Celebrating Witty Women in Film
Classic Films with Beth Accomando
The Athenaeum’s Flicks on the Bricks outdoor movie series returns this August for its 19th season, hosted by KPBS film critic Beth Accomando. Enjoy four timeless comedies under the stars, celebrating the wit and charm of trailblazing women like Mae West, Norma Shearer, Carole Lombard, and Jean Arthur. Join us for an unforgettable summer of laughter and classic cinema on the patio.
Thursdays, August 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2025
Series tickets for the open-air theater include four memorable films:
She Done Him Wrong (1933), My Man Godfrey (1936), Private Lives (1931), and Easy Living (1937).
Popcorn is included with your ticket. Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available for purchase. Plus, enjoy weekly trivia and prizes throughout the series. Join the Athenaeum for its 19th year of hot summer fun!





