Revived New Dot Cinema's first night is a smash

* The Mayor wishes greets the re-born New Dot Cinema from the town hall stage. 

Over 100 film buffs turned up at the town hall last night (Friday) for the grand re-opening of Llangollen's own New Dot community cinema.

It's revival is thanks to a dedicated team of volunteers backed by the Town Council who were determined to see  a re-birth of the monthly screenings, which kicked off with the 1980s coming-of-age classic Stand By Me.

The aim of New Dot, the original version of which wound up a few years ago, is to offer a familiar and comfortable atmosphere, exciting cinematic experiences and a few surprises.

The new band of volunteers bring their different experiences of films, web design and knowledge of events to the table. 

Screenings come complete with a bar and refreshment table.

A group of supporters have painted six tabletops with film-themed motifs.

The relaunch of New Dot has been driven by cinema enthusiast and local resident Olivia Brown, aged 23, who studied Film and Theatre Makeup Artistry in Coleg Cambria. 

She said: “I wanted to see the return of New Dot Cinema to Llangollen, so that I and others could enjoy watching movies on the big screen, with friends and family, within walking distance of home.”

Heulwen Wright, Deputy Town Clerk, said: “Llangollen Town Council is delighted to see New Dot Cinema returning to the Town Hall. The previous screenings were highly atmospheric and having the big screen and technology that New Dot and Llangollen Town Council have invested in make the venue an ideal location for a community cinema. Its return will be wonderful for the Llangollen community and visitors alike.”

Llangollen Town Mayor, Cllr Aled Morris, took to the stage to tell the audience the council was privileged to support the re-born New Dot and was 100% behind it.

He added: "I hope it continues for many years to come."

Next New Dot screening on Friday, August 22, is the award-winning 2024 film Conclave about the intrigue surrounding election of a new Pope.

* For more details go to the New Dot website at https://www.newdotcinema.org/or

email newdotcineam@gmail.com to find out more.

* A large audience about to enjoy the first screening.

* Action from the first film, Stand By Me.

* The busy bar area.

 * Popcorn or sweets, anyone?

* One of the specially painted tabletops.