On the big screen in Katikati
While many movie theatres around the country are struggling, Katikati’s Junction Theatre continues to grow in popularity.
The Junction Theatre is nestled within The Arts Junction, the arts and events hub of Katikati, on the main road of the small community. The Arts Junction, previously the community library and council offices before undergoing a refurbishment a couple of years ago, is also home to the Carlton Gallery, Visitor Information Services and meeting rooms.
The boutique Junction Theatre seats just 38 in the stylish comfort of couches or theatre seats. Movies are screened regularly with movie-goers coming from surrounding towns to enjoy a movie on the big screen with a glass of wine. Movies screened on the second and the fourth Saturday evening of the month feature classics and recent releases, and a monthly Wednesday movie features art-house, indie or foreign movies. Regular movie-goers can join the Junction Film Club for substantial savings on their tickets and enjoy free popcorn.
“Our weekly Monday Matinees are hugely popular with seniors in our community,” says Fiona Powell, The Arts Junction Coordinator. “Classics like My Fair Lady and Shirley Valentine drew in big audiences with attendees treating themselves to an ice-cream at intermission.”
The Junction Theatre is one of the few community theatres in the country screening the annual Short Film Festival during October. “Last year our screening sold out and an extra session sold out as well proving the event was a hit with our community,” says Jacqui Knight, Promotions Manager, Katch Katikati.
“The Junction Theatre is available to hire for private movie screenings or movie fundraiser events which is a great resource for our community groups,” says Jacqui.
When the Junction Theatre isn’t screening movies, the space is home to performances by the Katikati Folk Club and the Katikati Theatre Group.
More information can be found at www.theartsjunction.org.nz.
The venue seats 38 in sofas and theatre seating. PHOTOS: Supplied.