Regal (Shenaz) Cinema

The Regal Cinema was located at the Shenaz Roundabout, Isthmus, facing Khormaksar and the Causeway.  This was the location of the original defensive walls which protected Aden from inland invaders. Nearby, in the 1800's, were the large water storage tanks which collected water from the Sheikh Othman aqueduct, the government dairy, military barracks and a hospital. 

Rear view of the Saba Cinema mid 2005

Although not a cinema, the "Shalimar Dance Bar"  adjoined the Shenaz (Regal) Cinema.

Looking through the rubble to the screen of the Saba Cinema mid 2005

Originally named the Regal Cinema the name was later changed to Shenaz Cinema then later again to Saba.

At least during its time as the Shenaz it was owned by the Motiwalla family who also then owned the Bhicajee Cowasjee shop in Steamer Point. 

Regal Cinema in 1964. El Cid was showing.

Regal Cinema in the early to mid 50's

Under Renovation probably in late 1950's