One of my three-year-old boys danced today. It would have been cute if it weren't during a movie. Kung Fu Panda 2 came out last week... at the cheap theater. Our kids have been raving about it since it came out in the real theatre months ago. (You can't spell it "t-h-e-a-t-r-e" when you're talking about the cheap theater, because, let's be honest, it's cheap, not classy.) Not only can we teach our children about frugality, but about patience. But mostly frugality.
Located off Bartlett Blvd (which is called Sycamore View at I-40), the theater actually housed a nice movie theater at one time. The area isn't the best, so we always take our kids to matinees. In fact, when taking children, matinees prove to be the best choice. My children always whine near bedtime, and whining and movie theaters don't mix.
Tickets cost $2.25 each, regardless of age. Concessions are not discounted, unfortunately. We spent $20 to admit our entire family (admittedly, 15 minutes late, but what do you expect?), and another $14, we fed them. Refillable coke, refillable popcorn, and a box of candy.
The clientele were nice. The movie worked properly the entire time (which, sadly, I cannot say is always the case). But the floors were sticky. I stepped right out of my flip-flops numerous times. Good thing I wasn't trying to dance.
Price: $2.25 ea
Hours: Varies
Directions: From I-40, take Sycamore View Rd. north. Theater is on your left before Stage Rd.
Mom tips:
1. Arrive early, especially for matinees to kid movies.
2. Pay by credit card or cash. Bring cash for arcade games, if desired.
3. Refill your popcorn and coke for maximum value.
4. Don't go alone at night.
5. Bring wipes for the soles of your shoes (or don't wear flip-flops.)
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