Thursday, August 21, 2025
Doors & wine open at 7:30 PM
Film begins at 8 PM
The Athenaeum's outdoor movie series, Flicks on the Bricks, invites you to enjoy classic movies on our patio during beautiful summer nights. In August, KPBS film critic, arts reporter, and Cinema Junkie podcast host Beth Accomando returns to host the 19th annual Flicks on the Bricks series. This year, she has chosen four timeless comedies celebrating witty women.
Popcorn is included with your ticket. Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available for purchase. Plus, enjoy weekly trivia and prizes throughout the series. Join the Athenaeum for its 19th year of hot summer fun!
Cast: starring Norma Shearer, Robert Montgomery, Reginald Denny; director,
Sidney Franklin; writer, Noël Coward
Runtime: 1 hr. 24 min.
Tagline: THEY FOUGHT LIKE WILD-CATS! BUT COOED LIKE TURTLE DOVES!
A divorced couple, each honeymooning with a new mate, unexpectedly meet each other in adjoining suites and rekindle their love (and hate).
Memorable Quote: Elyot: “Certain women should be struck regularly, like gongs.”
Fun Trivia: Robert Montgomery was accidentally knocked unconscious during the fight scene with Norma Shearer.
Genre: Comedy
INDIVIDUAL FILMS:
$22 member / $27 nonmember
SERIES OF 4 FILMS:
$80 member / $100 nonmember
The films will be shown in person and outdoors on the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library patio. There are no physical tickets for these events. Your name will be on an attendee list at the front door. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. Priority seating will be given to Donor level members and above.
Ticket Confirmation Notice:
Your reservation is not complete until you receive an email confirmation. If you do not receive a confirmation email, your tickets have not been reserved. Please check your inbox and spam/junk folder or contact us at info@ljathenaeum.org or (858) 454-5872 to ensure your booking is finalized.
Thank you!