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    McMenamins Anderson School Theater

    3.6 (37 reviews)
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    Dannie C.

    Such a fun venue! We love the relaxed vibe and nicer theater! Clean and Simple... it doesn't feel like a second rate theater.

    Casper the Friendly Ghost 10/31/23
    Jessica S.

    I've come to this theater a few times to see different films and rereleases. I love the intimate coziness of this theater. It has a majestic vibe to the place and feels like you're stepping back in time. This is a two screens cinema, usually trading off with what is being played, along with show times. It's always a treat ordering a beer or two while catching a flick, highly recommend getting some food too, can't go wrong with a burger and some Cajun tots.

    Prices as of 11/21/18
    Erin H.

    My boyfriend and I have come here multiple times to see movies, and we keep returning because it's so cheap compared to the AMC near us! We usually don't order food, as it's pretty pricey, but we have gotten some drinks a few times (also pricey for what they are). The tickets are $7 for matinee (adult and child) and $9 (adult) and $7 (child) regularly. They only show one movie at a time and switch them out every couple of weeks, but the movies are always pretty new and popular. My only complaint about the actual theatre is that the seats are kind of scratchy, if you don't wear pants! Parking: There is a free parking lot with ample parking for the whole McMenamin establishment

    Bailey R.

    This is my families favorite local theater! We always wait the few weeks, until they get the family movies that we want to see. Comfy seats, ornate decor. I love that it usually isn't packed and you can pick where you'd like to sit. Reasonably priced snacks and drinks (unlike large, chain theaters). Love that you can order bar drinks & real food! Can't beat this place.

    Pilar C.

    Today I found out there was a theater right next to our apartment. We went by to watch the Incredibles 2. I loved it! Here's a couple of tips: get there early! Seats are not assigned, doors open 30 minutes before the show. Try one of Mcmeniman's beers! They're awesome. This place is lovely! I love being a part of this community

    Jamie R.

    I've made several a stop at this Mcmenamins and have been to the theatre a few times now, which I think is an adequate amount of times to leave an objective review. First, I like the theatre itself, I think it's vintage and cool and I have no complaints about screen size or the sound, they are perfectly adequate. The chairs are comfy and there is ample space to get up and down during the movie without making everyone stand up. Where they didn't plan well is only a couple rows have an area to put your food and drink. If you don't get those seats you're stuck trying to eat your food on your lap which can be a challenge with a messy burger. The food here is nothing spectacular, the tots are good but wayyyyy too salty. The biggest deal, the thought that went into the arm cup holder size vs the beer glass size is like non existent. The glass is way too small and wobbles around, falls over, spills, falls and breaks on the floor, you get the idea. Would it be that hard to use a solo cup type or something that fits snugly? Or shocker a pint glass???? And my usual gripe is the employees of Anderson school, no personality, rude, generally unhappy people. It's no different in the theatre than in the restaurants and bars. The gal on this particular day behind the counter was totally put out that she was at work, and the most unhelpful person as far as being able to talk about the beer. She would only let me buy a beer for myself, which I kind of understand, but then I was told by a patron you can buy another beer for a person but they have to come get it themselves. Well that would have been helpful if the actual employee offered that info, instead my husband had to get in the back of the line and was gone for 20 minutes! Bonus is it's dirt cheap at $7, but after visiting a few times I really don't feel like dealing with the staff or the stupid glasses and fumbling with my food. I'd rather spend way more at iPic and actually enjoy myself.

    Jules H.

    Staff is friendly and helpful. The food menu is pretty limited, but you'd be surprised how tasty their burgers and tater tots are. One pain point I have regarding this theater is that the walls seem to be not properly insulated, hence no good sound isolation. I watched The Martian couple weeks back and could hear the live band rocking it up in the Haynes' Hall, which is right next to the theater. Generally the volume is pretty loud throughout the movie so you're covered, but there were pockets of time I could hear the live band when there were movie scenes with absolute silence or minimal sound. Correct me if i'm wrong, but as far as i'm aware the live band performs only on Friday evenings. You can avoid this issue by not coming on Friday evenings, or you can accept this and consider it as part of the Mcmenamins experience. By the way, the live band performance was [awesome] - clap clap clap.

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    I can get real food here, instead of a scary hot dog or nachos covered in some weird waxy cheese-like product.

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