Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of June 2025
Something old, something new at the ByTowne and the Mayfair in the second half of June.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of April 2025
In the second half of April, my recommendations for films at the ByTowne and the Mayfair skew to films from the vault, including an Easter weekend treat for kids. I also recommend three recently released films, including my favourite of 2024.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of March
I was shocked! Shocked when I went through the ByTowne’s and the Mayfair’s calendars for the second half of March and tallied up 24(!) films I wanted to recommend to you. That’s more than I’ve ever recommended in one Magic in the Dark article. I’m positive that you’ll find films that will delight you no matter what your tastes are in cinema.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of February
The Oscar awards ceremony will be on March 2. We have many opportunities to see some of the nominees at the ByTowne and the Mayfair, along with many stellar films from the vault.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of January
We’re well into awards season. We’ve just had the Golden Globes ceremony. The Academy Awards will be on March 2 and bets are being placed. Which films and people will be nominated? Which will take home one or more Oscars? Let’s start with the contenders playing at the ByTowne and the Mayfair in the latter half of January.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of December
There’s an eclectic, pleasing selection of films at the ByTowne and the Mayfair at the tail end of 2024. Find out what the two cinemas are offering in this edition of Magic in the Dark.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of October
As Halloween approaches, there are lots of scary goings-on at the ByTowne and the Mayfair. But I’ll start with some other films that won’t have you hiding under your seat or gripping your companion’s hand until it turns blue.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of August
There are a lot of classic films from the 1960s and 70s on the roster this month, but there are still a few brand-new critically acclaimed movies to see. Check out Barb Popel’s recommendations.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of July
Before her break in August, let’s take a look at Barbara’s recommendations for films in the ByTowne and Mayfair.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of April
April is still delivering new films at the ByTowne and Mayfair cinemas. You’ll find lots to entice you to see films as they’re meant to be seen—on a big screen with a great sound system, enjoying them with a large audience.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of August
Barb Popel shares her picks of the best movies to see at The Bytowne and the Mayfair this month, from the most-recent must-see movies to the must-see classics of another era.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of July 2023
Take a peek at Barb’s movie recommendations for the second half of July. While fewer in quantity, the quality remains just as high!
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the first half of July 2023
Barb Popel picks the best films to see at the ByTowne and Mayfair theatres, celebrating both new notables and big-time classics.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of June 2023
Something old, something new, some violence (actually rather a lot of violence) and some absurd stuff onscreen at the ByTowne and Mayfair in the second half of June.
Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of May 2023
The ByTowne and Mayfair have a feast in store for cinephiles in the next two weeks. Let’s take a look at the menu, shall we?
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