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Nestled in the heart of Ojai, California—a renowned destination for arts, entertainment, and nature lovers—the Ojai Playhouse is a historic treasure that has stood since 1914 as one of the state’s earliest single-screen cinemas. After a decade-long closure, this cherished landmark was restored and reopened in November 2024, blending state-of-the-art amenities with its enduring charm. The revitalized 200-seat venue now features cutting-edge audio and visual technology, live performance capabilities, and carefully preserved architectural details that honor its century-long legacy. Offering a curated mix of first-run arthouse films, timeless classics, live events, and community gatherings, the Ojai Playhouse serves as a vibrant hub for film, arts, and connection—proudly celebrating Ojai’s rich artistic spirit and cultural heritage for locals and visitors alike
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- The Hollywood Reporter: Ojai Playhouse Relaunches as Awards Season Destination Under New Owner
- Variety: Ojai Playhouse Reopens as State-of-the-Art Coastal Showcase for Oscar Contenders, Revival Films and Live Shows, After 10-Year Closure
- LA Times: 7 new things to do in idyllic Ojai, like roam in an oasis of giant tortoises
- IndieWire: How to Enjoy Paul Thomas Anderson’s New Year’s Movie Marathon at Home
- Wallpaper: 6 essential independent movie theaters to visit in Los Angeles
- Ojai Valley News: Ojai Playhouse added to the National Register of Historic Places
- Vulture: Here’s Paul Thomas Anderson’s New Year’s Day Movie Marathon
- Page Six: Este Haim and Jonathan Levin celebrated nuptials with a movie marathon for pals on New Year’s Day
- NME: Paul Thomas Anderson curated an all-day film marathon for Este Haim’s wedding
- People: Este Haim's Wedding Events Included a Classic Movie Marathon Curated by Director Paul Thomas Anderson
- LA Weekly: Rediscover The Magic Of SoCal’s Historic Theaters
- The Wrap: Joseph Kosinski Talks ‘F1’ Origins, Tech Challenges and Potential Sequel at Wrap Screening Q&A | Video
- Time Out Los Angeles: David Lynch Celebration Weekend at the Ojai Playhouse
- Los Angeles Daily News: Ojai Playhouse announces a weekend celebration of filmmaker David Lynch
- Deuxmoi: Taylor Swift & Stevie Nicks Attend Este Haim’s Ojai Wedding Amid Torrential Rain and A-List Guests
- KCLU: A man's dream comes true, and he shares it with Ojai
- LAist: Best things to do this week in Los Angeles and Southern California: November 10-13
- VC Reporter: Short and Sweet: Ojai Playhouse to showcase Oscar-nominated shorts on March 8
- Santa Barbara Independent: Theater Review | ‘Desert Films’ at the David Lynch Film Festival in Ojai
- Montecito Journal: Ojai Playhouse Reopens After Ten Years
- Montecito Journal: Opening in Ojai
- Ventura County Star: Plan holiday festivities across Ventura County with this event guide
- Ventura County Star: After long sleep, historic Ojai Playhouse relaunches with state-of-the-art bang
- Ventura County Star: See Ojai Playhouse reborn as sleek arthouse venue
- VC Reporter: Happenings: Week of 11/21/24
- Box Office Pro: California’s Historic Ojai Playhouse to Reopen Friday, November 22
- VenuesNow: Ojai movie house Reopens As Live Venue
- Ojai Valley News: Ojai Playhouse marks 1 year of 500-plus movies
- Ojai Valley News: AND ACTION! | Ojai Playhouse to open Nov. 22 | Business
- Artist And Fan: Historic Ojai Playhouse Reopens Friday, November 22 As A Thriving Community Hub For Film, Arts, And Connection After Decade-Long Closure
- KCLU: Historic Ventura County movie theater celebrates its reopening with a film festival
- Ojai Valley News: James Franco draws spectators into Robert Blake’s world in ‘Desert Films’
- Ojai Valley News: Malcolm McDowell to appear in person at Ojai Playhouse for “If….”
- Ojai Valley News: And the Oscars go to … the Ojai Playhouse!
- VC Reporter: Happenings: Week of March 12, 2026