Village Theaters will open its doors Thursday night, June 23. Three identical opening night ceremonies will take place that evening, and complimentary tickets will be available at the box office on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Grand Opening Event times are at 5:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.

Tickets will be available at the box office starting today, June 20, between 5-8 p.m., and will continue through Wednesday while supplies last. There is a two-ticket limit per person and ticket holders must arrive 30 minutes prior to showtime to gain admission. 

Each event will last about 70 minutes and include introductions, a short Oscar-winning film on the first 100 years of motion pictures, and other brief tributes and promotions. Guests will have an opportunity to walk through all three screening rooms, and will also receive a complimentary popcorn and drink.

Beginning at 12:01 a.m. Friday, June 24, the Village Theater will begin running regular screenings of their first film, Cars 2, at regular prices. 

General admission tickets are $10.50; children under 12 and seniors 62 and older are $7.50. Bargain shows before 6 p.m. will cost $8.50. Special 3D showings are an additional $2 per ticket. Vintage Cinemas gift books will also be available at the box office. 

The Village Theater is located at 820 Orange Ave. For more information call 619-437-6161 or visit www.vintagecinemas.com.

Submitted by Joe Ditler of Part-Time PR.