By SARAH SHMERLING | Editor-in-Chief
Netflix will reopen the Bay Theater at Palisades Village starting October 22 for “special events, screenings of beloved classic films and theatrical releases of its films,” a representative from Caruso reported Friday morning, October 15.
“Netflix and Caruso announced today that the entertainment company will keep the legendary Bay Theater in Palisades Village open in a first of its kind partnership,” according to a statement.
The Bay Theater, which first opened in the development in November 2018, was previously operated by Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas and has remained closed since COVID-19 pandemic-related restrictions went into place in 2020.
“This reopening is the latest addition to Netflix’s recent dive into the physical cinema space as the company first began its operation of the iconic The Paris Theater in New York in 2019 and is currently working alongside American Cinematheque to restore and reopen the historic Egyptian Theater in Hollywood, which is set to re-welcome movie goers in 2022,” the statement continued.
The first weekend the theater is reopened will feature Jeymes Samuel’s “The Harder They Fall,” along with two free screenings of family-friendly films, “Vivo” and “The Mitchells vs. The Machines,” with a role by Palisadian Conan O’Brien, with tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis at the box office.
Other films set to debut later in 2021 include “Red Notice,” starring Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds and Gal Gadot, as well as Adam McKay’s “Don’t Look Up,” featuring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence. The first few weeks the theater is open will include free popcorn and beverages served at all shows.
“The Bay is one of those rare places that’s modern but also feels like a throwback experience of your local main street cinema,” said Scott Stuber, head of global films at Netflix, in a statement. “Together with Caruso, we’re excited to welcome movie lovers back to Palisades Village and join the local community. In addition to premieres and theatrical releases of upcoming Netflix films, audiences can look forward to family-oriented film programming, 35mm screenings of beloved classic films, in-person appearances and Q&As, free public events, and much more.”
The five-screen Bay Theater is an homage to the original Pacific Palisades theater, designed by S. Charles Lee, which dates back to the 1940s and was previously housed in what is now Anawalt’s Palisades Hardware.
Ticket prices will start at $12 for adults, and $10 for children and seniors. According to the statement, in-theater food and beverage service will continue to be available, as well as a lobby bar.
“We are proud to welcome Netflix to Palisades Village and offer our guests access to their exceptional programming,” shared Rick Caruso, founder and CEO of Caruso, in a statement. “We take great pride in our pioneering approach to retail and hospitality, and have found the perfect partner in Netflix, who share our passion for innovation. The coming together of two companies at the forefront of their industries will allow for a first-of-its-kind environment that will bring magic back to the movie-going experience.”
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