Alpine theater shines light on history as it nears 100th anniversary
Bay Ridge’s sole remaining movie theater plans to celebrate its centennial next year with a look back and a look forward.
Alpine Cinema, which opened in June 1921, was forced to temporarily shut its doors in March due to the COVID outbreak, but has vowed to stay open to mark its historic milestone.
The managers of the theater, at 6817 Fifth Ave., recently made a discovery that harks back to its earliest days: four light fixtures that were part of the original interior. They also plan to give the theater a different look for its big birthday.