Matt Lambros

I am a photographer who splits my time between New York and Boston. For almost twenty years, I have been documenting the decay of America's abandoned theaters, driven by my passion to shine a light on these forgotten buildings and the ongoing efforts to repurpose them. I have released three books showcasing my work, including the critically acclaimed After the Final Curtain: The Fall of the American Movie Theater (2016), Kings Theatre: The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of Brooklyn's Wonder Theatre, and After the Final Curtain: America's Abandoned Theaters.

My love for these historic theaters is rooted in my appreciation for their unique stories and the artistry and architecture behind them. I believe it's important to remember their former grandeur, which once reflected the Golden Age of Cinema and brought movie magic to audiences across the country. My photographs have been published extensively worldwide in a wide variety of media, including calendars, books, advertising, and publications such as The New York Times, The Guardian, Popular Mechanics, Le Monde, and Adidas.

In addition to my photography work, I also work as a digital tech in the bustling creative scenes of New York and Boston. My work has been exhibited in prestigious art galleries in Paris, London, New York, and Boston. I am a longtime member of the Theatre Historical Society of America and joined the board of directors in 2017.

You can view my portfolio online at www.afterthefinalcurtain.net, which is my blog, and www.mlambrosphotography.com.