THE GRAND ANNOUNCES RETURN OF DRIVE-IN MOVIES AT BELLEVUE STATE PARK
April 23, 2021
Series to be focused on movie musicals inspired by Broadway shows
WILMINGTON, DE – April 23, 2021 – After eight sold out movies last fall, The Grand is thrilled to announce the return of their Drive-In Cinema at Bellevue State Park. The series will begin on May 1 with five movie musicals announced:
May 1: Chicago: The Musical
(starring Richard Gere, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Renee Zellweger)
May 22: Dreamgirls: The Musical
(starring Beyonce Knowles, Eddie Murphy, Jamie Foxx, and Jennifer Hudson)
May 29: RocketMan
(starring Taron Egerton)
June 12: Disney’s Newsies
(starring Christian Bale, Bill Pullman, and Robert Duball)
July 3: Disney’s Mary Poppins Returns
(starring Emily Blunt and Hamilton’s Lin Manuel Miranda)
“After the overwhelming success of last fall’s drive-in series, we are thrilled to continue these safe outdoor options for our patrons. We hope this series of movie musicals in a drive-in setting continues to appeal to the public, especially families, and would also connect to our Broadway tradition at The Playhouse.”
The Playhouse on Rodney Square, housed inside the historic DuPont building, is home the country’s longest continuously operating Broadway touring stop (operating since 1913). With over 2,000 Broadway in Wilmington subscribers, the series hosts more than 7 musicals per year for the Broadway novice up to the Broadway buff.
“By tipping our hat to the strong desire for Broadway entertainment in the City, we hope to continue our tradition of presenting the finest in Broadway musicals – now on the big screen” says Fields.
Tickets are on sale NOW and are $15 per person (up to four people per car), plus fees. Children under 12 are FREE. They are available online only at www.TheGrandWilmington.org [linkprotect.cudasvc.com]. The Grand’s in-person and phone box offices are currently closed.
IF YOU GO:
What: The Grand Cinema at Bellevue State Park
When: Saturday, May 1 at 8:30pm: Chicago: The Musical
Saturday, May 22 at 8:45pm: Dreamgirls: The Musical
Saturday, May 29 at 9:00pm: RocketMan
Saturday, June 12 at 9:00pm: Disney’s Newsies
Saturday, July 3 at 9:00pm: Disney’s Mary Poppins Returns
Where: Bellevue State Park (Figure 8 Barn Parking Lot)
How much: $15 per person, per car. CHILDREN UNDER 12 ARE FREE
Ticket includes entrance to the movie, one bag of popcorn, and one drink per purchased ticket.
SAFETY AND SANITATION INFORMATION:
Social distancing measures will operate in accordance with Delaware guidelines:
· Vehicles will be spaced approximately 6’-8’ apart. Windows may remain open at this distance.
· Cars will be parked in a manner to achieve at/or appropriate spacing and best visibility.
· Restrooms will be available in the State Park facilities.
· Patrons must remain in their vehicles during the duration of the film.
· Face masks must be worn anytime you are outside your vehicle as you walk to the restrooms or concessions table.
· There is no reentry once your vehicle leaves the parking area.
· In accordance with state guidelines, patrons will be asked to leave if they do not adhere to the rules and regulations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
· Passenger vehicles only. No buses, party buses, limousines, bicycles, or foot traffic allowed. ADA accessible vehicles will be permitted.
· All tickets are general admission and spots cannot be reserved.
· There will be additional concessions available for purchase. Alcohol prohibited.
· Attendees will be able to hear the movie via FM radio. Details will be provided on site.
· We discourage vehicles with more than four occupants.
· No pets allowed.
State guidance on social distancing, public gatherings and certain procedures and practices is subject to change.
ABOUT THE GRAND
For nearly 150 years, The Grand has been one of the region’s premier performing arts presenters, offering music, dance, comedy, and family-focused programming, along with the best of touring Broadway. The Delaware Symphony Orchestra, Opera Delaware, and First State Ballet Theatre, The Rock Orchestra, and City Theater Company are all in residence at The Grand, presenting full schedules in each of their disciplines. Between The Grand, its resident performing companies, and rentals, the building hosts more than 300 events a year bringing more than 120,000 people into downtown Wilmington and through its doors.