![]() ![]() As an institution of access and excellence, UTSA embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property - for Texas, the nation and the world. The University of Texas at San Antonio is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. The Information Center accepts VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover, cash, UTSACard and personal checks with ID. The passes are available at the UC Information Center next to the Events Management and Conference Services office. Passes are not redeemable for cash or events designated "special engagement." Other Santikos theaters accepting the SuperSaver pass include the Mayan Palace, Embassy 14, Northwest 14 and Bijou Cinema Bistro.Īdditionally, users can upgrade SuperSaver passes to an IMAX movie for $4 extra or to a 3-D film for $2.50. Santikos theaters closest to UTSA include the Palladium at The Rim and the Silverado 16 at Loop 1604 and Bandera Road. The Santikos SuperSaver passes do not expire and can be exchanged at any Santikos box office for an "admit one" ticket, based on availability. "Whether they are purchased for personal use or for student or departmental giveaways, our new Santikos SuperSaver passes provide a great value to everyone at UTSA," said Angela Hicks, information center retail manager. The University Center information center at the Main Campus offers $9.50 tickets for evening showings at the discounted price of $6.50. 24, 2010)-As a new service, UTSA students, faculty and staff can purchase discounted tickets valid at all Santikos movie theaters. Read the full story on San Antonio Business Journal.Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications, University Center ![]() “There are some other prospects,” de Leon said, noting that those talks are ongoing.Įditor’s note: This story was published through a partnership between KSAT and the San Antonio Business Journal. The city’s mayor says there is interest in the theater site. That deal was inspired in large part by the city’s interest in helping ensure a viable future for one of its more important properties. In November, Balcones Heights purchased a nearly 46% ownership stake in Wonderland, a deal it had pursued for several months with the mall’s major stakeholder group, led by managing partner Sid Weiss. That venue eventually closed as the mall later added the larger, multiscreen theater acquired by Santikos nearly two decades ago. The mall has had a movie presence since the 1960s when it was home to Wonderland Theater. ![]() It wasn’t financially sustainable, Handren said. Santikos tried to fill in the gap with other first-run movies. “We had a lease renewal coming up,” Handren said, noting that theaters reliant on art films especially are having a tougher time post-pandemic. Santikos CEO Tim Handren said a dearth of new films that fit the Bijou’s arthouse niche didn’t help. Multiple factors likely contributed to the decline, including the pandemic and the challenge malls have faced even before COVID-19 in attracting customers. Santikos saw its business shrink at Bijou. “We did know that that was their plan,” Balcones Heights Mayor Suzanne de Leon said. ![]() Balcones Heights officials, however, were bracing for the closure.Īnd while Santikos’ exit is a loss for the city, its leaders are already pursuing potential new uses for one of the landmark anchors of the more-than-60-year-old Wonderland of the Americas mall. SAN ANTONIO – Moviegoers were caught by surprise this week when Santikos Entertainment posted a note on Bijou Cinema Bistro’s front door indicating the company planned to shutter the movie theater. ![]()
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