The Aurora Fox Arts Center is taking a trip down memory lane with the introduction of Fox Flix, their new monthly film series that promises to bring the charm of classic cinema back to life in their historic venue. According to the City of Aurora, this move is in response to the shuttering of multiple independent movie theaters in the area, filling a void for nostalgists and film aficionados alike.
Fox Flix will start rolling on March 1 with the Jim Henson-directed "Labyrinth," the 1986 cult favorite that features the late David Bowie in his iconic role as the Goblin King, and it's just the first in a lineup designed to stoke the fires of nostalgia and family fun; each screening is scheduled for Saturday afternoons making it a perfect weekend outing, but don't get too comfy just yet because along with the announcement of this new throwback series, expect lines because, at $5 a ticket, seats are going to sell faster than hotcakes.
The films, which run the gamut from fantasy epics like "The NeverEnding Story," slated for April 19, to animated hits like the sing-along version of "Encanto" coming November 15, are part of the Aurora Fox's broader efforts to stand as a cultural touchstone within the community, embracing its roots as a movie theater from yesteryear. While they have forged a reputation for high-caliber live theater, this initiative represents a refreshed commitment to diverse arts programming.
Beyond just the screenings, the venue is offering the usual concessions stand fare because what's a movie experience without popcorn and candy, this means that whether you're there for the beloved 1985 adventure-comedy "The Goonies" on June 14 or the innovative blend of live-action and animation "Who Framed Roger Rabbit?" come August 30, you can munch and giggle as if it were opening night all over again. This effort underscores Aurora Fox's dedication to fostering creativity, storytelling, and artistic excellence in a space that is as inclusive as it is historic, designed to fill the gap left by the closure of several beloved independent theaters in the metro area, as the venue's executive producer Richard Cowden succinctly put it.
