Egyptian Theater, 6712 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, playing “How to Steal a Million” in 1966

Egyptian Theater, 6712 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, playing “How to Steal a Million” in 1966Opened by Sid Grauman in the fall of 1922, the Egyptian Theater has had its fair share of updates and renovations. By the time it was playing Twentieth Century-Fox’s “How to Steal a Million” in 1966, it featured a brown-and-white curved marquee, which was eye-catching but not very Egypt-y. Next to it, in what is now the Pig ‘N Whistle restaurant, was a store called Master’s Mart. (see update below) I’m glad they retained the ornate façade out front.

That same view in March 2019. The Egyptian Theater is currently the home of American Cinematheque:

Master’s Mart sold appliances, housewares, and electronics. This catalog from 1968 appeared on Ebay:

Vintage 1968 Master's Mart Christmas catalog

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2 responses to “Egyptian Theater, 6712 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, playing “How to Steal a Million” in 1966”

  1. J Yuma says:

    The Pig’n Whistle opened next door to the Egyptian in 1927. It obviously closed up at some point then reopened again. Maters Mart remains a mystery to me.

    http://pignwhistlehollywood.com/history/

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