KSPS Documentaries
The War Years
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Movies and live shows at the Fox offer a much needed distraction during the 1940s.
Movies and live shows at the Fox offer a much needed distraction during the 1940s.
KSPS Documentaries is a local public television program presented by KSPS PBS
KSPS Documentaries
The War Years
Clip: Special | 2m 14sVideo has Closed Captions
Movies and live shows at the Fox offer a much needed distraction during the 1940s.
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The Fox becomes a gathering place for the Spokane community. (3m 1s)
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Construction of the Fox begins right after the stock market crash of 1929. (3m 47s)
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The renovation heads toward the finish line (5m 5s)
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Store fronts are gutted and equipment is stripped as part of the renovation process (3m 12s)
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Fox showcases great performances from the 1950s through the 1970's (4m 1s)
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The Spokane Symphony moves into the Fox and fine tunes the auditorium’s acoustics. (2m 49s)
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Work begins on transforming the Fox from a movie theater to a performing arts facility. (3m 11s)
Restoration: Art Deco Elements
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Great attention is made to preserve the art deco elements of the Fox. (5m 43s)
Restoration: Auditorium Ceiling
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Great work is put into preserving rather than re-creating the auditorium ceiling. (3m 39s)
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The wall murals are repainted and preserved to closely match the original murals. (4m 49s)
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The Spokane Symphony steps in to save the Fox from destruction (2m 21s)
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