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Metro Theater Reborn as Upper West Side Art House

4/7/2025

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The iconic Metro Theater in New York City, shuttered since 2005, has found new life as the Upper West Side Cinema Center acquires it for $6.9 million. With support from state grants and private donations, this nonprofit aims to transform it into a vibrant five-screen art house, fulfilling Governor Hochul's vision for a cultural hub in the community.

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Story summary

The iconic Metro Theater in New York City, shuttered since 2005, has found new life as the Upper West Side Cinema Center acquires it for $6.9 million. With support from state grants and private donations, this nonprofit aims to transform it into a vibrant five-screen art house, fulfilling Governor Hochul's vision for a cultural hub in the community.