The Iris Theatre
Our theatre seats 34 people, with the option of adding folding chairs. It is available to rent for your event. We have the ability to show DVD and VHS video, as well as Power Point presentations. Schedule a business presentation, a party, a private movie showing, etc. Call for information and rates - 972/563-5481. We have had several private movie nights for birthdays, holidays, engagement parties, etc.Our 16 foot movie screen brings classic movies back to 'the big screen' for our patrons on the second and fourth Friday nights of each month (unless a live performance is scheduled). See below for our movie schedule. Admission to the movies is free, and we have Cokes and Popcorn. Tips are greatly appreciated and are used to provide refreshments, and to make improvements to the facility. We recently relit the neon "IRIS" sign on the front of the building (with assistance from the good folks at the City of Terrell administration) which had been dark for many years! Movies start at 7:00, and the front doors are open from about 6:40 till 7:00 when we lock the doors so we can watch the movies too! Join us for Friday night movies and relive the golden era of Hollywood with Bogie, Bacall, Stewart, Hepburn, Wayne and many more favorites! Make a night of it by dining at Dos Aces or Kountry Kitchen - both within easy walking distance of the Iris!
Movie schedule:
Feb 24: - "Stage Door" starring Katherine Hepburn, Ginger Rogers, Lucille Ball
An Emotional, Sentimental Witty Movie from 1937
Gregory La Cava captures the drama in Edna Ferber's famous play about the heartaches reaped under the lights of Broadway. Socialite Terry Randall (Katharine Hepburn) is determined to make a go of her stage career without the help of her family and upper-crust peers. She moves into a boardinghouse filled with wanna-bes just like her, but her father just can't keep himself from giving her a boost, which may end up hurting more than helping.
March 9: - "Death on the Nile" starring Peter Ustinov and Bette Davis
A Cerebral, Suspenseful Thriller from 1978
A star-studded cast unites for this adaptation of Agatha Christie's mystery novel of the same name. A rich but reviled heiress is murdered on a cruise down the Nile. Luckily, brilliant detective Hercule Poirot (Peter Ustinov) is on board, and takes on the case. Can he find the culprit before they reach port, possibly losing him or her forever? Maggie Smith, David Niven,
Bette Davis and Mia Farrow co-star in this Oscar winner for Best Costume Design It's a newer movie than we usually show, but just thought we would give it a try - and Agatha Christie is hard to beat!
March 23: - "I Love You Again" starring William Powell and Myrna Loy
A Goofy, Romantic Screwball Comedy from 1940
Just as his wife, Kay, is about to divorce him out of sheer boredom, Larry gets a knock on the head. Memories of his past as a con artist come flooding back, and suddenly, Kay's interest in Larry is renewed. Is it enough to keep her from divorce? And will her rekindled love survive if Larry returns to his usual dull self? Frank McHugh, Edmund Lowe and Our Gang's Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer co-star in this madcap comedy.
Mar 30 & Apr 6: No Movie these weeks - Live Theatre instead!! (See the Vagabond Players page for info!)
Apr 13: Charro" starring Elvis Presley, Victor French
A gritty Western from 1969
In his 29th movie role, Elvis stars as a boisterous outlaw with a conscience who tries to break free from the clutches of a notorious gang he once ran with. His former partners in crime are not about to let him go that easily, though. It seems there are some old scores to settle, as well as a cannon that everyone seems to want to get their hands on.
(NOTE: If the Live Theatre sells out all performances, there may be an Encore Performance tonight.)
Apr 27: "Wife Versus Secretary" starring Clark Gable, Jean Harlow, James Stewart
A Goofy, Romantic Witty Comedy from 1930
Van is happily married to Linda but can't survive in business without his loyal secretary, Whitey. The plot thickens when Van takes Whitey on a business trip, fueling Linda's jealousy and infuriating Whitey's boyfriend. The stars of this little-known MGM 1930s screwball comedy directed by Clarence Brown all play against type to great effect. (This is one of James Stewart's first roles.)
May 11: "Foreign Correspondent" starring Joel McCrae, Laraine Day, George Sanders
An Exciting Witty Suspense from 1940
Hitchcock's classic thriller stars Joel McCrea as Johnny Jones, a naïve New York reporter sent on assignment to Europe on the eve of World War II. Amidst the volatile atmosphere of the impending war, Jones stumbles on a deadly conspiracy devised by Stephen Fisher, whose spy ring masquerades as a peace organization. Fisher's daughter Carol lends a hand as Jones races to expose the story -- and tries to stay alive.
May 25: "Platinum Blonde" starring Loretta Young, Robert Williams and Jean Harlow
A Quirky, Romantic Witty Comedy from 1931
Frank Capra directed this 1931 screwball comedy about a hard-nosed newspaper reporter, Stew, who, after marrying heiress Ann Schuyler, must find a way to adjust to high society. After finding it stifling, he sets about writing a play with a female colleague, Gallagher, who promptly falls for Stew. Hijinks and witty repartee move faster than breaking copy as the two women vie for Stew's affections.
Movie schedule:
Feb 24: - "Stage Door" starring Katherine Hepburn, Ginger Rogers, Lucille Ball
An Emotional, Sentimental Witty Movie from 1937
Gregory La Cava captures the drama in Edna Ferber's famous play about the heartaches reaped under the lights of Broadway. Socialite Terry Randall (Katharine Hepburn) is determined to make a go of her stage career without the help of her family and upper-crust peers. She moves into a boardinghouse filled with wanna-bes just like her, but her father just can't keep himself from giving her a boost, which may end up hurting more than helping.
March 9: - "Death on the Nile" starring Peter Ustinov and Bette Davis
A Cerebral, Suspenseful Thriller from 1978
A star-studded cast unites for this adaptation of Agatha Christie's mystery novel of the same name. A rich but reviled heiress is murdered on a cruise down the Nile. Luckily, brilliant detective Hercule Poirot (Peter Ustinov) is on board, and takes on the case. Can he find the culprit before they reach port, possibly losing him or her forever? Maggie Smith, David Niven,
Bette Davis and Mia Farrow co-star in this Oscar winner for Best Costume Design It's a newer movie than we usually show, but just thought we would give it a try - and Agatha Christie is hard to beat!
March 23: - "I Love You Again" starring William Powell and Myrna Loy
A Goofy, Romantic Screwball Comedy from 1940
Just as his wife, Kay, is about to divorce him out of sheer boredom, Larry gets a knock on the head. Memories of his past as a con artist come flooding back, and suddenly, Kay's interest in Larry is renewed. Is it enough to keep her from divorce? And will her rekindled love survive if Larry returns to his usual dull self? Frank McHugh, Edmund Lowe and Our Gang's Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer co-star in this madcap comedy.
Mar 30 & Apr 6: No Movie these weeks - Live Theatre instead!! (See the Vagabond Players page for info!)
Apr 13: Charro" starring Elvis Presley, Victor French
A gritty Western from 1969
In his 29th movie role, Elvis stars as a boisterous outlaw with a conscience who tries to break free from the clutches of a notorious gang he once ran with. His former partners in crime are not about to let him go that easily, though. It seems there are some old scores to settle, as well as a cannon that everyone seems to want to get their hands on.
(NOTE: If the Live Theatre sells out all performances, there may be an Encore Performance tonight.)
Apr 27: "Wife Versus Secretary" starring Clark Gable, Jean Harlow, James Stewart
A Goofy, Romantic Witty Comedy from 1930
Van is happily married to Linda but can't survive in business without his loyal secretary, Whitey. The plot thickens when Van takes Whitey on a business trip, fueling Linda's jealousy and infuriating Whitey's boyfriend. The stars of this little-known MGM 1930s screwball comedy directed by Clarence Brown all play against type to great effect. (This is one of James Stewart's first roles.)
May 11: "Foreign Correspondent" starring Joel McCrae, Laraine Day, George Sanders
An Exciting Witty Suspense from 1940
Hitchcock's classic thriller stars Joel McCrea as Johnny Jones, a naïve New York reporter sent on assignment to Europe on the eve of World War II. Amidst the volatile atmosphere of the impending war, Jones stumbles on a deadly conspiracy devised by Stephen Fisher, whose spy ring masquerades as a peace organization. Fisher's daughter Carol lends a hand as Jones races to expose the story -- and tries to stay alive.
May 25: "Platinum Blonde" starring Loretta Young, Robert Williams and Jean Harlow
A Quirky, Romantic Witty Comedy from 1931
Frank Capra directed this 1931 screwball comedy about a hard-nosed newspaper reporter, Stew, who, after marrying heiress Ann Schuyler, must find a way to adjust to high society. After finding it stifling, he sets about writing a play with a female colleague, Gallagher, who promptly falls for Stew. Hijinks and witty repartee move faster than breaking copy as the two women vie for Stew's affections.