UPDATE JANUARY 1, 2022. Due to the current surge in cases in the area, we are closed through January 31, 2022. Stay healthy out there!

We are so thankful for all of you, our patrons, coming to see us at the BYRD! Here’s what we’re doing to keep you, and our staff, safe while we are still in a pandemic.

Public screenings are limited seating to 400 tickets to allow for social distancing. We are maintaining a 50% capacity level for the theatre. The balcony is generally closed to the public except for certain screening.

We’ve also been cleaning and upgrading our HVAC system and our ductwork to ensure the air quality is safe and clean. We installed hospital grade air filters and a UV light filter to clean the air. We found and use a Covid cleaner on all our seats and touch points and bathrooms as well.

We are not requiring proof of vaccination to attend, but we are requiring masks of all our patrons and staff. We believe this is a vital step, along with our other mitigation strategies, in keeping everyone safe. We thank you for your cooperation.

We can’t wait to see you at the movies!

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Curator’s Corner: Balcony Seat Replacement

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Curator’s Corner

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