Movie theater in Nanaimo [BC Canada]…read more Last review posted was 7 months ago. Not a lot of Yelp activity around Nanaimo BC. I purchased tickets at the concession stand ahead of time so that we are guaranteed seats. Unfortunately, the only seats left were closer to the front. Galaxy Cinemas was inside the Rutherford Mall. The theater lobby is small and dated and so dim... and this was in the middle of the afternoon. We left to check out the mall but it was already closed except for one store called London Drugs where we purchased some snacks. When it came almost time for the movie we got popcorn and a drink at the concession stand. Inside was nice with comfortable reclining seats. The theater was clean. We were on Row B which I thought would be too close to the screen but it wasn't too bad. We watched The Equalizer 3 with Denzel Washington. Review #3164

This theatre is ridiculous! And "cheap Tuesday" is not a thing! My 2 kids went the the movies…read moretonight. Admission was $22.22 for the both of them (that's ok) but at the concession they ordered 1 large popcorn and 1 kids pack - for a total of $26.59!!! The girl asked it they wanted butter - didn't tell them it was extra and was $3 extra on the large and extra on the kids popcorn and didn't give them a different option. So almost $50 for 1 young adult and 1 child to see a movie on cheap Tuesday!!!!!! I tried to call to complain but of course there are no options to talk to anyone. Ridiculous. Will not be going back any time soon!

I love movies and I had a pleasant time at the Avalon Theater. I bought my tickets on line and…read morethere was no waiting when I got there. I was immediately seated after showing my pass. Lots of selection for snacks. I was saddened that the theater did not had the newer seats with tilt and comfort options. At least in the theater I was in. I will check with them to see if any do for future visits. More movie times should be available for mornings during the week not just on weekends. Lots of older people would use earlier times if advertised to them.

The seats are broken. I reserved two seats (together) online. When we sat down, we discovered…read morethat the backs of both seats were broken. I was directed to the concession to get different seats, which I did. I was offered two seats, in another row and not side by side. Eventually, the cashier found two seats together that were okay. I wonder what would have happened had the theatre been fully reserved? The cashier advised me that the seats were old and they have no way of knowing which ones are in working order. While waiting for the seat re-assignment process, I noticed the area behind the counter wasn't very clean and decided to cancel my plans to buy popcorn and a pop. Very unappetizing. The movie was good, but I hesitate to return to this theatre. A theatre with broken seats and a dubious approach to facility cleanliness doesn't make for a great entertainment attraction. They should do better.

Beautiful quaint little theatre. Visited a few times while here on a little gateway…read more Helpful staff. Highly recommend.

Small local movie house with a decent sound system, and comfortable seating. Retro atmosphere…read more Buttered popcorn was very good - the server prepared it carefully, filling the bag halfway, adding butter, filling with popcorn to the top, and then finishing with more butter.

This place has no regard for their customers. I had a crazy lady shouting in my face because I…read moreasked her to move from my reserved seats. No ushers around to keep people orderly, no reminders to sit in your reserved seats, barely any seat numbers to even find your seats. This was the second night of the Minecraft movie, a nearly sold out showing of mostly kids and teens and nobody was there to monitor at all right before the movie started. This same lady proceeded to try to steal several other guest's seats so it wasn't just me having my experience soured. When I wrote the theater a detailed account of my experience after they said the manager would get in touch with me they just sent a generic apology letter essentially ignoring me and the entire situation. I don't recommend this place whatsoever and I certainly won't be returning.

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Free street parking, tons of leg room, great popcorn, local, nostalgic, a balcony, the best! I hate…read moregoing downtown and dealing with traffic and being ripped off to park for a couple hours. This is none of that! Make your way to the Dunbar Theatre while you can. Saw Deadpool & Wolverine and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice recently here and plan to come back as much as I can.

Simply a terrific place to watch films. Great admission prices, concessions and community spirit…read moreabove all. they have upgraded to modern cinema seats but retains that classic old theatre feel. I love they have balcony seating. Plenty of free parking in the streets around. I just wished i lived closer to the location. The staff are all just wonderful & on weekends one can order Krispy Kreme donuts ahead of time and pick them up from the theatre concession .

We have been twice to watch live shows American Tourist and most recently Anne of Green Gables on…read moreopening night. I know we will be back to watch a few more live productions. Put this on your bucket list especially if you live in Port Alberni. Until the next time!!!

This theater is a historical experience. We had a nice experience at this theater and took some…read morephotos being there. I loved the rainbow crosswalk outside. The staff was definitely friendly and we had good service. The concessions are limited. This is an old school, humbling experience and priceless in my opinion.

Best theatre experience ever. A mix of days gone by with contemporary technology. If you're…read moreever in Powell River, make this a must to do. What ever you watch will stay with you for a long time. Don't miss out!