Avon Cinema — Attraction in Providence

The Avon cinema is a gem of the College Hill experience. A local movie theater that has stayed true to it's commitment to feature interesting, small, thought-provoking films as well as an occasional fun flick. We went to see Titane - a deeply disturbing body-horror movie which was as odd as it was #artsy but given that it won the Cannes it was good of the Avon to give it a shot. The staff are very friendly and will give you 2 dollar bills in change of you pay cash! They do also accept card, though, and have a nice selection of snacks - standard movies fare like popcorn and candy, but with excellent small-venue toppings options like nutritional yeast and fun spices if you're not in a butter mood and often homemade cookies and other treats. Their cane-sugar coke is also delectable. Never disappointed by a visit here and everything is so quaint and old-timey - from the lobby to the restrooms upstairs. Keep...

The AVON is an iconic PVD legend! My most absolute favorite place to see movies for about 40 years, it has been my movie mecca (The English word mecca, meaning "a place to which many people are attracted") since I was in my teens. They show show critically acclaimed movies, independent films, art house films, documentaries etc. If you are looking for the films that win Academy Awards, this is the spot. Located on historical Thayer St., at the heart of Ivy league (Brown) and premiere art school (RISD), which certainly helps with attendance. This gem of a theater has kept my spirits lifted throughout the COVID pandemic, by staying open during the most challenging of economic times, especially for movie theaters. I cannot thank the owners, the management and the staff enough for their commitment to servicing the publics need for the enjoyment of seeing a movie where it should be seen, a...

Avon Cinema is a truly unique place and institution in Providence and Rhode Island. It is an independent movie theater. A few years ago, a new sound system was installed. It has one screen. Typically, there are 2 showings every evening, often two different movies. Sometimes, there are afternoon showings during the week, but, most afternoon showings are on the weekend. The theater is active in the community. Unfortunately, the bathrooms are on the second floor and are narrow, tiny places. Be aware of this if you need access for mobility. Subscription passes are available for a discount. Concessions are available. Occasionally, there are midnight showings of classic movies and movies with a cult following. The theater may be rented for private screenings & openings. Many notables from the community and from the film industry have taken part in talk-backs and roundtables...