SCOTT FISHER - THE BRYN MAWR FILM INSTITUTE
Last Thursday the Club welcomed SCOTT FISHER who introduced us to THE BRYN MAWR FILM INSTITUTE and told us some of its history and its weekly and special events. Scott, the Executive Director, related how the CircleTheater that is the home for the institute, opened in 1926 and thrived during the 20's and 30's and lasted until the 90's when it was broke and close to demolition. A group was formed to save and renovate the building, and after a $25 million investment, it reopened as the base for the Bryn Mawr Film Institute.
The Institute now is open 250 days a year, featuring most genre of film from artsy , mainstream, to educational. The shows are presented on their two screens and are running for much of the day. They intend to add morning showings this year. They average about 300 movies a year, with "Silver Lining Playbook", "Oppenheimer", and "The Philadelphia Story" ranking as their most popular movies.
The Institute currently has 6500 members but you do not have to be a member to buy a ticket and enjoy the shows. He did point out that one of the benefits of becoming a member, is receiving their magazine which details all their upcoming functions.
This is the 100th anniversary of the theater and they have several special events planned.
Their annual operating budget is $4 million, of which they receive $500,000 in popcorn sales, and the rest in donations and ticket sales.
For more information on the Institute, to join, or get a schedule, visit their very comprehensive website at: https://brynmawrfilm.org/visit/
Bryn Mawr Film Institute · 824 W. Lancaster Avenue · Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Theater Hotline: 610.527.9898
Theater Hotline: 610.527.9898
Thank you, Scott for enlightening us about the Bryn Mawr Film Institute.