Alamo Drafthouse at the Ritz, Movie theater in 6th Street district, Austin, United States
The Alamo Drafthouse at the Ritz combines film screenings with dining services in a 175-seat venue located in downtown Austin, Texas.
The theater opened on October 13, 1929, as the first cinema in Austin designed specifically for sound films, with architect Hugo Kuehne leading its construction.
The venue transformed from a western film house to a punk rock club in the 1980s, hosting performances by Black Flag and The Dead Kennedys.
Visitors can enjoy meals and beverages delivered directly to their seats while watching films, with strict policies against talking and phone use.
The theater maintains separate programming schedules mixing current releases, classic films, interactive screenings, and special events with director discussions.
Location: Austin
Inception: October 13, 1929
Official opening: October 13, 1929
Capacity: 175
Address: 320 E. 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701
Website: https://drafthouse.com/theater/ritz
GPS coordinates: 30.26730,-97.73960
Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:51
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