VTA Sets 2016 Cool Films Series

Victoria Theatre Association's annual Summer Cool Films Series continues 2016's celebration of Victoria Theatre's 150th Anniversary with a special line up of films celebrating the time when generations of Daytonians came to the "Victory" to see the latest movie release. The Summer Cool Films Series runs July 8-August 28 and includes Reel Late at the Vic late night movies and daytime Family Films! Beginning July 8, VTA will set out the popular FREE popcorn and FREE soda plus some FREE nostalgia at the historic Victoria Theatre. Passbooks for the series are on sale now at Ticket Center Stage. Call (937) 228-3630, toll free (888) 228-3630 or purchase online at www.ticketcenterstage.com.

"Since the 1940s, what is now known as the Victoria Theatre was the place to come to see a great movie," says Ken Neufeld, President and CEO of Victoria Theatre Association and The Arts Center Foundation. "It was a first-run Warner Brothers house and then a Disney cinema. To honor Victoria's 150th anniversary this year, we chose films that represent some of the theatre's greatest hits. We are still using 35 mm prints as much as possible and keeping the prices low. Come on down and see these great films on the big screen with us this summer."

PRICE REMAINS BEST DEAL IN TOWN!

What's the best part about the 2016 Cool Films Series (besides FREE popcorn and soda)? Tickets are just $6 each ($3 for the Family Matinees) or $35 for a 10-ticket passbook- a great entertainment bargain during a year when a night at the movie theater can cost up to $20 per person! Passes can be used in any combination across all films!

Passbooks are on sale now through Ticket Center Stage. They may be purchased at the Schuster Center Box Office in downtown Dayton, by phone at (937) 228-3630 or toll free (888) 228-3630, or online at www.ticketcenterstage.com - click on Victoria Theatre Association, then Cool Films Series.

Individual tickets are available day-of-show at the Victoria Theatre Box Office, beginning one hour prior to showtime. Films are shown at 7 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 3 p.m. on Sundays in the air-conditioned comfort of the Victoria Theatre. Recreating the feel of the old-time movie palaces, guests may enjoy free popcorn and soda in the lobby beginning one hour prior to showtime and a classic cartoon just before the movie.

Summer 2016 Cool Films Series

REAR WINDOW - July 8-10

Color, 112 minutes, 1954- Directed by Alfred Hitchcock- Starring James Stewart, Grace Kelly and Wendell Corey

One of Hitchcock's masterpieces, it was nominated for every Oscar in 1954 but lost to On The Waterfront. A wheelchair-bound photographer (James Stewart) spies on his neighbors from his apartment window and becomes convinced one of them has committed murder. Beautifully restored in 2000 to its former Technicolor glory, REAR WINDOW is as movie where director Alfred Hitchcock proves he is a "master of suspense."

THE WIZARD OF OZ- July 15-17

Color, 102 minutes, 1939- Directed by Victor Fleming- Starring Judy Garland, Frank Morgan and Ray Bolger

Perhaps the most popular family film of all time, it won the Oscar for Best Music and Best Original Song, but lost out to Gone with the Wind for cinematography and art direction. Bring the little ones - come in costume - fun & games will be in the lobby - experience the magic of Oz in the magical Victoria!

Disney's MARY POPPINS- July 22-24

Color, 139 minutes, 1964 - Directed by Robert Stevenson- Starring Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke and David Tomlinson

Winning 5 Oscars at the 1965 Academy Awards, this movie musical was a huge hit and figures into many a childhood memory of the Victory. Young and old(er) alike will delight in this charmer, one of the earliest films to blend animation with live action.

OCEANS 11- July 28-31

Color, 127 minutes, 1960- Directed by Lewis Milestone- Starring Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr.

Swing the best of 'em! The Rat Pack is back at the Victoria! Danny Ocean gathers a group of his World War II compatriots to pull off the ultimate Las Vegas heist. Together the eleven friends plan to rob five Las Vegas casinos in one night. Ain't that a kick in the head?

VICTORIA THEATRE'S 150TH ANNIVERSARY DISNEY WEEKEND- Aug. 5-7

Back in the 1960s, the Victory Theatre was the place to see Disney's latest animated features and other films. We've heard so many stories from patrons who remember coming downtown to the Victory for an afternoon of Disney entertainment. To celebrate the Victoria Theatre's 150th Anniversary, we thought it only appropriate to bring Disney back to the theatre at First and Main! This by invitation-only FREE three-day event will feature three different animated classics from the 1950s and 1960s. Invitations will go out to VTA patrons by direct mail and email.

CASABLANCA- Aug. 12-14

Black and white, 102 minutes, 1942 -Directed by Michael Curtiz- Starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman and Paul Henreid.

Basking in the position of No. 2 on the American Film Institute's list of the 100 Best Films of All Time and the No. 3 position with Entertainment Weekly's Greatest Films of All Time, this classic war-torn romance won three Oscars and is perhaps the most-quoted movie of all time. Make plans with to join us this summer to relive the romance again.

GONE WITH THE WIND- Aug. 19-21

Color, 238 minutes, 1939- Directed by Victor Fleming- Starring Cark Gable, Vivien Leigh and Thomas Mitchell

Considered the best romance of all time, this epic tale of the old South swept the 1940 Academy Awards collecting eight Oscars including Best Actress, Best Director, Best Writing, Best Cinematography and Best Art Direction. It's listed No. 4 on the 100 Best Films of All Time by the American Film Institute. If you haven't seen it, you absolutely must. If you have, you know you need to see it again on the big screen in gorgeous 35mm.

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes- Aug. 26-28

Color, 91 minutes, 1953- Directed by Howard Hawks- Starring Jane Russell, Marilyn Monroe, and Charles Coburn

"Two Little Girls from Little Rock" (Russell and Monroe) embark on a on a transatlantic cruise, working their way to Paris, and enjoying the company of any eligible men they meet along the way. Famous for the song "Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend," GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES is a great romp to end the summer!

FAMILY WEEKDAY MATINEES

Families, youth groups and day campers will enjoy 4 fun films in July! These films are all rated G and shown each Thursday in July at 10 a.m. Tickets are a steal at $3.

BABE - July 7

DAFFY DUCK'S QUACK BUSTERS - July 14

AN AMERICAN TAIL - July 21

MUPPETS FROM SPACE - July 28

REEL LATE AT THE VIC

Remember coming to the late show back in the day at the Victory (now Victoria)? Well, whether that's part of your youth or not, join us for three 10:30 p.m. showings of some great late-night film fare.

THIS IS SPINAL TAP - July 16

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW - August 13

NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD - August 27

For tickets call the Ticket Center Stage at (937) 228-3630 or toll free (888) 228-3630, or go online www.ticketcenterstage.com or visit the Box Office located in the Wintergarden of the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center in downtown Dayton.

For more information about Victoria Theatre Association's entire 2016-2017 season and the rest of the 2015-2016 season, visit www.victoriatheatre.com.

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