BAM Cinemas is a historic theater located in the Peter Jay Sharp Building in Brooklyn. They not only have new releases they also show independent and foreign films. The theater reminded me of what it used to be going to the theater. We were in Theater 3 and the entry was arched and the theater was ornate. There was so much seating, at least 150 seats, and there is not reserved seating. The seats do not recline , but do have cup holders. Leg room was a bit tight. Sound was excellent , it is surround sound and the screen was clear. A great place to watch a movie. read more

BAM Rose Cinemas - Performing Arts Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I love exploring "new" movie theaters and have admired BAM for many years. This is not a new theater per se..10 Lafayette Avenue is a reopening for BAM KBH. It is located across from the Peter J. Sharp Building ( where I usually see movies) and next to Whole Foods, housed in the L10 Arts and Cultural Center. I was greeted by the kind employee and he instructed me to go to the 2nd floor to see my film. I entered and two engineers or project managers? were speaking and I stated " Wow, this is really cool!". They smiled and said "This is Day 3 of the cinema opening". I was in a popcorn and soda mood, picked my snacks up at the Concession Stand and walked to my movie room. I walked down a sleek hall with round leather "pouf" orange ottomans; perfect to sit and wait outside for your movie to start. I love the movie theaters that are small and sleek... oohhh what have we here? Leather seating, leg room, big screen and less crowds!" The popcorn and soda were fresh and delicious. The entire staff were wonderful and courteous. BAM is surrounded by cool restaurants like Olea and Miss Ada, Apple for shopping, and nearby Atlantic Avenue Mall. I haven't been a regular moviegoer as I used to be, COVID unfortunately impacted that habit. However, when I do go to see a movie or actor that really motivates me to patronize movie theaters, BAM is now on my top 3 movie theater venues. See ya at the movies! The BAM KBH theater is located in 10 Lafayette Avenue, 2nd floor read more

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Ah, man, I forgot I already used my Noah Baumbach story. David O. Russell is semi-canceled but I kind of feel like Jude Law with the Shania story in I Heart Huckabees. Sigh. Hurt people hurt people. Since I wrote my 2015 review the movie biz has gotten drearier and BAM has stayed the same. No assigned seats or dumb gimmicks or "Hey! Sign up for The Linklater Pass, you get to see all Linklater movies for a low lifetime fee of $99.99 (not valid for School of Rock on weekends)." There's a low asshole incidence - not zero - but at least when the talking cretins showed up at Black Bag I didn't have to worry that I was escaping to someone's about-to-be-claimed assigned seat. As one who is rarely early to movies, or airports, I should note that the 9:00 movie starts at 9. The previews are before that time. So I missed the first few minutes of Asteroid City. On some level I consider the Asteroid City framing device non-canon and the "real" movie is what takes place in the namesake location. read more

Why Why can BAM, this amazing institution, cannot get it right to indicate on their site on which location their movies will be screened? I now start to call the membership office so that my guests and I go directly to the right cinema! read more

I have such a soft spot for BAM. The ceiling alone is worth coming to see, with all its gilded and gold details and beautiful ornamentation. The place means a lot to me personally since I actually played trumpet here for my high school graduation back in 2009. I've been coming back pretty regularly since then, mainly for live shows. Pop-Up Magazine was always my favorite. My fave, Ira Glass produced it. Really loved watching those short stories come alive on stage. It's a shame they had their final show last year. I still see movies here sometimes, but it's not the most comfortable experience anymore. Most new theaters now have those nice reclining seats, better sound, and you can pick your exact seat ahead of time. At BAM you're stuck with these old-school auditorium chairs (reminds me of my public school days), and the screen is on the smaller side. At least the tickets are usually a bit cheaper. The crowd here depends on what you're seeing, but is pretty eclectic. Getting drinks can be a bit of a pain. The lines move pretty slowly and they're not cheap. But I don't really mind paying extra here because it feels good supporting a place that brings so much art and culture to the community. read more

A charming place to watch movies. Unfortunately it tends to be a venue specializing in children's features, with too many nannies and too many kids. and it's a cloying haven for safe middle ground American indies. A bit more daring in the films they offer would be a welcome change here if they're courageous enough to try it. read more

BAM has preserved the best aspects of going to the movies, without the modern gimmicks. It feels more pleasant here than basically anywhere else you'll see a movie in NYC. The audience is friendly, tasteful and quiet. Friendly staff, too. The rooms are more spacious than most current cinemas. The only challenge is the website: simply purchasing tickets online is quite an ordeal. It takes so many tries and every credit card in your wallet to get one to work. It has been that way for years. Who built this thing? An upgrade is long overdue. Reserved seating might be a good enhancement too, but I don't mind it the old way, either. read more

It was my first time at this theater, and I came here just to go see Conan. It was well worth it to come to Brooklyn to see him. There are a few bathrooms throughout the place, but it is hard to locate. Had to ask multiple people for directions. They also serve beverages from what I saw when I walked in as I saw lines. There's also merchandise, but I didn't check that out, so I'm not sure what they sell in detail. I think they also have a movie theater in the same place. I didn't see that part since I went to see a live performance. All in all, it felt like a Broadway show theater from the ambiance and seating choices. I would go back. read more

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No food besides popcorn and candy. Service is sort of apathetic, but I don't blame them. I used to work in a movie theater so I get it. Ambiance is great. They show some really wonderful cinema. read more

BAM Rose Cinemas - Performing Arts Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

A great place to watch movies-- went here months ago now for the first time to watch Poor Things. I'm not a huge fan of AMC-like theatres so this was a great venue for a showing. The building is historic but modern and clean inside and is a nice reminder of one of the perks of living in the city! read more

Great picture, perfect sound, no losers talking or texting during the films. Plus if you are a BAM member the tix are pretty cheap

A wonderful place to see a live performance or show or in my experiences,many foreign movies that the big chain theaters never show . Near Atlantic and Flatbush Ave , near public transits or a easy drive from Manhattan , queens , etc. No bad seat inside theater , good sound acoustic and large screens means you will have a enjoyable visit . Lobby is spacious , restrooms are clean and cafe has good drinks and snacks . The folks who operated Bam Rose cinemas do a wonderful job bringing unique international movies to Brooklyn and educate the theater quests on the movies background. 4.5 stars on my yelp meter. read more

Old school so don't expect the best seats or too much room in between. Screen quality is good. Nice break from the modern world lol read more

BAM Rose Cinemas - The ticket counter - Performing Arts Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ambiance doesn't make up for old seats, aisles so narrow you're spooning the person in front of you, and having to fight for a good seat like this is a Black Friday sale in 2005. In the year of our lord 2023, we should be able to pre-select our seats, not scavenge for them like some sort of post-apocalyptic entertainment. read more

4/5 because I don't think I'll ever be able to give a 5 to a non-recliner seat theatre at this point - but aside from that, this theatre is great. It's beautiful and retains its old charm, has far better than average seats for a non-recliner theatre, and consistently has a great selection of both mainstream and indie films. The popcorn here is delicious, too. I do wish they served icees. read more

Rat infested mess. Was cornered in bathroom by a giant rat. Air conditioning was broken and place was so stuffy I wanted to pass out. Very low budget place. read more

Went to a movie at BAM Rose Cinemas on Monday evening. A decent theater, which is nicer than the chains while less distracting than the full-service dining theaters. Quality: The selection of movies will be closer to arthouse, along with the occasional classic. A nice place to see a movie if you are still looking to enjoy a drink, but don't want to deal with the chaos of waiters constantly walking between seats. Expect a calm and quiet crowd, with just the munching of popcorn. Quantity: Lesser known theater, but many seats. Value: $16 for General Admission. $7.50 for a Large Popcorn. Ambiance: BAM Rose Cinemas are part of the large BAM campus in Downtown Brooklyn. They only have a few theaters, but they are quite large. Food can be ordered from the concession stand downstairs, including wine and beer. The seats are old, but very clean. I was actually shocked at how dark the theater got. No reclining seats and the rows have minimal depth, so avoid sitting directly behind someone. Crowd: Went for an early evening showing and the theater was maybe twenty percent full. Service: Friendly staff and very clean theater. Parking: Tough parking in the area, garages are expensive. read more

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The main movie theater with the raked seating is a great place to see a film. I prefer it to the big chain theaters, even though those have recliner seats. The problem with BAM, and this extends to before the pandemic layoffs, is the programming isn't what it used to be. The film side of BAM is akin to the Angelika's, and the quality and number of its dance, music and theater offerings has declined over the years. read more

Discovered this little gem that isn't quite so little about 7 years ago I was changing life cycles and figuring out life on my own. At the time Brooklyn itself really became an enclave that was helping to heal after one of my greatest time of loss. It's not that I hadn't previously known it was existed, I just didn't realize how exclusive most of the content was and how special it would become to me. While BAM Rose does show some mainstream films their selection is carefully curated to its audience. For the most part this is the only theater in BK that you'll see films from the African and Caribbean Film festivals or series. Twice a year, patrons flock from near and far to binge for 3-7 days on some of the best films created by people of color from all across the globe. It's incredibly special to have the opportunity to see films I might not have otherwise hadn't they been showed at BAM. When I had the opportunity to secure a membership through the IDCNY program, I jumped. It allows me the opportunity to see exclusive content, attend members only events and network...an absolute joy. For my most recent visit, over 4 days I submerged myself into films created by the Caribbean Diaspora. Rich in content and culture they questioned and challenged everything from faith to family, religion, sexuality and everything in between. The location is clean, welcoming and staff is always accessible to answer questions or address concerns. There are enough bathrooms to deter lengthy waits and the concession stands will cater to your snack/ sweet tooth habits. No complaints here. read more

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I will have to begin by saying that this is really a 3.5 star review rounded up because the employees are friendly and helpful. What I love about this theater is their selection of interesting and artistic films (though as others have pointed out, they might want to rotate them more often), their matinee and members ticket discounts, their better than average concessions stand and the building itself which is far more interesting than the chain theaters. What I do not love here are the uncomfortable seats and lack of leg room. So while I appreciate the classic theater look, I'd appreciate a more comfortable seat more! read more

BAM Rose Cinemas - Where to sit? - Performing Arts Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

As a proud BAM Member, I have been taking full advantage of my BAM Membership. I have had the pleasure of seeing many movies (at half price) so far which included Don Cheadle's spectacular performance as Miles Davis in Miles Ahead, Sally Field's recent movie Hello, My name Is Doris as well as Oscar nominated short films and animated films. The highlight was being able to watch the Black Panthers Documentary that was shown on the same day as the Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration held at BAM. Everytime I walk into the BAM Cinema I take a moment to enjoy the ambiance in the lobby. Inside of the Cinema is a cute snack/refreshment area. They serve some of the buttery and freshest popcorn that I have ever tasted! The upstairs and downatairs theaters are both clean and neat. In my opinion, the movie theater seats are comfortable. This is my favorite place to go to see films! read more

Went after work. I didn't know they had a movie theater at BAM but it was cute and great after work thing to do in my community.

I've been a movie nerd since I was a kid. My dad would always watch horror/thriller movies and he would always ask, "who did it?". I was trained to figure out the culprit in every film. And I haven't found my spots to watch movies in NY. That being said, I've been wanting to go to BAM Rose Cinemas in my quest for my favorite NY theater. When BAM announced their Witches' Brew series highlighting films like Hocus Pocus, Häxan, Witches, the Craft (a fave) and Suspiria, I was ecstatic. Suspiria was the must in my book. Most of the films I watched a million times. Suspiria is a classic, horror, Italian film and definitely one of many Dario Argento's masterpieces.This film is a must in a theater atmosphere. The evening showing was sold out almost instantly. It would have to be a matinee. I actually do enjoy matinees especially rainy Sunday afternoons. This was a chilly Saturday afternoon but good enough. The matinee prices are also only $10. A steal when it comes to NY. 15 minutes ahead of the movie and it was already packed. The show sold out. I loved the intimate space. There was also free buttons for the Witches Brew event with the wicked protagonists. The film was stunning, eerie, beautiful and truly brilliant. People found so many scenes funny. The dialogue is on the campy/kitschy side but that only adds to the masterpiece in my book. I forgot my favorite thermos and had to ride allllll the way back. And they had it waiting for me right at check in. I can not wait to see even more movies here! read more

BAM Rose Cinemas - Suspiria for the witches brew event at BAM - Performing Arts Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I caught the recent Robert Plant show here at BAM and I was impressed by the venue. The seats are comfortable, the viewing angles are excellent and I really like the overall cozy feel of the place. The acoustics are also excellent and sound quality is solid. It's also very easy to get here if you live in Manhattan, thanks to its proximity to the Barclays center. Bathrooms, like many other venues, can get pretty congested. But that's just one minor blemish. Otherwise, this is definitely a great choice if you're looking to catch your favorite artist or orchestra play in town. read more

BAM Rose Cinemas - Hanging with my hero Robert Plant at BAM - Performing Arts Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Attended Andy Borowitz event last Saturday. Loved the easy access to LIRR. Nice looking theater. However, the Mezzanie seats are so close together that my knees were aching after 45 minutes and I am only 5'2". For this reason I will not return to an event there. read more

Purchased two tickets for the special, one night only showing of "Fantastic Fungi". After the long train commute to BK, my friend and I were so excited to arrive, despite the rain and lengths to get here. Everything went down hill once we opened the door to the theatre. We were faced with a packed room, with no seats left!! Over selling tickets is not cool, especially for a screening that is only happening for one night. Only positive is that I was able to get a refund. read more

I'm proud and honored to write a review for BAM. I've been a member for three years now and I have enjoyed the benefits of my membership immensely. It goes without saying, BAM and all it's local sister sites add to the cultural beauty of Brooklyn and the community. I've seen many movies, plays and special performance at BAM. I feel BAM and it's amazing staff keep getting better and better. In the past few months, I've participated in an annual BAM membership appreciation gala and two movie screenings. It's a wonderful thing to live in the neighborhood and know BAM exist. BAM is surrounded by many other great cultural center but I find BAM to be very unique in their programs and offerings. It also helps that with your membership, you are offered access to special events first. It's also nice to get first dibs on special concerts, shows and discounted movies. I can't say enough good things about BAM as I will continue to be an active and enthusiastic member. read more

BAM Rose Cinemas - Performing Arts Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I've gone to BAM only a few times, but I've never been disappointed with any of the performances I've seen here. The programming is always fantastic and culturally/artistically relevant. It's an amazing venue and that is part of the fabric of NYC culture. I saw Kid Koala here for Nufonia Must Fall, and the show was amazing. The venue had wonderful acoustics. The seats were uncomfortable, but the beer I bought at the concession helped. Important note: You cannot take bottles that you buy from the concession inside the theatre, but you can purchase a BAM cup, pour your bottle drink it, and then take that onto the theatre during a performance. read more

Always enjoy going to BAM and sitting in the historic theater. It is very comfortable and so worth it to try the IDNYC membership & then renew. read more

I am pretty lucky to live steps from this theatre. Lately, I have been going here more frequently to enjoy movies. And although the theatre only shows 4 films at a time, they always do an amazing job with their movie selection. Kudos to the movie curator. For $20, you will get a movie admission ($12), a small popcorn ($4) and a small soda ($4). Pretty good deal. For $20, you might be able to get a half-decent cocktail in Manhattan. And that's a big MAYBE. I think the former is a better run for your money. This is why I love Brooklyn. You will have to put a gun to my head for me to move to Manhattan. LOL. I truly believe in the People's Republic of Brooklyn. There's no place in the world like Brooklyn. I love you Brooklyn. read more

This is my favorite cinema in the neighborhood.* It's not just because they have a carefully curated selection of films that includes: -topical local selections (think Central Park Five) -excellent indies (think Fruitvale Station) -nostalgic favorites (think The Secret of Nimh, Enter the Dragon) -things you didn't know existed but might enjoy (think Live Action Puppet Shorts) -the mainstream flicks you actually want to see (think Wolf of Wall Street or Inside Llewyn Davis) It's also because the cinemas here are actually clean, civilized places. If I was to drop my jacket on the floor here I would pick it up, rather than assume it was lost forever, permanently stuck there by a horrifying amalgam of soda residue and bodily fluids. Also, the online ticket purchase/pickup is so quick and painless. I don't understand why I pay a surcharge for something that's easier for everyone involved, but I do like never having to speak to an actual person. The worst things you might encounter here are (1) pretentiousness and (2) a pothead knocking over a Wet Floor sign, and the painfully awkward laughter that ensues. The former people usually keep to themselves though. And the latter...wasn't me. I swear. ____________ *And by "neighborhood" I also mean the surrounding four neighborhoods or so. Really, almost anywhere except for the Nitehawk. And maybe the Sunshine. read more

It's BAM! The community staple that has a movie theater. I get excited just b/c it's clean theaters allow me the pleasure of relaxing and not worrying about a critter scurrying across my feet.. I like that they have the blockbuster hits and artsy fartsy movies. It plays to my love of different kinds of movies. I wish they showed more than 4 movies at a time, but i get it they want to keep it small. Always an option when going to the theater! read more

Since moving to Brooklyn BAM Rose Cinemas has given me film moments that I'm super grateful for. I enjoyed seeing Get Out in the theatre setting similar to an opera setting with the red molded awning. The concession stand is very affordable and the employees have always been nice. They offer discount pricing for seniors and I believe students too. They also have a membership where you get discounted tickets. I do not have a car and it is very accessible by bus or train. They offer presage tickets and some screenings have "talks" after. I will definitely continue seeing films here. read more

I love BAM and all its arts venues. I really do. BAM Rose Cinemas has a really great roster of films available. But, without some customer service, what's the point? Last week, I saw a film at BAM. While my movie was played in theater 4- I unfortunately heard everything going on in theater 3 (I saw "Les Mis" with a "Django Unchained" soundtrack). I'm not much of a complainer, really. But when the cost of a movie is as high as it is today (not BAM's fault), it would be nice to enjoy what you've paid for. There was no one at the box office when I left and I've called BAM three times and left three messages in the past week to discuss with the manager. No response. it makes me thankful that this year my film membership went elsewhere. read more

This review is for BAM Rose Cinemas. To say the least, very disappointed with the protocol for their selling of tickets. I commuted a lengthy distance for a movie to be turned away because "there were no more seats available in the theater" despite purchasing tickets ahead of time. I was severely disappointed to find that out that the theater sets aside an certain amount of tickets for BAM Members (since they are free for members) so even if you buy tickets in advance...a BAM member will likely to take your spot in the theater. There needs to be a better protocol for online ticket sales. If I was able to purchase a ticket online, they should have a better idea of how many tickets they can set aside for members versus non-members. Although we got our refund, I don't think this is a fair way to treat those who are not members with BAM. I will never go back here for a movie...ever again. Extremely disappointing. read more

What a pleasant way to experience a movie! Like the Landmark Sunshine (and now less so than the Angelika which has seen better days), the BAM Rose Cinemas offer a classy cinema-viewing experience. In one of the Brooklyn Academy of Music buildings, three theaters offer some of the best independent cinema in New York City. The seats are plush, the popcorn is fresh, and the atmosphere is very adult and sophisticated, arty but not pretentious. This is a great place for a date or even to see a film by oneself. There seems to be a mutual respect for movie goers that you just don't get a Kips Bay or the Times Square movie theaters...people don't text on their phones throughout the whole show. I think this may be my new theater...well, behind the Landmark Sunshine because they really do have the best popcorn in the city. read more

So I went with my friend to this theatre and I have to say I was disappointed. First, the movie ticket was $15 if you aren't a member of BAM. The theatre needs to be updated, the seats were uncomfortable, the screen resolution was not great. They don't ever have to worry about me coming back there to see a movie. Comparing the them to other theaters I recently went to for less, this place is awful and has no value. read more

This is an incredible theater, WOW. I went to see Malpaso Dance Company (highly recommend if they tour here again) and was very pleased with the view from my seats. I paid $30 for first row balcony seats and had one of the best views. It was a dance show so I definitely appreciated being up above. The theater itself has a very cool vintage vibe and the seats all have some sort of elevation to help you have a clear view regardless of who's sitting in front of you. You should definitely catch a show here. read more

BAM Rose Cinemas - View from BALCONY seats - Performing Arts Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here on a lazy Saturday afternoon to see a movie - can't believe I've never been here before - it's awesome! For some reason I had this idea that they only showed indie movies and foreign films so I never thought to come here, but they also play select major motion pictures. All shows are $15 for adults, but it is half price if you are a member, which is really an incredible deal. I was able to become a member with my NYC ID for free. The theaters are small and have pretty standard chairs, nothing fancy. It is incredibly clean and well maintained though so it was one of the most relaxing and pleasant movies I've been to. The BAM building itself is also very beautiful and it's a very classy place to see a movie. This would be the ideal spot for a movie date. They also have a limited concession stand with basic popcorn and drinks. read more

I came back after many years to see The Ballet Nacional de Cuba during the Si, Cuaba! festival. The theater is the right size for many works. I wish ABT will change its venue and give the winter season here. The transportation is superb to BAM. Very nice theater read more