham's European Capital of Culture 2008 bid.


Rivoli Theatre

Rivoli Theatre, a roadshow movie theater, formerly located at 1620 Broadway in New York City, opposite the Brill Building


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