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Harkins Theatres company history timeline

1933

Harkins Theatres is a privately owned and operated business, founded and based in Arizona since 1933.

1940

By 1940 Red built his dream movie house, the College Theatre (today's Valley Art). The College Theatre was full of fantastic innovations and set a new standard for theaters and established a Harkins tradition of employing the latest technology to constantly improve the moviegoing experience.

1966

Making its debut April 1, 1966 with the Charlton Heston film The Agony and the Ecstasy, the original Cine Capri® was an instant hit with Phoenix moviegoers.

1974

When Red passed away in 1974, he left an enduring legacy of business and community service.

1977

One of the most notable engagements at the Cine Capri was 1977's Star Wars.

1997

In 1997, a year-long battle began between Harkins Theatres and the property owner over the decision to demolish the Cine Capri in favor of a high-rise office building.

1998

On January 5, 1998 at 2:12 am, the curtain lowered on the original Cine Capri at the conclusion of its final performance of appropriately, James Cameron's Titanic.

2003

In 2003 the Cine Capri was rebuilt to much fanfare as part of the Scottsdale 101 theatre complex in Phoenix, Arizona.

2014

Chelsea Oakland joined the ARMLS team in 2014.

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1933
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