The Triplex Cinema

was built on the site of a former lumberyard in downtown Great Barrington, Massachusetts. Opening in November of 1995 with Mighty Aphrodite, the theater was off to a great start. The Triplex was the brainchild of local businessman Richard Stanley and architect Joe Wasserman. Their combined vision saw a need in Southern Berkshire County for both additional screens and an opportunity to show a wider variety of great films. The Triplex's three theaters offer patrons a comfortable, relaxed venue to watch critically acclaimed independent films as well as blockbuster hits from major studios.

Programming

for the Triplex has extended beyond the usual to include live and other associated events. Over the years, this has included programs specially designed for children, too. Highlights of some of the children's series have included Roger the Jester, David Grover, and The Robbins-Zust Marionettes. Documentaries are a regular offering at The Triplex. Acclaimed documentaries liked Winged Migration play along with the controversial like Fahrenheit 9/11 and The Weather Underground. A discussion with Mark Rudd, a principal member of the Weather Underground movement, followed a sold out showing. In addition, The Triplex strives to be more than just a movie theater, but a real asset to the community. We try, whenever possible, to make our facilities available to organizations and community groups. Most recently a W.E.B Dubois exhibit sponsored by The Railroad Street Youth Project was held in our lobby and various special presentations have played in our theaters when scheduling has allowed.

In the upcoming months

The Triplex will continue with our central mission of being the foremost movie house in Berkshire County and as an integral part of its community, we will continue to expand our offerings. Visit our web site often to find out the latest Triplex happenings or sign up for e-Times and receive our schedule and all the latest Triplex news delivered directly to your inbox every week.

We look forward to having you join us.

Our popcorn is fresh and our sodas are cold. Our theaters are clean and air-conditioned. There is free parking nearby and our staff is friendly and ready to serve you. The films look and sound first-rate in our surround-sound theaters, and downtown Great Barrington is a destination itself for great for shopping and dining! What more could you want from a day or a night out? Come by -- we look forward to meeting you, or send us an e-mail, we really do want to know what you think!

Sincerely,
John Valente, General Manager