Tampa Theatre Adds “Star Wars” Movie Series To May
Each year, Tampa Theatre adds more themed movie series to its schedule. In celebration of ‘Star Wars Day’, there’s a series of films from the “Star Wars” series. Here’s what they’re showing.
Each year, Tampa Theatre adds more themed movie series to its schedule. In celebration of 'Star Wars Day', there's a series of films from the "Star Wars" series. Here's what they're showing.
Tampa's historic theater will host THREE of the "Star Wars" films, the first three released. Here's the schedule and ticket information.
Director George Lucas of "Star Wars - Episode IV: A New Hope." AFI's 40th Anniversary celebration on October 3, 2007 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images for AFI)
May 4, 7 p.m.: "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope" (PG)
Yes, it's "May the 4th." For those who need that explained, this series might not be for you. However, the most famous line from the movie is “May the Force be with you.” In fact, that line is #8 on the American Film Institute's "The 100 Greatest Movie Quotes Of All Time."
The first movie shown is the one that began it all. In 1977 we first meet some of the most famous sci-fi characters: Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia, C-3PO, R2-D2, Chewbacca, Darth Vader and Obi Wan Kenobi.
May 8, 7:30 p.m.: "Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back" (PG)
They all return for the second installment of the series. "The Empire Strikes Back" came out in 1980. A few new characters were added, such as Yoda and Lando Calrissian.
May 15, 7:30 p.m.: "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi" (PG)
This one came out in 1983. It was the last in the "Star Wars" saga until George Lucas would release "Episode I – The Phantom Menace" in 1999.
Ticket Information
Tickets for each movie cost:
Individual: $10
Child (3-12) - $8
Member discount (One per member card): $7
Member No Fee (One additional ticket per card): $10
Member Comp (Patron level and higher): $0
Limit 12 tickets per order. Doors open 1 hour before film.
