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The Improvokers have the great honor to welcome Gary Schwartz one of the best improvisers and coaches in the world and part of the academy award film The Quest for Fire (1981) Book your spot: https://www.helloasso.com/associations/the-improvokers/evenements/gary-schwartz-in-paris Join master improv coach **Gary Schwartz** for a two‑day introduction to **Viola Spolin’s Improvisational Theater Games**—the foundation of modern American improvisation and the training system behind the Compass Players, Second City, and countless improv ensembles. Gary is the only teacher endorsed by both **Viola Spolin** and **Paul Sills**, co‑founder and first director of The Second City. His 18‑year association with Spolin shapes his dynamic, intuitive approach to teaching. > “Gary Schwartz is a gifted player and coach. He has a thorough understanding of my work.” — *Viola Spolin* > “He’s the best side coach around, including me.” — *Paul Sills* ### **What You’ll Learn** Spolin’s Theater Games use simple, structured play to: * Strengthen relationships and character work * Increase awareness and confidence * Unlock intuitive, spontaneous creativity These skills apply onstage and in everyday life. And they’re genuinely fun. Open to all levels. *** ## **About Gary Schwartz** Gary Schwartz is a TV and film actor, director, master improv coach, and author. He began performing professionally at age 13 as a mime, touring the Hudson River with Pete Seeger and leading folk artists of the 1960s. His screen work includes numerous film and TV roles, including the Oscar‑winning *Quest for Fire*. As a voice actor, he’s known for iconic video‑game characters such as the Heavy Weapons Guy and Demoman (*Team Fortress 2*), Langus Tuno (*Star Wars: The Old Republic*), and Lich, Sniper, Pugna, and Shadow Shaman (*Dota 2*). He co-starred in and wrote for two children’s TV series—*Zoobilee Zoo* (Bravo Fox) and Disney Channel’s *You and Me, Kid*. Gary was the protégé of **Viola Spolin**, creator of Theater Games, and is dedicated to carrying her work forward with clarity, integrity, and play. His award‑winning middle‑grade novel **The King of Average** earned two gold medals from Children’s Literary Classics and appeared on “Best Of” lists from *Kirkus Reviews* and *Indie Reader*.

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The Art&More Team**

This group is for anyone interested in writing in English, whether it be prose or poetry or non-fiction. We get together once a week to listen, critique and support each other in our work. Attendees bring something they have written, six copies, printed out and no longer than seven pages, which they read aloud. They then receive feedback from the rest of the group. The size of the group is limited to 6, so that everyone is able to receive a full 30 minutes of constructive feedback including reading time. If you have nothing to read but would like to come and listen, you are most welcome too. We are an anglophone group and everything is conducted in English, in fact not everyone who comes can speak French. Please bear this in mind if you sign up.

Une série théâtrale immersive en 3 épisodes. Un lieu différent pour chaque épisode. Une soirée qui continue après le spectacle. plus d'info et pour réserver : [https://jackyproduction.com/](https://jackyproduction.com/)

###### **Soirée théâtrale « Boulgakov et cetera » : à l’occasion du 135ᵉ anniversaire du grand Maître** Le 14 avril, l’actrice de théâtre et de cinéma, diplômée de l’Institut russe des arts du théâtre — GITIS (faculté d’art dramatique) et de l’École supérieure des arts de la scène G.G.Dadamian (faculté de mise en scène), metteuse en scène et pédagogue à la faculté d’art dramatique du GITIS, Stassia Sokolova-Savostianova, présentera au public de la Maison russe une création originale, hommage à l’art dramatique ancien et au maître bien-aimé de la littérature russe. Dans le bouquet festif de ce monoconcert — des œuvres de Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Richard Wagner, Alfred Schnittke, Mikael Tariverdiev. De la prose de Vissarion Belinski. Des poèmes de Robert Rojdestvenski, Jacques Prévert, Henri Contet, Caroline Pavlova, Novella Matveïeva et d’autres auteurs. Mais avant tout — des pages des œuvres de Mikhaïl Boulgakov, choisies avec une attention et un amour particuliers. Pour Boulgakov, le théâtre n’était pas seulement une profession et une source d’inspiration, mais une part essentielle de sa vie, de sa vision du monde et, surtout, de sa méthode créative. Ses œuvres sont entièrement imprégnées de théâtralité, et son expérience de dramaturge a profondément influencé toute sa prose. En se tournant vers le roman «Le Maître et Marguerite», il est impossible de ne pas remarquer qu’il s’agit d’une œuvre complexe, à plusieurs niveaux — presque une pièce, avec des personnages marquants, une action rapide et des rebondissements dramatiques inattendus. De nombreux épisodes du roman se perçoivent comme des tableaux scéniques achevés — un véritable théâtre au cœur de la prose. Le nom de Mikhaïl Boulgakov résonne de manière particulièrement symbolique ici, en France. Bien que l’écrivain ne soit jamais allé à Paris, dont il connaissait, rêvait et qu’il ressentait à travers la culture, la littérature et le théâtre européens, la tradition française — de Molière à la poésie du XXᵉ siècle — lui était intérieurement proche par son esprit de liberté, d’ironie et de grotesque tragique. Aujourd’hui, ce lien invisible devient presque tangible : en France vit sa petite-nièce, E.Sedakoff-Boulgakov — gardienne de la mémoire familiale, dont la vie semble prolonger ce fil culturel subtil qui relie Boulgakov à ce pays. Le théâtre était pour lui un véritable miroir de la vie, où il explorait la nature humaine, posait des questions éternelles — et y trouvait des réponses. Munissez-vous d’une pièce d’identité. Entrée gratuite sur inscription préalable sur le site la Maison russe à Paris, 61 rue Boissière 75116 Paris 01 44 34 79 79 crsc . fr Annonce relayée GRACIEUSEMENT par Ladies_Gentlemen_Club Florence & Christophe de Barros Conti +33 6 88 88 01 03, vous souhaitent de vivifiantes émotions et de mémorables rencontres Vous aimez votre Club Ladies_Gentlemen ? Nous vous aimons aussi, afin de continuer à vous proposer des évènements édifiants, des activités divertissantes et maintenir l'adhésion au club GRATUITE Participez aux événements payants non remboursable, une petite marge contribue aux frais de l’association faites un don à partir de 1€, vous soutenez une action culturelle bienveillante indépendante 1€ don du coeur, chaque don compte Merci REJOINDRE le CLUB GRATUIT [https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/ladies_gentlemen/events/](https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/ladies_gentlemen/events/) [https://www.instagram.com/ladies_gentlemen_club/](https://www.instagram.com/ladies_gentlemen_club/) [https://www.tiktok.com/@ladies_gentlemen_club](https://www.tiktok.com/@ladies_gentlemen_club) [https://www.youtube.com/@decideagencyflorencedebarr4226/videos](https://www.youtube.com/@decideagencyflorencedebarr4226/videos) [https://www.decide.tv](https://www.decide.tv/) [https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceDeBarrosConti.decideAgencyCannes](https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceDeBarrosConti.decideAgencyCannes)

**Les Choses de la Vie – 𝒊𝒏 🇫🇷𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 🇬🇧𝒔𝒖𝒃𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒍𝒆𝒔** **🎬 Date & Time: Sunday, April 19th, Tea Bar at 5pm (bring your own mug!) and Screening at 5:30pm or Tea Bar at 7pm and screening at 7:30pm** **📽️ Cinéma: Studio des Ursulines, 10 rue des Ursulines, Paris 5** **🎟️ Movie Tickets: €5.30 – €12.20** **[https://parisstudioursulines.cine.boutique/media/1058?tab=soon&title=LES+CHOSES+DE+LA+VIE&visanumber=35699](https://parisstudioursulines.cine.boutique/media/1058?tab=soon&title=LES+CHOSES+DE+LA+VIE&visanumber=35699)** **After a violent car accident, a man lies suspended between life and death as fragments of his memories unfold. Love, regret, hesitation and missed words resurface in a delicate portrait of a relationship tested by time and indecision.** **Directed by Claude Sautet and starring Michel Piccoli and Romy Schneider, Les Choses de la Vie is a quietly devastating meditation on love and the fragile nature of everyday choices.** **“A tender, haunting exploration of memory and emotion.”** **Watch the trailer with English subtitles:[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlBwEZsEYJk](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlBwEZsEYJk)**

**Police Flash 80 – 𝒊𝒏 🇫🇷𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 🇬🇧𝒔𝒖𝒃𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒍𝒆𝒔** **– Montmartre Movie Tour + Comedy Night** **🎬 Date & Time: Saturday, April 18th, Montmartre Movie Tour at 3pm, Drinks at 6pm, Stand-up comedy show with Sarah Donnelly at 7pm and screening at 7:30pm** **📽️ Cinéma: Club de l’Étoile, 14 Rue Troyon, Paris 17** **🎟️ Movie Tickets: €15/€17** **[https://clubdeletoile.fr/programmation/police-flash-80-lost-in-frenchlation/](https://clubdeletoile.fr/programmation/police-flash-80-lost-in-frenchlation/)** **🎟️ Tour Tickets: €18 [https://my.weezevent.com/lost-in-frenchlation-x-cine-balade-present-montmartre-amelie-walking-tour-6](https://my.weezevent.com/lost-in-frenchlation-x-cine-balade-present-montmartre-amelie-walking-tour-6)** **Step back into the neon soaked chaos of the 1980s with Police Flash 80, a retro French comedy bursting with absurd situations, over the top characters and throwback energy.** **The evening begins with a Montmartre Movie Tour, exploring the cinematic history of one of Paris’ most iconic neighborhoods. After drinks, the screening is followed by a live comedy set with Sarah Donnelly, adding an extra dose of playful, 80s inspired humour to the night.** **Watch the trailer with English subs: [https://vimeo.com/1171817316](https://vimeo.com/1171817316)**

It's cinema... without a script. Each night, the audience's ideas inspire four brand-new "films," performed live on stage. From epic fantasy to wacky westerns and painfully awkward rom-coms... you suggest it, the actors bring it to life! After every round, the audience votes one story off the reel until only one survives... the blockbuster of the night! Fast, funny, and unpredictable, this improv show turns movie magic into comedy mayhem. The chaos is brought to you by Foreign Exchanged, a motley crew of international improvisers from all over the world — India, the US, Russia, Colombia, Lebanon, Moldova, France and beyond — making their way through Paris, one English faux pas at a time. Come for the accents, stay for the laughter. please book here https://www.billetreduc.com/spectacle/spectacle-d-improvisation-en-anglais-381367

*Salut à toi ! * Envie d’une soirée rien qu’entre filles pour papoter et t’amuser, et créer un petit groupe de copines avant de changer de lieu pour rejoindre une grosse soirée internationale mixte avec des locaux et des internationaux à Paris ? Rejoins nous pour naviguer entre bar ** Concept** Un moment sympa et complice réservé aux filles pour partager des discussions, des rires et des cocktails . Que tu sois là pour te détendre, échanger des idées ou profiter d’une soirée entre copines, c’est l’occasion idéale ! Avant de rejoindre la plus grosse soirée en happy hour prolongée. Viens le plus tôt possible pour mieux se connaître avant de partir pour la grosse fiesta ! **Infos pratiques :** Horaire Afterwork Entre Filles : De 19h à 21h Gratuit avec le pass Socializus ! WhatsApp pour des infos rapides : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN) **Comment participer :** Vérifie l’adresse exacte avec l’app gratuite et le pass gratuit : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) Ou soutiens l’association avec une carte de membre annuelle sur : [https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Reste connectée :** Meetup – [https://www.meetup.com/afterwork-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/afterwork-paris/) Socializus : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) WhatsApp (infos & rappels jour J) : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN) (Active “Tout recevoir” pour ne rien manquer !) Groupe Facebook – [https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris](https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris) Page Facebook – Photos, souvenirs et actus : [https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris](https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris) Socializus : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) Deviens Orga : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) Rejoins l’équipe bénévole et reçois une boisson gratuite ? C’est 100% gratuit car nous sommes une association à but non lucratif. ✦✦ Les changements de dernière minute peuvent arriver, mais tout est mis à jour via l’app avec le pass gratuit. Pour mieux gérer le nombre de participants, nous comptons sur les inscriptions via le pass gratuit. Inscris-toi seulement si tu es sûre de venir, on compte sur toi ! Viens profiter d’une soirée entre filles, puis d’une fête internationale ouverte à tous, dans une ambiance chaleureuse et multiculturelle ! / En participant à notre activité, vous acceptez d'être photographié et / ou filmé. Les photos et vidéos seront partagées sur nos réseaux sociaux et pourront être utilisées à des fins commerciales. Vous pouvez également publier vos propres photos avec le #socializus

## Details Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohème Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!***

🟡🟡🟡 FRANÇAIS 🟡🟡🟡 (⬇🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢⬇) 😍 MEETUP BI-MENSUEL 😍 PiSCiNE OLYMPiQUE (50m) 📍 PARiS CENTRE 📍 ✅ PROGRAMMES de NATATION GRATUITS ✅ ☀ OUVERT A TOUS 20-39 ans ☀ 🏊 TARIF ENTRÉE PiSCiNE : 3,50€ à l'unité ou 2,80€ en prenant une carte de 10 entrées (valide 1 an, valable dans quasi toutes les piscines de Paris intra-muros, notre piscine incluse) 🔥 places limitées : 8 participants maximum 🔥 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ Si tu veux AMÉLIORER TA FORME et faire de nouvelles RENCONTRES 💬, rejoins-nous ! 😊 Pendant 1h à 1h15 viens NAGER dans une piscine olympique dans le centre de Paris avec un groupe motivé ! 🏊🔥 Au choix : 😊 Tu peux nager à TON RYTHME, faire le nombre de longueurs que tu préfères, alterner les nages à volonté... ou ✅ Tu peux suivre un des PROGRAMMES proposés par l'animatrice Programmes complets concoctés par un coach sportif, au choix : * **niveau DÉBUTANT** (modulable en fonction de ton niveau et endurance) * **niveau INTERMÉDIAIRE** 😊 * **niveau AVANCÉ** (tu vas t'éclater ou souffrir 😂 mais à ce qu'il parait il le faut pour devenir belle/canon 😉 ready? 🔥) OBJECTIFS : * faire connaissance avec des participant(e)s motivé(e)s 💪🔥 pour NAGER, faire des exercices EN GROUPE et SE MOTIVER sur le LONG TERME 😊 * revenir régulièrement et constater des PROGRES et EVOLUTION 🎉 (santé, bien-être, mission summer body ou juste contrer les effets raclette sur ton jean 😅) **DÉROULÉ** **de notre séance :** 19h15-19h25 : 👋 GREET & MEET 😊 19h30-19h45 : ENTRÉE PISCINE + se changer 🏊 **19h50-21h : SÉANCE NATATION** 🏊 21h-21h15 : moment de relaxation / convivialité dans le bassin d'eau chaude 21h15-21h45 : douche / s'habiller (info : fermeture de la piscine à 22h, généralement ils nous mettent la pression à partir de 21h45) 😍 BIENFAITS de la natation : * **tonifier, muscler et affiner l'ensemble de son corps** * **améliorer sa posture** * **lutter contre la cellulite** * **brûler beaucoup de calories** (400cal/h à vitesse tranquille, jusqu'à 900cal/h en natation intense), ce qui rapidement permet d'**affiner sa silhouette** (en nageant régulièrement) * **faire un sport complet sans impact sur les articulations** * et grâce aux effets bénéfiques de ce sport cardio, par l'amélioration des performances du coeur et des capacités pulmonaires qui apportent sur le long terme un meilleur apport en oxygène aux muscles : **retrouver forme et énergie durablement** ! N'hésite pas à venir seul ou avec des amis. Toute personne intéressée par cette sortie est la bienvenue 😊 📍 RDV à 19h15 (nous attendrons 5-10 minutes avant d'entrer ensemble 😊) A très vite pour se dépenser ensemble et faire de nouvelles rencontres 😊 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 👉 RECOMMANDATIONS 👍 A mettre dans ton sac de sport : * **MAILLOT de BAIN** 1 pièce * **BONNET** (obligatoire) * **LUNETTES** de natation * TONGUES/CLAQUETTES de piscine propres * **SERVIETTE** + **gel douche/shampoo** + brosse à cheveux/crème visage Optionnel : \- MONTRE submersible \(si tu veux chronométrer tes temps\) \- PALMES Apporter au minimum une **BOUTEILLE D'EAU** (idéalement 1L) A très vite 😊 Si ce n'est pas cette fois, au plaisir de se rencontrer une prochaine fois 😊 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢 😍 BI-MONTHLY MEETUP 😍 OLYMPIC POOL (50m) 📍 PARIS 📍 ✅ FREE SWIM PROGRAMS ✅ ☀ OPEN TO ALL 20-39 yo ☀ 🏊 POOL RATES : 3,50€/unit or 2,80€/admission with a 10-admissions card (valid 1 year, entrance possible in almost all pools of Paris, ours included) 🔥 limited spots : 8 participants maximum 🔥 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ If you want to WORKOUT and MEET NEW PEOPLE 💬, join us! 😊 For 1 hour to 1¼ hour, come SWIM in an olympic pool in the center of Paris with a motivated group! 🏊🔥 😊 You can swim at your own pace or ✅ You can follow one of the animator’s SWIM programs, created by a sports coach : * **BEGINNER program** (adjustable according to your level and endurance) * **INTERMEDIATE program** * **ADVANCED program** **Schedule of our session:** 7:15 - 7:25 PM : 👋 GREET & MEET 😊 7:30 - 7:45 PM : POOL ENTRY + put on the swimsuit **🏊 7:50 PM - 9 PM : SWIMMING SESSION 🏊** 9 PM - 9:15 : friendly moment and relaxing in warmer pool 9:15 - 9:45 PM : shower / get dressed (info: the pool closes at 10 PM) Do not hesitate to come alone or with friends. Anyone interested in this outing is welcome :) 📍 Meeting at 7:15PM (we will wait 5-10 min before we enter together 😊) ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 👉 RECOMMANDATIONS 👍 To put in your sports bag: * **SWIMSUIT** (1 piece) * **SWIM HAT** (mandatory) * **SWIMMING GOGGLES** * POOL FLIP-FLOPS * **TOWEL** + **shower gel/shampoo** + hairbrush/face cream Optional: \- submersible WATCH \(if you want to monitor your times\) \- SWIMMING FINS Bring at least a BOTTLE OF WATER (ideally 1L) I hope to meet you all soon 😊 If it is not this time, maybe it will be next time 😊

Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohème Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!*** [Events in Paris, FR](https://www.meetup.com/find/fr--paris/)

In *City Lights*, Chaplin's Little Tramp meets a blind girl selling flowers who mistakes him for a wealthy man. When he learns that an operation may restore her sight, he sets off to earn the money she needs to have the surgery. He also befriends an alcoholic millionaire who only recognizes him when he is drunk. When the blind girl and her grandmother fall behind in the rent and face eviction, he tries working and even enters a boxing competition to raise the money they need. Regarded as Chaplin's masterpiece, *City Lights* has been ranked on more than seventeen "100 greatest movies of all time" lists. Orson Welles cited it as his favorite picture. *City Lights* is available for streaming on Amazon Prime, Hulu, HBOMax, Tubi and PlutoTV. The Columbus Library lists three copies on blu-ray and eight copies on DVD. Watch the movie on your own, then join us upstairs at East Market to discuss the film.

Join us as we get together for a Discount Tuesday / Choose Your Movie event to see your choice of two great new films! Option 1 (and the one I'll be seeing) is the top-reviewed comedy-drama, THE CHRISTOPHERS! The film is set in the art world and follows the estranged children of a former artist who hire a forger. It is directed by Steven Soderberg, stars Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel and has been earning rave reviews on the indie circuit. Option 2 is the latest action-thriller starring Bob Odenkirk, NORMAL! The film follows a temporary small-town sheriff who uncovers dark mysteries after a local bank robbery. Here are descriptions, trailers and our plan for this event: THE CHRISTOPHERS: The children of a once famous artist hire a forger to complete some unfinished, long ago abandoned canvases so they'll have a better inheritance when he dies. It is directed by Steven Soderbergh and stars Ian McKellen, Michaela Coel, Jessica Gunning and James Corden. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film is earning an excellent 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it a “dynamic, emotional and surprising journey” and a “compelling chamber piece that works like intellectual comfort food.” Others call the film, an “incredibly funny, comedy drama with plot reversals that make it feel like it’s on the verge of a thriller!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H79-EqzmdwY&t=20s NORMAL: This action-crime-thriller follows a man who comes to the sleepy town of Normal, Minnesota to serve as the temporary sheriff. But a bank robbery leads him to a criminal underground reaches throughout the entire town. The film is directed by Ben Wheatley and stars Bob Odenkirk, Henry Winkler and Lena Headey. The film comes from the same team that brought us Nobody and the John Wick series, so expect an over-the-top, action-filled thrill ride! TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rmm-lM33Qw0&t=19s PLAN: Details for this event have been confirmed! For THE CHRISTOPHERS, please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and meet in the upstairs lobby between 6:40 and 6:50pm! For NORMAL, please purchase your ticket for the 7:30pm showing and meet in the upstairs lobby between 7:10 and 7:20pm! For both films, tickets just $5 ($6.50 after online fees when purchased on the GFC website). Advance purchase is advised. Once you have yours, please list your movie of choice and seat number in the Comments section of this event. PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us for a fun Dinner & a Movie event as we get together to see MICHAEL + Dinner at CAP City! The film is directed by Antoine Fuqua and stars Jaafar Jackson (Michael Jackson’s nephew) as the King of Pop! Early buzz is strong for what should be an excellent musical-biopic! Here are details, a trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: This biographical musical drama follows the life of Michael Jackson, from his time with the Jackson 5 to his early solo career! Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. Jaafar Jackson (Michael Jackson’s nephew) stars in the title role alongside Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Juliano Krue Valdi, Miles Teller and Colman Domingo. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbtgEE6rkxw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbtgEE6rkxw) MOVIE PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 3:35pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby between 3:10 and 3:20pm. Tickets already on sale and advance purchase as soon as possible is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event! DINNER PLAN: Dinner immediately following the movie (around 6pm) at nearby CAP City Fine Diner! Seating is limited for the dinner portion of this event, so separate RSVP required. If you plan to join for Dinner AND the movie, please be sure to RSVP in both places. CAP CITY FINE DINER: This upscale diner from Cameron Mitchell is known its “retro-cool” atmosphere, modern twists on classic comfort food and their “showstopper” desserts! The menu reimagines nostalgic dishes like meatloaf, beef stroganoff, and pot roast with gourmet twists. The menu also offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options with lots of apps, cocktails, salads, sandwiches, burgers (including a black bean veggie burger), the most welcome return of their Veggie Plate (with Hummus) and more. Desserts include their 24K Carrot Cake, Coconut Cake and Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Pie. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

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A movie this big deserves a big dinner! Join us after MICHAEL for fun and delicious dinner at another CMG-favorite restaurant, CAP CITY FINE DINER! RSVPs are limited for the dinner portion of this event! Here are complete details: CAP CITY FINE DINER: This upscale diner from Cameron Mitchell is known its “retro-cool” atmosphere, modern twists on classic comfort food and their “showstopper” desserts! The menu reimagines nostalgic dishes like meatloaf, beef stroganoff, and pot roast with gourmet twists. The menu also offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options with lots of apps, cocktails, salads, sandwiches, burgers (including a black bean veggie burger), the most welcome return of their Veggie Plate (with Hummus) and more. Desserts include their 24K Carrot Cake, Coconut Cake and Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Pie. MENU: [https://capcityfinediner.com/locations-menus/gahanna/menus/dinner/](https://capcityfinediner.com/locations-menus/gahanna/menus/dinner/) RSVP: Dinner immediately following the movie at nearby CAP CITY FINE DINER! Please RSVP for here for the dinner portion of this event at Cap City Fine Diner. Since the dinner portion of this event is limited, please only RSVP if you plan to attend. If your plans change, please update your RSVP as early as possible. Please RSVP in both events, if you plan to attend the movie and dinner. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “create a better world” by helping serve those in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for BRUNCH from 10:30am to 12:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 10:20am and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking is available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to all of YOU for volunteering at this (and any of our previous) CMG Gives Back events! Should be a good/fun/meaningful time together, Dan

Join us on for a Discount Tuesday event to see the fun romantic-comedy YOU, ME & TUSCANY! The film stars Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page and follows a woman who crashes at an empty Italian villa, posing as the owner's fiancée. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: A free-spirited, young cook makes a brash decision to become a squatter in an abandoned Tuscan villa owned by a man she barely knows, leading to a whole new world of adventure, lies, and love when she meets the homeowner's cousin. The charming, Destination Italy, feel-good rom-com stars Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYTMroh8pjI PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 6:50pm showing and meet in the bar area between 6:15 and 6:30pm! Tickets just $6 when you purchase via the Marcus App and join Marcus Rewards (FREE)! It’ll also get you a Free popcorn on the day of the show! Advance ticket purchase as soon as possible is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan