Studio Movie Grill opens in Marietta

MARIETTA, Ga. — Studio Movie Grill (SMG), the original first-run, in-theater dining concept opened its third metro Atlanta location on Thursday. SMG Marietta is located at 40 Powers Ferry Road, is over 49,000 sq. ft. encapsulating 11 dine-in auditoriums totaling 1285 luxury seats, plus public areas, such as a front lounge, premium bar and spacious outdoor patio.

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Moviegoers will relax in custom-built Inorca® VIP leather recliners and experience state-of-the-art Dolby sound with NEC laser projection. Each theater features built-in tabletops and 'push for service' call buttons at the seat to enable guests to order from the full service premium bar and extensive American grill menu.  Every SMG theatre, including Marietta, offers 100% reserved seating online and at the box office.

The opening of SMG Marietta marks the company's 29^th location across nine states. SMG Marietta's opening also unveiled the company's latest concept prototype that includes an open outdoor patio.

“SMG’s new prototype is a marriage of 25 years of in-theater dining expertise and execution,” said Ted Low, senior director of brand and creative of SMG. “Our trademark design materials are now combined with an open-air bar and lounge area complimenting SMG’s immersive movie-going experience. SMG Marietta is equal parts design, technology and southern hospitality.  It’s truly a place to relax, unwind, and have some fun.”

With the mission statement of “opening hearts and minds, one story at a time,” SMG proudly supports surrounding theater communities with specialty programming and outreach. In celebration of its grand opening, SMG will be partnering with non-profits for select events and offering discounted pricing exclusive only to the Marietta location.

INTRODUCTORY PRICING: From Nov. 16 – Dec. 6, SMG Marietta will offer $3 online only tickets with the code SMGMARIETTA.  At the box office – tickets will be $9 for adults, $6 for children and $7 for matinees.

GRAND OPENING PARTY: On Friday, Nov. 17, the Bull's Morning Show host Kristen Gates will emcee opening night festivities which include a free showing of JUSTICE LEAGUE for the first 100 people who line up starting at 5 PM for the 7 PM screening. All attendees who come between 5 - 7 PM will also be eligible for a drawing for free movie tickets.

CANS FILM FESTIVAL: From Nov. 27 - 30, SMG Marietta will host its Cans Film Festival, a food drive to help fill the shelves at the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Each moviegoer who donates four or more canned goods or non-perishable items will receive one free movie ticket to any film that day.

SPECIAL NEEDS SCREENINGS: Launching on Nov. 25 with WONDER, SMG's long standing Special Needs Screening will take place on Saturday mornings at 11 AM to accommodate families raising children with special needs. A pillar of SMG's mission and outreach since 2003, Special Needs Screenings are shown with the lights up and the volume lowered, and children are free to move around and talk.  Screenings are free to special needs children and their siblings. Other family members will receive matinee pricing to encourage families to attend together. For more information on future films and dates, please visit studiomoviegrill.com.

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