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September 16, 2011
ArcLight expands to SD
SAN DIEGO, CA — After gradually opening more locations in the Los Angeles area, ArcLight Cinemas is creating its first venture in San Diego. The new theatre in the Westfield UTC mall will open at the end of next year.
Read more in the Los Angeles Times.
(Thanks to carmyarmyofme for providing the photo.)
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Bethel Cinema: The little movie theater that could
BETHEL, CT — The Bethel Patch talks about the recipe for success for the Bethel Cinema. Quality films and a loyal customer base keep it going.
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September 15, 2011
Neptune grand re-opening
SEATTLE, WA — Even though they had what they now call a “soft opening” a few months back, there are still more celebratory engagements planned for the recently restored Neptune Theatre.The Seattle Times reports that they will have a Grand Re-opening on September 25 along with a full season of live events to showcase the venue.
(Thanks to yelahneb for providing the photo.)
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Exit Art announces the opening of Digimovies
NEW YORK, NY — Part gallery, part theater, Exit Art will be opening a new screening room called Digimovies to showcase digital films of all genres. The room will also be able to present a variety of cinema formats.
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September 14, 2011
Prytania announces Midnite Movies series
NEW ORLEANS, LA — According to the Examiner, the Prytania Theater has just released a schedule for their Midnite Movies series. It runs through October and features cult films from many eras.
(Thanks to J. Kernion for providing the photo.)
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Hollywood struggles to get back into Indonesia
JAKARTA, INDONESIA — Thanks to its presence on the country’s negative investment list, Hollywood pictures have had a hard time finding a place lately in Indonesia. A company called Group 21 has made it difficult by placing heavy import restrictions on outside films.
Read more in the Associated Press.
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September 13, 2011
Theatres of the San Francisco Peninsula book
SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Arcadia Publishing is releasing another valuable title of architectural history, “Theatres of the San Francisco Peninsula”. Jack Tillamany and Gary Lee Parks are behind this latest installment in the Images of America series.
Go to the Publisher’s website for more information.
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Possible Kittery entertainment center project
KITTERY, ME — It may not happen but locals are thinking big as they roll out plans for a theater and restaurant complex in Kittery.
Read more in Seacoast Online.
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September 12, 2011
Ritz reopening coming soon
WINTER HAVEN, FL — Local legend Jim Stafford will be involved with the initial season of programming and the newly reopened Ritz Theatre. The 10-plus year renovation is almost complete and the venue will have more entertainment options than ever.
Read more in the Ledger.
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Harlem still working to renovate 1940s Columbia Theater
HARLEM, GA — With the city finally getting seriously involved in its future, the Columbia Theater might make a return. Receiving donations is a top priority but the precise direction of the project is still up in the air.
Read the full story with a video at WRDW.