Holiday Tradition - White Christmas

At The Disco Dolls compound, we have a few holiday traditions that we participate in every season.

We have a treasure here in Tampa, the Tampa Theatre, it was built in 1926, and is one of the great old movie palaces in America. The inside of the theatre is in perfect condition, and looks as though you're in a Mediterranean courtyard, complete with twinkling stars!
 We have seen many great performers here, but one of my favorite things that they offer is classic movie Sundays. All summer long they show classic films at 3pm on Sundays. I've seen Casablanca, Maltese Falcon, Sound of Music, and more.

Our grandparents on their wedding day

Every holiday season they show the classic 3: White Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street, and Its a Wonderful Life. While I love the latter 2, the first is one of my favorite movies of all time. I don't know if its the amazing costumes and hairstyles, or if its because my grandfather always sang and looked just like Bing Crosby. Maybe its the hilarity of the Danny Kaye/ Bing Crosby duo, or the sister act with Rosemary Clooney and her gorgeous voice ... there are just too many incredible things about this film to ignore!



So, yearly we get together, and dress in our best 1950's garb and head out to the theatre. We always try to get there early to listen to the Mighty Wurlitzer play holiday tunes, and sing along. Its a fabulous time, and we make sure to hit the local dive bar next door for a quick drink before heading home. I look forward to it every year. Check out the League of Historic American Theatres to see if there's a historic theatre in your city, and pay them a visit!!