Return Of The Empire Classic Science Fiction Film Festival at the Dolphin Playhouse
Feb. 25—Mark your calendar for March 1-3 when another Classic Science Fiction Film Festival will be held at the Dolphin Playhouse theater in the historic Empire District of Coos Bay, 580 Newmark Ave. In addition to showing 4 films, the festival includes special presentations before each show, door prizes at the end and more in between. From dedicated fans to those new to the genre, the festival will have something for everyone.
Events start the evening of Friday, March 1, at 6:30 PM. Two films will be presented Saturday, March 2, at 1:30 and 6:30 PM. A matinee Sunday, March 3, at 1:30 PM will conclude the festival.
This time the festival will feature some of the iconic 1950s works from Producer George Pal and special effects wizard Ray Harrryhausen. The films will be "Destination Moon" Friday night, "It Came From Beneath The Sea' (matinee)' and "Earth vs. The Flying Saucers" Saturday, then "The War Of The Worlds" Sunday. The Dolphin recently installed a new 16x9 ft projection screen wall and laser projector that provide a vivid film viewing experience. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door with a discount for a full-festival pass. See details at thedolphinplayhouse.com.
