Hello Everyone!

This next week has something for everyone at THE NEON - from Glenn Close's new film THE SUMMER BOOK (based on the classic bestseller) to Taylor Swift's THE RELEASE PARTY OF A SHOWGIRL to special guest Greg Sestero's screenings of THE ROOM and BIG SHARK (we just added an additional screening THE ROOM if you didn't manage to get one for the 7:30 screening next Wednesday).  ELEANOR THE GREAT will stick around for another week, but if you still need to see DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE, this Thursday will be its last day.

Next Thursday (Oct. 9) marks the start of the 20th anniversary for OUT HERE DAYTON FILM FEST.  Some shows are sold out, but we still have tix for the lovely opening night film OUTERLANDS as well as the Saturday evening doc WE ARE PAT (I'm sure you remember Julia Sweeney's "It's Pat" character from Saturday Night Live).  If you're looking for wonderful post-screening discussions, the DOCUMENTING WOMEN package of shorts will have 4 filmmakers in attendance. Check out the website for dates, times and tickets...as well as a link to the scholarship portal.

On Thursday, Oct. 9, we'll open the Sundance hit KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN - starring Jennifer Lopez, Diego Luna and Tonatiuh.  Tickets for opening weekend are already on sale.

"Open Caption Mondays" are much appreciated by many of our regulars.  On Monday, Oct. 6, our screenings of THE SUMMER BOOK and ELEANOR THE GREAT will be presented with Open Captions (aka - captions presented on the screen). 

Synopsis for THE SUMMER BOOK: "The story of the relationship between Sophia, an eight-year-old girl who is growing up fast, and her grandmother, who is nearing the end of her life. They are spending time together with Sophia’s father, at the family summer house on a tiny unspoiled island in the Gulf of Finland. All three are coming to terms with the recent death of Sophia’s mother in very different ways." (Music Box Films)

Synopsis for TAYLOR SWIFT: THE RELEASE PARTY OF A SHOWGIRL: Celebrate The Official Release Party of a Showgirl in theatres only October 3rd - 5th. See the exclusive world premiere of the music video, "The Fate of Ophelia," along with behind-the-scenes footage from the music video shoot, brand new lyric videos, and Taylor's never-before-seen personal reflections on songs from her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl.

FARMING WHILE BLACK

The Lavender Project’s 2-Night agriCULTURE Sunset Stories & Moonlight Markets Fest kicks off at THE NEON on Thursday, Oct. 2 at 7:30 with a film screening of FARMING WHILE BLACK (ticket prices $7). "Leah Penniman, co-founder of Soul Fire Farm, reflects on the plight of Black farmers in the United States. From the height of Black-owned farms at 14% in 1910 to less than 2% today, Leah and her Soul Fire Farm cohorts help propel a rising generation finding strength in the deep historical knowledge of African agrarianism and its potential to save the planet." 
Come early at 6:30pm to enjoy an art show and "seed social" with the opportunity to purchase original agricultural photography and take home free seeds. (The 2-day event continues on Friday, Oct. 3rd in St. Anne's Hill.)  This event is sponsored by Co-Op Dayton, Hall Hunger Initiative, Miami Valley Seed Commons, and Seven Seed Sowers Cooperative.

THU, OCT 2 | 7:30

THE ROOM & BIG SHARK

Greg Sestero is coming back to THE NEON...and you're the first to know about it!

See the cult classic THE ROOM with an auditorium full of devotees - with your host, star of the movie and author of THE DISASTER ARTIST - Greg Sestero.  Tickets $22 each.

Later that night, see the recent, final cut of BIG SHARK - Tommy Wiseau's latest action comedy about three firefighters who have to save New Orleans from a giant shark attack - introduced by Sestero. Tickets $20 each.

Tickets on sale now and going fast!

THE ROOM:
WED, OCT. 8 | 7:30 -  SOLD OUT!
WED, OCT. 8 | 8:30 - TIX AVAIL!
BIG SHARK:
WED, OCT. 8 | 10:00 -  TIX AVAIL!

OUT HERE DAYTON FILM FEST - 20th Anniversary

This October will mark the 20th anniversary for us bringing the best in LGBTQIA+ cinema to town with  OUT HERE DAYTON FILM FEST.  This year's fest is set for Oct. 9-12, and the line-up can be viewed on the fest's official site. 

Crafty Cinema Presents PRACTICAL MAGIC

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 Planned Parenthood of SW Ohio. 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 PRACTICAL MAGIC with the lights up so you can work on a project you’ve been putting off, or start something new. This is a free event with a suggested donation of $20 that will be collected at the door and all proceeds will go to our local Planned Parenthood. There are a limited number of seats available for reservation on Eventbrite, and the rest will be offered as first-come-first-serve at the door.

SUN, OCT 19  | 12:30

HORROR MOVIE TRIVIA

Friend of THE NEON, Tracey Obenour, is bringing some fun, horror movie trivia to our patio on Monday, Oct. 20.

"Come for a Horror/Halloween trivia night you’ll wish you could forget! We’re not just digging up useless film facts, we’ll gently haunt the realms of tv, music, books, local lore... and get a little interactive.
What to know:
• Free to play
• Teams up to 6 people, watch for table reservation sign ups
• Costumes encouraged! Prize for best solo or group
• Prizes for each round and overall winner (plus a glowing trophy)
• Arrive early to get settled with drinks and snax, questions START at 7p

MON, OCT 20 | 7:00

Free Flo Box presents CARRIE

This one-night-only screening of Brian De Palma’s  CARRIE (1976) is presented by  The Free Flo Box, a Dayton nonprofit dedicated to fighting period poverty and ending the stigma surrounding menstruation. Chosen for its deep resonance with themes of shame, bodily autonomy, and the policing of young women’s bodies, CARRIE remains one of cinema’s most haunting explorations of the consequences of fear and repression. Adapted from Stephen King’s debut novel, the film follows Carrie White, a shy and ostracized teenager whose telekinetic powers erupt after years of bullying and cruelty—culminating in one of horror’s most iconic climaxes.
Join us at  THE NEON for an unforgettable evening where the horror of stigma—on screen and off—takes center stage. Proceeds from this screening will go directly toward The Free Flo Box, ensuring access to essential products and fighting period poverty in our community.
Tickets $12.50 each.

THU, OCT 23  | 7:30

WELCOME TO RAP CAMPP

"What happens when you throw some of the region’s most hungry emcees and producers into a camp-style grind session for one weekend with one goal: make something dope and do it together? RAP CAMPP is a love letter to hip-hop, community, and the Dayton scene that raised us. This ain’t just about bars. It’s about building something out of nothing, holding the mic for the next voice, and doing it with people who care about the culture. Come see the highs, the laughs, the freestyles, and the real moments that made this weekend unforgettable. Shot by City of Gems. Made by and for the city."
Tickets are $10 each.

TUE, OCT 28 | 8:00

UD SLASHER NIGHT 2025

Slasher Night 4 at THE NEON—hosted by Bryan Bardine and Chris Burnside from the UD English Department returns on Thursday, Oct. 30 at 7:30. This year we open with TUCKER AND DALE VS. EVIL, directed by Eli Craig, starring Alan Tudyk and Tyler Labine. The evening will conclude after a short break with John Carpenter’s classic HALLOWEEN, starring Jamie Lee Curtis in her first major role.  The festivities begin at 7:30 and the cost is $20 for both films, so you get two for the price of one.  This is the first time we have had a horror comedy for Slasher Night, and while it is certainly comedic, Tucker and Dale doesn’t skimp on the gore. It should be a scary good night!

THU, OCT 30 | 7:30

Thank you for all of your support,
Jonathan

WEDNESDAY, OCT 1 – THURSDAY, OCT 9:

DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE (PG) 2 Hrs 3 Min
Wednesday (Oct 1): 2:00, 4:40, 7:20
Thursday (Oct 2): 2:00, 4:40

ELEANOR THE GREAT(PG-13) 1 Hr 38 Min
Wednesday & Thursday (Oct 1 & 2): 2:40, 5:00, 7:15
Friday (Oct 3): 12:30, 5:15, 7:30
Saturday & Sunday (Oct 4 & 5): 3:00, 5:15, 7:30
Monday & Tuesday (Oct 6 & 7): 2:50, 5:00, 7:15
Wednesday & Thursday (Oct 8 & 9): 2:50, 5:00

FARMING WHILE BLACK (NR) 1 Hr 15 Min + Discussion
Thursday (Oct 2): 7:30

THE SUMMER BOOK (NR) 1 Hr 30 Min
Friday & Saturday (Oct 3 & 4): 11:30, 1:40, 3:50, 6:00
Sunday (Oct 5): 12:30, 2:40, 4:50
Monday & Tuesday (Oct 6 & 7): 3:00, 5:10, 7:20
Wednesday (Oct 8): 2:00, 4:10, 6:15
Thursday (Oct 9): 3:00, 5:10

TAYLOR SWIFT: PARTY OF A SHOWGIRL (NR) 1 Hr 30 Min
Friday (Oct 3): 3:00, 7:55
Saturday (Oct 4): 12:00, 7:55
Sunday (Oct 5): 12:00, 7:00

Greg Sestero presents THE ROOM (R) 1 Hr 39 Min
Wednesday (Oct 8): 7:30, 8:30

Greg Sestero presents BIG SHARK (PG-13) 1 Hr 39 Min
Wednesday (Oct 8): 10:00

OUT HERE DAYTON FILM FEST
OUTERLANDS – Thursday (Oct 9) – 7:30

KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN (R) 2 Hrs 8 Min
Thursday (Oct 9): 7:45