|
Folly Theatre
2009 Photo from the Scott Neff collection
|
|
501 Opelousas Ave
New Orleans LA
 |
| Record #12520 |
Opened: November 15, 1915
Closed: May 31, 1961
Current Use:
Demolished:
|
Capacity: 1830 seats
Architect(s):
Architectural Style(s):
National Register:
Current Organ: none |
| Also Known As: Foto's Folly |
| Previously operated by: United Theaters |
Information for this tour was contributed by Michael J Rouillier. (On the corner of Opelousas and Nunez St.)
Foto's Folly predates any other theater in the Algiers section of New Orleans. Constructed before the Depression, the Folly was host to live stage acts, motion pictures as well as numerous major political events. Closed by the 1950's, this large wooden theater is currently being used as a Baptist Church. The structure is in pristine condition, but the marque and external stairs to the balcony have been removed.
The Folly is located within blocks of the Abalon and Algy theaters. The Abalon, Algy and Folly have all been externally restored, but are no longer used as movie theaters. Photos
Photos remain the property of the Member and may not be reproduced without the written consent of the Member. |
November 2009 photos from the Scott Neff collection.
112 KB · 625x469 | 
111 KB · 625x469 | 
104 KB · 625x469 | 
114 KB · 469x625 | 
121 KB · 625x469 |
128 KB · 625x469 | 
100 KB · 625x469 |
Return to the top of this page or Return to the main page
Last featured 2002-12-27. Last edited 12/15/2012.
| |
Fandango
Buy movie tickets, look up showtimes, watch trailers and more! |
|
|
|
