London, UK ( July 6, 2020 )
Ymagis Group Opens Third ILLUCITY Virtual Reality Park in Brest
Ymagis Group (FR0011471291, MAGIS, PEA-PME), the European specialist in digital technologies for the film industry, today announced the successful launch of its third ILLUCITY virtual reality (VR) park, in Brest (France). Following the popular Paris-La Villette and Marseille locations, ILLUCITY Bres…
London, UK ( July 3, 2020 )
Nightflix Drive-In Cinema Tops U.K. & Ireland Ticket Sales for June as the U.K. Demonstrates its Love of The Big Screen
June 15th saw the U.K. begin to emerge from the trappings of COVID-19 lockdown and as part of that first wave of lifting restrictions, drive-in cinemas were given the green light to open their gates. Nightflix Drive-In Cinema kicked-off screenings June 19th and has gone on to top UK & Ireland ci…
Washington D.C. ( July 3, 2020 )
Coalition of Businesses Applaud Introduction of RESTART Act; Urge Swift Enactment
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association, Live Events Coalition, National Association of Theatre Owners, National Independent Talent Organization, National Independent Venue Association, National Restaurant Association, Outdoor Amusement Business Association, Sports Events and…
Los Angeles ( July 1, 2020 )
Platinum Equity Expands Entertainment Portfolio with Acquisition of Deluxe Entertainment’s Distribution Business
Platinum Equity today announced the acquisition of Deluxe Entertainment Services Inc.’s distribution business (“Deluxe”). Financial terms were not disclosed. Deluxe Entertainment’s creative businesses are not included in the acquisition. Former Deluxe CEO Cyril Drabinsky, who left the company in 201…
Burbank (CA) ( July 1, 2020 )
Leon Silverman Named Chair of HPA Industry Recovery Task Force
The Hollywood Professional Association (HPA), the trade organization serving the professional community that provides expertise, support, tools and infrastructure for the creation and finishing of media content, announced today that industry leader and former HPA president Leon Silverman will lead t…
Brussels, Belgium ( June 30, 2020 )
UNIC Launches Fourth Edition of the Women’s Cinema Leadership Programme
The International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), the European cinema trade grouping, today launched the fourth edition of its Women’s Cinema Leadership Programme, a 12-month mentoring programme for women in cinema exhibition. Following the success of the first three editions, this year’s programme will pr…
Sacramento, Calfornia ( June 30, 2020 )
ShowBiz Cinemas’ Chooses Cinionic to Upgrade All SDX Auditoriums to Laser
Cinionic, the Barco, CGS, and ALPD cinema joint venture, expands its relationship with Showbiz Cinemas, to power its Superior Digital Experience (SDX) auditoriums with laser technology. The collaboration further solidifies both companies’ commitment to elevating the movie-going experience, deliverin…
New York ( June 30, 2020 )
IMAX And CGV Expand Longstanding Global Partnership With New 17-Theatre International Deal
IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) and CGV today announced a broad expansion of their longstanding partnership with an agreement to launch 17 new theatres around the world. The expansive agreement includes nine new IMAX® theatres in South Korea — one of IMAX’s fast-growing markets and home of its h…
Leawood, Kansas ( June 30, 2020 )
AMC Theatres Now to Begin Its Reopening of U.S. Theatres on Thursday, July 30
AMC Theatres (NYSE:AMC, “AMC” or the “Company”), the largest theatrical exhibition company in the United States, in Europe & the Middle East, and the world, today announced a new U.S. reopening date of July 30, when it will resume operations of 450 U.S. theatres as part o…
Ghent, Belgium ( June 29, 2020 )
Update Regarding Reopening Kinepolis Cinemas Worldwide
Following the worldwide outbreak of the coronavirus, Kinepolis was forced to close all of its cinemas as of mid-March. In the meantime, cinemas in various countries have begun restarting their operations and there are now concrete reopening plans in all countries where the Group is active. We wish t…
Dallas, Texas ( June 25, 2020 )
Studio Movie Grill Reopens More Locations in Phases
Studio Movie Grill ("SMG") is excited to continue reopening theaters after a successful Phase 1. “We are thrilled to have begun safely welcoming guests back to movies on the big screen at SMG Theaters,” Founder/CEO Brian Schultz shared. “If this past weekend in Texas is any indication, we…
Dublin, Ireland ( June 25, 2020 )
Omniplex Commences Phased Re-Opening of Cinemas
Today, Omniplex Cinemas have announced the re-opening of seven cinemas on Friday 3 July in Cork, Rathmines, Limerick, Galway, Wexford, Arklow and the brand new D’LUXX cinema in Drogheda. In order for staff and guests to enjoy a safe cinema trip, Omniplex have implemented a range of new measures incl…
Riyadh ( June 25, 2020 )
VOX Cinemas Reopen in Saudi Arabia
Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, announced that VOX Cinemas, Little Explorers, Magic Planet and Yalla! Bowling reopened across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Sunday following the recent government directive…
London ( June 25, 2020 )
ODEON Announces Reopening Dates for UK Cinemas
The nation’s largest cinema chain, ODEON, is excited to announce it will begin reopening cinemas from Saturday 4 July, with new health and safety measures in place. Ten ODEON cinemas in England will be the first to open, with a further 88 UK cinemas set to reopen by 16 July. To ensure guests can enj…
Los Angeles ( June 23, 2020 )
Fandango Launches Comprehensive Theater Reopening Program To Help Fans Go Back to Movie Theaters With Confidence
To support the reopening of movie theaters across the country, Fandango announced today the launch of a multi-dimensional program to help moviegoers go back to theaters with confidence and peace of mind. Starting today, Fandango.com and Fandango mobile apps will begin rolling out new resources and p…
London ( June 23, 2020 )
UK Cinema Association Welcomes Government Announcement on Re-opening Cinemas in England
The UK Cinema Association has welcomed today’s confirmation by the UK Government that cinemas in England will be able to open from 4 July. The announcement comes over three months after cinemas across the UK were required to close as part of the response to the outbreak of COVID-19. Welcoming the ne…
Edinburgh ( June 23, 2020 )
Edinburgh International Film Festival & Unique Events Launch New Monthly Drive-In Movies Event at Edinburgh Airport
Edinburgh International Film Festival and Unique Events, the team behind the capital’s successful ‘Film Fest in the City’ outdoor cinema events have teamed up with Edinburgh Airport to produce a new monthly event for cinema fans throughout the rest of 2020. From Wednesday 8 July those who have regis…
New York ( June 22, 2020 )
ViacomCBS Announces Exclusive Digital Release for “The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run”
ViacomCBS Inc. (Nasdaq: VIACA, VIAC) (“ViacomCBS”) today announced the latest feature film in the SpongeBob franchise, “The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run,” will debut digitally in the U.S via premium video on demand in early 2021 and then move exclusively to CBS All Access, ViacomCBS’ subscript…
Kortrijk, Belgium ( June 22, 2020 )
Kinepolis Group Accelerates Transition to Laser
Cinionic, the Barco, CGS, and ALPD cinema joint venture, announces plans to upgrade Kinepolis cinemas with its exclusive RGB+ laser solutions, continuing the longstanding relationship between the companies. Global exhibitor Kinepolis Group operates nearly 1,100 screens across nine countries includin…
