Laser Projection

Santikos Theatres Opens All Laser Projection Multiplex

Wed, 10/14/2015 - 12:43 -- Nick Dager

Santikos Theatres has made history by opening the first ever multiplex in Texas powered exclusively by laser cinema projectors. The Texas-based exhibitor’s new Casa Blanca Theatre will feature Barco laser projectors to illuminate all 16 screens. Santikos was one of the first exhibitors to embrace Barco’s Flagship Laser projector.

Cinema Renovation Includes Laser Projection

Thu, 08/27/2015 - 14:48 -- Nick Dager

After years of working for Disney, when Jeff Brein undertook the challenge of renovating Seattle’s historic Admiral Theatre, he committed himself to creating the best movie going experience possible. At the time the work started he said, “Everything we will be doing as a part of this renovation is designed to create a superior viewing experience and facility that while functionally modern, respects viewer comfort and the historical character of the theater.”

Cinema 21 Group Installs Asia-Pacific Region’s Laser Projector

Mon, 08/24/2015 - 09:58 -- Nick Dager

Cinema 21 Group, a long-term partner of Barco in Indonesia, has equipped its auditorium with a Barco’s DP4K-60L 6P laser cinema projector. The companies say it is the first laser projector installed in the Asia-Pacific region. The goal is to get a proper understanding of the projector’s operation in preparation of a more extensive rollout across the group’s halls and theaters.

Smitty’s Cinemas Embrace Laser Projection

Mon, 08/17/2015 - 11:05 -- Nick Dager

Smitty’s Cinemas was the brainchild of four brothers from Merrimac, Massachusetts who opened a single-screen cinema pub in early 1992. The idea of eating in big, comfortable chairs while watching a movie was an instant hit, and people are now enjoying five Smitty’s Cinemas across Maine and New Hampshire. The New England chain has installed laser projectors – NEC NC1100Ls – in several theatres. I recently spoke with one of the brothers, Tucker Smith, about their business model and about the new projectors.

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