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‘Breaking is about battling’: Break Free Worldwide’s Global Dance battle hits River Oaks Theatre this Saturday
Read full article: ‘Breaking is about battling’: Break Free Worldwide’s Global Dance battle hits River Oaks Theatre this SaturdayBreak Free Day – Global Dance Battle brings the world of breakdancing to River Oaks Theatre for a full day of culture, competition, and creativity. With workshops, live battles, cinematic storytelling, and international talent on stage, the event celebrates the roots of hip-hop while highlighting the next generation of breakers.
Long-lost Shelley Duvall film premieres in Houston after 25 Years
Read full article: Long-lost Shelley Duvall film premieres in Houston after 25 YearsFilmed right here in Houston and Galveston, the world premiere of a once-shelved movie brings Hollywood magic to River Oaks Theatre. "Dreams in the Attic" starring Shelley Duvall and Haylie Duff premieres tonight on what would be the actress' 76th birthday. We heard from the director on why now, and how the Houston Cinema Arts Society helped bring it back to life.
Houston icons show out for Netflix’s ‘Mo’ season 2 premier at River Oaks Theatre
Read full article: Houston icons show out for Netflix’s ‘Mo’ season 2 premier at River Oaks TheatreAmong the star-studded group included Mo Amer, as well as legends like music icon Bun B, former Astros player Jeff Bagwell, and comedian Dave Chappelle.
Honoring Houston’s veterans: Free meals, discounts, and more this Veterans Day
Read full article: Honoring Houston’s veterans: Free meals, discounts, and more this Veterans DayHouston businesses are honoring Veterans Day with various deals and freebies for veterans, active-duty military, and Gold Star families.
How Houston’s iconic River Oaks Theatre got its own reboot
Read full article: How Houston’s iconic River Oaks Theatre got its own rebootThe historic theater's revival and restoration showed it wouldn't suffer the same fate as many iconic buildings; but instead, get rebooted (pun intended) into a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience for even new residents to make memories.
Inside the newly renovated River Oaks Theatre, Houston’s oldest and only art house cinema
Read full article: Inside the newly renovated River Oaks Theatre, Houston’s oldest and only art house cinemaAfter a 2-year restoration and preservation project, the iconic theater is ready for its grand reopening to the public.
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Historic Houston movie theater closes due to pandemic
Read full article: Historic Houston movie theater closes due to pandemicA historic Houston theater that director Richard Linklater called his “film school” and that for decades was the place to catch hard-to-find independent and foreign films has closed for good.
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The final curtain: River Oaks Theatre to close indefinitely
Read full article: The final curtain: River Oaks Theatre to close indefinitelyRiver Oaks Theatre’s last showing happened Thursday evening as the movie venue plans to shutter indefinitely. [RELATED: River Oaks Theater faces risk of closure as lease comes to an end]An announcement made on the River Oaks Theatre Facebook page revealed its last day in operation would be Thursday, March 25. “We want to thank everyone for the overwhelming support that was offered to save Landmark’s lease at the River Oaks Theatre,” the post reads. AdFriends of River Oaks Theatre hosted two events in hopes of saving the longstanding cinema. Though the River Oaks Theatre is done showing movies, for now, Gish said the Friends of River Oaks coalition will continue to think of creative ways to share the theatre’s history.