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So I came across a couple of guys taking down the drive-in theatre screen, so this might mean something, either winter has caused people to not go to drive-ins anymore, the Moonstruck in Midway's East River project has overtaken the market or this project is about to start up. Hoping for the latter.

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Per the drive in website it looks like December was a "soft launch" with discounted ticket rates. I'm thinking they may be prepping for something more permanent. (https://rooftopcinemaclub.com/houston/venue/the-drive-in-at-eado/)

I have a feeling the development of this lot for "The Mill" may not take place in the short term. I haven't seen any paperwork for restrictions or permitting yet.

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1 hour ago, ljchou said:

Per the drive in website it looks like December was a "soft launch" with discounted ticket rates. I'm thinking they may be prepping for something more permanent. (https://rooftopcinemaclub.com/houston/venue/the-drive-in-at-eado/)

You're probably right. The shipping containers were taken down today. Looks like they are also bringing in some stones to lay out as a non-grass surface in the lot.

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Rooftop Cinema officially opens The Drive-In off Navigation

Joey Guerra January 8, 2021Updated: January 8, 2021, 11:29 am

 

The Drive-In off Navigation is ready for its close-up.

Rooftop Cinema Club's newest venture has its grand opening Jan. 21 at 2300 Runnels with what is being billed as the largest screen in the city at 64 feet. It replaces the recently closed Drive-In at Sawyer Yards.

Screenings kick off with the 1993 blockbuster "Jurassic Park" (early) and "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy" (late). The venue can hold up to 200 cars, all spaced  teen feet apart in accordance with social distancing. Concessions will be available from Kurbside Eatz and Sizzles HTX. Masks will be required to go to the restroom, pick up concessions or anytime you're outside a vehicle.

The grand opening follows last month’s soft opening, which included several screenings of "Elf."

The venue will be open Wednesday-Sunday, with two screenings per night. Tickets are $22–36 per vehicle, depending on vehicle occupancy and day, and are on sale now. Children ages three and younger will not count as vehicle occupants.

January schedule

Jan. 21: "Jurassic Park" (7:30 p.m.) and "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy" (10:30 p.m.)

Jan. 22: "Up" (7:30 p.m.) and "Friday" (10 p.m.)

Jan. 23: "The Little Mermaid," (6:15 p.m.) "Dazed and Confused" (8:30 p.m.) and "Nightmare on Elm Street" (original, 11:15 p.m.)

Jan. 24: "Sonic the Hedgehog" (6:15 p.m.) and "Love Jones" (9 p.m.)

Jan. 27: "Back to the Future" (7:30 p.m.) and "BlacKkKlansman" (community screening, 10:15 p.m.)

Jan. 28: "Grease" (7:30 p.m.) and "Fight Club" (10:30 p.m.)

Jan. 29: "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" (7:30 p.m.) and "The Wood" (10:30 p.m.)

Jan. 30: "Finding Nemo" (6:30 p.m.) and "The Breakfast Club" (9:15 p.m.)
 
Jan. 31: "Coco" (6:30 p.m.) and "Pulp Fiction" (9:15 p.m.)

https://preview.houstonchronicle.com/movies-tv/rooftop-cinema-officially-opens-the-drive-in-off-15855464

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Would be really cool if Houston could build something similar to San Antonio's Pearl District somewhere on the East End. Seems like the perfect vibe for it. Feels like we don't really have any grand farmer market type areas established and San Antonio's is absolutely massive with many tents and offerings. 

At first this project kind of reminded me of it but I am not so sure anymore.

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On 1/23/2021 at 3:05 AM, wilcal said:

My first thought for a Pearl a la Houston would be the coffee plant, but honestly it might not be big enough. Surely these large industrial users in the East End will start to fall and someone will go big. 

When thinking of the Pearl in San Antonio I think the best location for recreating that historical setting would be Imperial in Sugar Land. You definitely lose the proximity to downtown but just a couple of cents to throw in the pile.

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1 hour ago, EastEndHeritage said:

What happened with the drive-in theater? Last time I checked, their website announced all screening have been postponed. .

I have two main suspicions:

1. Tech issues (I have seen them running what is clearly AV tests recently)

2. Parking issues.

 

Regarding 2: the lot there is very soft. They only brought in a few trucks of rocks to pave it. I suspect this creates a giant mud pit after it rains. I suspect this is the primary reason for the closure as I have seen a few 18 wheelers dropping off materials recently.

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Good to know the time table on this, we need more of these predominately market-rate housing and premium office and retail developments to come online in this area soon, to help offset all of the affordable housing planned. 

It is nice to see a developer in tune with the history of the area and going out of their way to emphasize not only reuse of existing buildings but using materials that are consistent with existing building styles.

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  • The title was changed to The Mill: Mixed-Use In EaDo
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1 hour ago, EastEndHeritage said:

Does anyone know what is the reason for Rooftop Cinema stopping movie screenings?

No idea, and the website isn't much help. I see people over there periodically, but they don't seem to be working to "fix" anything. It has been a mystery.

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On 7/24/2021 at 12:55 PM, sapo2367 said:

I hope this lives up to the renders! The wood construction will be really unique :)

Its a Michael Hsu project. He has a good reputation of doing nearly exactly what he advertises. I don't see anything, from a professional's viewpoint, which could not be done from what has been exhibited.

If you are interested in what this project looks like then take a look at the threads for 888 Westheimer, The M.K.L, and Zadok Jewelers. All Michael Hsu projects of different types, with the same style of eclectic materials, and wide range of uses in each project.

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On 7/9/2021 at 12:08 PM, EastEndHeritage said:

Does anyone know what is the reason for Rooftop Cinema stopping movie screenings?

I guess Rooftop wont be coming back to this location.

"Sad news for fans of the cinema club’s buzzy drive-in movie experience, The Drive-In off Navigation. “We’re sad to say that due to complications with city permitting, we aren’t able to re-open this venue,” the email notes."

https://houston.culturemap.com/news/entertainment/08-05-21-rooftop-cinema-club-uptown-blvd-place-tickets-august-11-september-movies/

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2 minutes ago, EastEndHeritage said:

I guess Rooftop wont be coming back to this location.

"Sad news for fans of the cinema club’s buzzy drive-in movie experience, The Drive-In off Navigation. “We’re sad to say that due to complications with city permitting, we aren’t able to re-open this venue,” the email notes."

https://houston.culturemap.com/news/entertainment/08-05-21-rooftop-cinema-club-uptown-blvd-place-tickets-august-11-september-movies/

Cool, now start construction on The Mill. Thanks

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  • The title was changed to The Mill: Mixed-Use At 2219 Canal St.
  • The title was changed to The Mill: Mixed-Use at 2315 Navigation Blvd

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