Fox Theatre Sets 2016 Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival Lineup

The Fox Theatre announced today the official movie lineup for the 2016 Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival held at the Fox Theatre, including the Opening Night selection "Purple Rain" this Saturday, May 14 at 7:30 p.m. Fans are invited to join in celebrating the legacy of Prince, as the date marks exactly one month since his legendary performance at the Fox Theatre. Special guest organist, Atlanta Hawks' famed Sir Foster, will be commanding Mighty Mo for an exclusive pre-show Prince tribute. The Fox Theatre will glow purple, as audiences will receive complimentary purple glow sticks on a first come, first serve basis.

Throughout the summer, modern and vintage movie classics will be shown on Fox Theatre's 26-foot high x 56-foot-8-inch wide big screen, and patrons will enjoy movies under the "stars" with Fox Theatre's distinct blue sky with twinkling stars and fluffy clouds. For select showings, Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival offers guests a magical pre-show experience that includes a sing-along with a vintage cartoon and the world renowned Mighty Mo organ.

Closing Night's Fan Favorite offers Fox Theatre's guests the opportunity to end the 2016 festival with a cinematic 'bang'! Hosted on the Fox Theatre's Facebook page, fans will be able to vote for their favorite classic, comedic or romantic movie title to return to the big screen. Fans are encouraged to continue to check Facebook.com/TheFoxTheatreAtlanta for movie nominees and voting details.

In addition, Special Movie Tours will be available prior to the noted films, allowing guests to experience guided tours through the projection booth, screening room, celebrity dressing rooms, and the iconic Fox Theatre stage while learning about the history of movie palaces and Mr. William Fox's innovations.

2016 Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival Schedule*

*All showings are at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted

Saturday, May 14 Purple Rain, a celebration of the artistry of Prince

Friday, June 10 Ferris Bueller's Day Off, 30th anniversary

Thursday, June 30 Breakfast at Tiffany's, 55th anniversary

Thursday, July 7 The Shining

Thursday, July 21 Shrek, 15th anniversary

Thursday, July 18 TBA

Thursday, August 18 TBA

Saturday, August 20 @ 10 a.m. Saturday Morning Cartoons

Saturday, August 20 Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory ('71), 45th anniversary

Thursday, August 25 Citizen Kane, 75th anniversary

Saturday, August 27 @ 2 p.m. Disney's The Little Mermaid, Sing-a-Long

Saturday, August 27 Closing Night's Fan Favorite

General Movie Ticket Pricing

Discounted movie tickets will go on sale today and are available at the Fox Theatre Ticket Office, online at www.foxtheatre.org or by calling 855-285-8499. Beginning Friday, June 3 at 10 a.m. all tickets will be $10. Tickets purchased day of the show will be $12. Additional fees may apply.

Specialty Movie Ticket Pricing

The showings of "Purple Rain" and "Disney's The Little Mermaid" (Sing-along) are Reserved Seating only. Tickets are $15.00 in advance or $20.00 on the day of show. Additional fees may apply.

Movie Tours and Parking Pricing

Tours must be purchased with a movie ticket, and are not sold separately. Prices are $35.00 for the movie ticket and tour ticket combined plus any processing fees at point of sale. Special $5 parking will be offered in select Lanier lots around the Fox Theatre, while spaces are available. For additional information on the movies or parking, please visit www.foxtheatre.org.

Note on Movie Tours: Space is limited; 20 people per individual tour. Movie Tours are not recommended for children under 7 due to the travel and tight locations. Children 2 and under are not permitted. Everyone must have a ticket. A few of the locations on the tour route are not ADA accessible and there are many stairs involved.

For more information, visit www.foxtheatre.org.

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