The Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater, located at 315 North Chestnut Street in downtown Lumberton, will be presenting a classic film series as it re-opens its doors to the public. The four films in the series represent some of the most popular movies of all time and are appropriate for audiences of all ages. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Doors open 6pm for the 7pm screenings. Concessions will be available for purchase.
There will be no social distancing restrictions in place, and attendees who have not received full COVID vaccination plus two weeks are strongly encouraged to wear face masks.
The Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater is a beautifully-restored treasure listed on the National Register of Historic Places that offers visitors a unique and visually stunning experience. The theater is located at 315 North Chestnut Street in the heart of downtown Lumberton. First opened in 1928 as a vaudeville and silent film house, the theater offers a wide array of programming including live touring performances, original productions, art exhibits, films, special events and rentals. For more information visit www.carolinaciviccenter.com
7pm August 12
Dial M for Murder (1954) PG
Synopsis
Academy Award winners Grace Kelly and Ray Milland star with Robert Cummings in one of Alfred Hitchcock’s greatest thrillers–Dial M for Murder. When playboy tennis pro Tony Wendice (Milland–The Lost Weekend) discovers his rich wife, Margot (Kelly–Rear Window, To Catch a Thief), is having an affair with handsome American Mark Hallidy (Cummings–The Carpetbaggers), he devises an ingenious plot to murder her. But when his scheme takes an unexpected, deadly twist, Tony improvises–implicating Margot for first degree murder in this classic spellbinder.
Director Alfred Hitchcock
Studio Warner Bros.
Runtime 105 minutes
Cast Ray Milland, Grace Kelly, Robert Cummings, John Williams, Anthony Dawson
