Indie movie theater near NoDa to nearly double in size with $725K expansion
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The Independent Picture House, an indie movie theater near NoDa, is expanding to nearly double in size.
Why it matters: IPH is where film lovers gather for arthouse, foreign and independent films. The expansion allows the theater to serve more people.
State of play: The theater, which will celebrate its second anniversary in June, will expand into the space previously occupied by the Charlotte Art League, which will have a smaller presence in the building.
What to expect: IPH will add its fourth, and largest, auditorium with roughly 145 seats.
- It'll also add a new multipurpose space, which will hold approximately 100 people standing, and will be available for rent.
- Both are expected to open this fall.
By the numbers: The project is expected to cost $725,000, of which IPH has secured 60% ($435,000) in funding, according to an IPH spokesperson.
- The expansion will add 4,639 square feet to the theater's existing 5,900 square feet.
Stop by: IPH is located at 4237 Raleigh St. and has three auditoriums (17-seat, 77-seat, and 105-seat).
- Find out what's currently playing here.
What's next: IPH plans to hire a full-time education director later this year to expand its programming.
- IPH will make an official announcement about the new space on Wednesday, May 22 at 5:30pm at the theater. The event is free and open to the public.
The bottom line: IPH is carrying the torch for indie movie theaters in Charlotte, paying homage to theaters that have since closed, like:
- The Manor Theatre, a Charlotte institution which closed in 2020 after 73 years in Myers Park.
- The Regal Ballantyne Village, which played mostly indie films, also closed in 2020.
- And, Park Terrace in the Park Road Shopping Center, which was purchased by AMC and now shows mainstream movies.
Go deeper: Definitive guide to Charlotte's 11 movie theaters