Boutique Movie Theater Coming To The Battery Atlanta

ATLANTA, GA — The Atlanta Braves are about to get a fancy movie theater as a neighbor.

Silverspot Cinema, a "boutique" movie-theater chain that promises "a luxurious, no-hassle movie-going experience, has announced that it plans to open a location in The Battery Atlanta near Suntrust Park. Braves Development Company, which runs The Battery, announced the plans Thursday afternoon.

The 38,000-sqare-foot space will feature several screens, a full bar and in-theater dining. Silverspot currently has locations in Florida, North Carolina and Ohio.

"Silverspot Cinema is one of the most innovative and creative entertainment organizations we have encountered, focusing on an exceptional theater experience for their customers, with a high-touch, customer-first environment which makes them the perfect fit for The Battery Atlanta," Mike Plant, president and CEO of Braved Development Company, said in a news release. "As The Battery Atlanta continues to grow and establish itself as the place to go for food, shopping, entertainment, and fun, we know the huge impact they will have on our guests."

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In addition to newly released movies, Silverspot will host events including broadcasts of Broadway plays, musicals, rock concerts and opera. It will be located at 945 Battery Avenue SE, near the Comcast Xfinity store.

According to BDC, the cinema is set to open in 2019.

Photo courtesy Silverspot Cinema