'Young Frankenstein' Promises Laughs And Chills At Newtown Theatre

NEWTOWN, PA — The Newtown Theatre closes its classic Halloween movie series with a showing of "Young Frankenstein" on Friday night.

The 1974 classic comedy horror, directed by Mel Brooks and starring Gene Wilder, is part of the theatre's "Movies & More" series.

The movie is about the grandson of an infamous scientist who is struggling to prove that his grandfather was not as insane as people believe. His quest takes him to Transylvania, where he discovers the process that reanimates a dead body.

Doors open at 7 p.m. and in the hour leading up to the 8 p.m. screening of the movie, guests will enjoy movie trivia, drink specials, a violinist on the front porch, a “Puttin' on the Ritz” dance-off, and other fun surprises.

Tickets are available at TheNewtownTheatre.com or at the
theatre’s box office starting 30 minutes before showtime (if available). Beer, wine, and canned cocktails will be available for purchase at the theatre before each movie.

The Newtown Theatre is located at 120 N. State Street in Newtown Borough. For more information, visit TheNewtownTheatre.com .