VAGABOND THEATER TO REOPEN

“A Farewell Tribute to Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth” will reopen the Vagabond Theater next Friday. One of Los Angeles’ pioneer art and repertory theaters, the Vagabond, 2509 Wilshire Blvd., has been refurbished by veteran exhibitor Louis Federici after having been closed more than a year.

The tribute will comprise a triple feature: “Roberta” (1935) with Irene Dunne, Randolph Scott, Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers; “Cover Girl” (1944) with Rita Hayworth, Gene Kelly and Phil Silvers; and “You Were Never Lovelier” (1942), with Astaire and Hayworth.

These films will play through July 23, to be followed by three monthlong series: “Ladies of the Silver Screen” (Fridays and Saturdays), musicals (Sundays and Mondays) and comedies (Wednesdays and Thursdays).

Elizabeth Taylor in “A Place in the Sun” (1951) and “Giant” (1956) will launch the “Ladies of the Silver Screen” series on July 24 and 25; “Cabin in the Sky” (1942) and the 1936 “Showboat” start off the musical series July 26 and 27; and “The Road to Morocco” (1942) and “The Road to Singapore” (1940) are the first of the comedies, screening July 29 and 30.

In addition to redecoration, the Vagabond has been equipped with a new sound system, improved projection facilities and new seating.

Information: (213) 387-2171.