Our Screens
The Oriental Theatre
Abele Cinema-Main
When the Oriental Theatre opened in 1927 it was all one grand movie palace. In the late 1980s, the cinema was triplexed, carving the side houses out under the balcony of the main cinema. Abele Cinema remains a breathtaking place to watch a film, new or old, and be transported through cinema history in its meticulously restored grandeur.
Picture
- 35mm & 70mm Projection System
Picture Heads: Century JJ with custom 3 blade shutters
Sound Heads: Dolby Cat. No. 700, DTS-600-00 and 600-02, Century R50-A (with Component Engineering ASR40)
Lamphouses: Strong Super 80 (4kW) with glass reflectors
Frame Rates: 24fps
Lenses: Isco Ultra Star 80mm, 90mm, 110mm, 120mm; Schneider Cinelux-Ultra 150mm, 170mm, Isco Blue Star Cinemascope Adapters
Configuration: Reel-to-reel, with optional support for platter - 16mm Projection System
Model: Eastman 25B with custom pre-amplifier and film feed/takeup system
Sound Formats: Mono Optical
Lamphouse: Strong Super Lume X (2kW) with glass reflector
Frame Rates: 24fps
Lenses: Isco Inflight Vario-Kiptaron 20-60mm, Isco Kiptaron 2x scope adapter - DCI Projection System
Projector: Christie CP4230
Resolution: DCI 4K (4096×2160)
Lens: Konica Minolta 3.0-4.3:1 Zoom HB
Illumination Technology: Xenon (up to 6kW)
Server: Dolby IMS3000
Frame Rates: 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, 50fps, 60fps
3D technology: Dolby 3D
Sound
- Sound Processors: QSC DCP 300, Dolby CP650
- Speaker Configuration: 5.1
- Cinema Speakers and Amplifiers: Custom Innovox hybrid line array with dedicated PowerSoft amplifiers for L/C/R screen channels. Dual Innovox passive subwoofers. JBL wall-mounted surrounds (ground level only). QSC DCA amplifiers.
- Auxiliary Sound Reinforcement System (for live productions): passive QSC E215 Mains and E218 Subs; QSC PLD 4.5 Amplifiers; Midas M32R
Space
- 1,020 seats (about 500 on the floor and 500 in the balcony)
- Screen Dimensions: 39.35 x 20.5 foot screen with horizontal and vertical masking supporting aspect ratios from 1.19 to 2.76
- Screen Material: Harkness, Cineperf 1.0 gain
- Lens Throw: 135 feet
- Grand Curtain
- Wurlitzer Theatre Organ
- Kinogong to announce the beginning of special presentations
PA Setup
- 4 wireless mics routed to center channel
Lubar Cinema – West
Picture
- DCI Projection System
Projector: Christie CP2215
Resolution: DCI 2K (2048 × 1080)
Lens: Konica Minolta 1.9-3.0:1 Zoom HB
Illumination Technology: Xenon (up to 2.3kW)
Server: Dolby IMS3000
Frame Rates: 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, 50fps, 60fps
Sound
- Sound Processors: QSC DCP 100
- Speaker Configuration: 5.1
- Cinema Speakers and Amplifiers: Passive JBL Screen Channels, Surrounds, and dedicated Subwoofer; QSC DCA Amplifiers.
Space
- Seating Capacity: 228 seats
- Screen Dimensions: 25.5 x 11.5 foot screen with horizontal masking supporting aspect ratios 1.33 to 2.39
- Screen Material: Severtson micro perf, 1.1 gain
- Lens Throw: 52 feet
PA Setup
- 2 wireless mics routed to surround channels
Herzfeld Cinema – East
Picture
- DCI Projection System
Projector: Christie CP2215
Resolution: DCI 2K (2048 × 1080)
Lens: Konica Minolta 1.9-3.0:1 Zoom HB
Illumination Technology: Xenon (up to 2.3kW)
Server: Dolby IMS3000
Frame Rates: 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, 50fps, 60fps
Sound
- Sound Processors: QSC DCP 100
- Speaker Configuration: 5.1
- Cinema Speakers and Amplifiers: Passive JBL Screen Channels, Surrounds, and dedicated Subwoofer; QSC DCA Amplifiers.
Space
- Seating Capacity: 228 seats
- Screen Dimensions: 25.5 x 11.5 foot screen with horizontal masking supporting aspect ratios 1.33 to 2.39
- Screen Material: Severtson micro perf, 1.1 gain
- Lens Throw: 52 feet
PA Setup
- 2 wireless mics routed to surround channels
The Downer Theatre
North Cinema
Picture
- DCI Projection System
Projector: Christie CP2415xe
Resolution: DCI 2K (2048 × 1080)
Lens: Konica Minolta 2.4-3.9:1 Zoom HB
Illumination Technology: Xenon (up to 2.3kW)
Server: Dolby IMS2000
Frame Rates: 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, 50fps, 60fps
Sound
- Sound Processors: QSC DCP 300
- Speaker Configuration: 5.1
- Cinema Speakers and Amplifiers: Passive JBL Screen Channels and Surrounds; QSC DCA Amplifiers.
Space
- Seating Capacity: 275 seats
- Screen Dimensions: 34 x 14 foot screen with horizontal irising supporting ratios 1.66 – 2.2
- Screen Material: Cineperf, 1.0 gain
PA Setup
- 2 wireless mics routed to surround channels
South Cinema
Picture
- DCI Projection System
Projector: Barco DP2K‑19B
Resolution: DCI 2K (2048 × 1080)
Lens: Barco DC2K 2.8-5.5:1 Zoom
Illumination Technology: Xenon (up to 2.3kW)
Server: GDC SX-2000AR
Frame Rates: 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, 50fps, 60fps
Sound
- Sound Processors: QSC DCP 300
- Speaker Configuration: 5.1
- Cinema Speakers and Amplifiers: Passive JBL Screen Channels and Surrounds; QSC DCA Amplifiers.
Space
- Seating Capacity: 192 seats
- Screen Size: 24 x 14.25 foot screen
- Screen Material: Severtson micro perf, 1.0 gain
PA Setup
- 2 wireless mics routed to surround channels
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the theater have accessible seating and facilities for people with disabilities?
Our cinemas have seating and assistive technologies available. For details check out our Accessibility page.
Are food, drinks, or concessions available?
We have a range of snacks and beverages at both of our cinemas. Expect all your movie faves (popcorn and candy) and some delightful local treats. Beer and wine options are available at both venues as well. For more information check out our Concessions page.
Is there parking available, and does the theater offer valet or validated parking?
Metered and unmetered street parking, as well as paid garage and lot parking can be found near our cinemas. For updated information on lots and rates, consider using SpotHero and always read signs carefully to avoid tickets and towing!
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