Projectors Are Rolling at New Alamo Drafthouse in Littleton's Aspen Grove
The Alamo Drafthouse’s newest Littleton location, in the Aspen Grove Shopping Center, is much more than a movie theater. Sure, film is the cornerstone- you can catch everything from classic oldies, indie films and even the mainstream hits. But it also creates a community for film lovers.
Carri Wilbanks with Founder & CEO of Alamo Drafthouse, Tim League.
CEO and Founder, Tim League started the chain in Austin, TX, knowing he had a unique set of plans ready roll. He is quick to admit his key concepts: no ads before shows, no tolerance on texting or talking (you will be kicked by the Yeti with no refund) and creating a place where film lovers can chat it up. “My wife and I wanted to create a place we would love going too,” says League.
Alamo Drafthouses are popping up across the country, but each adapts spunk from the state or city. “We have no desire of building a cookie cutter company. Each Alamo Drafthouse has it’s own character.” Which comes into the play at the cleverly named, Glass Half Full Bar, which places the spotlight on Colorado brewers. With more than 32 Colorado Craft Beers on tap, and even beer mixes, there are plenty of original recipes to try. Go bold with options like the Black Velvet (Great Divide Yeti & Sparking Wine) or add a shade of summer with the Lager & Lime (Upslope Craft Lager & House Made Lime Cordial). Not feelin’ the hops? Wine, beer and cocktails are also served.
Glass Half Full Bar Inside Alamo Drafthouse Littleton features 32 Colorado Craft Beers.
If you didn’t get a chance to order good eats at the bar, a server will come by your table to take your order on everything from burgers and salads to warps and pizzas. Each seat has a convenient table for two complete with a pad and paper to write down orders. Throughout the movie, staff slides by to check on any orders without disrupting the flick. If the urge to shake things up kicks in- check out the Adult Shakes! Which are also Colorado proud with options like the Left Hand Milk Stout Shake and the Breckenridge Vanilla Porter Shake.
Head to Alamo Drafthouse for screenings you won’t find anywhere else. A “Big Lebow-ski” Quote Along (April 5); “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” spaghetti Western dinner (April 7); and “Girlie Night: Dirty Dancing” (April 10).
And if you need to check your phone during the show—don’t! The no phone policy is serious here! When a customer who was kicked out of the theater left an angry voicemail, the Alamo Drafthouse saw the marketing potential. A PSA and 2 million you tube hits later, it’s safe to say it’s now as famous as some of the stars on the Alamo screen.
