BackFrom 1928 to 1960, Ed Meade served as the dedicated general manager of Shea’s Buffalo Theatre, leading with passion and an unwavering commitment to its success for over three decades. Under Meade's guidance, Shea’s navigated both the highs of the golden age of cinema and the shifts in the industry, remaining a thriving hub for entertainment in Buffalo.
Ed Meade (left) and Ed Miller, were long-time friends and business associates. This photo was taken in Meade's advertising office in the Wurlitzer Building, looking over autographed photos of Hollywood stars who appeared in Buffalo theatres during their carees.
Legendary cinema manager Ed Meade shares a moment with an actress, preparing for the screening of Alexander the Great.
A Moment in Shea's History (c. 1970s): Ed Meade (left) and Ed Miller, two pillars of Buffalo's theater community, reminisce over a photograph of MGM performers who graced Shea's stage in the 1940s. Miller served as the advertising manager for Shea's theaters, while Meade dedicated decades to theater management at Shea's Buffalo, contributing to the venue's golden age of entertainment.