Movie theaters are trying everything to bring audiences back - from pickleball to cocktail barsMovie theaters must innovate to attract audiences back amidst post-pandemic challenges.Diversification of offerings is essential for theaters to thrive in the current environment.
Movie theaters hope adding pickleball courts will save their struggling chainsMovie theaters are investing over $2.2 billion to modernize facilities and add diverse entertainment options like pickleball and ziplines.
New movie theater opens in The Bronx near Yankee Stadium - becomes just second in boroughThe Bronx has gained a new 10-screen cinema, revitalizing entertainment options for its residents.
Enhance Your Movie Experience With These 5 StrainsCannabis enhances movie watching by improving focus and interest according to a survey.
Movie theaters hope adding pickleball courts will save their struggling chainsMovie theaters are investing over $2.2 billion to modernize facilities and add diverse entertainment options like pickleball and ziplines.
New movie theater opens in The Bronx near Yankee Stadium - becomes just second in boroughThe Bronx has gained a new 10-screen cinema, revitalizing entertainment options for its residents.
Enhance Your Movie Experience With These 5 StrainsCannabis enhances movie watching by improving focus and interest according to a survey.
Do you remember these old Miami movie theaters? See what they looked like back whenMiami's first movie theater, Kelly's Theater, opened in 1906, leading to a rich cinema history characterized by palatial venues and cultural events.
'Anora' director Sean Baker made an impassioned plea for movie theaters. Americans are unlikely to listenIndie film Anora wins five Oscars, prompting a call to action for reinvestment in theaters by director Sean Baker at the Academy Awards.
Leave the Movie Previews AloneThe proposed bill to disclose preview lengths could harm smaller theaters financially.
One lawmaker's war on movie trailersA proposed Connecticut bill mandates that movie theaters disclose actual film start times, allowing audiences to time visits better and skip ads and trailers.
Liquor sales in movie theaters, to-go sales of cocktails included in New York budget agreementNew York is expanding access to alcohol by allowing movie theaters to sell liquor and continuing takeout cocktails sales from bars and restaurants.
Leave the Movie Previews AloneThe proposed bill to disclose preview lengths could harm smaller theaters financially.
One lawmaker's war on movie trailersA proposed Connecticut bill mandates that movie theaters disclose actual film start times, allowing audiences to time visits better and skip ads and trailers.
Liquor sales in movie theaters, to-go sales of cocktails included in New York budget agreementNew York is expanding access to alcohol by allowing movie theaters to sell liquor and continuing takeout cocktails sales from bars and restaurants.
The curious rise of novelty popcorn buckets (Encore)Popcorn buckets have become a significant marketing strategy for movie theaters to attract customers.
Where to pick up theater snacks for before, after or even during the movieLos Angeles theaters are starting to allow outside food, enhancing the movie-watching experience with local culinary delights.
Remembering Movies at the UC Theatre in BerkeleyPhysical movie theaters foster community and memories, making their closures particularly poignant during these unprecedented times.
About Our Cover: 12.19.24 - San Francisco Bay TimesNeighborhood movie theaters serve as vital community spaces, providing comfort, entertainment, and connection, especially during the holiday season.
Remembering Movies at the UC Theatre in BerkeleyPhysical movie theaters foster community and memories, making their closures particularly poignant during these unprecedented times.
About Our Cover: 12.19.24 - San Francisco Bay TimesNeighborhood movie theaters serve as vital community spaces, providing comfort, entertainment, and connection, especially during the holiday season.
Movie theater at San Antonio Center is reopening as Alamo DrafthouseAlamo Drafthouse plans to open a new location in Mountain View, enhancing moviegoing experience with strict policies and an integrated dining menu.
Alamo Drafthouse to Open Two South Bay Theaters in 2025 | KQEDAlamo Drafthouse is expanding into new locations despite challenges in the film industry, aiming to maintain diverse programming and high-quality movie experiences.
Alamo Drafthouse reportedly set to open two South Bay locationsAlamo Drafthouse plans to open two new locations in the Bay Area, enhancing access for South Bay film fans.
Alamo Drafthouse Opening Two New Movie Theaters In the South BayAlamo Drafthouse is expanding by opening new theaters in Santa Clara and Mountain View, revitalizing abandoned shopping mall theaters.
Movie theater at San Antonio Center is reopening as Alamo DrafthouseAlamo Drafthouse plans to open a new location in Mountain View, enhancing moviegoing experience with strict policies and an integrated dining menu.
Alamo Drafthouse to Open Two South Bay Theaters in 2025 | KQEDAlamo Drafthouse is expanding into new locations despite challenges in the film industry, aiming to maintain diverse programming and high-quality movie experiences.
Alamo Drafthouse reportedly set to open two South Bay locationsAlamo Drafthouse plans to open two new locations in the Bay Area, enhancing access for South Bay film fans.
Alamo Drafthouse Opening Two New Movie Theaters In the South BayAlamo Drafthouse is expanding by opening new theaters in Santa Clara and Mountain View, revitalizing abandoned shopping mall theaters.
The 12 Best Movie Theaters in New York CityNew York City's movie theaters offer a unique experience that streaming services cannot match, reinforcing the value of communal film appreciation.
You Must Know The Popcorn Trick | DefectorThe Popcorn Trick allows moviegoers to enjoy perfectly buttery popcorn from top to bottom.
When are kids ready for the movies? A kids-only theater divides the internetMovie theaters designed for young children are emerging to help families enjoy outings without the stress of typical movie etiquette issues.
Remembering the United Artists Movie Theater in Berkeley | KQEDThe closure of Berkeley's United Artists theater signifies a deeper cultural loss beyond just a building.
Remembering the Parkway Movie Theater in Oakland | KQEDThe article reflects on the personal significance of the Parkway theater for community bonding and shared experiences among moviegoers.
Remembering the Pussycat Movie Theater in OaklandThe closure of movie theaters represents a significant cultural loss, impacting community experiences and local history.
Remembering the United Artists Movie Theater in Berkeley | KQEDThe closure of Berkeley's United Artists theater signifies a deeper cultural loss beyond just a building.
Remembering the Parkway Movie Theater in Oakland | KQEDThe article reflects on the personal significance of the Parkway theater for community bonding and shared experiences among moviegoers.
Remembering the Pussycat Movie Theater in OaklandThe closure of movie theaters represents a significant cultural loss, impacting community experiences and local history.
Can a Neon Blue Gummy Worm Cocktail Save the Movies?Specialty concessions like the Sandworm Slayer are helping theaters attract audiences due to declining attendance.
Can movie theaters survive in the Bay Area?The ShowPlace Icon theater in San Jose closed, reflecting a wider trend of cinema closures in the Bay Area amid reduced attendance and staffing.
The Strand Theater: A nostalgic look at 23 Nelson Avenue, Great Kills | Then and NowThe Strand theater in Staten Island was a beloved community hub in the 1940s, known for promotions and its notable single-screen venue.
The popcorn bucket wars are only just beginningCollectible popcorn buckets are helping theaters generate buzz and revenue amid ongoing challenges in the movie industry.
Studios are sacrificing 2024's blockbuster movies to boost 2025's box officeMovie theaters are slowly recovering financially post-pandemic, with hopeful projections indicating a return to nearly 2019 levels by 2025.
The popcorn bucket wars are only just beginningCollectible popcorn buckets are helping theaters generate buzz and revenue amid ongoing challenges in the movie industry.
Studios are sacrificing 2024's blockbuster movies to boost 2025's box officeMovie theaters are slowly recovering financially post-pandemic, with hopeful projections indicating a return to nearly 2019 levels by 2025.
Was Your 4D Screening of Twisters' a Blast? Thank These Effects Wizards.4D movie experiences enhance storytelling by incorporating sensory elements, such as scents, air blasts, and chair movements, to immerse viewers in narratives.
Summer in Paris: 9 Ways to Beat the HeatParis offers various activities to beat the summer heat, such as swimming at Paris Plages and pools, watching movies with English subtitles, and staying at air-conditioned hotels.