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ridethectrain commented about Hollywood Cinerama Dome on Jul 26, 2026 at 9:22 pm

Sony Pictures Entertainment to Reopen Iconic Cinerama Dome Exhibition News • Boxoffice Staff • July 22 2026

Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) and wholly-owned subsidiary Alamo Drafthouse Cinema have announced plans to reopen and restore the iconic Cinerama Dome, a Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument located in the heart of Hollywood, following a 6-year shutdown that began during the pandemic. The Dome will undergo restorative renovations starting next month through early 2028 and be operated by Alamo Drafthouse Cinema.

Its historic legacy will be honored and carefully preserved, with the iconic Cinerama name and exterior branding left intact. The restoration will honor the landmark’s distinctive aesthetic character, immersive large-format curved-screen presentation, and traditional concession experience that have made it a beloved destination for generations. While the Dome will not operate as a dine-in theater, its traditional programming will be complemented by Alamo Drafthouse’s signature programming including repertory screenings, filmmaker series, premieres, and special events.

Since 1963, the Dome has been celebrated as one of the world’s premier venues for 70mm exhibition. Its approximately 86-foot-wide, deeply curved screen was engineered to immerse audiences in an extraordinary panoramic viewing experience. The theater helped pioneer a new era of large-format cinematic presentation and remains one of the most distinctive moviegoing environments ever created.

As part of the deal, SPE will also reopen the adjacent 14-screen theater complex, formerly ArcLight Cinemas, as an Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. The theater will offer Alamo Drafthouse premium presentations and dine-in services, curated programming, repertory screenings, events, designated karaoke rooms, and fan celebrations. The complex will retain 35mm capabilities to showcase archival film prints and house several premium format screens with immersive audio and 4K laser projection, including 70mm capabilities.

“There is no moviegoing destination anywhere in the world that commands the affection, history, and cultural significance of the Cinerama Dome. It represents the kind of singular experience we value and champion,” said Ravi Ahuja, the chairman and chief executive officer of Sony Pictures Entertainment. “This is a meaningful moment for our company, our industry, and Los Angeles. We look forward to honoring and extending the Dome’s extraordinary legacy.”

“Hot damn! We’re bringing the Dome back, baby. We believe in moviegoing down to our soul, and no venue on earth stands more for that than the one-of-a-kind Dome. I am deeply proud that Sony is investing in Hollywood, literally,” said Tom Rothman, the chairman and chief executive officer of SPE Motion Picture Group. “The Dome has hosted generations of unforgettable movie moments. Our goal is to preserve its legendary history while ensuring it remains vibrant now and far into the future.”

“For 30 years we have championed the kind of theatrical experience that turns a screening into an event, and created spaces where people come together to celebrate cinema. As our new West Coast flagship, we will offer extraordinary programming and events, while returning to Los Angeles one of its most beloved and culturally significant moviegoing destinations,” said Michael Kustermann, the chief executive officer of Alamo Drafthouse and the head of Sony Pictures Experiences.

“The Cinerama Dome has been a treasured and important landmark for movie fans and the entire film community for over six decades,” shared Cinema United President and CEO Michael O’Leary. “On behalf of all of exhibition, we are excited to see that under the leadership of two of exhibition’s strongest champions, Sony Pictures Entertainment and Alamo Drafthouse, this iconic destination will once again be filled with audiences of all ages. The timing could not be better with moviegoers making clear this year that they love the unique experience of seeing a movie on the big screen. Congratulations to Sony and Alamo and to the people who love movies.”

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ridethectrain commented about Alamo Drafthouse Hollywood on Jul 26, 2026 at 9:21 pm

Sony Pictures Entertainment to Reopen Iconic Cinerama Dome Exhibition News • Boxoffice Staff • July 22 2026

Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) and wholly-owned subsidiary Alamo Drafthouse Cinema have announced plans to reopen and restore the iconic Cinerama Dome, a Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument located in the heart of Hollywood, following a 6-year shutdown that began during the pandemic. The Dome will undergo restorative renovations starting next month through early 2028 and be operated by Alamo Drafthouse Cinema.

Its historic legacy will be honored and carefully preserved, with the iconic Cinerama name and exterior branding left intact. The restoration will honor the landmark’s distinctive aesthetic character, immersive large-format curved-screen presentation, and traditional concession experience that have made it a beloved destination for generations. While the Dome will not operate as a dine-in theater, its traditional programming will be complemented by Alamo Drafthouse’s signature programming including repertory screenings, filmmaker series, premieres, and special events.

Since 1963, the Dome has been celebrated as one of the world’s premier venues for 70mm exhibition. Its approximately 86-foot-wide, deeply curved screen was engineered to immerse audiences in an extraordinary panoramic viewing experience. The theater helped pioneer a new era of large-format cinematic presentation and remains one of the most distinctive moviegoing environments ever created.

As part of the deal, SPE will also reopen the adjacent 14-screen theater complex, formerly ArcLight Cinemas, as an Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. The theater will offer Alamo Drafthouse premium presentations and dine-in services, curated programming, repertory screenings, events, designated karaoke rooms, and fan celebrations. The complex will retain 35mm capabilities to showcase archival film prints and house several premium format screens with immersive audio and 4K laser projection, including 70mm capabilities.

“There is no moviegoing destination anywhere in the world that commands the affection, history, and cultural significance of the Cinerama Dome. It represents the kind of singular experience we value and champion,” said Ravi Ahuja, the chairman and chief executive officer of Sony Pictures Entertainment. “This is a meaningful moment for our company, our industry, and Los Angeles. We look forward to honoring and extending the Dome’s extraordinary legacy.”

“Hot damn! We’re bringing the Dome back, baby. We believe in moviegoing down to our soul, and no venue on earth stands more for that than the one-of-a-kind Dome. I am deeply proud that Sony is investing in Hollywood, literally,” said Tom Rothman, the chairman and chief executive officer of SPE Motion Picture Group. “The Dome has hosted generations of unforgettable movie moments. Our goal is to preserve its legendary history while ensuring it remains vibrant now and far into the future.”

“For 30 years we have championed the kind of theatrical experience that turns a screening into an event, and created spaces where people come together to celebrate cinema. As our new West Coast flagship, we will offer extraordinary programming and events, while returning to Los Angeles one of its most beloved and culturally significant moviegoing destinations,” said Michael Kustermann, the chief executive officer of Alamo Drafthouse and the head of Sony Pictures Experiences.

“The Cinerama Dome has been a treasured and important landmark for movie fans and the entire film community for over six decades,” shared Cinema United President and CEO Michael O’Leary. “On behalf of all of exhibition, we are excited to see that under the leadership of two of exhibition’s strongest champions, Sony Pictures Entertainment and Alamo Drafthouse, this iconic destination will once again be filled with audiences of all ages. The timing could not be better with moviegoers making clear this year that they love the unique experience of seeing a movie on the big screen. Congratulations to Sony and Alamo and to the people who love movies.”

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ridethectrain commented about Des Peres 14 Cine' on Jul 26, 2026 at 7:36 pm

Please update, rename theatre to Marcus Des Peres Cinema as per website and total seats 1,062

The theatre expanded to 14 screens on July 29, 1994, when the new 10 screens open, the original 4 screens were closed for renovation and all screens in operation athe end of November 4, 1994

Seating Capacity:

Theatre 1 and 2 170 SuperScreen DLX

Theatre 3 and 4 45

Theatre 5 50

Theatre 6 63

Theatre 7 63

Theatre 7 and 8 46

Theatre 9 44

Theatre 10 151

Theatre 11 140

Theatre 12 and 13 46

Theatre 14 ?????

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ridethectrain commented about Marcus Theatres Chesterfield Galaxy 14 on Jul 26, 2026 at 5:23 pm

Please update, rename theatre to Marcus Chesterfield Cinema and total seats 1,292

Seating Capacity:

Theatre 1 114

Theatre 2 and 13 78

Theatre 3 66

Theatre 4 137 SuperScreen DLX

Theatre 5 67

Theatre 6 61

Theatre 7 and 10 84

Theatre 8 55

Theatre 9 35

Theatre 11 61

Theatre 12 254 UltraScreen DLX

Theatre 14 118

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ridethectrain commented about MX Movies on Jul 26, 2026 at 5:12 pm

Please rename theatre to MX Movies and Bar and total seats 351 and the theatre opened on January 18, 2013

Total Seats: 323

Seating Capacity are 150, 112 and 61 This theatre offers no assigned seating.

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ridethectrain commented about Galleria 6 Cinemas on Jul 26, 2026 at 1:37 am

Please update, it became AMC Galleria 6 with one screen opening on June 10, 1988 and the other on July 8, 1988

St. Louis Cinemas took over the theatre on December 7, 2001 (Grand Opening ad in the photos section)

Please fix the website, the theatre is independent now, all 3 St. Louis Cinemas are now indie and have their own web page.

Total seats: 889

Theatre 1 135

Theatre 2 172

Theatre 3 133 (Stadium Seating)

Theatre 4 257 (Stadium Seating)

Theatre 5 107

Theatre 6 85

The seats are standard traditional seating, not luxury about them based on recent photos on google

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ridethectrain commented about MX Movies on Jul 26, 2026 at 1:08 am

Please fix website, St. Louis Cinemas is not a chain anymore, each of the 3 locations are independent

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ridethectrain commented about Chase Park Plaza Theatre on Jul 26, 2026 at 1:07 am

Please fix website, St. Louis Cinemas is now longer a chain.

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ridethectrain commented about Galleria 6 Cinemas on Jul 26, 2026 at 1:07 am

Please fix website to https://www.galleria6cinemas.com/. St. Louis Cinemas is now longer in business.

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ridethectrain commented about Wildwood 10 & GS on Jul 26, 2026 at 12:19 am

Please update, rename theatre to B&B Theatres Wildwood 10 as per website and total seats 542

Seating Capacity:

Theatre 1 51

Theatre 2 116 Giant Screen

Theatre 3 76 Signature Screen

Theatre 4 ?????

Theatre 5 59

Theatre 6 41

Theatre 7 48

Theatre 8 53

Theatre 9 55

Theatre 10 43

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ridethectrain commented about B & B West Olive 16 on Jul 25, 2026 at 11:29 pm

Please update, rename theatre toB&B THEATRES CREVE COEUR WEST OLIVE 10, update screen count to 10, other 6 closed for bowling alley and total seats 596

Seating Capacity:

Theatre 1 190 Grand Screen/SCREENX/DTS:X

Theatre 2 47 (lyric)

Theatre 3 43

Theatre 4 50 MX4D

Theatre 5 35

Theatre 6 42 SCREEN PLAY

Theatre 7 77 Signature Screen

Theatre 8 28 with MAX Recline

Theatre 9 35

Theatre 10 49

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ridethectrain commented about AMC Esquire 7 on Jul 25, 2026 at 9:33 pm

Total Seats: 789

Seating Capacity:

Theatre 1 69

Theatre 2 71

Theatre 3 and 4 135

Theatre 5 265

Theatre 6 55

Theatre 7 59

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ridethectrain commented about AMC Esquire 7 on Jul 25, 2026 at 9:15 pm

Please update, theatre opened on November 9, 1939, triplex on February 4, 1979, quad on March 4, 1977 and celebrated it’s 50th anniversary becoming 7 screens on November 10, 1989 (all of it’s grand opening ads in the photos section.)

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ridethectrain commented about AMC Creve Coeur 12 on Jul 25, 2026 at 8:34 pm

Please update, total seats 859

Seating Capacity:

Theatre 1 and 12 90

Theatre 2 47

Theatre 3, 4 and 10 64

Theatre 5 46

Theatre 6 and 7 121

Theatre 8 48

Theatre 9 65

Theatre 11 39

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ridethectrain commented about Alamo Drafthouse Hollywood on Jul 25, 2026 at 6:01 pm

finally uploading photos that I took when it was the Arclight in the photos section

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ridethectrain commented about 24:1 Cinema on Jul 25, 2026 at 5:59 pm

uploaded a article of the opening in the photos section, no formal grand opening ad. This theatre doesn’t have assigned seting, don’t have the actual seating counts.

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ridethectrain commented about Omnimax Theater on Jul 25, 2026 at 2:24 pm

Please update, theatre opened November 15, 1991, Grand opening ad and article in the photos section

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ridethectrain commented about MX Movies on Jul 25, 2026 at 1:47 pm

the correct website is https://www.mxstlmovies.com/

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ridethectrain commented about Hi-Pointe Theater on Jul 25, 2026 at 1:28 pm

Please update functions, it shows old films, not first run and it’s only operating the original screen.

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ridethectrain commented about Hi-Pointe Theater on Jul 25, 2026 at 1:13 pm

Please fix website, the website is https://hipointetheatre.org/

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ridethectrain commented about AMC Evanston 7 on Jul 25, 2026 at 12:31 pm

FILM FIASCO AMC movie theater shuts down all 12 screens for remainder of the year and shares plans for ‘smaller’ future Maya Lanzone , Consumer Reporter Published: 12:18, 24 Jul 2026 | Updated: 15:01, 24 Jul 2026

A POPULAR neighborhood AMC movie theater is temporarily closing all 12 of its screens for the rest of 2026, forcing moviegoers to watch this summer’s hottest films elsewhere.

The theater, however, will be back next year following a wave of exciting renovations.

AMC Evanston 12 in Illinois closed its doors at the end of business hours last Sunday in preparation for a “comprehensive, multimillion-dollar renovation,” the movie theater company announced last week.

Located on Maple Avenue inside Church Street Plaza in downtown Evanston, fans of the theater will see a handful of premium upgrades once it reopens in early 2027.

For example, it will have new luxury recliner seating, updated auditoriums and restrooms, new interior finishes, and common area enhancements.

“When this project is complete, moviegoers will enjoy a dramatically enhanced experience from the moment they walk through the front doors until the credits roll,” Dan Ellis, AMC’s chief operations and development officer, said in a statement.

“We are excited to bring luxury recliner seating and a completely refreshed theatre environment to our guests in Evanston.”

Beyond the upgrades, AMC Evanston 12 customers will also notice fewer movie screens following the closure.

The theater is expected to shrink from 12 screens to seven screens and reopen with a new name as a result: AMC Evanston 7.

There will be five fewer screens due to a high-rise apartment building proposed at 900 Clark Street.

Continuum Development, the owner of Church Street Plaza, is planning to construct a 27-story, 358-unit luxury apartment tower on the north end of the building.

The Chili’s restaurant on the ground floor has already shut down, while the Dogtopia dog daycare center is planning to relocate to make way for the residential complex.

Now that the AMC movie theater has closed its doors for renovations, the site is fully cleared for demolition and construction, as long as Continuum Development’s application for the apartment tower receives final approval.

“AMC is a vital anchor of downtown Evanston’s commercial district, and we’re thrilled to continue our relationship with them at Church Street Plaza following a substantial renovation that will ensure the theatre remains part of the local business community for years to come,” Continuum co-founder Evan Meador said in AMC’s announcement.

City officials had some advance notice of the theater’s temporary closure, with council member Jonathan Nieuwsma alerting Evanston residents to expect it in the near future at a meeting earlier this month.

“I look at this as a positive that AMC is willing to invest in our community and give us an entertainment amenity that’s nicer than it is now,” said Nieuwsma.

Plenty of other theaters are getting a makeover as the world of film makes a comeback following a post-pandemic slump.

Over in Los Angeles, California, the Cinerama Dome, a landmark Hollywood theater, is undergoing a huge multi-year restoration by Alamo Drafthouse Cinema after being shuttered since 2020.

The gigantic 86-foot-wide curved dome theater and its neighboring 14-theater complex are expected to reopen in 2028.

Meanwhile, in downtown San Antonio, Texas, the Alameda Theater is being brought back to life through a $52 million renovation, with the project expected to be complete by 2028.

Aside from structural upgrades, many theaters nationwide are getting a makeover at the concession stands to match changing consumer tastes.

As the movie theater industry sees a major resurgence, some chains are tapping into plant-based and allergy-friendly trends.

AMC, for example, rolled out new plant-based menu items at its dine-in theaters in 2023, and several theaters have begun offering vegan popcorn for guests.

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ridethectrain commented about Chase Park Plaza Theatre on Jul 25, 2026 at 12:21 pm

Please update, rename theatre Chase Park Plaza Cinemas as per website and total seats 480

Theatre 1 85

Theatre 2 89

Theatre 3 142

Theatre 4 90

Theatre 5 74

and the website is www.chaseparkplazacinema.com

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ridethectrain commented about Alamo Drafthouse City Foundry on Jul 25, 2026 at 11:24 am

Seating Capacity:

Theatre 1 72

Theatre 2 98

Theatre 3 86

Theatre 4, 5, 6 and 7 47

Theatre 8 258 The Big Show

Theatre 9 120

Theatre 10 110

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ridethectrain commented about Film Alley Breckenridge on Jul 24, 2026 at 9:09 pm

Please add theatre operated by https://breckenridge.filmalley.net/contact-us by Schulman Theatres

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ridethectrain commented about Phoenix Theatres Governor's Square on Jul 24, 2026 at 6:45 pm

Please fix website to https://www.phoenixmovies.net/, you got the other Phoenix Theatres chain