Grant County’s only movie theater is experiencing growing support by the local community and region with donations and regular event bookings.
Chuck Johnson, a Silver City based State Farm Insurance agent, recently visited the newly renovated historic Light Hall Auditorium and subsequently donated to the University Foundation as a sign off support for the use of Light Hall as the only movie theater in the community.
“I support Light Hall Theater and wanted to show that with this contribution to the University Foundation,” said Mr. Johnson.
Renovations to Light Hall Auditorium, erected in 1927, were completed in October 2014. The space is used each weekend as a movie theater, and is also used during the week as a lecture hall and special events space.
“Each weekend we are excited to see the support by our local community and our student body as they come out to spend their time with us at the movies,” said Abe Villarreal, WNMU Director of Communications.
Local schools such as the 6th Street Elementary School have booked the entire theater for field trips. The annual Shop-With-A-Cop program also partnered with WNMU to host their children for a kid-friendly film. Film titles and show times can be found online: http://movies.wnmu.edu.
Local businesses and non-profits can show their support for Light Hall Theater with a display ad that appears before each movie showing. To purchase an ad, please contact 575-538-6238.