http://districtweekly.disqus.com/News, Arts, Entertainment & More for Long Beach, Huntington Beach, and Costa MesaenSun, 24 Aug 2008 16:35:25 -0000http://thedistrictweekly.com/daily/writing-shotgun/beautifully-revived-art-theater-opens-tonight-after-flawless-dress-rehearsal/#comment-1803707<p>"Curses!..." snarled the LBRDA..."We coulda tore it down and put up some boxy stucco first-floor retail and second-floor apts. We'll get you yet, Art Theater, you've not heard the last of us! Now back to tearing down the Vault 350 and Golds Gym."</p>AndySun, 24 Aug 2008 16:35:25 -0000http://thedistrictweekly.com/daily/writing-shotgun/beautifully-revived-art-theater-opens-tonight-after-flawless-dress-rehearsal/#comment-1734523<p>I wish the city council cared about our community gems as much as Howard Linn and Jan van Dijs. Thank you for ensuring another landmark doesn't fall to crappy redevelopment. The East Village should take notes on how 4th street has created a neighborhood culture that reflects the community demographic.<br>I can't wait to spend my money there and be a regular patron again!</p>LisabFri, 22 Aug 2008 14:33:20 -0000