WOODBURY, Minn. — Film fans can plan to dine while they're at the movies once again after Alamo Drafthouse announced plans to reopen its Woodbury location.
Though the chain didn't announce a specific date for the reopening, it did announce plans to offer previous employees "first access" to interview for open positions, in a press release.
"Those who are rehired will receive a more robust benefits plan with immediate eligibility, including access to daily pay, substantial 401k match, paid medical leave, accrued PTO, free mental health services," said a news release.
The reopening comes after the cinema chain was purchased by Sony Pictures Entertainment in early June.
“We were heartbroken to hear about the franchisee’s decision to close their locations in Dallas-Fort Worth and Woodbury, MN, but we immediately got to work to acquire these as Alamo Drafthouse-owned locations,” said Alamo Drafthouse-CEO Michael Kustermann, in the release. “We’re so excited to reestablish Alamo Drafthouse Cinema for our teammates and local film communities in these great cities during an incredibly successful summer of moviegoing.”
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