Emagine Entertainment Introduces “EMAGINE FOR EVERYONE” Inclusive Screening Programs

EMAGINE ENTERTAINMENT INTRODUCES

“EMAGINE FOR EVERYONE”

INCLUSIVE SCREENING PROGRAMS

Offering Inclusive Screening Opportunities for those with Dementia, Hearing Challenges,

Sensory Sensitivities, New Parents, and Young Children

Emagine Entertainment,

a luxury theatre operator in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, is excited to present “Emagine For Everyone” programming at their locations. Emagine For Everyone is a program designed to create a warm, inclusive environment for families, individuals with sensory sensitivities,  new parents, those who require on-screen captions, and individuals and their caretakers living with dementia. The program wants to ensure that everyone can enjoy the big screen experience together.

Most of Emagine’s 27 locations have been offering several of these screening options for some time now, but with the announcement of this program, some of the programming details will be changing, giving guests even more opportunities to visit Emagine.

“We are thrilled to see how far these programs have come over the past couple of years,” stated Paul Glantz, Chairman and CEO of Emagine Entertainment. “Offering these inclusive opportunities for all of our movie-goers truly enhances the movie-going experience for many people who might otherwise be afraid to visit the cinema. We are pleased to give them additional opportunities to visit.”

To learn more about Emagine For Everyone,

and to see upcoming screening dates for Emagine Together, Open Caption, and Dementia Friendly screenings, visit www.Emagine-Entertainment.com and select “Emagine For Everyone” from the dropdown menu.

Emagine Together Screenings

The Sensory Friendly screenings will now be known as “Emagine Together” screenings. The concept will remain the same where the screenings offer a relaxed, inclusive movie experience tailored for families, children, and teens with sensory needs in addition to new parents looking for a stress-free outing with their little ones.

Emagine Together screenings will offer a sensory-friendly environment with brighter house lights providing a well-lit theatre for added comfort, and lower sound levels for those with more sensitive ears. The screenings will also offer a welcoming atmosphere where guests will have freedom to move around, so they can stretch, dance, or step out as needed. They welcome vocal expression, allowing guests to talk and sign and are device-friendly, allowing phones and tablets to be used to provide additional comfort or communication for guests. Finally, Emagine Together screenings provide guests with a judgment-free zone, where it’s no worry if your child is crying, snacking, or even needing a diaper change. No matter if this is your baby’s first movie or a chance to unwind, Emagine Together offers a welcoming and stress-free experience for everyone in attendance.

WHEN: Beginning Saturday, May 3, 2025 Emagine Together screenings will take place every Saturday of the month.

WHERE: All Emagine Theatre locations will be offering this program.

FILMS: Guests will be able to catch new releases in Emagine’s inclusive environment. Films and showtimes will vary by location. On-sale dates will vary. Guests are encouraged to visit www.Emagine-Entertainment.com and select “Emagine For Everyone” from the dropdown menu. A full listing of that month’s Emagine Together film offerings will be listed.

Dementia Friendly Screenings

Dementia Friendly screenings started at one Michigan theatre location in 2023 and can now be found in multiple locations across Michigan, Illinois, and Wisconsin – with plans to expand to even more theatres! Dementia Friendly screenings provide those with dementia and their caregivers a safe, enjoyable, and uplifting cinematic experience once a month.

Dementia Friendly films, like classic movies and musicals, are selected to appease a broad audience and avoid content that may be disturbing or confusing for the guests. These films are presented in a unique setting with auditorium lights brighter, sound levels set lower, and room temperature levels more comfortable.

Guests are able to interact with the presentation and encouraged to talk back, clap, tap their feet, sway, sing along, and get up and dance.

Auditoriums are conveniently located to provide easy access to the lobby, restrooms, and concession area. Dementia Friendly screenings allow for general seating so that guests can choose their seat and sit in a location that makes them feel most comfortable. Reserved seating will be provided for guests in wheelchairs.

WHEN: Dementia Friendly screenings take place on the second Wednesday of each month.

Doors open at 1:15 PM and the film begins at 2:00 PM. Guests are encouraged to come early and participate in pre-show mingling.

WHERE: If you would like to see Dementia Friendly screenings at your favorite Emagine theatre or your organization is interested in partnering with Dementia Friendly screenings, please reach out to guestservices@emagine-entertainment.com.

Michigan: Emagine Saline, Emagine Canton, and Emagine Rochester Hills

Illinois: Emagine Batavia

Wisconsin: Emagine Geneva Lakes

FILMS: Tickets to all Dementia Friendly screenings are just $5.00 each and can be purchased at www.Emagine-Entertainment.com and can be found by selecting “Emagine For Everyone” from the dropdown menu.  On sale dates vary.

Emagine also offers all Dementia Friendly guests a $5 concession package that includes a 44oz popcorn and a 20oz drink.

• THE AWFUL TRUTH – May 14, 2025
• ROMAN HOLIDAY – June 11, 2025
• THE LONG, LONG TRAILER – July 9, 2025

Open Caption Screenings

Open Caption screenings allow guests to enjoy the magic of movies without having to miss a word. All Open Caption screenings will be shown in 2D. There are no modifications made to the films, but guests can experience on-screen text displays for dialogue and key audio cues, ensuring a clear and immersive viewing experience. Whether you rely on captions at home, struggle to hear dialogue, or simply want a new way to experience films, Open Caption screenings bring movies to life with greater clarity.

WHEN: Open Caption screenings take place every Wednesday and every Sunday

WHERE: Open Caption screenings take place at all Emagine locations.
Michigan: The Birmingham 8 Powered by Emagine, Emagine Birch Run, Emagine Canton, Emagine Hartland, Emagine Macomb, Emagine Novi, Emagine Rochester Hills, Emagine Royal Oak, Emagine Saline, Quality 10 Powered by Emagine, Emagine Woodhaven

Illinois: Emagine Batavia, Emagine Frankfort
Indiana: Emagine Noblesville, Emagine Portage
Wisconsin: Emagine Geneva Lakes

Minnesota: Emagine Eagan, Emagine Lakeville, Emagine Monticello, Emagine Rogers, Emagine White Bear, Emagine Willow Creek

FILMS: Films and showtimes will vary by location. On sale dates will also vary. Guests are encouraged to visit www.Emagine-Entertainment.com and select “Emagine For Everyone” from the dropdown menu. A full listing of that month’s Open Caption film offerings will be listed.

If you don’t see an Open Caption screening for a movie that you’d like to watch, reach out to sales@emagine-entertainment.com to request a showtime!

Guests mingle during pre-show at Dementia Friendly Screening in Saline, MI.

ABOUT EMAGINE ENTERTAINMENT:

Emagine Entertainment’s affiliates own and operate luxury theaters in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Emagine operates theaters with a combined 30,068 seats and 342 screens.  Emagine led the way in bringing luxury theaters to the metropolitan Detroit market. Emagine enjoys the honor and distinction of being named “Best Movie Theater” for several years running by the Detroit Free Press, the Detroit News, and WDIV television. Emagine has been named “Best Theater to See a First-Run Movie” by Hour Detroit Magazine consecutively for the past 9 years.

Emagine is a recognized innovator in the theatrical exhibition industry having been the first theater chain in the world to convert to 100% digital projection. In 1997, Cinema Hollywood (now Emagine Birch Run) was the first theater in Michigan to open with all stadium seating. Emagine was the first to introduce 4K projection to the Detroit market, and it boasted 3 of the first 100 Dolby Atmos^® immersive sound systems deployed worldwide. On December 15, 2017, Emagine began operating the largest movie screen in the State of Michigan with the opening of its Super EMAX auditorium (featuring laser projection technology) at its megaplex in Novi, Michigan; and on December 19, 2019, Emagine opened the largest CinemaScope screen in the Midwest at its Emagine Canton/Westland location.  Paul Glantz, Chairman of Emagine Entertainment, has been interviewed on CNN concerning his views and opinions on the operation of luxury theaters. On February 28, 2018, Emagine Entertainment, Inc., and 7-time BET Award-winning and Grammy® nominated superstar Big Sean (Sean Anderson) announced their joint venture agreement to develop, Sean Anderson Theatre, powered by Emagine, a world-class cinematic and live music entertainment center in Detroit (and potentially at other sites around the U.S.). The new partnership is actively scouting prospective sites in Detroit.  For more information, please visit www.emagine-entertainment.com

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