Montclair Movie Theater Reopens After Closing Due To Staff Shortage

MONTCLAIR, NJ — After being forced to temporarily close because of a staff shortage, a popular movie theater in Montclair reopened to the public on Monday.

Last week, The Clairidge on Bloomfield Avenue announced it would be closing until at least Jan. 10 because of “a shortage of available staff” and “out of an abundance of caution” for its patrons and employees.

People with tickets for screenings from Jan. 5 to Jan. 9 were offered a voucher for a future show or a refund.

The theater offered an update on Monday:

“We’re happy to announce that we’re able to safely reopen our doors … We look forward to welcoming you back to The Clairidge this week. Thanks for your patience and we’ll see you at the movies!”

As of Monday, available screenings included “The Tragedy of Macbeth,” “France,” A Hero,” “Nightmare Alley,” “Red Rocket,” “Licorice Pizza,” and “Belfast.” Future screenings will include “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”

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