The local planning committee has formally rejected the development proposal and committed to preserving The Kilburn State as a cultural venue. Thank you for your continued focus on this issue while we fought to protect this landmark. We will remain observant to ensure the building is restored to its proper …
The Kilburn State is under threat from developers!
When it opened in 1937, The Kilburn State -- a Grade II* listed building -- was the biggest auditorium in Europe, with seating for 4,004 people. Since then, The State has played host to a galaxy of stars -- The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Marilyn Monroe, David Bowie, Louis Armstrong, Sarah Vaughan, George Formby, Deep Purple, and many many more. And for the past 20 years, The State has been run by Mecca Bingo.
But now Mecca is selling up. The State is closing, and its future is in the balance.
An application to turn The State into a live music venue has hit a snag... and property developers have pounced. There\'s a danger that these developers will deliberately allow the The State decay, and then, when it is beyond repair, tear it down to build flats.
We the undersigned call on our elected representatives to make sure that the Kilburn State is returned to its former glory as a vibrant cultural centre in the heart of London.
The preservation of the Kilburn State remains my primary focus as I continue to correspond with local officials regarding the planning application. It is vital that we prevent the site from succumbing to neglect while these high-level discussions persist. Your continued attention to this campaign serves as a necessary reminder that the cultural heritage of our community is not for sale.
September 13, 2007
The petition has reached one hundred signatures today. This response underscores the shared value of preserving the historic legacy of The Kilburn State.
Reached 100 supporters
September 10, 2007
8 Comments
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Sarah Carter
18 years ago
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Spent so many nights at the bingo there. Such a beautiful place inside, would be a complete tragedy to lose it.
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Peter Rhodes
18 years ago
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Grew up in Kilburn and it breaks my heart seeing it just sit there empty and collecting dust.
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Mark Thompson
18 years ago
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KILBURN NEEDS THIS PLACE ALIVE AGAIN. DONT LET THEM KNOCK IT DOWN.
D
Dave Sutton
19 years ago
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My mum used to take me there every weekend back in the day. Such a landmark building, cant let them turn it into more expensive flats.
J
Jo Jenkins
19 years ago
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Used to see all the big bands there, the acoustics were actually decent for an old place. Save the State!
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Elena West
19 years ago
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An absolute disgrace if they tear down a piece of history like that just for profit.
D
Derek Kennedy
3 years ago
Fond childhood memories of the Saturday Morning Cinema Show here...
M
mahmud rahim
5 years ago
Needs to be brought back as a community gathering place that caters for all!
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The local planning committee has formally rejected the development proposal and committed to preserving The Kilburn State as a cultural venue. Thank you for your continued focus on this issue while we fought to protect this landmark. We will remain observant to ensure the building is restored to its proper …
The Kilburn State is under threat from developers!
When it opened in 1937, The Kilburn State -- a Grade II* listed building -- was the biggest auditorium in Europe, with seating for 4,004 people. Since then, The State has played host to a galaxy of stars -- The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Marilyn Monroe, David Bowie, Louis Armstrong, Sarah Vaughan, George Formby, Deep Purple, and many many more. And for the past 20 years, The State has been run by Mecca Bingo.
But now Mecca is selling up. The State is closing, and its future is in the balance.
An application to turn The State into a live music venue has hit a snag... and property developers have pounced. There\'s a danger that these developers will deliberately allow the The State decay, and then, when it is beyond repair, tear it down to build flats.
We the undersigned call on our elected representatives to make sure that the Kilburn State is returned to its former glory as a vibrant cultural centre in the heart of London.
The preservation of the Kilburn State remains my primary focus as I continue to correspond with local officials regarding the planning application. It is vital that we prevent the site from succumbing to neglect while these high-level discussions persist. Your continued attention to this campaign serves as a necessary reminder that the cultural heritage of our community is not for sale.
September 13, 2007
The petition has reached one hundred signatures today. This response underscores the shared value of preserving the historic legacy of The Kilburn State.
Reached 100 supporters
September 10, 2007
8 Comments
S
Sarah Carter
18 years ago
Featured
Spent so many nights at the bingo there. Such a beautiful place inside, would be a complete tragedy to lose it.
P
Peter Rhodes
18 years ago
Featured
Grew up in Kilburn and it breaks my heart seeing it just sit there empty and collecting dust.
M
Mark Thompson
18 years ago
Featured
KILBURN NEEDS THIS PLACE ALIVE AGAIN. DONT LET THEM KNOCK IT DOWN.
D
Dave Sutton
19 years ago
Featured
My mum used to take me there every weekend back in the day. Such a landmark building, cant let them turn it into more expensive flats.
J
Jo Jenkins
19 years ago
Featured
Used to see all the big bands there, the acoustics were actually decent for an old place. Save the State!
E
Elena West
19 years ago
Featured
An absolute disgrace if they tear down a piece of history like that just for profit.
D
Derek Kennedy
3 years ago
Fond childhood memories of the Saturday Morning Cinema Show here...
M
mahmud rahim
5 years ago
Needs to be brought back as a community gathering place that caters for all!
Spent so many nights at the bingo there. Such a beautiful place inside, would be a complete tragedy to lose it.