Pervomaisky, Movie theater in Izmaylovo district, Moscow, Russia
Pervomaisky was a movie theater in the Izmaylovo district of Moscow, with a main auditorium that seated around 1,400 people. The building had a two-level foyer that housed a dining area, a seasonal outdoor cafe, and spaces for billiards and games.
The theater opened in 1969, designed by architect Dmitry Solopov, and continued to operate until 2010. After years of disuse, the building was torn down in 2020 to make way for a new administrative and community center.
The Pervomaisky was a place where people from the neighborhood gathered not just for films but also for live events and casual outings. The lobby with its cafe and game areas gave the building a social role that went beyond screenings.
The building no longer exists, as it was demolished in 2020. Visitors interested in the site will find a newer structure in its place in the Izmaylovo area of eastern Moscow.
The main auditorium was built with no interior support columns thanks to an open vault structure, which was a rare engineering choice at the time. This design was formally recognized by the USSR Council of Ministers as a notable construction achievement.
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