MOVIE 101** American Express Openair Cinemas announces brand-new waterfront Sydney Location in Pyrmont

AMERICAN EXPRESS OPENAIR CINEMAS ANNOUNCES BRAND-NEW WATERFRONT SYDNEY LOCATION IN PYRMONT

Metcalfe Park, Pyrmont, Sydney– 21^stNovember – 16^thDecember 2019

American Express Openair Cinemas has today revealed a brand-new Sydney location as it adds Pyrmont to its growing international tour program, which now stands at 12 events spanning Australia and New Zealand. The highly anticipated cinema under the stars is bringing more than movies to Pyrmont as the exciting festival program of food, fun and flicks is revealed, with American Express Card Members receiving a range of exclusive benefits.

Ideally located on the water front near The Star, a short walk across the Pyrmont Bridge from Barangaroo and the CBD, it’s an ideal after work destination to unwind, lie back and enjoy all that the outdoor cinema experience has to offer.

FOOD

Purveyors of fine food and authentic Italian cuisine,Salt Meats Cheeseare returning again to cook up a storm. At the helm are Stefano De Blasi and Edoardo Perlo,who will be curating the daily menu of irresistible dishes available throughout the season.  Their renowned antipasti and wood-fired pizzas are sure to delight cinema goers.

DRINKS

Fear not, the refreshments are taken care of too thanks to Pyrmont’s brand-new sustainability focused craft beer partners: Urban Alley Brewery. PIMMSandGiesen Wines.Black Devil Ciderwill also be tickling Pyrmont movie-goers taste buds.

FUN

With more than 20 events happening at Sydney’s Pyrmont, the festival vibes will be in full swing every weekend with an array of alternative entertainment, live music and DJ performances before the latest and greatest feature films light up the big screen.

Ideally located on the water front near Pyrmont Bay ferry terminal, it’s an ideal after work destination to unwind, lie back and enjoy all that the outdoor cinema experience has to offer.

Punters have no need to feel lonesome on their night out,asfilm fanatics and doggy owners are invited to bring their K9 furry friends to any screening (being mindful of films with expected gunfire and explosions).

FLICKS

We’re opening our first ever seasonin Pyrmont with an advance screening of the highly anticipated new Robin Hoodstarring Taron Egerton, Jamie Foxx, Jamie Dornan and Ben Mendelsohn. With Otto Bathurst at the helm, who previously directed episodes of Peaky Blinders and Black Mirror, expect a darkly aesthetic film with beautifully choreographed action scenes.

Pyrmont’s exciting film program is a mix of box office hits and highly anticipated new releases including the critically acclaimed‘A Star is Born’ and‘First Man’, along with fan favourite: Bohemian Rhapsody. Get in the seasonal spirit and kick back with these festive flicks: Love Actually and Elf. You can also discover something different with these program highlights:

• Beautiful Boy, starring Steve Carrell – Sunday 9^thDecember
• Joel Edgerton’s powerful Boy Erasedstaring Nicole Kidman and Russel Crowe– Thursday 13^thDecember

American Express Card Members are invited to relax and enjoy the full VIP cinema experience by purchasing a ticket to the American Express Lounge. Card Members will get comfortable with their own bean bag, a cushion and complimentary blanket hire as well as some tasty treats.  American Express Card Members also enjoy 15% off selected tickets and access to the American Express Garden to enjoy sunset drinks.

Everyone can chillax to the max with a variety of seating options available and add a touch of comfort to a night under the stars with a blanket or lounger which can be hired as part of any ticket package.  Premium tickets to Prime Video Lounge include reserved seating on a comfy bean bag, service straight to you and a glass of wine.

Tickets start at $14 and are on sale now via: openaircinemas.com.au

Pyrmont is just one stop of the Trans-Tasman American Express Openair Cinemas tour, which will go on to captivate audiences in Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide and Perth, as well as Auckland and Christchurch in New Zealand.

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Notes to Editors

For further information, images and interview requests please contact:

Lisa Hollinshead – lisa@openaircinemas.com.au– 0420579386

Listings Information

• Event: American Express Openair Cinemas (Pyrmont)

Venue: Metcalfe Park, Pyrmont, Sydney

Date: 21 Nov – 16 Dec

No of screening: 20

Closed: Mondays

About American Express Openair Cinemas

Make a night of it under the stars at American Express Openair Cinemas. Bringing a season of good times to 10 cities across Australia and New Zealand, experience summer at its best with live music, sunset drinks, food, fun and flicks.

About American Express

American Express is a globally integrated payments company, providing customers with access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build business success.  Learn more at americanexpress.com.au and connect with us on www.facebook.com/americanexpressaustralia, instagram.com/americanexpress, linkedin.com/company/american-express, https://twitter.com/AmexAUand youtube.com/americanexpressau