movie theaters

Small movie theater struggles to survive as pandemic surges

Angel Russell

In June of this year, when COVID-19 cases plummeted, movie theaters saw people returning to fill auditoriums. But with the recent surge of the virus, Park…

Reopening day at the Palm Theatre draws an enthusiastic crowd after more than a year of closure

The Palm Theatre, located in downtown San Luis Obispo, officially reopened May 21 after a 14-month closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic.The line wrapped…

Government and Politics

Local arts leaders plan events as new guidance for outdoor performances takes effect April 1

Rachel Showalter

The California Department of Public Health released new guidelines for outdoor seated live events and performances that went into effect April 1.The new…

Arts Beat: SLO Arts adapt to reopening – say they should have same guidelines as movie theaters

On March 5, the State of California announced outdoor concerts and events can resume with modifications and safety precautions.The performing arts…

Arts Beat: Will drive-in theaters sustain a comeback?

Beth Thornton

Movie theaters and cineplexes across the Central Coast now have clearance to start reopening. But for the past several weeks, there’s been another way to…

Business and Economy

SLO County movie theaters, gyms reopen—with changes

Angel Russell

California is giving the green light for movie theaters and gyms to reopen as of June 12, but not all businesses will be ready. KCBX News spoke to local…