Wilmette Theatre to Celebrate Art House Theatre Weekend

The Art House Convergence, an international consortium of independent, community-based, mission-driven movie theaters, is pleased to announce the first Art House Theater Day, taking place on Saturday, September 24, 2016.

More than 160 theaters, including the Wilmette Theatre (1122 Central Ave., Wilmette) will participate in this nationwide celebration of the cultural and community growth that art house theaters promote. Because we have so much to celebrate the Wilmette Theatre is hosting special events all weekend long starting Friday, Sept .23rd through Sunday, Sept 25th.

National Art House Theater Day celebrates the art house theater and the cultural role it plays in a community. It is a day to recognize the year-round contributions of film and filmmakers, patrons, projectionists, and staff, and the brick and mortar theaters that are passionately dedicated to providing access to the best cinematic experience.

The Wilmette Theatre is one of the most unique art houses in Chicago. The Wilmette Theatre attracts visitors from distant suburbs, and even from out of state, due to its unique programming that can't be found elsewhere. The Theatre often screens movies that are not widely available in Chicago, hosts live events and is a venue for other nonprofits and for independent filmmakers to screen their work.

In addition to their regularly scheduled films, the Wilmette Theatre will feature the following special programs, events, and film discussions as part of Art House Theater Day.

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SCHEDULE OF ART HOUSE WEEKEND EVENTS:

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23rd

7:00pm - 19th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival

Over 100,000 film lovers in over 250 cities gather in Cinemas, Museums and Universities for one purpose...to view and vote on the Finalist's Films in the 19th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival. Each Finalist selected will be eligible to enter the Oscars. The director for the US selection, Ella Gets a Promotion?, will be in attendance at this screening.

Tickets: $10 / $8.50 students & seniors, www.wilmettetheatre.com

7:00pm - Writer's Theatre Series: All The King's Men

In celebration of their 25th Anniversary Season, Writers Theatre is partnering with the Wilmette Theatre on a curated film series to compliment each of their six productions. The film selected for Writers Theatre first production, Julius Caesar, is All The King's Men. This 1949 film received 7 Oscar nominations and won Best Picture, Best Actor and Best Supporting Actress.

Tickets $10.00, $8.50 for seniors & students, www.wilmettetheatre.com

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24th

2:00pm - Time Bandits

Celebrate National Art House Theatre Day at the Wilmette Theatre by taking in the film, TIME BANDITS. Enjoy a 2K restoration of Terry Gilliam's family-friendly fantasy-adventure Time Bandits, about a young boy who falls in with a band of time-traveling thieves. This is one of the national selections for Art House Theatre Day.

Tickets are $9.50 / $7.50 students & seniors, www.wilmettetheatre.com

6:30pm -Fundraising Event: Enjoy A Night Under The Stars at the 'Mette

The Wilmette Theatre invites the community, theatre lovers, philanthropists, local businesses, patrons and supporters of the Theatre to celebrate its first 5 years as a not for profit. Guests will enjoy delicious food and drinks, bid on auction items, and watch FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF "Under the Stars" in the backlot of the Theatre. Wilmette's own Stephanie Rogers will serve as the evening's emcee.

Tickets are $100, www.wilmettetheatre.com

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH

2:00pm - Asian Pop-Up Cinema Series Screens HAMOG at the 'Mette

As part of Season III of Asian Pop-Up Cinema Series this fall, the Wilmette Theatre will screen the Chicago premiere of HAMOG (Tagalog w/subtitles). Unexpected events in their daily routine of crime and survival in the busy streets of Manila lead to dramatic changes for a gang of street kids. Performed by the talented young cast with Teri Malvar (15-yr old) winning the Best Actress Award at the Moscow International Film Festival 2016, "the film lays bare the sad reality of an ill-ridden society but also offers some hope for the future".

Tickets are $10 / $8 seniors & students, www.wilmettetheatre.com

2:00pm - 19th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival

Over 100,000 film lovers in over 250 cities gather in Cinemas, Museums and Universities for one purpose...to view and vote on the Finalist's Films in the 19th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival. Each Finalist selected will be eligible to enter the Oscars.

Tickets: $10 / $8.50 students & seniors, www.wilmettetheatre.com

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For more information visit: www.wilmettetheatre.com and "LIKE" Wilmette Theatre on Facebook at Facebook.com/WilmetteTheatre; FOLLOW @WilmetteTheatre.

More than 100 years after opening its doors, the not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) Wilmette Theatre continues to be the premiere multi-arts and performance center anchoring the downtown Wilmette business district. The theatre plays host to an eclectic mix of film, movies, concerts and live programs and is also home to the well-respected Actors Training Center, offering classes for kids, teens and adults. 1122 Central Avenue, Wilmette, IL, 60091.

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