Arena Grand Movie Theatre Blog


2012 - A Great Year in Movies

Posted Friday, January 13, 2012 within Coming Soon.

With the year 2011 behind us, it is time to look forward to what Hollywood has in store for movie lovers everywhere. The films slated to release this year are sure please just about everyone, from those who are aching to re-live some cinema classics, to the ever faithful Fan Boys (and girls) who relish any good reason brush off their light sabers and tie on their capes.

Now is the time to schedule your entertainment for the year to come. Grab your calendars and make note of the following releases:

1/20: Underworld: Awakening 3D 2/10: Star Wars Episode I - The Phantom Menace 3D 3/6: 21 Jump Street 3/9: The Raven 3/23: The Hunger Games 4/6: American Reunion 4/6: James Cameron's Titanic in 3D 4/13: The Three Stooges 5/4: The Avengers 5/25: Men in Black 3 6/1: Snow White and the Huntsmen 7/3: The Amazing Spiderman 3D 7/20: The Dark Knight Rises

These are just some titles to add to your "must see" list. There are many more to come later in the year, but this at least gets you started. Stay tuned for suprise hit movies in the first 6 months of the year and brace yourself for other great films coming late summer, fall, and winter, including:

  • The Bourne Legacy
  • Total Recall (2012)
  • Bond 23
  • The Twilight Saga Breaking Dawn Part 2
  • The Hobbit 3D
  • The Lone Ranger

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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10 Year Anniversary Extravaganza!

Posted Thursday, September 29, 2011 within Events.

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The month of October marks the 10 year anniversary of the Arena Grand Movie Theatre, and to celebrate, we invite you to join us for a month full of fun, excitement, and spectacular deals! Celebrate with us for a month packed full of special events!

Join us for the Ohio Film & Music Festival 10/6 - 10/9, then Wonderland's Cinemusica where filmmakers, musicians, and performing artists team up for an artistic celebration on 10/15. And don't miss the Columbus premiere of "Take Me Home" written, directed, produced by, and starring Ohio native Sam Jaegar best known for his current role on TV's "Parenthood." Jaegar (an Otterbein graduate) will do a Q&A at the Arena Grand following all showings Friday October 21 - Sunday October 23. A portion of the proceeds from "Take Me Home" benefit Autism Speaks.

What's even better? To thank you for your continued support we are offering everyone a $10 deal throughout the month of October. Mention our anniversary special at the Box Office and receive an admission ticket and a small popcorn for only $10. Offer valid Sunday - Thursday the entire month of October and can not be used for future show purchases.

We look forward to seeing everyone here as we celebrate 10 years and gear up for many more to come with our great customers and the amazing people who support our local business in this incredible city!

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Ohio Film + Music Festival - October 6-9, 2011

Posted Saturday, September 17, 2011 within Events.

The Ohio Film + Music Festival unveiled the schedule for its inaugural event, which will take place October 6-9, 2011. The Ohio Film + Music Festival is a four-day event highlighting the artistry of filmmakers and musicians originating from the 17th state. Curated by OFMF founders Eric Mahoney and Scott Johnson, the fest will showcase the diverse array of creative talent Ohio has produced through the years--from auteur filmmaker Jim Jarmusch to acclaimed hip-hop deejay RJD2 and world-renowned rock bands like the Heartless Bastards and New Bomb Turks. Tickets to each of the films and each of the three nightly concerts are sold separately at Brown Paper Tickets. For more information, visit the Ohio Film + Music Festival website Ohio Film + Music Festival

SCHEDULE

Friday, October 7

The Arena Grand Theatre

6:00pm- Stranger Than Paradise (dir. Jim Jarmusch, 1984) w/ The Garage Tapes (featuring Tom Waits)

Saturday, October 8

The Arena Grand Theatre

1:30pm- 4,192: The Crowning of the Hit King (dir. Terry Lukemire, 2010)

3:55pm- The Last Truck: Closing of a GM Plant (dir. Steven Bognar and Julia Reichert) North Dixie Drive (dir. Eric Mahoney, 2011)

6:05pm- Deadbeat at Dawn (dir. Jim van Bebber, 1988)

Sunday, October 9

The Arena Grand Theatre

1:15pm- Double-Stop (dir. Roger and Gerald Sindell, 1968) w/ Falling Up

3:25pm- Outside In (dir. Todd Volkmer, 2010)

Stoney Knows How (dir. Alan Govenar, 1981)

5:05pm- True Nature (dir. Patrick Steele, 2010)

7:10pm- 45365 (dir. Bill and Turner Ross, 2009) w/ Lifelike

MUSIC

Thursday, October 6

The Summit, Doors at 8:00pm

Eye (Columbus)

The Main Street Gospel (Columbus)

Nick Tolford and Company (Columbus)

Buffalo Killers (Columbus)

Friday, October 7

Skully's Music Diner, Doors at 8:00pm

R. Ring (Dayton)

Cloud Nothings (Cleveland)

Heartless Bastards (Cincinnati)

New Bomb Turks (Columbus)

Saturday, October 8

Skully's Music Diner, Doors at 9:00pm

Envelope (Columbus)

Blueprint (Columbus)

Icebird (RJD2)

RJD2 (Columbus)

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Take Me Home - Columbus Premiere to benefit Autism Speaks

Posted Tuesday, September 13, 2011 within Events.

Description of imageWe are excited to announce the upcoming Columbus Premiere of the film "Take Me Home", directed, written, produced by, and also starring Ohio native and Otterbein graduate, Sam Jaegar. This extraordinary independent film has received critical acclaim and rave audience reviews at numerous film festivals across the country. Recently this picture won "Best Music in a Film" at the Nashville Film Festival.

"Take Me Home" is a romantic comedy that tells the story of Thom and Claire. When Claire jumps in Thom's beat-up cab in New York, neither realize that they have just begun a journey together of self-discovery that will have them crossing the United States in an effort to find home. In addition to Sam Jaeger, the film also stars: Amber Jaegar, Victor Garber, and Lin Shaye.

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Sam Jaegar will be joining us at the Arena Grand to conduct a Q&A session with the audience during the opening weekend (date/time TBD). Mr. Jaegar is well-known for his current role on NBC's "Parenthood" as well as his roles in numerous films including: Lucky Number Slevin, Catch and Release, Behind Enemy Lines, and Hart's War.

For more visit: Take Me Home Official Site.

This incredible movie will open at the Arena Grand on Friday October 21, 2011 and will run through Thursday October 27, 2011 with one showing each day. 20% of ticket sales for the run of this film will be donated to Autism Speaks. This is a wonderful opportunity to support a local graduate, see an amazing film, and help a very important cause.

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Free Harry Potter Glasses at the Midnight Show!

Posted Friday, July 8, 2011 within Events.

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FREE HARRY POTTER 3D GLASSES!

To thank all the wonderful fans of the Potter series, the Arena Grand Theatre and Warner Brothers are excited to offer FREE Harry Potter 3D glasses for the midnight release and opening weekend of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2!

Glasses only available to patrons watching the 3D version of the movie and available only while supplies last!

As an extra bonus, and ONLY at the Arena Grand, each pair of Potter 3D glasses will come with a soft cloth branded bag (while supplies last) for safe and easy storage of your keepsake glasses after the film. Just one more reason why the Arena Grand is the best choice in Columbus for Harry Potter fans!

PARTY EARLY FOR POTTER AT THE MIDNIGHT SHOW!

It is quite rare that a movie event of this magnitude exists, so the Arena Grand is going to make your very last Potter moviegoing experience one you will never forget! Join us for cocktails at our bar including Butterbeer and other magically inspired drinks before your show.

Brush off your broomsticks and press your robes! We encourage costumes at the midnight show! Come as your favorite character and you could win great prizes including free movie passes to our theatre or free snacks from concession!

Members of our team will be walking the lines ready to 'Potter quiz' you with wizarding trivia so be prepared to win this way as well.

If you are looking for great fun at the movie theater Columbus voted #1 then don't go bland for Potter, go GRAND!

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