Plaza Theatre, Atlanta
Nestled along Ponce de Leon Avenue, the Plaza Theatre stands as a beloved time capsule of yesteryear, transporting visitors to the glory days of neighborhood cinemas. Adorned with a vibrant neon marquee, this vintage movie house may lack the frills of modern stadium-seating arenas, but it more than makes up for it with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. With two screens showcasing everything from indie gems to Hollywood blockbusters and cult classics, there's something for every cinephile to enjoy.
The theatre first opened in 1939 and quickly became a beloved neighborhood institution, screening Hollywood films and later, art-house fare. In the 1970s, the theater became a staple for midnight movie screenings of cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and "Pink Flamingos," and it continues to host these events today. In the early 2000s, the Plaza Theatre faced the possibility of closure, but the community rallied together to save the historic landmark.
The theatre first opened in 1939 and quickly became a beloved neighborhood institution, screening Hollywood films and later, art-house fare. In the 1970s, the theater became a staple for midnight movie screenings of cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and "Pink Flamingos," and it continues to host these events today. In the early 2000s, the Plaza Theatre faced the possibility of closure, but the community rallied together to save the historic landmark.
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Sight Name: Plaza Theatre
Sight Location: Atlanta, USA (See walking tours in Atlanta)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Atlanta, USA (See walking tours in Atlanta)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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