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Castro
Castro Halloween Returns to Its Roots With Costume Contest & Film Screenings
While the days of the once-legendary Castro Halloween block party have long passed, plans are currently in the works for a community-based event with a costume contest, film screenings at the Castro Theatre, and storefront activations.
Art Installation 'Castro Street Seen' Showcases Neighborhood's History On Vacant Storefront Windows
Last weekend and just in time for Pride, a new art installation was revealed on the windows outside the former restaurant and bar Harvey's and smoke shop Puff 'n Stuff at 18th and Castro streets.
Another Planet's Castro Theatre Plans Approved by City Commissions, With Caveats
In a joint hearing on Thursday that lasted over seven hours, the San Francisco Planning and Historic Preservation Commissions approved Another Planet Entertainment's proposed changes to the 101-year-old Castro Theatre.
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Castro Theatre Conservancy releases alternate Castro Theatre plans with return of repertory film & daily events [Updated]
On Thursday, the nonprofit Castro Theatre Conservancy announced its alternate operating plan for the historic Castro Theatre, which includes a major capital campaign, and a pledge to show films in repertory 200 days per year.
'Behind the Seats': Another Planet Entertainment tests proposed Castro Theatre seating options
Last week, Another Planet Entertainment (APE) took Hoodline on a 'behind the seats' tour of the historic Castro Theatre, which included viewing a mockup of the proposed seating changes and touring the backstage area.
