Doors at 6:30 pm
Admission: $35pp | OMSI Members Receive 15% off
Kubo and the Two Strings will be returning to the big screen as part of OMSI’s Reel Eats series. A $35 ticket to Reel Eats gets you admission to the largest screen in town as well as a tray full of bite-sized snacks that pair with moments in the film. Join us for an interactive film experience!
PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
6:30 pm | Doors open, pick up your tray of food and find a seat.
7:00 pm| Introduction and event instructions
7:05 pm | Movie: Kubo and the Two Strings (Duration: 1hr 41min | Rating: PG)
ABOUT THE FILM:
A young boy named Kubo must locate a magical suit of armour worn by his late father in order to defeat a vengeful spirit from the past.
ABOUT THE EVENT:
While watching the film, viewers will be prompted to eat certain items as they correlate with a moment on screen. The tasting menu that accompanies the film consists of 6-12 small items such as popcorn, sliders, or fruit skewers. If you wish to purchase beverages or additional food from the Empirical Café prior to the event, please plan on arriving early. The café will be open until 7:00pm for your needs. We are unable to accommodate special dietary restrictions with the tasting menu, though the cafe has a variety of options available. All ages welcome.
TIPS FOR A GREAT EXPERIENCE:
Reel Eats is a unique experience and can be confusing for a first time guest. We want this to be a great experience for everybody so here are some tips from Event Staff:
– Arrive at 6:30pm to grab your food items and find a seat.
– Beverages are not included with the ticket. If you would like to purchase something from the cafe, please consider arriving before 6:30pm.
– There are no previews for this event. Using the bathroom and visiting the cafe before 7pm is recommended.
Questions? Email events@omsi.edu
Ticketing questions call 503.797.4000 x0
Frequently Asked Questions
No, we are unable to accommodate dietary restrictions for this event. We will have a menu available for those that need it which will include ingredients and allergens.
Yes, OMSI’s café will be open serving movie theater snacks and beverages until 7:00pm.
Parking is $2 + fees after 5pm.
We do not play previews before the show. The event will begin around 7pm after the event instructions are given.
Yes! Event Staff would be happy to assist anyone in grabbing their tray of food and helping the guest find a seat. Elevators to the second floor of the theater can be found to the left of the front desk. If you need assistance with your tray of food, please ask for help.
The Empirical Theater has an upper-level wheelchair accessible entrance and theater restrooms; due to the layout of the theater the lower-level main entrance is only accessible by stairs. Please check in with a Guest Services Representative or volunteer for assistance in locating these areas.
Several daytime documentaries and newer evening full-features offer closed captions, audio description, and volume amplification. The CaptiView closed caption units allow guests to see captions for their show by using a cup holder device that they can adjust within their view, and the Fidelio RX audio description units deliver descriptive narration and can also amplify the theater volume and dialogue.
The Showing Today signs updated daily at the front desk and theater entrance indicate which features offer closed captions (CC) and audio description (AD), while volume amplification is available for all theater content including events such as Science Pub and Reel Science.
Limited quantities of the following devices are available for theater guests and may be requested at either the Front Desk or Concierge Desk as well as from the theater usher:
- CaptiView closed caption (CC) viewing devices
- Fidelio RX audio description and volume amplification units
- Williams Sound NKL-001 neck loops designed to work with hearing aids equipped with a telephone coil or T-Switch
The rough inside measurements of the seats not including arm and back rests:
- Theater seats 16.5” wide and 21.5” deep
- Two VIP chairs 21.5” wide and 19” deep
- Additional VIP chair available by request is 23.5” wide and 21.5” deep
- The weight capacity for the VIP chairs are between 200lbs-250lbs
Earplugs can be requested from the Front Desk and Concierge Desk, and sensory resource packs that include:
- Noise reducing headphones
- Fidget toys
- Sunglasses
- Visual and auditory timer
- 2 pound weighted shoulder wrap
- Sanitizing wipes
Please contact OMSI Guest Services at (503) 797-4000 or Info@OMSI.edu with any additional specific questions or needs.
Depending on the menu, there occasionally is a beverage that is for a specific moment in the film. We recommend visiting the cafe before the movie begins or filling up a water bottle at our water refill station by the restrooms.
No, we are unable to sell a ticket at a discounted rate. If you purchase a ticket to the event, you are not required to take or eat the food.