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The beautiful and historic Avalon Theatre was dramatically rescued, restored, and reopened in April 2003. Through our exciting Membership Program, you can help sustain Washington’s only non-profit independent movie house while enjoying an array of fabulous benefits at the theater and in the Chevy Chase, DC neighborhood. Open to individuals and businesses, the Membership Program helps to sustain the Avalon’s stimulating and unique programming. And because the Avalon is the city’s oldest operating movie house, you also help preserve a piece of history and an historic landmark. The Avalon is operated by the non-profit Avalon Theatre Project, a 501(c)(3) organization. Your membership fee is tax deductible less the fair market value of the benefits provided. Take a look at the membership benefits, find the level that’s right for you, and SIGN UP TODAY!
| Membership Levels (cost: single/couple*) |
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| Student ($35 with valid student ID) |
Supporting Actor ($70 / $120) |
Actor ($140 / $235) |
Star ($300 / $500) |
Director ($1000 / $1500) |
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| Special Member Ticket Prices See chart below. |
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| Avalon Card (pre-loaded value: single/couple*) |
$7.50 |
$10 / $20 |
$20 / $40 |
$50 / $100 |
$125 / $250 |
| FREE Admission† |
ALL DAY MON; SUN 6-10 PM |
ALL DAY MON-THU; SUN 6-10 PM |
ALWAYS! |
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| V.I.P. Access (no waiting in line!) |
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AN AVALON MEMBERSHIP IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR.
* “Single” memberships admit member alone to exclusive events unless otherwise noted.
“Couple” memberships are available to two people at one address.
† Free admission may not apply for some special engagements.
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Additional Member-Only Privileges (all levels)
• Advance ticket purchases by phone! (202) 966-3464
• Discounts from participating business partners!
• Invitations to exclusive screenings!
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Special Member Ticket Prices (unless noted as free above)
Discounts apply to most first-run films and cultural programs.
| ADULTS (18-61) | $4.00 off full-price admission / $1.00 off bargain show admission |
| SENIORS (62+) | $2.50 off senior price admission / $2.00 off bargain show admission |
| STUDENTS (with valid ID) |
$1.00 off student price admission or bargain show admission |
| Weekend Family Matinee Program |
Discount varies, but extends to entire party as long as one party member is an Avalon Member. |
Discounts Offered by Local Business Partners
Your Avalon Membership entitles you to receive discounts or other special offers at participating businesses. Just show your card or contact our partners directly and reap the rewards. Partners currently include:
The Cinema Club New Membership Discount
Watch Sunday morning sneak previews and discuss them with fellow film enthusiasts! Avalon Members who have never been members of The Cinema Club before can reference their Avalon Membership when subscribing to The Cinema Club for the first time to receive a $20.00 discount off the regular membership fee! This discount is limited to first-time Cinema Club subscribers only. Visit thecinemaclub.com/DC for more information about the club.
Film Movement Monthly DVD Membership Program Discount
Subscribers to the Film Movement Monthly DVD Membership Program receive an award-winning film each month to own on DVD before the film has been put into general release. Avalon members receive a 20% discount to this program. Simply use the code “Avalon20” when subscribing to redeem your discount.
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Please contact Susan Kirby with any membership-related questions at:
skirby@theavalon.org or at our business office at (202) 966-2149.















