Movie Review!!!

I only have a few minutes, but before I run off to take my son to karate at Diversity martial Arts I wanted to start a new post. And I think because I love to write so much, I have come up with an idea to write movie reviews. The only disclosure is that these are of the opinions of myself and only me.  It is not affliated with the opinions or thoughts of the owners or employees of the Historic Cedar Theatre.

I grew up watching the movie critics. They gave thumbs up and thumbs down and their interaction with each other was daunting.  I loved that they stuck to their opinions but were gracious enough to be respectful of each others opinions.

The Historic Cedar Theatre has a new movie this week.  The new movie is Expendenbles 2. It is rate R and many of you will instantly think..."Oh my gosh, a RATED R-how could they do this-I thought this was a family theatre." So many may not attend because of this and this is why I have decided to start adding my opinion and write my own movie review.

I have seen 2 rated R movies in the last 15 years. And Expendebles 2 was one of them. This movie featured Arnold, Sly, the Transporter Hottie, Bruce Willis, Chuck Norris, and the man from the Old Spice commercials.

I give this movie 2 Thumbs up...It had every element of surprise- Laughter, Tears, Intensity, Action, Fear.. Granted it was rated R for violence. It showed blood, guts, stabbings etc. But the story line and the love and loyalty these characters had for each other was phenomenal. And unlike Total Recal which was rated PG-13, Expendebles had ZERO sex scenes, no kissing, and no "F" word. I was so surprised because we know Bruce Willis who is the Die Hard celebrity who lives for the "F" word in that movie.  But honest to goodness-not ONE!! I would recommend this movie to anyone...

So go to the Historic Cedar Theatre and experience an action packed movie..

If you want something less violent and fun then go see Ice Age 4-You can never get tired of the squirrel chasing the nut. And Saints & Soldiers is playing as well.

--Historic Theatre with Today's Entertainment!!!

FACEBOOK GRAND OPENING 2012

Hi!!! I am so excited for this moment.  It is the moment we have all been waiting for and you have all given me the strength to endure these last few months. The following information is everything you need to know to come have a ROCKIN Time..

Here it is---The Moment you have all been waiting for!!!

It is a RED Carpet EVENT!!!! Dress up if you like or just come as you are....

When: August 2, (This Thursday)
What: Facebook Grand Opening
Where: Historic Downtown Theatre (Main Street)
Cost $$: Free Admission

Time: Doors Open at 5pm..We will have Live Entertainment from 5-6:30pm.."Loose Connection"-Come Early and Rock with ME!!
Movie Times: 7:00pm & 9:30pm
Blue Theatre: Men in Black III
Red Theatre: Avengers

Items of importance:
You will NEED to get your tickets at the OUTSIDE BOOTH: Booth will open at 4pm...(this is our way of keeping track-just mention you are a FACEBOOK FAN!!)

If you dress up like one of the Movie Characters from Avengers or Men In Black 3 you will be given a FREE "Golden Ticket"

Come Early and have your picture taken with Characters from the movie and you will be able to purchase them from Zion's Photography at a REALLY great price....

My final Review

I am so overwhelmed with emotion and gratitude with all of the support of the facebook page and the blog.  It has all been a work and progress, from the time we talked about purchasing the Theatre to the actual idea that there will be a Grand Opening.  Everyone has been kind in their comments but yet not afraid to share their opinion.

Since the blog was a process of my collective thoughts and a way to get the message in a different way to the community (little more personal), I have decided to step a side and let this ship sail.  I have done everything I can at this point to help..Don't get me wrong-of course I'll be involved but I really won't be blogging about it anymore.  We have a new Executive Director-Rachel Bishop (adjunct teacher at SUU) who has great ideas, twitter set up and is highly involved with facebook and the website is awesome. It has taken a lot of the pressure off of me and I can go back to what I love to and that is my business at Raindance Cleaners and being a mom.

This is the beauty that the boys have set up-they are capable of putting the right people in the right place to handle the needs of the Theatre. And I know they have hired a crew that is very responsible, fun, kind and a very pleasing group.

So thank you for following me on this blog-I would get so excited to see how many people actually read it and clicked on it. I loved every minute of it.

I hope you will enjoy the Theatre as much as I will, and I hope you will continue to support Main Street and really enjoy the blessed community that we live in..This Theatre has really created a sense of belonging for me-I don't think I'll ever fit into the "good ole boy" club, but I do feel in my heart I belong to Cedar City, Utah.

PS-But if you ever need anything don't hesitate to let me know :)

Much Love and Thanks to all!!
Sadie Lee Pulsipher

SOOOO Close!!

Hi!!! I am sure that everyone is still on pins and needles on whether this Theatre is going to make it to the opening day.  It certainly hasn't gone without it's challenges but anything worth doing has to be a challenge.  I hope you have all been following the Facebook page. There are some great-updated photos and Christopher, Kolob Web Design, has done a fanastic job in doing what he needs to do to make it a very user-friendly sight.

The boys have been tirelessly working all businesses in their life, including personal. And I am so amazed at how well it has been balanced.  The kids get little opportunities to work with their Dad's and that makes the mom's happy because we get a little break..SHHH! Don't tell the boys :) They think we are at home cooking and cleaning. Hahah!!

But the reality is that the Theatre is Coming To a City near YOU!!-We have hired a Movie Broker to get our movies-Sony has approved us and we are waiting on a few others but this means once the INSPECTION is DONE-Hopefully today--then we can move faster on the finish work.

Everyone facebooks this question.....????? WHAT MOVIES ARE YOU GOING TO BE PLAYING? I hope I can answer this once and for all--WHO KNOWS??? haha!! We are going to be showing anything from Classics, Western's, Artsy, second run movies. We are going to show what you, the community show an interest in and what we think would be in our best interest. 

I want to thank YORK Cabinetry for using his skill of patience.  All the contractors have been very respectful, and completely fun to work with..but of course with the personality of the brother's you can't help but be in a crazy situation.

Oh!!! I almost did NOT forget Greg-he is our sound guy and he parked behind Shear D'Lite (thank you Teresa) with a motorhome- It was classic-totally something the boys would do.. I loved it. I'm just sorry I didn't a picture of it.  Greg has done a great job in setting up the sound-That Theatre will ROCK!! Literally.. ;)

There is more to share but to little time. Have a great night!!
Sadie P.

Progression and Patience

This is the moment we have all been waiting for....the progression of the movie theatre. I am so excited for this as many of you are and I definitely know "the boys" are ready to get this show on the road-Literally, haha!!!  Bonnie Char, she has done and incredible job taking the interior to a whole new era.  The Historic Theatre has a slogan, "Historic Experience, with today's entertainment" will resignate throughout the building. 

I want to give a special THANK YOU!! to Bonnie for being so patient with us. The boys have really had to let this be her job.  I think it funny when the boys try to be decoratively creatvie. :)  I am not saying men can't do it, but Bonnie has really had the patience and vision to take this Theatre to the next level.. You go GIRL!!!

Sheetrock is done, tape and texture is set and cabinets have been ordered. I will do my best to get you all pictures this weekend of the progression...In the meantime, this whole process, through the thick and the thin has been a learning experience and I can only hope we live up to the communities expectation and high hopes of bringing something fantastic to the community--

I need to put a SHOUT OUT----to Dr. Kevin Stein..He is in China doing some teaching and I hope he is following us across the world-Dr. Stein, you just might make it home in time for the Grand Opening...:)

Thanks again and we will chat soon.

xoxox

Loyal Followers!!

Lori
Marketing

To all my friends and families!!

I wanted to take time to get "personal" again. I want to first say thank you for all your support, it has really meant a lot to me. I have really enjoyed interracting with you and getting to know you.  But as many of you know I where many hats..I am a MOM, WIFE, Business Owner (Raindance Cleaners, Car wash), Full-time Student at SUU, friend, etc.... So I am relinquishing my passion of this Theatre to the newest Employee of Cedar Theatre..Lori has a great resume and has the vision the theatre needs to meet the needs of the Cedar City Community. 

The theatre has a new facebook page she has created and if you could go on facebook and like her page it will really give her the support she needs to move forward with this great adventure.

"HISTORIC CEDAR THEARE" is the official name of the Theatre. Right now as I type the sheetrock is being hung. Bonnie Char has picked out great colors and is picking out the lighting and getting everything ready to go. It is prospected date to open is in 6 weeks--WOW!! That will go so quickly.

Be assured that those of you who have "liked" MY facebook page will have the invites for the Facebook "soft" grand opening.  Lori is well aware of your love and support to this Theatre. Infact, I am creating the address book now and getting ready to have the "boys" design the postcards to be sent out to all of our Facebook supporters.  We will also have a community grand opening and open house.

And I want to remind you that the Historic Theatre will give you a "Historic Experience, with Today's Entertainment".

PS: The blog I will keep so I hope to keep the blog filled with my thougths, ideas and pictures of the great events..

Thanks again,
Sadie Pulsipher

SHEETROCK!!!

I have been so excited to write this portion of the blog this morning!!! I was talking to Kyle and I was asking him how the Theatre was coming.  I was sure I was going to get a "sigh" response and receive some sort of discouragement--but it was the OPPOSITE!! So much so that I can't wait...I am sure, like most of you are so EXCITED!!  Sheetrock, as I write is being delivered into the theatre. Painting, Tile, etc will be done next week.  I am telling you, once we got past some headaches these "boys" know how to work. Kyle told me last night that him and Kolby were strapping on their belts today and going to work...

Oh the ideas, the thoughts, the passion and adrenaline that runs through my head at night. I hope the vision surpasses everything you faithfull supporters have been hoping for..

Thank you again..
Sadie Pulsipher

It's Been Awhile!!!

Hello to all my fellow bloggers...I looked at the date on this and shame on me. I guess I will admit and have to put a disclaimer in this blog before I continue:

This BLOG is a PRIVATE blog-The opinions of this blog are not necessarily the opinions of the owners or those affliated with the Cedar City Theatre. This blog is for pure entertainment and for a little insight to the happenings of this Theatre. 

I guess I needed to put that because the reason I haven't written in a while is we had a little bit a frustrating time with the city. We applied for RDA money, which is to benefit the downtown and to restore the history of the downtown city. Actually we were approved and then when it came time to need it the city shut us down--I am "sure" they have their reasons but I took a little break to cool off...

But today "the boys" are hard at it again and expecting another final this week.  We were at the Business Expo this weekend finding out what movies people would like to see and I don't know how much information was truly gathered but I will be posting a survey later this week and if you are interested in helping us out, we are definitely interested in hearing what you have to say.  This has been such a great experience of creativity and I can't wait until Bonnie Char gets her hands on it and makes it beautiful.

Once again, I appreciate all your support and love for the downtown.  On a funny note-Our lights keep coming on during the day-they are actually set on a timer for the night-maybe there is some GHOST happenings going on. haha

Happy Movie going!!!

Southern Utah TV

I had an interesting experience today and thought I'd share it.  It's really no biggie but it was fun.  I am going to be on TV. Crazy, I know but it wasn't as bad as I thought. And all these communication classes I have been taking have really turned out alright. I worked really hard on not using "FILLER" words like "UM, LIKE, "etc. Dr. Stein would have been proud-if only I could pass his tests :) hahaha.. But overall Kiera the Broadcasting Major who did the interview was very sweet and made it very comfortable for me.  Infact, she told me NO ONE watches SUTV so that made me feel even better. But overall it was a good experience and since my new motto in life is to "try something hard or different everyday" I can say I accomplished this today.

Movie theatre is coming along nicely. Slow and steady wins the race. There is no OFFICIAL opening day and soon I will have a list of Thank You's of all the people who have been a great Support and Positive reinforcement to this project.

So on behalf of the blog--Thank you for reading, thank you for tolerating my misspellings and Thank you for all your great ideas. I wish we could do them all and I am sorry if I have not responded to all of your reply's--I promise I have definitely read them and relayed them to "The Boys".. They love it so keep it coming..

Good night for now!

Sadie P

BRING on the HEAT & the COLD!!!

Finally the pictures have arrived. The AC/ Heating units are on and the construction is still underway. 

The very top of the roof looking West

Facing Main Street

If you notice all the White?? That is our roof and it is
WATER, SNOW, HAIL, PROOF!!

This is the just past the lobby. Two ADA bathrooms, archway,
concession stands=AWESOMENESS!!

NEW Discount Theatre in TOWN!!

I can't help but feel the need to respond to a recent comment that has been left by a community follower of the blog. He brought up the New Discount Theatre at Fiddler's and I thought I would give you a little back ground and insight. I hope this helps...You can also read his comment on the last Blog post (Thank you Kevin Stein).

Westates Theatre's is a prominent theatre here in Cedar City. I have not lived here long enough to know or even understand why they shut down the "Twin Theatre". And that really isn't even the issue. But to settle the communities minds we new this was coming back in early January. "The boys" spoke to Westates owner and Westates threw out his threats to us and has even sent us a letter that offered a lawsuit if we try to compete with him. :) We have Attorney's lined up and are not afraid of a fair fight. We don't feel we are competing with him but he is scared-we do know that. Westates has even said they would hold their movies longer so that we would not have access to them.

But what I can tell you is that everyone loves a FIRST RUN movie. Kyle and I go and support Westates almost every weekend.  That is our date night. We love the movies. I don't believe they are going to lose out on business on the first run-unless we offer more personable, friendly service :) We really aren't trying to compete with them. Our vision and love for this "Historic Theatre" is to bring back the downtown. Yes, we want it to be profitable and hopefully the community will sense our desire to offer an EXPERIENCE at the movie Theatre for their families.

It is kind of funny after all these years they finally adjusted their Theatre to make it more affordable for the community but just know we are not interested in boycotting anyone. I mean that is how America was founded-Capitalism. Good clean business fun.

So with our heads and hearts held high we will move forward--and like I tell my girls, "We can act like the step-sisters on Cinderalla or we can act like Cinderella-with grace and poise and move forward, never looking back.

Thank you for the comment Mr. Stein and thank you for your concern.

Everyone have a great Presiden'ts Day Weekend--Pictures coming soon!!!

Name Change!!

I thought maybe I should up date you on something I need your help with. We hired a web "guy" and a list of contractors and thank you's will be in the next blog. But for now I am having a hard time swallowing the NAME CHANGE.."The boys" have opted for Cedar Theatre..and I believe the Logo says "Historic Cedar Theatre". I need your response and help in order to be good with this.  I think the reason I love Cedar City Theatre so much is because I took ownership of it. AND being the controlling, psycho path that I am I DON'T like change--Unless the majority (which is YOU) says to GO with it. 

I love all the reads and comments and since we have asked for your voice to be heard and we want the community to feel proud of this new project I would LOVE your thoughts-maybe not your Opinions (LOL).

But I am going out on a limb and asking for YOUR help to be okay with this..I know "The Boys" are after the search engine (GOOGLE) help.

Anyway, to keep if short let me know..Would love to have the okay and permission to let go of MY name-so to speak...

Thanks,
Sadie Pulsipher

VOTED Best Blog in Cedar City

WOW!!! What an honor. I have been trying to find something to blog about this last week and when I took a minute to glance at face book I saw the comment below.  You can find more information and other blogs that were voted best blog on http://www.cedarcityrealestate411.com/.  We weren't the only ones but it was great to join the other blogs that have been in this community a lot longer then we have. So a HUGE---SHOUT OUT!!! Thanks Derek.


The PulsiphersLike many of you, I was excited to hear that someone was finally going to take a chance on the Downtown Theater. Now we can keep that excitement level high, but following the progress on the remodel on this blog.
Best Post: We Are Family
Follow Them on Facebook and ask them to join Twitter

The Theatre has been finishing up the electrical and HVAC and it is at creeping pace right now. But all is well. Thanks again for the support and it has been a lot of fun to walk on the SUU campus and here in the classrooms some of the comments and memories of the Theatre.  I like to be behind the scenes so it is fun to here what they really think...Have a great week!!!

We are Family!!




Kolby Pulsipher Family 2011
AK Studio Photography

 

I thought it might be fun to change it up a little and add a personal touch. Being on Mainstreet has brought a lot of interest and lot of excitement to the community and I thought you might like to know the families behind the whole project.

Kyle and Kolby have been in business in Cedar City since 2010. They own Mammoth Mobile Trailer park, Half-Off Storage, and Alamo RV park in Alamo, NV. We are all originally from Southern Nevada and between the two families you will count 11 kids-ages range from 13 years- 18 months.

Cassey is Kolby's wife and she is an amazing mother, and best sister-n-law one could have. She is a great support to Kolby and WOW- she can cook. I have never met anyone with more cook books. She has her Associate's Degree from Dixie College and she loves to read a good book-when she finds the time. 

Me-Sadie, Kyle's wife, I love to sew (pillow cases), journal write, and run myself tired. Currently I am finishing my BA at SUU with my husband.

Our families spend a lot of time together, which I absolutely love. I love the chaos, and the silly times these kids can create. You will find our families on 4-wheeler trips, shooting guns, having BBQ (Cassey does that), and I love when the couples can go to dinner and laugh together. I love listening to the kids talk about what job they are going to do just so they can have a chance to watch a movie at the Theatre.

We are very excited to be here in the community and look forward to providing jobs for others, getting to know you better and enjoying the nature of Cedar City.




Kyle Pulsipher Family 2011
Zions Photography



Construction Continues...............

The Construction continues on....ADA bathrooms have been framed, a stage in the small Theatre has been added (ROCK ON!!), and the seats in the big Theatre have been removed to get the ceiling fixed.  The roof is just about finished and now I will let the pictures do the talking...

Lobby (left side)

Lobby (Right Side)

ADA bathrooms on Right & Left
Entrance to the Two Theatres

Main Theatre (seats gone to repair ceiling)
It will have HEAT!! :)



Stage in Small Theatre



Stage

ADA Bathroom

Roof

The Roof Continues

BEFORE

During phase continues

The Theatre is coming along nicely. Thank You for all the interest and comments. It has been fun for us to see what everyone is thinking and saying about the Theatre. I think the community will be pleased with the outcome.  We are looking forward to working in conjunction with the community and bringing new ideas and places for families to have reunions, Sweet 16 birthdays (and any birthday for that matter) and no idea is to small or to big.  I love planning parties and getting new ideas so keep them coming.
                                         Stay Tuned.....

More Updated DURING photos

The Work (FUN) has really begun and "the boys" are on it. The whole roof had 1 layer of shingles, then they found another layer of shingles, then they found another layer and finally 7 layers later they took the roof down to the bones. The small theatre is actually being framed now to make it a more SAFE roof.



Before



DURING



This part of the roof actually bounces up and down. This is why it is being re-framed and strengthened with TJI's (don't ask me what those are, I just know they make it safe)

A HUGE Thank you to Shear D'Lite for letting us use their roof for a day.

BEFORE

DURING (popcorn ceiling gone)-That vent will be replaced with a Chandelier

Before



DURING



Before



During- Don't be alarmed the chairs aren't in there. We are building a stage for recitals, conferences, bands etc.

Before



During- This helped a ton to get the popcorn off.

As you can see they are definitely making progress. Our Interior Decorator, Bonnie Char, will be getting the colors, wall paper and carpet ideas to us tomorrow and it is going to be FABULOUS!!!!

Stay tuned.....



DURING photos

BEFORE 2011






DURING 2012

 This has been a rapid turn of events for our families. But it is exactly what the brother's/ partners like-WORK!! They seem busier than ever and speaking for myself, I haven't seen much of Kyle. But on my way to St. George I snuck (is that a word) in and grabbed a couple pictures.





Daily News

Oh my HECK!! We are getting much surprised publicity and I will admit that all the attention is really awesome. I knew this was a big deal for the community and  obviously it is a bigger deal than even I thought. We made the PAPER not one but TWO days in a row. SO COOL!! If you want to see the whole article then go to http://www.thespectrum.com/ . IT is FRONT PAGE news...

FACEBOOK-Like US

I had a great comment which inspired me to go for it--I am not very computer savvy but I am going to learn this and I have added a FACEBOOK page. It is under the same name as the theatre...Cedar City Theatre. I will be watching it all day to make sure I did it right but be patient with me this is a new adventure and we are all in this together. I also just added an email ..mailto:..Cedarcitytheatre@gmail.com.

Thanks,
Sadie