I watched Primetime a few weeks ago at The Clairidge, which is one of my favorite movie theaters in…read morethe area. I used to come here when I was a teenager when it was known as Bow Tie Clairidge Cinema. Now it's part of Montclair Film, a non-profit that brings independent film, education, and special programs to the community. Montclair Film runs multiple cinema venues across town, each "offering a distinct atmosphere and filmgoing experience" (as per their website). The theaters have been renovated over the years. There's a concessions area that has popcorn, candies, sodas, etc. FYI - if you carry a water bottle around, there is also a water refill wall station near the enclave where the restrooms are. You can purchase tickets in person, but also ahead of time from the montclairfilm.org website. They use Elevent as their ticketing system for movies and other events or classes.

Seeing a movie at The Clairidge in Montclair is a unique experience. It's an independent six-screen…read moreart-house theater that's been operated since 2021 by the non-profit Montclair Film, an organization that champions indie filmmakers and hosts the reknown Montclair Film Festival every October and educational events for both kids and adults throughout the year. In addition to presenting indie films, foreign films, or thought-provoking documentaries that you won't usually find at corporate-owned theaters, the Clairidge's theater auditoriums are smaller and more intimate than you'd find in the big, corporate-owned theaters and only one of the six auditoriums have the fully-reclining seats that have become the industry standard. On the other hand, the concessions go way above and beyond the classic movie theater snacks like popcorn, candy, and sodas which enhances the unique viewing experience. The Clairidge's concessions stand offers beer, wine, and canned cocktails - including the "Director's Cut Blood Orange IPA" created by New Jersey Beer Co. exclusively for Montclair Film. There's nothing better than catching a movie with a drink in hand. It's the perfect blend of a high-brow film experience and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that makes for a sophisticated night out while supporting a non-profit that gives so much back to the Montclair community. PRO TIP #1: Show up early to get a good seat. The Clairidge doesn't offer reserved seating and its smaller auditoriums fill up quickly. PRO TIP #2: Download the ParkMobile app. You can pay for parking in Montclair via the ParkMobile app whether you park in the town's garages or metered on-street parking. If you can't find a spot on the street, parking in the Montclair Parking Utility's Crescent Deck (located at 13 The Crescent), which is located just a block from the back entrance of The Clairidge, is $2/hour.

Spotless theater & restrooms, very comfortable seats, also enjoyed the movie"AI doc", very…read moreinformative. Very welcoming ticket takers.

Located in the heart of Montclair on Bloomfield Ave, the Montclair Film is a beautiful space for…read moreyour next event or party. It's more than accommodating for large groups of people, as it provides ample and comfortable seating to kick back and relax. The snack bar in the back has cubbies to store your belongings and also space for food and drinks. It also has a large projector screen to play movies or slideshows, and a loudspeaker system and microphone to more than get the party going.

The Alexander Kasser Theatre has very unique programs. Sunday, I went to see The…read moreForgotten/L'oublie(s). This program is one of several in the Peak Performance series. The programs are $20 per ticket plus $3.00 handling fee totaling $23.00. Initially entering the theater, the greeter didn't even say, Hello or Welcome. The young girl just scanned my ticket and blurted out, "Once you leave the theater you can't reenter". Management needs to address this issue Anyway, I proceeded over to the prepaid parking. The two young girls at this desk were very friendly. The theater is immaculately clean. You are also in a gallery. A small concession stand is off to side. Entering, the actual auditorium, the ushers are friendly and escort you to your seat. On with the show, "The Forgotten/L'oublie(s).". The program's theme was nonverbal, mysterious, sad and sexually suggestive. A portion of the program was executed in a Cirque du Soleil style. The show was even more great for $20.00. The show's duration was approximately 60 minutes. Rating wise, all the positives outweigh the negatives. 4 Stars. (If I didn't have that initial cold greeting, my rating would've been higher!) The theater is located on the grounds of Montclair University. Lots of signs directing you to outside handicapped parking and garage parking. The garage parking is $6.00.

Well somehow I wound up checking into the train station instead of the theater. Anyway , they…read morecontinue to produce dynamic rather experimental theater here. The tickets are very reasonably priced. Playing now is The Plough and the Stars. It's a good production from the Abbey Theater. It's also a loud production. Bring ear plugs !

This isn't the movie theater you want for the primo-experience and I'll say that flat out. However,…read moreif you're looking for something cheap and less busy than average this is perfrct. Movies are $5 all day Tuesdays and $5 any day before 5pm. Plus the place is almost always deserted, which makes for a much more enjoyable movie watching experience (I've had problems with people being way too disruptive at the Clifton AMC). That said, there is really only one actually good theater in this place. Theater 1 has the most seats, the biggest screen, and the nicest chairs. The chairs are just normal movie theater chairs but seem to be brand new. Both of the other theaters I've been to (3 & 4) were comparably kinda crappy. The screens are messy in places and smaller the seats are those big recliner leather ones, but they weren't properly installed so they don't actually recline, they're kinda rickety and move, and the cup holders are actually just holes in the armrests. Worth it for the price and the quiet, but I definitely do like this place in general and will continue coming here when the AMC would be too busy.

First of all, I am only giving this place 2 stars because it's only $5. Beyond that, it is scary…read more We walked in to the pitch black (15 minutes before the movie started) and used our phones to find seats. We went through multiple seats to find two next to each other that weren't broken or wet. Someone finally went to tell them that the lights were off and they finally turned them on. We were better off having the lights off because wooooow. It's scary. FYI commercials (not previews) start at the scheduled time. Our 9:30 pm movie actually started after commercials and previews at 10pm.

Free parking. An intimate venue. And baseball. How much better can it get?…read more When I travel during summer, I take in baseball games ... many of them of the Minor League or independent league variety. This team -- from the players to the ticket-takers -- doesn't disappoint. There's not a bad seat in the house, and the tickets are cheaper than a movie theater. There are plenty of picnic areas and umbrella tables along the concourse. No worries though, as you can still hear the umpire calling balls and strikes. I've had colder stadium beer and better ballpark hot dogs, but I certainly went back for seconds. Oh, and you're never more than 15-20 yards from a bathroom. Yogi Berra Stadium is the home of the New Jersey Jackals, a member of the CanAm (Canadian-American) independent league. The rosters of these teams are comprised mostly of players who are trying one last time to make it to the big leagues. Several players have made it as high as AA ball, but were released for one reason or another. In other words, the quality of baseball being played here is good ... I'd say between A and AA. If I lived around these parts, I'd be a Jackals regular for sure. For the people who do live within 20 minutes of this place (and there are many), oh how fortunate they are.

Went for a cricket inauguration event . Loved the ground . Lots of space .. lots of seats.. good to…read moresee cricket being played here .. parking was crazy ! The ground doesn't have a parking spot and there are parking outside , but no clear indication if it was the ground parking or the hotel/university parking. I did t want to get charged for illegal parking. I hence had to drive a few minutes to get to a closed parking garage . No machines here . Had to pay online using a PayByPhone app. Took me 30 mins end to end for parking . Food was expensive inside : tasted ok. Not that good . Make sure you eat outside before coming to the ground . Overall it was a good experience for the event , but parking/food wasn't that good..

Professional and great experience! I invited some friends for a backyard movie night in my UES…read morebackyard. Emily set everything up - sound, screen and movie - seamlessly. My backyard is uneven, and she made it work for our NYC sized backyard. I'll be calling them again for our next screening!

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Montclair Art Musuem is a small, regional museum. Emphasis is on whatever special exhibits they…read morehave on as well as Native American and American art. They have an excellent collection, some of which is always on display, is George Inness, the landscape artist who lives in Montclair. The selection of paintings is well curated and often highlights different themes and techniques in the art work. Drawbacks - It is too small to spend more than an hour, two on the outside, there. Some exhibits do not have exhibit plaques next to the paintings, so you have to use on the the bound books to figure out who painted what. Personally I found this unnecessary cumbersome. Very much worth a visit.

Attended the 20th Anniversary Birthday Bash Tasting celebrating Amanti Vino!…read more Wine tasting was awesome! The food from Turtle and The Wolf restaurant and the Van Hook Cheese & Grocery were delicious! Great accommodations at Museum!!

I have a soft spot for small, niche museums, and the Yogi Berra Museum on Montclair State…read moreUniversity's campus is exactly my cup of tea. Located near the entrance to MSU's ball field which bears his name, this museum is dedicated to the life and legacy of Yogi Berra, best known for his 18 seasons with the New York Yankees. One of the baseball's all-time greats, Berra is a fascinating figure whose career achievements belie his humble origins and ethical propriety. Known also for his many clever quips, Berra was a family man and devoted husband, a long-time resident of Montclair, and an all around nice guy. The museum covers his life story from the early days through the legacy he left behind. There's plenty of information about the history of professional baseball; you'll get to see catcher's mitts throughout the ages, as well as a progression of catcher's masks that show just how far the sport has come in terms of player safety. One unexpected exhibition that I greatly enjoyed is a relatively new installation about the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on both baseball and The Bronx, home of Yankee Stadium and an area disproportionately impacted by the virus. Thoughtfully curated and quite timely.

A great museum dedicated to the beloved American Baseball Player, Manager and Coach Yogi Berra…read more In front of the museum, you'll see a beautiful statue of Yogi Berra. Mr. Berra was a wonderful family man. During his lifetime, he embraced the importance of giving back and helping others. President Barack Obama awarded the Presidential Metal of Freedom to Yogi Berra. The museum has a pitching area, where you can test your speed. There's a wonderful display of the evolution of catchers mitts from 1895- 2016. During your visit to the museum, please stop in the theater to see an overview of Yogi Berra's life, narrated by Tom Brokaw. The winning banners of the Yankee from 1947 -1962 hang in the theatre. Ticket prices are as follows: Adult- $10, Senior $5, Under 18 $5, Montclair University Students and Veterans Free. There's a designated parking area for visitors to the museum.

Took my son, three other six year olds and a seven year old and they had the best time! All five of…read morethem could not stop talking about all of the different games they got to play and how much fun they had. The young man that was working there today was beyond helpful. Each of the kids kept grabbing him to play different games and he was very patient with them and happy to help with every single request. You really can't beat the price of this place for the amount of fun the kids have. And it's built for all ages, so even us parents can have fun doing our own thing, while the kids do theirs. I highly recommend!

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