The Historic
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Film being inspected by our projectionist, Steve Blair
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The Historic
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Film being inspected by our projectionist, Steve Blair
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Suggested donations of $10 for adults, $5 for children are encouraged.
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A fundraiser event for Imagination Library of Johnson County
The Library that Dolly BuiltMay 7
7 p.m., Tuesday (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.) 2020 - 1 hour, 30 minutes - Documentary Not rated A behind-the-scenes look at Dolly Parton's literacy-focused non-profit, Imagination Library, to show how the famous performer shares her love of reading. Admission to this fundraising event for Imagination Library Johnson County is free and tickets are not required, however a donation is encouraged. 100% of the donations received will go toward providing books to children under the age of 5 and living in Johnson County. Suggested donation $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12. Suggested donations can be made by clicking here. Cash donations will be accepted at the door. Starring: Danica McKellar and Dolly Parton An outside rental presented by: Imagination Library of Johnson County |
Swartz Senior Series showing
May 9, 1:30 p.m., Thursday Open to anyone 55-and-over. FREE admission courtesy of Swartz Family Community Mortuary - PLUS - free small popcorn and soda combo courtesy of Astral at Franklin Tickets available day of show only and will be distributed when doors open at 12:30, Thursday, May 9. The Wizard of OzMay 10 and 11
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1939 - 1 hour, 42 minutes - Family, Musical Rated PG The Wizard of Oz is an annual tradition at The Historic Artcraft Theatre. Considered by many to be one of the greatest films of all time, it is a landmark film for its use of film, its memorable songs and incredible set design. Starring: Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr, Jack Haley Sponsored by: OnStage Live Cabaret |
Pee Wee's Big AdventureMay 17 and 18
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1985 - 1 hour, 31 minutes - Adventure, Comedy, Family Rated PG The inimitable and eccentric Pee-wee Herman has his one of a kind bicycle stolen, so he sets off on an adventure to recover his prized possession, encountering ghosts, biker gangs, and Milton Berle along the way. Paul Reuben's Pee-wee Herman character has delighted audiences of all ages since the 1980s. As both the feature-film debut of Pee-wee Herman and director Tim Burton, Pee-wee's Big Adventure is a fun-filled, wacky, wild delight. Starring: Paul Reubens, Elizabeth Daily, Mark Holton Sponsored by: Janette Koon, CFP; Craig Clements, CLF; Waddell and Reed |
This show is available to members only, as a thank you for supporting The Historic Artcraft Theatre.
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A Members Exclusive showingBeach Blanket BingoMay 19
2 p.m., Sunday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1965 - 1 hour, 38 minutes - Comedy, Musical Rating: Approved The beach party crew, led by Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello, try their hand at skydiving along with star singer Sugar Kane. Eric Von Zipper and his crew of Rat Pack bikers show up to stir up trouble. One of the best remembered beach party films, Beach Party Bingo was Frankie Avalon's final starring role in the series. Come get ready for summer with a light-hearted romp at the beach! Starring: Frankie Avalon, Annette Funicello, Deborah Walley, Harvey Lembeck Click here to learn more about memberships. |
Imitation of LifeMay 24 and 25
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1934 - 1 hour, 51 minutes - Comedy, Drama, Romance Rating: Approved A struggling widow and her daughter take in a Black housekeeper and her fair-skinned daughter; the two women start a successful business but face familial, identity, and racial issues along the way. Starring: Claudette Colbert, Louise Beavers, Warren William Sponsored by: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk |
Indian SummerMay 29
7:30 p.m., Wednesday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1993 - 1 hour, 37 minutes - Comedy, Drama, Romance Rated PG-13 Seven friends reunite for a week-long reunion at a summer camp in Ontario they used to attend as children which is now threatened with being closed down. Starring: Alan Arkin, Matt Craven, Diane Lane Staff pick series sponsored by: Franklin Jewelers Staff pick selected by Kelly Henthorne - Events staff, bartender, and content editor. |
Magician Caleb WilesMay 30
7:30 p.m., Wednesday (Doors open at 7 p.m.) Tickets for this fundraiser event are $60 Support Bridges Alliance of Johnson County and enjoy a mesmerizing performance by magician Caleb Wiles. Wiles, an Artcraft favorite having performed at our 100th anniversary celebration and sponsorship parties, has also been featured on Penn & Teller: Fool Us! Click here to learn more about Caleb! This will be a 90 minute performance with an intermission An outside rental presented by: Bridges Alliance of Johnson County |
Raiders of the Lost ArkFirst in our trilogy summer series! Don't miss:
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom - June 28/29 Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade - July 26/27 May 31 and June 1
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1981- 1 hour, 55 minutes - Action, Adventure Rated PG In 1936, archaeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones is hired by the U.S. government to find the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis can obtain its awesome powers. Starring: Harrison Ford, Karen Allen, Paul Freeman Sponsored by: Harrington Home Team of F.C. Tucker |
On sale to members: May 1
General public: May 8 |
Summer Break Series
All tickets are $6 and include a small popcorn / beverage combo The Lego MovieJune 4
10 a.m., Tuesday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 2014 - 1 hour, 40 minutes - Action, Adventure, Comedy Rated PG In the world of Lego, everyman Emmett accidentally becomes a figure of prophecy in the battle against President Business, forcing him to join forces with Wyldstyle, Batman and the 2002 NBA All-Stars (amongst others). Starring: Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett Sponsored by: Johnson County Community Foundation Franklin Parks and Recreation Franklin Community Schools Click here for more information about our Summer Break series |
On sale to members: May 1
General public: May 8 |
The Taking of Pelham One Two ThreeJune 7 and 8
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1974 - 1 hour, 44 minutes - Action, Crime, Thriller Rated R In 1970s New York, a crew of identically dressed men takeover a subway car, demanding one million dollars in ransom. The New York City Transit Police, led by Lt. Garber, have to resolve the hostage crisis all while the train car careens through New York's subway system. A taut, tense thriller set amidst the gritty decay of 1970s New York City, The Taking of Pelham One Two Three is a great crime thriller which influenced many later films (most notably with Quentin Tarantino's Reservoir Dogs). It also features standout performances from Walter Mathau and Robert Shaw, with one of the best closing shots in movie history. Starring: Walter Mathau, Robert Shaw, Martin Balsam, Jerry Stiller Sponsored by: Carl Good The Artcraft Book Club will meet at 6:15 p.m. on Friday, in the Artcraft cottage just around the corner from The Willard, to discuss the book and its film adaptation. A ticket to the book club includes entry to the Friday night film. We recommend getting a book from our partners at The Wild Geese Bookshop or from your local branch of the Johnson County Public Library.
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On sale to members: May 8
General public: May 15 |
Summer Break Series
All tickets are $6 and include a small popcorn / beverage combo Harriet the SpyJune 11
10 a.m., Tuesday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1996 - 1 hour, 40 minutes - Comedy, Drama, Family Rated PG Scheduled to show on 35mm film Harriet M. Welsch is a spy. But when her friends find her secret notebook, the tables are turned on her. Can she win them back and still keep on going with the spy business? Starring: Michelle Trachtenberg, Rosie O'Donnell, Gregory Smith Sponsored by: Johnson County Community Foundation Franklin Parks and Recreation Franklin Community Schools Click here for more information about our Summer Break series |
On sale to members: May 15
General public: May 22 |
Summer Break Series
All tickets are $6 and include a small popcorn / beverage combo MinionsJune 18
10 a.m., Tuesday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 2015 - 1 hour, 31 minutes - Animation, Adventure, Comedy Rated PG Minions Stuart, Kevin, and Bob are recruited by Scarlet Overkill, a supervillain who, alongside her inventor husband Herb, hatches a plot to take over the world. Starring: Sandra Bullock, Jon Hamm, Michael Keaton Sponsored by: Johnson County Community Foundation Franklin Parks and Recreation Franklin Community Schools Click here for more information about our Summer Break series |
Everything Happens LIVE!Kate Bowler in conversation with Nicholas Kristof
July 11
7 p.m., Thursday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) A live podcast recording event! Duke Professor and bestselling author Kate Bowler is an expert in the stories we tell about success and failure, suffering and happiness. She had Stage IV cancer. Then she didn’t. And since then, all she wants to do is talk to funny and wise people about how to live with the knowledge that, well, everything happens. In this live conversation, Kate will sit down with Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, Nicholas Kristof to discuss how to maintain hope in the face of so much despair. Together, Kate and Nicholas will explore what it means to feel propelled by a moral responsibility for the greater good and how we all might become hope-chasers too. |