orinda theater

This movie house in down town Orinda is not a real palace or even close in size but the art deco restoration is off the charts. We usually attend in groups of four and six and each time we show up the groups breaks apart to study the walls, sconces and lamps in the halls. This is a fun place to support with patronage and it is directly next to a large group of restaurants. Parking is both on street and in the large capacity garage directly behind this movie theater. We attend twice a month and will continue to do so in the future. Prices are under ten dollars per 99% of the showings. Clean and comfortable. The candy counter welcomes you upon entry and offers a wide assortment of goodies. Highly recommended.

Tuesdays are 'Super Tuesdays' in Orinda at the movie theater. You can see a first run movie for $7.00. If you go during the day - there are usually very few people and you will enjoy the sound quality, the quiet and the comfort. It is a gloriously restored art deco movie house that shows first run movies. There are 3 theaters in the building - small, medium and large. If you are a fan of art deco - you will want them to turn on the lights so you can see all the deco details in the lobby, restrooms and in the large screening room as well as the Egyptian Revival paintings and wall carvings in the 2 smaller screening rooms. Each theater has wonderful murals on the walls. Very WPA-ish. As it was a slow day when we were there, we were lucky enough to get a tour and some chit chat. Loved it! Also - you can buy a annual subscription to the movie house. If you are an avid movie goer - for $150/year you can go every Tuesday and also attend the Movie Festival later in the year for no additional charge. I will become a regular - schedule permitting. This is a venue worth supporting. I even made a small charitable donation and even signed-up for their email list. Can't believe I've lived on this side of tunnel for 7 years and had never been here. BTW - the theater will validate parking for up to 3 hours in the well-lighted, surveillance camera equipped, clean underground garage. There is also on-street parking and lots of small tasty places to eat in the neighborhood. Downtown Orinda really has been revitalized since I first moved out here and it is very enjoyable. You don't have to go to Walnut Creek to have a fun time.

Beautiful old thirties theater completely re-done. There are 3 screens. The largest is the oldest part with restored murals and loge seating. There are two more screens, one holds only about 50 people and has a wonderful star studded ceiling. I'll never forget seeing Peter Pan there - magic. they show the most current movies as well as oldies on occasion. There is also a filmevent for indie films once a year,

Wonderful flavor of an old refurbished theater. I am not suer of how this place operates but know that volunteers and donations are needed to keep the old theaters in the area open so as to continue serving the local public in style. The renovations are much appreciated. The popcorn is fresh. There are some very small auditoriums as well as the really big old grand cinema so if you are picky about how close you want to be to the screen, inquire before buying tickets about the size of the theater your movie is in. Parking in the garage under the theater.

Tired of squeezing into one of those modern 18 cracker box cineplex theaters? Take a step back into the 1960s and luxuriate in a large old fashioned neighborhood art deco treasure (skip the side theaters unless you crave a cineplex experience). For a special treat, keep an eye out for their special showing of classic films.

Nice art deco theater that shows current films and international films monthly. Only downside is that one of the 3 theaters is VERY small. Can't recomend seeing films on this screen. Call ahead to see what film is playing where.

The big old grand Orinda theater with the big screen and comfortable chairs that you can stretch out is worth pulling yourself away from the comforts of your own home & TV.

Cant beat the classic art deco theater for a movie experience.Lots of room in the big auditorium. Friendly staff.

There are 3 screens in the Theater, with the main screen well decorated in an Art Deco style. The other two screens are smaller, with the third screen quite small but it is a good place to go if it is a rainy Sunday afternoon.All three really depend a lot on what is actually showing. The theater is part of a larger complex with some good places to eat in the immediate area. Next door to the theater is a gyro place which has other Greek/Arabic food. Across the street is an excellent Italian place and around the back in the overall complex there is a good Mexican restaurant. Plenty of parking in lot below. it is a good place to go if you want to see what is playing.

Historic art deco theatre and iconic symbol of Orinda in downtown. The only cost to get in is the price of a movie ticket, but a film you want to see is playing there, it's a treat to see it in this beautiful old theatre.

Built in the 1940s the Orinda theater is a great place to see a film. It is gigantic with plenty of seats. They validate parking and there are many places to eat nearby. They also have two smaller theaters and frequently will have art films that are not seen at the large megaplex theaters. It is rarely crowded and the sound is excellent. The Orinda theater is run by a local non profit which supports the local film community.

Love the Orinda Theater! It's charming and spacious. We always try and see movies there to support it.

This is a landmark theater. It is in a very safe location with easy parking. Clean and friendly. Sometimes the sound is too loud for me, but others disagree.

Classic theater and beautiful wall decorations. Worthwhile to see a movie in the big theater .Set in a shopping district with casual restaurants in close walking distance.

This is a great theatre. Beer and wine were served in the lobby. Great murals on the wall and the big old velvet curtains over a stage before they start the movie, but modern movie magic happens here.