Hello Everyone!

Starting Thursday evening, we'll begin our run of Allison Janney's latest film - EVERYTHING'S GOING TO BE GREAT! Also starring Bryan Cranston and Chris Cooper, this film is about a family in the theatre business.  The Wrap  calls it "a heartening drama and a great big smile of a comedy."

If you still need to see THE LIFE OF CHUCK or THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME, you're in luck.  Both films will stick around for another week!

Be sure to read to the end of this newsletter to find out details about the GRATEFUL DEAD MOVIE in August & how dining out at Old Scratch Pizza can help THE NEON this July!

"Open Caption Mondays" are a hit and much appreciated by many of our regulars.  On Monday, June 30, our screenings of EVERYTHING'S GOING TO BE GREAT, THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME and THE LIFE OF CHUCK will be presented with Open Captions (aka - captions presented on the screen). 

Synopsis for EVERYTHING'S GOING TO BE GREAT: Starring Dayton-native Allison Janney, we couldn't resist booking this ode to folks in the theatre business. "When they are unexpectedly forced to move in with an estranged relative, the Smart Family must navigate oversized dreams, identity struggles and regional theater in this warmly observant family comedy."  Also starring Bryan Cranston, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, Jack Champion, and Chris Cooper.

The 25th Annual DAYTON JEWISH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

The Dayton Jewish International Film Fest is wrapping up its 25th year, and there's only one more film left to screen at THE NEON.

CLOSER
Thu, June 26 at 7:15: SHOSHANA

To learn more about this year's selections and to purchase tickets, visit the "Official Site" link below. 

FRIDAY PATIO PARTIES
CONTINUING THIS WEEKEND

THE NEON's Friday "Happy Hour" Patio Parties are underway.  We've got special guest hosts, music and food trucks lined up for 7 more Friday evenings between now and August 15 (every Friday except July 4).  Mark your calendars and plan to join us for fun vibes, cocktails and great food on Friday evenings this summer!  Many thanks to our sponsor - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty - for their support in making these parties happen!

On June 27 from 5:30-7:30, join our guest hosts The Boys Behind The RubiGirls.  Music will be provided by DJ Luke Tandy (from Skeleton Dust Records), and our food truck will be The Freakin' Rican.

THE FAMILY SUMMER FILM FESTIVAL

Our FREE Family Fest is off to a great start. For the next four weeks at 11am, join us for screenings of PBS Kids favorites with free books and activities after each screening on our patio.

This Saturday - June 28 - we'll feature episodes of CLIFFORD...with puppies on the patio from Adopt-a-Pit following the screening.

To get a better understanding of each week's programming, click on the button below to visit the line-up on our website.

Many thanks to our partners ThinkTV & Dayton Metro Library as well as our sponsors - Dyer, Garofalo, Mann & Schultz and FLOC - For Love of Children!

Cult Movie Night - RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD - 40th Anniversary

Victor Bonacore is back with his next installation of Cult Movie Night with a 40th anniversary screening of the cult classic THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD. (BUT I'M A CHEERLEADER was a smashing success - be sure to get tickets early.)
When foreman Frank shows new employee Freddy a secret military experiment in a supply warehouse in Louisville, Kentucky, the two klutzes accidentally release a gas that reanimates corpses into flesh-eating zombies. As the epidemic spreads throughout the town, and the creatures satisfy their hunger in gory and outlandish ways, Frank and Freddy fight to survive with the help of their boss and a mysterious mortician." Tickets are $13 each.

THU, JULY 3 | 7:30

MAYA DEREN Shorts with Live Accompaniment 

MESHES OF THE AFTERNOON & Other Shorts - with live accompaniment by Ten Thousand Lakes from Minneapolis!
We're delighted to bring a special evening of classic silent films by Maya Deren along with live accompaniment. Tickets are $12.50 each - available now.
MESHES OF THE AFTERNOON (1943, 14m) is one of the cornerstones of Avant-garde cinema and is ranked as the 16th best film of all time by the British Film Institute, and it will be preceded by other short films. Read more about this event by clicking "TICKETS" below.

THU, JULY 10 | 7:30

BLUE VELVET

Our audienecs have loved the David Lynch films we've been bringing back to the big screen...so we're continuing with the classic BLUE VELVET - hosted by Steve Budd, Board President of THE NEON! 
Thursday, July 17 at 7:30.  Tickets are $12.50 each and available now!

"The discovery of a severed human ear found in a field leads a young man on an investigation related to a beautiful, mysterious nightclub singer and a group of psychopathic criminals who have kidnapped her child."

THU, JULY 17 | 7:30

Crafty Cinema Presents
MISS CONGENIALITY

Get ready for an afternoon of creativity, entertainment, and social activism at Crafty Cinema for a Cause at THE NEON hosted by the Savage Stitcher (Angie). This unique charity event brings together the joy of crafting with the magic of film, all while supporting the Greater Dayton LGBT Center. Bring your own craft project that you can work on in your seat, such as crochet, knitting, embroidery, cross stitch, etc. and we will all enjoy an afternoon showing of the MISS CONGENIALITY with the lights up so you can work on a project you’ve been putting off, or start something new. A recommended donation of $20 will be collected at the door and all proceeds will go to our local LGBTQIA+ support organization. There are a limited number of seats available for reservation on Eventbrite (payment will still be collected at the event) and the rest will be offered as first-come-first-serve at the door.
(April's screening of BARBIE was a huge success...so be sure to reserve your spot!)

SUN, JULY 20 | 12:30

NAMI presents
ORCHESTRATING CHANGE

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Montgomery County Ohio is proud to bring ORCHESTRATING CHANGE to THE NEON.
"ORCHESTRATING CHANGE tells the inspiring story of Ronald Braunstein, a composer who was on the trajectory to becoming one of the world’s leading conductors until he made his diagnosis of bipolar disorder public and was shunned by the classical music community. He decided to create the Me2/Orchestra for people living with mental illness and those who support them, with the mission of erasing mental health stigma one concert at a time... 

Join NAMI for the Dayton premiere of ORCHESTRATING CHANGE with a fundraiser and raffle at 7:00 pm followed by the informative, uplifting, sometimes humorous, and empowering film at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $15 and available now!

WED, JULY 23 | 7:30

A ROOM WITH A VIEW

We're bringing back a personal favorite to the big screen for its 40th Anniversary - the classic Merchant Ivory arthouse hit A ROOM WITH A VIEW
With an all-star cast featuring many NEON regulars, this film is a gem. 
"In this British drama based on the novel by E.M. Forster, Lucy Honeychurch (Helena Bonham-Carter), a young Englishwoman, is touring Italy with her older cousin (Maggie Smith). At a hotel in Florence, Lucy meets the charming and free-spirited George Emerson (Julian Sands). Although intrigued by George, once she's back in England Lucy ponders settling down with the wealthy, staid Cecil Vyse (Daniel Day-Lewis). When George reappears in her life, Lucy must decide between him and Cecil." (And don't forget that Judi Dench is in it, too!!)

FRI, JULY 25 | Noon
SAT, JULY 26 | Noon
SUN, JULY 27 | Noon

National Theatre Live presents
A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE

Join us for a one-time-only screening of STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE - Sunday, August 3 at 3:00.  Tickets are $12.50 each.
Gillian Anderson (THE X FILES, SEX EDUCATION), Vanessa Kirby (THE CROWN), and Ben Foster (LEAVE NO TRACE, LONE SURVIVOR) lead the cast in Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece.
As Blanche’s fragile world crumbles, she turns to her sister Stella for solace – but her downward spiral brings her face to face with the brutal, unforgiving Stanley Kowalski.
The fastest-selling production in the Young Vic's history, directed by Benedict Andrews and filmed live in 2014, received critical acclaim and 5-star reviews.

SUN, AUG 3 | 3:00

MEET-UP AT THE MOVIES: 
THE GRATEFUL DEAD MOVIE

This special cinematic event allows fans to come together and celebrate the enduring legacy of the Grateful Dead. This year, Rhino Entertainment and Trafalgar Releasing present the Dead’s eponymous film THE GRATEFUL DEAD MOVIE. This fan-favorite cult classic follows the legendary band on what at the time was believed to be their final performances, a five-night run at San Francisco's Winterland Ballroom in October of 1974, the final night billed as “The Last One.” Featuring stellar live performances, mind-bending animation, interviews with band members and crew, the film has a rare focus on the band’s fans and their deep commitment to the Dead Head lifestyle. Be sure to stay till the end for the exclusive theatrical premier of “China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider,” a bonus live performance from the October ‘74 Winterland shows not included in the official film release.
2 Special Screenings Only!  Tickets $15 each.
Tickets go on sale June 26!

SUN, AUG 17 | 5:00
MON, AUG 25 | 7:30

During the month of July, Old Scratch Pizza (any of their locations - Dayton, Beavercreek, Centerville or Troy) will donate 10% of your purchase to THE NEON!  All you have to do is show your ticket (or your e-mail ticket/receipt) when you make your purchase at any Old Scratch location!
Many thanks to our friends at Old Scratch Pizza for reaching out and wanting to help make at difference at THE NEON!

Click  HERE to visit the official site for Old Scratch Pizza!

Thank you for all of your support,
Jonathan

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25 – THURSDAY, JULY 3:

THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME (PG-13) 1 Hr 41 Min
Wednesday (June 25): 2:40, 5:00, 7:20
Thursday (June 26): 2:40, 5:00
Friday, Saturday, Sunday (June 27-29): 12:30, 5:10
Monday-Thursday (June 30-July 3): 5:10

THE LIFE OF CHUCK (R) 1 Hr 50 Min
 Wednesday (June 25): 2:50, 5:10, 7:30
Thursday (June 26): 2:50, 5:10
Friday, Saturday, Sunday (June 27-29): 2:50, 7:20
Monday-Wednesday (June 30-July 2): 2:50, 7:20
Thursday (July 3): 2:50

THE DAYTON JEWISH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Thur (June 26): 7:15pm – SHOSHANA (NR) 2 Hrs 1 Min

EVERYTHING’S GOING TO BE GREAT (R) 1 Hr 35 Min
Thursday (June 26): 7:30
Friday, Saturday, Sunday (June 27-29): 1:00, 3:10, 5:20, 7:30
Monday-Wednesday (June 30-July 2): 3:10, 5:20, 7:30
Thursday (July 3): 3:10, 5:20, 7:45

PBSKIDS FAMILY FILM FEST
CLIFFORD - 1 Hr - Saturday (June 28): 11:00am

Cult Movie Night
RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD (R) 1 hr 31 Min + Bonus Content
Thursday (July 3): 7:30