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Savoy Theater

106 W Main

This address was site of first Fischers Store

Savoy Opened in 1938 / The Savoy, which was launched in August of 1938 by Milwaukee interests. It operated for some years and then closed and was taken over by the Classic Theatre management.

"The Fighting 69th" attracts viewers in 1940

One of set of 3 images: WHS_005_254-256

Savoy Theater Fire, 1950

In later years the theater building was added to the offices of the Wisconsin National Bank. The entire structure was razed in the mid 1980’s.

1961

07 01 Of the thousands upon thousands of persons who passed through the portals of the Classic Theatre and the Savoy Theatre here over the years that A.W. (Doc) Schmeichel served as doorman, handing their tickets to him, very few were aware of the part he played in Watertown music and entertainment circles for two generations. The fact is that Doc has had a most unusual musical career, having played with bands and orchestras, including his own musical organization and a combo. Doc’s start in the entertainment field dates back to 1912, nearly a half century ago, when he began to play with the old Imperial Band of Watertown, then a leading musical organization here. WDT

Cross-References:

Image of Savoy Theater’s movie projector: WHS_005_254-257

Review article on Watertown movie theaters