Seaport Square (Formerly McCourt Seaport Parcels)

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I've always hoped they would get rid of those tracks and widen fort point bringing it closer to what it used to be, I do know that it will never happen though.
 
That would be epic. Would stitch South End, Downtown and South Boston together, assuming Post Office finally leaves and that stretch of Dot Ave is (ideally) made a pedestrian/bicycle only area.

And if Gillette would sell off all those empty lots...
 
I meant the fort point channel widened, where the tracks are used to be water and it would be nice if we kind of brought that part back in a way closer to how it used to be. It seems like cities are always expanding and never trying to restore something that was once there that was taken away, so that would be cool.
 
stick n move said:
I meant the fort point channel widened, where the tracks are used to be water and it would be nice if we kind of brought that part back in a way closer to how it used to be. It seems like cities are always expanding and never trying to restore something that was once there that was taken away, so that would be cool.
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Unless there's a site equal proximity to replace Cabot that won't ever happen. Red Line can't run without its yard...
 
From Uhub, sounds pretty nice.

Luxury cineplex planned for Seaport


By adamg on Wed, 10/29/2014 - 11:18am


A ten-screen complex being planned for Fan Pier will feature reserved seating in custom recliners for moviegoers who will be able to sup on small plates and sip from their wine or beer.

Kerasotes Showplace Theatres has begun work on its proposed Showplace Icon for a building in front of one of the current Vertex buildings. The company highlighted its proposal this morning in hearing before the Boston Licensing Board - which decides whether to let it buy the liquor license now held by the Bar Room on Broad Street.

Robert Gallivan, the theater complex's proposed manager, said he hopes to have the theater open by late 2016 or early 2017, mostly showing Hollywood fare, but the with odd art film and special showing, for example, of New York's Metropolitan Opera or even Broadway shows. Tickets at the chain's existing Chicago theater go for $13.

Gallivan said theaters will range in size from 50 to 131 seats - all of which will be reserved over the Web or via a smartphone app.

A lobby lounge will be limited to the 21+ set and will feature alcoholic drinks and a waterfront vista, he said. He added that nobody under 17 will be allowed in any of the theaters, and even then, only if accompanied by a parent - an older girlfriend, boyfriend or friend just will not do.

Food and drink will not be offered in the theaters themselves, but each seat will have a small swing-out table to let moviegoers snack during screenings, he said.

With their seats already reserved, patrons won't have to worry about rushing in to stand in line to get a seat, he said, adding that ushers will guide guests to their appointed seats.

"What we are offering is a civilized alternative to your traditional movie theaters," he said. "It's a cross between a very nice movie theater and legitimate theater."

Dennis Quilty, the company's attorney, said the Wharf District Task Force was quite happy to hear the chain would be buying the Bar Room's liquor license. The theaters are "a much more genteel style operation" than what the task force has seen on Broad Street, he said.

Quilty added the complex would be the first of its type in Boston. The Showcase Cinema De Lux in Dedham offfers reserved seating - along with seatside food and drink service.

The board could decide Thursday whether to approve the license transfer.

The mayor's office, and city councilors Michael Flaherty, Michelle Wu and Ayanna Pressley sent representatives to today's hearing to support the proposal.
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The first time I went to a movie and my friend handed me a beer I thought "Why the hell haven't I thought about drinking a beer at the movies before!!"
 
A lobby lounge will be limited to the 21+ set and will feature alcoholic drinks and a waterfront vista, he said. He added that nobody under 17 will be allowed in any of the theaters, and even then, only if accompanied by a parent - an older girlfriend, boyfriend or friend just will not do.
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Good. I hate unattended kids in movie theaters.
 
Ok, but Showcase Cinemas has rolled out a De Luxe product with in-seat service in several locations around Boston. Why not include it here, especially when your corporate name clearly gives off the impression that you're a cheap knock-off of Showcase?
 
"He added that nobody under 17 will be allowed in any of the theaters, and even then, only if accompanied by a parent - an older girlfriend, boyfriend or friend just will not do."

Did he fail to add "I'm an absolute dick!"?

Go F yourself.
 
SeamusMcFly said:
"He added that nobody under 17 will be allowed in any of the theaters, and even then, only if accompanied by a parent - an older girlfriend, boyfriend or friend just will not do."

Did he fail to add "I'm an absolute dick!"?

Go F yourself.
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Technically, he's not. He's assuming his customers are. Also, because of the alcohol license there may be restrictions on how people under 21 are allowed in, as there are in a bar.
 
Equilibria said:
Technically, he's not. He's assuming his customers are. Also, because of the alcohol license there may be restrictions on how people under 21 are allowed in, as there are in a bar.
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Yeah this was in front of the Boston Liquor Licensing Board, so you have to take it in context.
 
The Seaport's key residential demographic is wealthy young professionals. An upscale movie theater that excludes children fits the demographic perfectly.
 
Walking by this today made me realize how lop-sided the retail on this street will be...all new retail and lights, bars etc directly across the street from a parking lot and chain link fence...are there any plans to develop the other side of seaport blvd?
 
SeamusMcFly said:
"He added that nobody under 17 will be allowed in any of the theaters, and even then, only if accompanied by a parent - an older girlfriend, boyfriend or friend just will not do."

Did he fail to add "I'm an absolute dick!"?

Go F yourself.
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Since Massachusetts law restricts the drinking of alcohol to 21+, the safest way for the owner of the theatre to prevent underage drinking is to set an age limit of 21+ to enter. It's not being a dick, it's being prudent in order to avoid any lawsuit/possible jail time which would result from an underage kid getting drunk, leaving the theatre and either injuring/killing himself or someone else.

As an aside, they have a similar theatre complex here in Atlanta and it's like Business Class at the movies! Comfortable seats, good food, great drinks and a movie! But, if you choose, you don't have to buy anything once you're seated. The extra price of the ticket is totally worth it.
 
The new AMC-type theater a la Assembly Square is just as "cheap" as a regular AMC, and they have a bar, restaurant and plush chairs too.
 
^yup only like $13 and full recline lots of space and beer at the bar
 
617 said:
Walking by this today made me realize how lop-sided the retail on this street will be...all new retail and lights, bars etc directly across the street from a parking lot and chain link fence...are there any plans to develop the other side of seaport blvd?
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Yeah, the whole Seaport blvd needs to be developed for the area to start feeling whole. It's still an archipelago now and while parcels B and C will of course help we also need L1 and M1.
 
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