The Queen Is Opening Sandringham Estate as a Drive-in Movie Theater

Dade Hayes Finance EditorWith moviegoing in limbo in key markets like New York and LA, a trio of movie theater boosters see the COVID-19 operating environment staying murky for at least a few more weeks.

Anthony D'Alessandro Editorial Director/Box Office EditorBeing a champion of exhibition, and the first tentpole filmmaker to get movie theaters up and running with Tenet, it should come as no surprise to hear that the movie’s filmmaker Christopher Nolan and his wife, producer Emma Thomas, headed to the multiplex recently in Irvine CA, showing their full support for theaters.

Dave McNary Film ReporterSilicon Valley and Orange County have been cleared by the state of California for indoor movie theaters reopening, joining San Diego County as key California markets to reopen.Mark Ghaly, secretary of California Health and Human Services, announced Tuesday that five counties — Amador, Orange, Placer, Santa Clara (home to Silicon Valley) and Santa Cruz — had been moved from the state’s “purple tier” to a “red tier,” which takes place when COVID-19 rates drop.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip are expected to spend time at their Sandringham estate following their end-of-summer Balmoral stay, according to a new press release from Buckingham Palace. The press release also revealed that Queen Elizabeth could return to Buckingham Palace this year for special audiences and engagements as long as they follow the U.K.'s COVID-19 protocol.

Sandringham Estate, the country retreat of Queen Elizabeth II, will be hosting drive-in movies beginning Sept. 25, featuring a slate of popular and award-winning films shown on a state-of-the-art LED screen.

Jordan Moreau British moviegoers will be able to feel like royalty thanks to a drive-in film series hosted at Queen Elizabeth II’s Sandringham Estate.Starting on Sept. 25, the 20,000-acre private home of Queen Elizabeth and several previous monarchs will screen award-winning movies, like “1917,” “A Star Is Born,” “Bohemian Rhapsody” and more.Sam Mendes’ Oscar-winning war film will kick off the drive-in series at 5 p.m.

The Greatest Showman, A Star is Born, Rocketman, and, appropriately, the Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody.Attendees will be provided with transmitters that will allow the film’s audio to play in their car, while upgrade packages include larger parking spots, deck chairs, a table and popcorn. The Sandringham Estate will also include a pop-up bar featuring soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, popcorn and snacks.Drive-in tickets can be purchased at sandringhamestate.co.uk. Additional events taking place

Alexandra Del Rosario Associate Editor/Nights & WeekendsBritish citizens missing the movie-going can experience films like they’re English royalty, almost. The Sandringham Estate, which has been the private home of her royal majesty Queen Elizabeth and monarchs before her, has opened up to host drive-in movie events.Starting Sept.

Enjoy a movie night in royal style.

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