FOLLOWUP: Admiral Theater expects digital projectors in June

(WSB photo: February marquee message at The Admiral, announcing the renovation plan)
The city-landmark Admiral Theater says its renovations – announced in February – are finally about to begin. It’s just announced that “two new state-of-the-art NEC Digital Laser Projectors will be installed early next month.” The theater’s announcement explains:

Laser technology offers an unparalleled viewing experience that is brighter, crisper and highlights the intensity of colors unlike traditional digital cinema projectors. In addition, moviegoers watching 3D films will view an image much brighter than is seen in systems now in use.

Utilizing a laser light source in lieu of traditional projector bulbs also extends the life of the projector and eliminates gradual dimming of images as a bulb begins to wear out.

“Everything we will be doing as a part of this renovation is designed to create a superior viewing experience and facility that while functionally modern, respects viewer comfort and the historical character of the theater,” said Jeff Brein of Far Away Entertainment, which operates and manages the theater. “We wanted the very best and latest projection technology to accompany what we’re planning with seating, sound, carpeting, new restrooms our concessions area and historical preservation. These initial laser projectors represent a first step in a journey that will culminate in a beautiful neighborhood theater.”

The permitting process for the Admiral will soon begin with the City of Seattle, while discussions with historical and neighborhood groups will be well underway this summer.

The Admiral says it’s now hoping to have renovations complete by this year’s holiday season.

10 Replies to "FOLLOWUP: Admiral Theater expects digital projectors in June"

  • JanS May 13, 2015 (3:05 pm)

    YAY!

  • Movie Maven May 13, 2015 (3:17 pm)

    Will the lasers in the projectors zap the rats that routinely scurry around the Admiral theater in the darkness?

  • movie goer May 13, 2015 (3:26 pm)

    Saw the Avengers movie at the Admiral. It’s great to see first run films in the neighborhood.
    Wish we could have seen it in digital, but there will be other opportunities in the future.
    Hope they won’t raise their prices.

  • West Sea Neighbor May 13, 2015 (3:30 pm)

    Will they have draft beer and wine? That would make for a cool movie outing.

  • heather May 13, 2015 (9:11 pm)

    YES!

  • me May 13, 2015 (11:45 pm)

    I already miss film. Oh well.

  • Al May 14, 2015 (6:37 am)

    this is very exciting news! This is similar technology to what just got installed over at the Pacific Center IMAX.

  • m May 14, 2015 (6:51 am)

    Hope the city doesn’t get rid of a ton of street parking between now and completion. Would love to be able to park while watching a movie.

  • 4k? May 14, 2015 (7:09 am)

    Will the new projectors be 2k or 4k resoution?

  • Cid May 14, 2015 (9:03 am)

    So very glad someone is investing in this movie house! Great to have a theater in West Seattle but it sure did need some TLC.

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