about

a/perture cinema is an independent, locally-owned movie theater in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Screening a mix of independent, foreign, documentary, local, and festival films in two 80-seat theaters, a/perture has evening screenings seven days a week with additional matinees on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. In addition to the traditional freshly-popped popcorn, candy and Coca-Cola beverages, a/perture also offers a wide selection of beer and wine, healthy snacks and special treats made by local bakeries.  Plenty of parking is available in the surrounding downtown area, both on street and in the Cherry/Marshall Parking Deck adjacent to the cinema.  a/perture brings back the intimate movie-going experience of yesteryear and serves as a modern, unique alternative to giant chain cineplexes.

press

Greensboro News and Record
Boxoffice Magazine
Yes Weekly
Triad Business Journal
Winston-Salem Journal - A Long Road
Triad Business Journal - Up Close
Yes Weekly - A/perture Cinema enjoys successful opening
Winston Salem Journal - The Latest Picture Show
The Criterion Collection - Watching Winston Salem
DWSP Blog - Downtown Excellence Awards
Winston Salem Journal - Royal Wedding
Film Journal International - Art House Alliance

parking

Plenty of parking is available in the surrounding downtown area, both on street and in the Cherry/Marshall Parking Deck adjacent to the cinema.
Downtown Parking Map

concessions

a/perture cinema's concession bar features more than the typical multiplex. a/perture offers a rotating selection of over fifteen domestic and imported beers and over ten wines that are available by the glass and the bottle. a/perture serves fountain Coca-Cola products as well as assorted bottled drinks and made-to-order hot coffee and tea. Of course a trip to the movies would not be complete without a/perture's freshly popped popcorn--which makes a surprisingly good pairing with an elegant red wine or nice cold beer.

a/perture also has a large selection of ten different candies ranging from imported Belgian chocolate to staples like M&Ms, Raisinets and Skittles. a/perture is incredibly proud to sell locally-made items such as Wolfies frozen custard in eight delicious flavors, 3 Sisters bakery items, and cakeballs from Yummy Goodness Bake Shoppe. For those looking for a healthier snacking option, a/perture also offers a selection of nuts and trail mix. a/perture is constantly striving to provide our customers with a wide variety of delicious items to accompany our films.

rental

Rental Policy
host a film screening, corporate meeting or private party at a/perture cinema.

Theater capacity
2 theaters with approximately 80 seats each.

Film and Video Equipment:
Each theater is equipped with Christie Digital projectors and a high quality video projector. We can show video from most digital formats including DVD, Computer and Digibeta.

Audio Equipment:
Both theaters are equipped with a state-of-the-art JBL surround sound system.

Film screenings:
a/perture cinema is the perfect venue for local filmmakers to screen films, from premiere openings to meet the filmmaker sessions.

Film series:
Host your next non-profit or special group series film at a/perture.

Corporate meetings:
Our unique and comfy theaters make a great location for meetings, conferences, presentations, trainings, speaker, seminars, etc.

Private parties:
Tell us your special needs and we will tailor a morning, evening or afternoon just for your event, including birthday parties, holiday gatherings, speaking engagements, fundraisers, benefits, etc.

We’re open to new ideas and creative uses of the space, so get in touch with us.

friends

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