The Future Is Here!

The future of Rhyl’s entertainment is certainly getting a good kick-start with the Apollo cinema giving the town a much-needed breath of life. With the use of modern technology going in leaps and bounds, bringing 3D, live shows, sports events and much more.

But it doesn’t stop there the Apollo cinema is growing with a reputation for bringing top quality entertainment to the public and with more plans in the pipeline to expand on the entertainment for people living in the surrounding area to enjoy.  Bring it on I say

So recently I had the privilege of having a talk with Craig Miller and Alison Hogarth about the cinema and it’s future. The future is really looking good for the Apollo Cinema and Craig mentioned to me many plans in the pipeline which do sound extremely interesting, with the cinema expanding further and hopefully utilizing the Children’s Village which sits next to it. I’m really looking forward to seeing how all this pans out.

Suffice to say there are some great plans coming in the near future and the Apollo cinema is certainly something that Rhyl has needed for a while, a good kick up the backside.

Now some have said that I am a bit of a movie-holic and do spend a lot of my time watching films, which is true But I thought it was about time that I wrote a post about the cinema itself and those people who visit the cinema and enjoy their time there watching films and socializing with friends.

The Apollo Cinema Rhyl, A Brief History

The Apollo Cinema situated on the North Wales coast in the seaside town of Rhyl had been a staple diet for many a film goer for many years, but then he cinema closed its doors in February for refurbishment that seemed to go on forever.

At this point a lot of cinema goers started visiting other cinemas to get their movie fixes, with the advent of 3D hitting cinemas, Rhyl Apollo had its work cut out for it!

Then in August the Rhyl Apollo was completed with its £2.5 million refurbishment project, bringing the seaside town the latest in cinema technology, with five screens have all been equipped with the latest in high-resolution Sony 4k digital cinema projection, premium RealD 3D technology, and flawless Dolby digital sound.

Movie goers now have a spanking new cinema, with Costa coffee available as well all screens being licensed for alcohol which can be bought in the bar at the rear of the building with amazing sea views.

Tania Jones, General Manager of Apollo Cinemas, Rhyl, said; “It has been our goal to bring the Rhyl cinema bang up to date, with the latest cinema technology, to provide the town with a thriving entertainment hub. The all-digital, all-3D screens mean we can offer the latest Hollywood blockbusters The town deserves access to the best quality viewing experience, and we are committed to ensuring Rhyl and surrounding areas can experience their choice of film the way they should be presented.”

She continues, “The Apollo Rhyl team mission is to welcome, engage and delight local audiences. We want the cinema to be a focal point for the community; it’s a space where people can relax as well as enjoy film, music, sports opera and ballet. We’re very much locally engaged and our aim at the site is to spread our roots into the community. We have been working with Denbighshire Council on a number of projects that seek to make a positive contribution to local lives, including displaying work by local artists in the lobby space.”

I personally have to say that since the Cinema reopened I’ve been an avid visitor and as you can see from the blog, I’ve had some great times seeing and reviewing some of the latest movies, bot only in 2D but also in 3D.

Marlene Songin, Vice President, Cinema and General Director, RealD Europe comments; “With every screen in the complex equipped with RealD 3D, audiences in Rhyl will have access to the latest 3D films, from the current crop of 3D blockbusters including Captain America and Harry Potter, through to Fright Night and The Adventures of Tintin which are being released later this year.”

It’s now down to the residents and movie going public to show their support for the cinema, I give my support and will continue to bring you even more movie reviews from the Rhyl Apollo as much as I can, having a local cinema with such a great reputation for quality and having staff that are friendly and helpful, is really going to, hopefully, bring Rhyl in to the limelight for the right reasons!

Councillor David Thomas, Cabinet Lead member for Regeneration said: “This is an excellent development for Rhyl and will form a major part of the regeneration for the area. We hope this facility will attract people from far and wide.”

Fans And Visitors At The Apollo Cinema Rhyl

So I recently asked for the views of those that visit the Apollo Cinema in Rhyl and gave them a chance to win one of two Arthur Christmas Goody bags and here are what people have been saying:

• Jennifer Doherty said “ I love apollo Rhyl because the staff are always polite and super helpful, my kids love watching th kids club films and my purse does 2“
• Gemme Haughton said “I love apollo cinemas Rhyl because you have regular competitions, your prices are fair, the kids club is excellent, brilliant staff and you reply to people queries on Facebook and twitter you guys do an amazing job!!!“
• Ben Bishop said “I love it becuase its modern and the staff are friendly and well mannered etc. its just a lovely atmosphere in there“
• Michelle Williams said “I love visiting the apollo with my kids,it was awful travelling all the time 2 llandudno.The staff r really friendly,and always answer if theres any problems.The compeitions are always worth entering,and the prices r really good.“
• Tina Williams said “i love the new look apollo all the staff are friendly and me and the kids love coing almost every sunday to watch a kids club film also unllike some big compnies any questions or enquiries are responded to in person instead of just pre set messages“
• Angela Garner said “how many words do i get…??? i loved the apollo even before it’s big makeover. i’ve always found the staff to be really friendly, they’re always helpful, even when really busy & people are being rude to them (who know who you are!) always running good competitions that many people have a good chance of winning., not just one. prices are reasonable, for enterance, too. now you can even get a cheeky wine to see a film with which in my book is always a bouns, unless it’s at a kids club showing!!! also loving the new varity of things showing, my mum & her friends love the opera showing that have just started & she can’t wait to go and see alfie bow on the big screen (having met him in person earlier year, she’s now an even bigger fan!) i’ve always found nothings been too much trouble & they were great when my little boy sick in the foyer *cough* moving on!! the new seats are very comfy & hubby at 6′ loves the extra leg room, the popcorn & drinks sizes are perfect, family tickets are a great price, even £4.50 tuesdays are great! i personally am loving the new screens, the picture quality is beautiful & it’s so easy to get totally immersed in the film & the 3D is just good. us as a family of 4, as a couple, or with my mum we’ve been many times over the last few years and always enjoyed ourselves, you can’t can’t beat the giltz & glamour and hollywood razz-a-ma-tazz that rhyl apollo offers!! )“
• Jessica Gigson said “I love apollo because its in a brilliantly convenient location, with parking right there. The staff are always friendly, the new look cinema is great, and we have fond memories of apollo since it was down by the bridge in town (where the bingo is now haha)! 
  Many happy times at the cinema in all it’s forms over the years, and now my nephew is old enough to join in too there’s a whole new generation getting in on the fun! (we’re coming to see arthur christmas very soon actually!)“
• Nicola Arch said “We love Apollo cinemas as they are investing and generating a great place for all the family to go and watch a decent film in a fantastic place whilst helping the much needed economy in Rhyl and giving people a decent place to work. My kids love it, modern, fun and a costa coffee for me.“
• Samantha Hughes said “Apollo cinema is just ace. Love the comps and the fact that us locals actually win. My kids r huge fans of the kids club at weekends. I think its great that we get the chance to watch operas etc too. Staff are very pleasant. My eldest missed her lift home after watching film the other week and staff let her wait in the building even though they were ready to lock up. So I knew my daughter was safe and not waiting outside for taxi. Everywhere is nice and clean, even the loos! Overall you’re all doing a top job, great place to go!“
• Michelle Jackson said “ I went to c breaking dawn at the appollo rhyl took 7 teenagers they all had popcorn and drinks i found it quite cheap and 1 spilt a drink they replaced it free of charge and cleaned up the mess it is always clean and tidy i found the staff very helpful and all tickets where checked i to think the kids club is great for the local kids gives them a safe place to go at the weekends good job guys keep it up“
• Ann Caulfield said “the staff are so friendly and polite, the facilities are always clean no matter what time of the day you visit. The food and drink are ever so cheap, the new seats are comfortable and have lots of leg space. All in all a real good night out, of which i dont get many.“
• Angela Evans said “its just like the good old days when families spent time together watching a great film, pity prices werent the same as years ago but on the whole a fantastic cinema with friendly helpful staff and good comfy seats. love seeing good movies with my 3 great kids. keep up the good work and contiue showing fab films for all ages . pat yrselves on your backs !“
• Jason Hill said “i love the apollo cinema,because,i love the coffee,the munchies that are on offer,and the staff are so friendly,not forget the comfy leather seats that are available,.“
• Clair Zumba-Farrant said “We love the Apollo, especially more so since the revamp…in a sad way (no offence to the town) but you walk through the doors and you dont feel like you’re in Rhyl anymore….this is a good thing for Rhyl though…just what it needs. It bright, roomy, classy. The staff are friendly. We love it.“
• Tina Percival said “I love the apollo cinema because you allways make us welcome and find the time to help us “
• Nadia Nicholson said “I love the apollo because, my little boy is 6 yrs old and wont sit still but everytime we go to the apollo he is so quite and still its lovely“

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