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Walking Tour of Franklin May 17th

 Join us on an architectural walking tour through historic downtown Franklin!

Celebrate Historic Preservation Month with Franklin Heritage! Join us on an architectural walking tour through historic downtown Franklin! Learn about Franklin's past and discover the intricate details that made the buildings of yesterday, works of art. As you stroll through downtown, keep your eyes open! Prizes will be awarded at the end of the tour for those who remember their facts! 

When: Saturday, May 17th

Where: Meet at the Artcraft Theatre at 57 N Main Street Franklin, IN

Times: 9am & 11am  Each tour lasts about an hour and a half.

Cost: none

Each tour is limited to 25 people, so register soon!  Call us at  317-736-6823 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   to reserve your spot. 

 

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A Garage Sale at the Artcraft!

The sale will be held  from 8am-8pm, Friday May 23rd. All money raised will be used toward theatre restoration.

Drop your donations off now at the Artcraft at 57 N. Main Street in Franklin, IN  All donations are tax deductable.

We are usually in the office from 8am to 5pm Monday-Friday, but please call ahead  (317-736-6823) if you need  to make arrangements for another drop-off time.

Don't forget to visit the courthouse lawn for Strawberries on the Square after you visit the garage sale!  A bowl of stawberry shortcake and a bottle of water are only $5.00.  The Lions Club will be having a fish fry, a car show will be starting at 4pm and Forrest Gump will be showing at 7:30pm the same evening!  Come join the fun!

 
The Wizard of Oz-1939 (G)
 The Wizard of OzIt's a Wonderful Life (60th Anniversary Edition)

Please Have the Courage to Help Others! 

The Artcraft Theatre will be collecting personal care items for the Johnson County Interchurch Food Pantry during the Wizard of Oz.  Bring 2 items in and receive a coupon for a FREE small popcorn!  Examples of items needed include: Soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, diapers, garbage bags, etc.  Call our office with any questions at 317-736-6823.

Friday, May 9th at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 10th at  2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. the Artcraft Theatre's feature presentation will be The Wizard of Oz, sponsored by the Johnson County Community Foundation.  Preceding the film will be a prize drawing and a live skit.

"When a nasty neighbor tries to take her dog, Toto,  Dorothy takes the dog and runs away. A cyclone appears and carries her to the magical land of Oz. Wishing to return home, she begins to travel to the Emerald City where a great wizard lives. On her way she meets a Scarecrow who needs a brain, a Tin Man who wants a heart, and a Cowardly Lion who desperately needs courage. They all hope the Wizard of Oz will help them, before the Wicked Witch of the West catches up with them." www.imdb.com

Doors open at 6:30 P.M. Tickets are $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for college students with ID, Seniors 55+, and members of the Armed Forces, $3.00 for children 12 and under. Advance tickets may be purchased at the box office or by calling (317) 736-6823.

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Forrest Gump-1994 (PG-13)
 Forrest Gump (Two-Disc Special Collector's Edition)

Friday, May 23rd at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 24th at 7:30 p.m. the Artcraft Theatre's feature presentation will be Forrest Gump sponsored by Holt, Sheets & Associates. Preceding the film will be a prize drawing and a live skit.

" The story follows the life of low I.Q. Forrest Gump and his meeting with the love of his life Jenny. The film chronicles his accidental experiences with some of the most important people and events in America from the late 1950's through the 1970's including a meeting with Elvis Presley, JFK, Lyndon Johnson, Richard Nixon, fighting in Vietnam, etc.  Forrest becomes representative of the baby boomer generation having walked through life blindly." www.imdb.com

Doors open at 6:30 P.M. Tickets are $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for college students with ID, Seniors 55+, and members of the Armed Forces, $3.00 for children 12 and under. Advance tickets may be purchased at the box office or by calling (317) 736-6823.

 
Witness-A Southern Gospel Quartet

Coming to the Artcraft Theatre.... 

Witness

Witness is a Southern Gospel Quartet from central Indiana.

Come celebrate with Witness as they perform their 20th Anniversary Concert at the Historic Artcraft Theatre!

Showtime: Doors open at 5:00pm, concert begins at 6:00pm, June 7th 2008

Free Admission, a free will offering will be taken.

Featuring:

Ken Roberts-Tenor Vocal

Allen Wiggington-Lead Vocal

Randy Polston-Baritone Vocal

Dan Swanson-Bass Vocal

Lora Roberts-Piano

Jack Polston-Bass Guitar

Brandon Roberts-Lead Guitar

 

For more information, please contact the Artcraft Theatre at (317) 736-6823 or contact Witness via their website at www.witness-quartet.com

 

 
Father of the Bride-1950 (Unrated)
 Father of the Bride (Snap case)

Friday, June 13th at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, June 14th at 7:30 p.m. the Artcraft Theatre's feature presentation will be Father of the Bride.  The sponsor is Johnson County Community Foundation. Preceding the movie will be a skit and prize drawing.

"Proud father Stanley Banks remembers the day his daughter, Kay, got married. Starting when she announces her engagement through to the wedding itself, we learn of all the surprises and disasters along the way."  www.imdb.com

Doors open at 6:30 P.M. Tickets are $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for Seniors 55 and over, military, & college students with ID, & $3.00 for kids 12 and under. Advance tickets may be purchased at the box office or by calling (317) 736-6823. 

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Grease-1978 (PG)
Grease (Widescreen Edition, with Songbook) 

Friday, June 27th at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, June 28th at 7:30 p.m. the Artcraft Theatre's feature presentation will be Grease, sponsored by National City Bank. Preceding the film will be a prize drawing and a live skit.

During a visit to America, Australian Sandy meets Danny Zuko at the beach and falls in love. She is heartbroken when Summer ends and she has to return home. But fate lends a hand - her parents decide to stay in America and she finds herself attending the same school as Danny. But Danny at school is different from Danny at the beach. He is the leader of the T-Birds, a leather clad gang, and has a reputation to keep up.  Sandy is upset and seeks solace with some new friends she has made - a female gang called The Pink Ladies. But her prim and proper  ways do not fit in and she soon finds herself almost alone. A change must be made. Does she attempt to get her man by turning him into a jock? Or must she get rid of her "Sandra Dee" image? . www.imdb.com

Doors open at 6:30 P.M. Tickets are $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for college students with ID, Seniors 55+, and members of the Armed Forces, $3.00 for children 12 and under. Advance tickets may be purchased at the box office or by calling (317) 736-6823.

 
The Odd Couple-G (1968)
The Odd Couple

Friday, July 11th at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 12th at  2:00pm and 7:30 p.m. the Artcraft Theatre's feature presentation will be The Odd Couple, sponsored by The Class of 1968.  Preceding the film will be a prize drawing & skit.

"Felix Ungar has just broken up with his wife. Despondant, he goes to kill himself but is saved by his friend Oscar Madison. With nowhere else to go, Felix is urged by Oscar to move in with him, at least for a while. The only problem is that Felix is neat, tidy, and neurotic, whereas Oscar is slovenly and casual." www.imdb.com

Doors open at 6:30 P.M. Tickets are $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for Military, College Students with ID, and Seniors 55 and over, and $3.00 for children 12 and under.  Advance tickets may be purchased at the box office or by calling (317) 736-6823.

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Guys and Dolls-1955 (Unrated)
Guys and Dolls

Friday, July 25th at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 26th at 7:30 p.m. the Artcraft Theatre's feature presentation will be Guys and Dolls sponsored by Tri Kappa. Preceding the film will be a prize drawing and a live skit.

"The slickest big-time New York City gamblers, Sky Masterson (Marlon Brando) and Nathan Detroit (Frank Sinatra), can't resist making or taking a bet on anything. So when a pretty missionary (Jean Simmons) sets up shop in the neighborhood, Nathan stakes a grand that Sky can't win her heart. But all bets are off when Sky falls madly in love in this romantic musical spectacular that sets the Big Apple afire with excitement!" www.amazon.com 

Doors open at 6:30 P.M. Tickets are $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for college students with ID, Seniors 55+, and members of the Armed Forces, $3.00 for children 12 and under. Advance tickets may be purchased at the box office or by calling (317) 736-6823.

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