PRESENTED WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT BY NANCY AND NEIL SCHAFFEL.
Cinema Classics Series presents a month-long celebration of classic movie musicals at the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country.
“The Wizard of Oz” (1939) will start things off on Tuesday Aug. 30. Followed by fan favorites “A Star is Born” on Sept. 13, “Singing in the Rain” (1952) on Sept. 20, and, appropriately, the movie musical “Grease” (1978) on Sept. 26 to commemorate the birthday of the late Australian singer and actress Olivia Newton-John, star of the popular film.
A family-friendly start time of 7 p.m. is scheduled for all four films.
General Admission: $5 each (plus fees & tax)
Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
Showtime: 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
The Wizard of Oz - The story takes place after a tornado hurls through Kansas, during which Dorothy Gale (Garland) and her dog, Toto, are swept away from their home to the colorful and vibrant Land of Oz. In order to find their way back home, they must embark on a journey to the Emerald City, where the Wizard of Oz (Morgan) resides.
On the way, they are accompanied by a Scarecrow (Bolger) who wants a brain, a Tin Man (Haley) who wants a heart, and a Cowardly Lion (Lahr) who wants courage. They are hopeful that the Wizard will be able to fulfill their wishes, but not far behind them is the Wicked Witch of the West (Hamilton), who is out for revenge on Dorothy after she accidentally killed her sister, the Wicked Witch of the East. Run time: 1 hr. 52 min.
A Star is Born (1954) A film star helps a young singer and actress find fame, even as age and alcoholism send his own career on a downward spiral. Starring Judy Garland, James Mason, & Jack Carson. Run time: 2 hr. 56 min.
Singin’ in the Rain- A silent film star falls for a chorus girl just as he and his delusionally jealous screen partner are trying to make the difficult transition to talking pictures in 1920s Hollywood. Starring: Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, and Donald O’Connor. Run time: 1 hr. 43 min.
Grease- Good girl Sandy Olsson and greaser Danny Zuko fell in love over the summer. When they unexpectedly discover they're now in the same high school, will they be able to rekindle their romance? Starring: Olivia Newton John, John Travolta, Stockard Channing, and more. Run time: 1 hr. 50 min.
PARKING INFORMATION
Please be sure to carefully read the information and instructions below to have the best experience when you visit the theatre.
Metered & lot parking is free all day on Sundays and every day after 5 p.m.
Parking in Appalachian State parking lots (e.g. the Peacock Lot accessed off Howard Street) is available for free on week nights after 5 p.m. and on non-gameday/event weekends on Saturday and Sunday.
Metered street parking & pay lots are monitored and parking is enforced Monday – Saturday from 8 a.m. until 5 pm except on town observed holidays.
Accessible Parking:
Parking at metered accessible parking areas is free, as long as the correct placard/license plate is displayed and up to date.
ATHC does not own or operate any parking lots or meters and cannot accept responsibility for any parking mishaps or fees.