Photo Flash: See the Newly Restored Park Theatre in Union City
The Gallery at the Park, which currently features an exhibition of paintings by new Jersey artist Cara London, re-opened recently in October.
See photos of the restored Park Theatre in Union City. Some were taken at a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 7, after a group of passionate volunteers/donors and art professionals worked tirelessly, turning the Park back again into a viable arts venue. And some were taken very recently in the theatre which awaits the end of the pandemic.
Once it was feasible, the volunteers returned. Working now with distancing, they continue preparing and improving the theatre for eventual re-opening, while lining up many productions, performances and events.
The Gallery at the Park, which currently features an exhibition of paintings by new Jersey artist Cara London, re-opened recently in October. Over 88 of London's paintings are on display in the gallery's 5 rooms. Some recent paintings have been added. London is among the team who helped restore the Park. (CaraLondon.com)
The gallery's hours are listed on the website: https://ParkTheatreNJ.org/gallery (or by special appointment). Dates are often Thurs. & Fridays (3-8 PM) and Sat. & Sun. (12-5), but please check the website. For everyone's protection, visitors must call ahead (201) 565-3630, or email gallery@ParkTheatreNJ.org. Masks must be worn, and social distancing guidelines will be followed. The Gallery at the Park is located at the Park Theatre, 560 32nd Street, Union City, NJ 07087.
More of the history of the Park Theatre is here: /new-jersey/article/Lonely-Seats-At-The-Restored-Park-Theatre
For more information about the gallery, please contact gallery@ParkTheatreNJ.org
The Park Theatre on 32nd Street in Union City, New Jersey.
The grand 1300+ seat Park Theatre on March 7, 2020, the day of the ribbon cutting for the restored theatre and art gallery. (Lighting by Maarten Cornelius)
The Gallery at the Park with an exhibition of paintings by Cara London. The gallery has now re-opened with days/times listed on the website.
Rev. John Docherty of the Holy Family Parish, speaking at the ribbon cutting ceremony at the Park Theatre on March 7, 2020.
The newly restored mezzanine lounge in the Park Theatre. It now can function as a lounge and performance space. It is also an extension of the art gallery with paintings by Cara London on display.
The artist Cara London, painting on the stage of the empty Park Theatre.
Lonely Seats (30x30a??, oil on canvas) by Cara London, painted from the stage at the Park Theatre, and now in the gallery.
Hibernating Stage Lights (18x24" oil on canvas) by Cara London.
Upstage right and backstage (30x30" oil on canvas) by Cara London.
Empty Theater with Baby Grand, (30x30" oil on canvas), by Cara London.
The refreshed lobby of the historic Park Theatre, with the original marquee, restored and on display.
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