Monday, February 13 at 7:15pm | Little Theatre 1 | We’re just a movie theater, standing in front of an audience, asking them to love us. Part of our Staff Picks series.
Kim’s Video – May 31-June 2
LIMITED RUN – MAY 31-JUNE 2 ONLY! | Physical media reigns supreme in KIM’S VIDEO, an elegiac tribute to the iconic video store in New York City that inspired a generation of cinephiles before it mysteriously closed its doors. But what starts as an homage to cinema quickly becomes a rescue mission to ensure the eternal preservation of the beloved video collection.
Nye – May 25 & June 2
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE | Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, June 2 | Michael Sheen plays Nye Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of the man who transformed Britain’s welfare state. From campaigning at the coalfield to leading the battle to create the National Health Service, Aneurin ‘Nye’ Bevan is often referred to as the politician with greatest influence over the UK without ever being Prime Minister.
Writers & Books: Rochester Roots – June 5
An event taking place at The Little. | Ticketing not run by The Little, so Little discounts and member benefits do not apply to this event.
Anomaly 666: “Mahakaal” – June 6
FREE SCREENING | Thursday, June 6 at 7:00pm | MAHAKAAL is a brazenly outrageous Bollywood horror film about a disfigured dream-stalker with a razor-clawed glove. A mind-altering cocktail of elements from A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 1-5, DAY OF THE DEAD, and THE TERMINATOR, MAHAKAAL is awash with Argento-esque neon, with elaborate effects, and joyous musical segments.
Juice (1992) – June 7
50 YEARS OF HIP-HOP | Friday, June 7 at 7:30pm | Four inner-city teenagers get caught up in the pursuit of power and happiness, which they refer to as “the juice”.
Rochester Juneteenth Festival: Film Screenings – June 8
An event taking place at The Little. | Ticketing not run by The Little, so Little discounts and member benefits do not apply to this event.
Veselka – June 8
SPECIAL SCREENING | Saturday, June 8 at 6:30pm | New York City’s beloved Ukrainian restaurant Veselka is best known for its borscht and varenyky, but it has become a beacon of hope for Ukraine. As the second-generation owner Tom Birchard reluctantly retires after 54 years, his son Jason faces the pressures of stepping into his father’s shoes as the war in Ukraine impacts his family and staff.
Dick (1999) – June 10
STAFF PICKS | Monday, June 10 at 7:30pm | Betsy (Kirsten Dunst) and Arlene (Michelle Williams) are two 15-year-old girls visiting the Watergate Motel in 1976. The two accidentally stumble into the middle of the infamous Watergate robbery, so in order to keep them quiet, Nixon (Dan Hedaya) appoints them as honorary dog walkers. As they travel in and out of the White House, their seemingly innocent actions start a chain of events that may eventually lead to Nixon’s resignation as president of the United States.
Little Theatre Day – June 12
A DAY-LONG CELEBRATION! | Wednesday, June 12 | Celebrate Little Theatre Day with us, all day long, with free movies for members, and more
Fire Through Dry Grass – June 13
DOCUMENTARY & DISCUSSION | Thursday, June 13 at 1:15pm | Disabled poets turned filmmakers document their lives in a nursing home. Using words and rhymes, they refuse to be abused, confined, or erased, demanding seats at the table. Their vision is for residents—young or old—to live in nursing homes that really are “HOMES” not institutions prioritizing revenue over people. After the film join us for a moderated discussion with the filmmakers and local advocates. Proceeds benefit Elder Justice Committee’s Advocacy, Education & Outreach.
Twister (1996) – June 13
SPECIAL SCREENING | Thursday, June 13 at 7:30pm | Two storm chasers on the brink of divorce must work together to create an advanced weather alert system by putting themselves in the cross-hairs of extremely violent tornadoes. Starring Helen Hunt, Bill Paxton, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Cary Elwes.
She’s All That – June 14
SO FETCH! | Friday, June 14 at 7:30pm | A high school jock makes a bet that he can turn an unattractive girl into the school’s prom queen. Starring Freddie Prinze Jr. and Rachel Leigh Cook; with Matthew Lillard, Paul Walker, and Usher.
Jurassic Park – June 15
SATURDAY NIGHT REWIND | Saturday, June 15 at 8:00pm | The Little’s staff were so preoccupied with whether or not we could, we didn’t stop to think if we should. Join us to tour an island theme park populated by dinosaurs created from prehistoric DNA!
Mrs. Doubtfire – June 16
FATHER’S DAY | Sunday, June 16 at 6:00pm | After a bitter divorce, an actor disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend time with his children held in custody by his former wife. Starring Robin Williams and Sally Field; Directed by Chris Columbus.