Virginia Welcomes Large-Scale Entertainment Complex

FREDERICKSBURG, Va., April 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Spotsylvania Town Centre has a new neighbor, and the neighborhood is taking notice.  A joint venture between Muvico Village 12 and Splitsville Luxury Lanes and Dinner Lounge has resulted in one of the largest and most unique entertainment complexes in the region. The Muvico component features dramatic design, 12-screens, 2,800 seats (including 300 Premier VIP seats), all-stadium seating and the first theater with all-digital/Sony 4k projectors in Virginia.  The Splitsville side incorporates 16 full-sized bowling lanes, 250 dining seats, four billiard tables, upscale bars, a dance floor and a full-service kitchen featuring fresh rolled sushi, hand-tossed pizzas, gourmet sliders and signature entrees.  

"The people of Fredericksburg and the neighboring towns have made known their desire for more sophisticated offerings, as can be seen by the newest retail and restaurant openings at the Village at Spotsylvania Towne Centre such as cosmetics giant Sephora.  We noticed a similar demand when we opened the Muvico Egyptian in Baltimore in 2000, which went on to become the most popular movie theatre in the country," explains Mike Whalen, CEO of Paragon Theaters, the entity behind this Muvico. "Splitsville is about having fun!  From bowling and dinner to drinks and dancing, Splitsville gives people permission to have fun, with or without picking up a ball," says Splitsville co-founder, Guy Revelle.

The 75,000 square foot multiplex will also feature four 3D screens – the most in the region, and three "balcony" theatres with 70-foot floor to ceiling screens and lush "premiere" seats.  The Premier theaters are for 21-and over guests and include access to the private Chatterbox Lounge. Muvico will have ample concession areas including a full "lounge menu" to complement the Premier theater experience.  The Splitsville menu was created by Tim Cushman who was selected as one of Food & Wine magazine's "2008 – Best New Chefs". Muvico and Splitsville promise high-quality, fresh ingredients that will far exceed the offerings of the traditional bowling or movie fare.

"We are thrilled to bring in a fully-integrated, modern entertainment experience for people of all ages, with amenities that have not been available in the Fredericksburg movie market thus far," exclaims Whalen.   Revelle continues, "Muvico and Splitsville are preferred locations for events of all types for all ages.  We can accommodate everything from children's birthday parties to VIP theater rentals, from corporate team building presentations to Hollywood premier showings.  In addition, Muvico and Splitsville are now accredited locations for educational films that provide great venues for college courses, day camps and school field trips.  

A "sneak-peak" of the theatre will take place April 21^st-May 2^nd with the concert film, "Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3D." Beginning April 27^th, the bowling alley will be open to the public and on May 3^rd and 4^th, the theatre will show Hollywood favorites for $1; all proceeds to be donated to charity.  This will lead into the grand opening the weekend of May 7^th with a full schedule of the newest blockbuster hits.

One of the most intriguing elements of this new venue may be its premier club, The Chatterbox Lounge.  Legend has it that "the Box" was founded during the Civil War as a "secret place" where soldiers from both sides could come together. The Chatterbox will be available for Premier theater guests as well as its members, and offers single malt scotches, single barrel bourbons, fine wines, outstanding martinis and delectable bites.

Visit www.village12.com or call 540.785.BOWL (2695) for more information or [email protected] for special events.

SOURCE Muviville