To the editor:
In early April, our grassroots nonprofit organization came together to begin our work to Save the Triplex. Since then, there have been varying reports of our effort to purchase and run the theater. Our vision of the Triplex is to keep everything already loved, and to add on more for our community.
Expanded Programming:
- Curated revival, classic, and cult double features.
- Weekday matinees and other creative time showings.
- Screening opportunities for local filmmakers outside of festivals—including schools, clubs, and colleges.
- Film talks with directors and actors to benefit the community and the theater.
- Themed and seasonal programming—horror movies in October, classic holiday movies in December, old summer blockbusters in July.
Community:
- A renovated lobby with additional bar, dining, and community space.
- Rotate local restaurant offerings in our concession area each month to promote different businesses and incentivise people to come back.
- Organized book groups, game nights, live events, and outdoor happenings.
Outreach & Accessibility
- Showings for high school classes to watch movies based on the curriculum of the books they are reading.
- Foreign language films and series.
- Collaborate with other nonprofits for events, gatherings, and more.
- Programming for all ages; from children to adults.
The goal of all of the above is to bring people back to the magic of the movies. Your donation will make all of this, and more, happen right here in Great Barrington. To donate visit Save the Triplex’s website.
It may sound impossible, but I promise you it is not. Our group not only has the guidance of experts that are working now on operations, business, and sustainable fundraising plans, but it has the community’s outpouring of support and desire for a shared space in downtown Great Barrington. We want to continue the vision set out by Richard Stanley when he turned that lumber yard into a theater 28 years ago.
When we started the campaign, I used to say that I couldn’t imagine a Great Barrington without the Triplex. Now I can’t imagine a Great Barrington without this next beautiful iteration of the cinema. Join us, and we can build this space together.
Hannah Wilken
Triplex Cinema Inc.
Vice President Save the Triplex
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