2013 Schedule of Events
What follows is the FINAL Schedule of Events for CinemaCon 2013.
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- Int’l. Day
Monday April 15 - Monday
April 15 - Tuesday
April 16 - Wednesday
April 17 - Thursday
April 18 - View
Full Week
IMPORTANT: CinemaCon Registration and the “Admit One” Hospitality Lounge will be open on Sunday, April 14th from 2:00pm – 6:00pm in the Roman Ballroom, located on the Promenade Level.
International Day, Monday, April 15
7:30 AM – 7:00 PMLocationRoman Ballroom-Promenade Level |
International Day Registration |
8:00 AM – 9:15 AMLocationPalace Ballrooms I and II-Emperors Level |
International Day BreakfastNote: Program begins promptly at 8:30am Sponsor
International Keynote Addresses
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9:30 AM – 12:45 PMLocationPalace Ballroom III-Emperors Level |
International Seminars: Morning Session“Global Digital Cinema Update”Moderator
“Maximizing Your Theatre’s Efficiency in Today’s Digital World: Frequently Asked Questions”Moderator
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“Driving Incremental Admissions Through Innovative, Personalized and Engaging Communication Techniques”Moderator
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This program will demonstrate how to drive significant additional attendance through using affordable new customer facing marketing tools including dynamic personalized film recommendation and crowd sourced demand systems specifically designed for the cinema. We will also show how you can encourage profitable cinema going through better use of social media and other channels while talking into account the need to talk about the best ever cinema experience and growing choice of content. “Designing the Future of Exhibition: Architecturally Speaking”(Presentations from a select group of leading international theatre architects and circuits detailing the new looks, trends and futuristic feel of tomorrow’s motion picture theatres) Moderator
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12:45 PM – 2:30 PMLocationPalace Ballrooms I and II-Emperors Level |
International Day LunchSponsors:
Award Presentations
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2:30 PM – 3:45 PMLocationPalace Ballroom III-Emperors Level |
International Afternoon Seminar Session“All Eyes on China: An Exhibitor’s Perspective”Introductory Remarks:Peter YF Chan, Greater China Media & Entertainment Leader, Ernst & Young Moderator
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This concludes the programming for International Day. CinemaCon officially kicks-off with a gala opening night event and presentation for all delegates starting at 6:30pm. Click here to continue with Monday’s Schedule of Events.
For International Day Programming on April 15th, click here
Monday, April 15
CinemaCon officially begins for ALL Delegates at 3:00pm with a Special Seminar followed by our Gala Opening Night Studio Presentation in The Colosseum at 6:00pm
6:30 AM – 7:00 AM |
2013 Al Lapidus Memorial Golf Tournament—Anthem Country Club(Buses depart from the Main Entrance, by the fountains, of Caesars Palace with additional departures at 6:45am and 7:00am) |
7:30 AM – 7:00 PMLocationRoman Ballroom-Promenade Level |
CinemaCon Registration |
10:00 AM – 5:00 PMLocationRoman Ballroom-Promenade Level; Palace Ballroom Foyer-Emperors Level (new location for 2013) |
"Admit One" Hospitality Lounge AreasNetworking, meeting and socializing play an important role at CinemaCon. Throughout the week, Allure Global Solutions and Doremi invite all registered attendees to visit their “Admit One” Hospitality Lounges. Sponsor
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3:00 PM – 5:00 PMLocationPalace Ballrooms I and II-Emperors Level |
Seminar“The Disney Institute’s Approach to Quality Customer Service“(This program is an all-new follow-up to last April’s informative and well-received presentation.) Facilitator
The Walt Disney Company has never lost sight of its Founder’s edict: “Give the public everything you can give them”, which is why this leading entertainment company strives to exceed customer expectations every day. For more than 80 years this singular pursuit of excellence in delivering consistent quality service has earned the Disney organization a world-renowned reputation and ongoing business success. Uncover some of the secrets behind the Disney service culture and processes. In this program, you will examine the time-tested model for delivering world-class guest service and discover how attention to detail creates a consistent, successful environment for both employees and customers. You can then use these ideas to transform and improve your own organization’s delivery of quality service. |
3:15 PM – 5:00 PM |
Special Off-Premise Technology Demonstration(Brenden Theatres at The Palms-Shuttle bus service starts at 2:45pm and follows the schedule below) “Second Screen Live: Using Interactive Technology to Encourage Repeat Moviegoers”Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures presents an all-new theatrical experience: Disney Second Screen Live, an interactive version of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas that allows guests to play or sing along with the movie in real-time using their iPads, enabling them to experience this fan-favorite film in a fresh, interactive way. Each guest or group of guests should bring their own iPad and install the application ahead of time. Observers are welcome. Note: Continuous shuttle bus service between Caesars Palace and Brenden Theatres will run from 2:45pm – 3:00pm. Buses will return to Caesars starting at 4:15pm with the last bus returning at 5:15pm. ***Please download and install The Nightmare Before Christmas-Second Screen Live app to your iPad BEFORE you arrive at the theatre http://ddsns.bydeluxe.com/nightmaressl (Buses depart from the “Colosseum Bus Loading Area” located to the left of the Celine/Elton/Shania show store on the Casino Level) |
5:00 PM – 5:30 PMLocationPalace Ballroom Foyer-Emperors Level |
Welcome To CinemaCon 2013: A Pre-Opening ReceptionCinemaCon and NATO invite all delegates to a special reception. Join your friends and colleagues as we celebrate the beginning of what we know will be a great week for the industry. |
6:00 PM – 8:45 PMLocationThe Colosseum-Casino Level |
CinemaCon 2013 Off and Running: Gala Opening Night Presentation by Paramount PicturesParamount Pictures Gets CinemaCon Off to an Exciting Start with an Exclusive Presentation Highlighting its 2013 Films (complete with stars, filmmakers and surprises) Followed by the First All-Industry Screening of Michael Bay’s “Pain & Gain”From acclaimed director Michael Bay comes Pain & Gain, a new action comedy starring Mark Wahlberg, Dwayne Johnson, Anthony Mackie and Rebel Wilson. Based on the unbelievable true story of a group of personal trainers in 1990s Miami who, in pursuit of the American Dream, get caught up in a criminal enterprise that goes horribly wrong. |
9:00 PM – 10:30 PMLocationOctavius Ballroom-Promenade Level |
CinemaCon Opening Night PartyWhen the thrills in the theater conclude, the fun continues, as Paramount Pictures, in conjunction with Christie and IMAX Corporation, hosts the Opening Night Dinner Party of CinemaCon 2013. Sponsors:
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Tuesday, April 16
7:00 AM – 6:00 PMLocationRoman Ballroom-Promenade Level |
CinemaCon Registration |
7:30 AM – 9:15 AMLocationPalace Ballrooms-Emperors Level |
All-Industry Breakfast and Special Program(Note: Program begins promptly at 8:00am) Sponsors
Award Presentations
Special Program
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9:30 AM – 11:45 AMLocationThe Colosseum-Casino Level |
"The State of the Industry: Past, Present and Future" and Major Studio Presentation(program includes a special presentation from Universal Pictures) Welcome RemarksDave Hollis, Executive Vice President, Theatrical Exhibition Sales & Distribution, Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures DLP Cinema Presents“A Record Setting Year: A Salute to the Top Grossing Films of 2012” 2013 NATO Marquee Award Presentation
Industry Addresses
Industry Recognition
Studio PresentationUniversal Pictures Invites You to a Special Presentation Featuring Exclusive Footage From Its Upcoming Slate
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10:00 AM – 4:00 PMLocationRoman Ballroom-Promenade Level; Palace Ballroom Foyer-Emperors Level (new location for 2013) |
"Admit One" Hospitality Lounge AreasSponsor
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10:00 AM – 3:30 PMLocationMilano Ballroom III-Promenade Level |
Will Rogers Health Fair |
11:30 AM – 5:00 PMLocationForum Ballroom-Pool Level; Augustus Ballroom-Emperors Level, and Milano Ballrooms-Promenade Level |
Grand Opening: 2013 CinemaCon Trade Show and Suites with Lunch Served(Lunch will be available on each trade show and suite level from 12:30pm – 2:00pm) Sponsors
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4:30 PM – 6:00 PMLocationThe Colosseum-Casino Level |
Warner Bros. Pictures Invites You to "The Big Picture", an Exclusive Presentation Highlighting the Summer of 2013 and BeyondJeff Robinov, President, Warner Bros. Picture Group |
7:00 PM – 8:30 PMLocationPURE Nightclub-Casino Level |
"The Heat is On" Party and ReceptionDolby Laboratories, in association with 20th Century Fox, invites you to eat, drink and dance at this fun-filled dinner party at PURE Nightclub. All to be followed by a special screening of 20th Century Fox’s “The Heat” in Dolby Atmos. Sponsor
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8:45 PM – 10:45 PMLocationThe Colosseum-Casino Level |
20th Century Fox Invites You to a Special Advance Screening of "The Heat"Uptight FBI Special Agent Sarah Ashburn (Sandra Bullock) and foul-mouthed Boston cop Shannon Mullins (Melissa McCarthy) couldn’t be more incompatible. But when they join forces to bring down a ruthless drug lord, they become the last thing anyone expected: buddies. From director Paul Feig (Bridesmaids). |
Wednesday, April 17
7:30 AM – 6:00 PMLocationRoman Ballroom-Promenade Level |
CinemaCon Registration |
7:30 AM – 9:00 AMLocationPalace Foyer-Emperors Level |
Continental BreakfastEvent Sponsor:
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8:00 AM – 8:45 AMLocationMilano Ballroom VI-Promenade Level |
"Closed Captioning/Descriptive Audio For Today's Theaters"Moderator
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The ability of theaters to offer closed captioning and descriptive audio continues to be a major initiative of NATO. This seminar will provide a general update on captioning issues, legislation/litigation, consumer reaction and an update on the supply of movies and trailers. On hand will be three major manufacturers of these new technologies, who will give an update on their respective systems. Following this program, attendees are invited to visit each manufacturer on the CinemaCon Trade Show Floor for a firsthand demonstration. |
8:00 AM – 8:45 AMLocationPompeian Ballroom IV-Promenade Level |
"Gift Cards Are Changing–Are You Ready?"Presenter:
Vantiv is one of the industry’s leading integrated providers of payment processing strategies and advanced technology solutions for businesses and financial institutions. During this program, Vantiv will discuss the changing landscape of Gift Cards. Topics covered will include mobile, virtual, wallet and social gifting to name a few. Discover the next big thing in the world of Gift Cards. |
9:00 AM – 10:15 AMLocationPalace Ballroom I-Emperors Level |
"An Industry Think Tank 2.0: Meeting the Expectations of Today's Savvy Moviegoer"Moderator
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9:00 AM – 10:15 AMLocationPalace Ballroom II-Emperors Level |
"Issues That Keep Concessionaires Up All Night"An interactive session with an outstanding panel of industry professionals which will address topics of interest including NYC drink size restrictions, menu board labeling, and restrictions on toy prizes with kid’s meals, and trends in food, beverage, nutrition and labeling issues. Moderator
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9:00 AM – 5:00 PMLocationForum Ballroom-Pool Level; Augustus Ballroom-Emperors Level, and Milano Ballrooms-Promenade Level |
CinemaCon Trade Show and Corporate Suites |
10:00 AM – 2:00 PMLocationMilano Ballroom III |
Will Rogers Health Fair |
10:00 AM – 4:00 PMLocationRoman Ballroom-Promenade Level; Palace Ballroom Foyer-Emperors Level (new location for 2013) |
"Admit One" Hospitality Lounge AreasSponsor
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10:30 AM – 12:30 PMLocationThe Colosseum-Casino Level |
The Walt Disney Studios Invites You to an Exclusive Presentation Highlighting the Summer of 2013-Including a Special Screening of Disney-Pixar's "Monsters University"Screaming with laughter and oozing with heart, Disney-Pixar’s Monsters University, the eagerly anticipated prequel to Monsters, Inc., tells the story of how Mike and Sulley meet in college, and once again features the voice talents of Billy Crystal and John Goodman. The film is directed by Dan Scanlon (Cars, Mater and the Ghostlight, Tracy) produced by Kori Rae (Up, The Incredibles, Monsters, Inc.) and features music from Rock-and-Roll-Hall-of-Fame inductee and award winning composer Randy Newman (Monsters, Inc., Toy Story 3). |
12:45 PM – 2:30 PMLocationOctavius Ballroom-Promenade Level |
Filmmakers' Roundtable and Luncheon“Frankly Speaking: The Ever-Changing World of Filmmaking Today, Tomorrow and Beyond”(An in-depth roundtable discussion with today’s leading and groundbreaking filmmakers) Moderator:
Distinguished Panel of Filmmakers
Sponsors
Award Presentation“RealD Innovation in 3D Award” presented to Sam Raimi |
3:15 PM – 4:15 PMLocationCinemark’s Century 16 South Point Theatre |
Off-Premise Presentation from BarcoBuses load between 2:15pm – 2:45pm and return at conclusion of demonstration. Limited Seating. Please arrive promptly to ensure access. “3D Immersive Cinema Sound: An Open Standards Approach”Barco hosts a panel discussion featuring several industry leaders, followed by a 3D cinema sound demonstration highlighting an open standards sound mix using Auro 11.1 by Barco. This event is designed to help studios and exhibitors understand the benefits of an open standards approach for the cinema sound landscape in order to reap the rewards of the latest 3D cinema audio technologies.
(Buses depart from the “Colosseum Bus Loading Area” located to the left of the Celine/Elton/Shania show store on the Casino Level) |
4:30 PM – 5:30 PMLocationThe Colosseum-Casino Level |
Sony Pictures Entertainment Invites You To a Pre-Event Cocktail Reception at The Colosseum |
5:45 PM – 7:00 PMLocationThe Colosseum-Casino Level |
Sony Pictures Entertainment Invites You to an Exclusive Product Presentation Highlighting its 2013 Films |
7:45 PM – 10:00 PMLocationOctavius Ballroom-Promenade Level |
"2013 Pioneer of the Year Dinner"The Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation Proudly Bestows its 2013 “Pioneer of the Year” Award on Kathleen Kennedy, President, Lucasfilm Sponsors
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10:15 PM – 12:30 AM |
CinemaCon Off–Premises Late Night ScreeningCBS Films Invites You to an Advance Screening of “The To Do List” at the Cinemark Orleans 18 Theatre Complex(note the following time schedule for the evening) |
10:15 PM – 10:35 PM |
Buses depart Caesars Palace for Cinemark Orleans 18 Theatre Complex(Buses leave from the “Colosseum Bus Loading Area” located just to the left of the Celine/Elton/Shania show store on the Casino Level) |
10:45 PM – 12:30 AM |
CBS Films Presents "The To Do List"Join the cast from the film for a late night screening! “The To Do List” is a comedy about close friends and a special summer project, loosely inspired by the real-life adventures of first-time writer/director Maggie Carey. The film features an all-star comedy cast including Aubrey Plaza, Johnny Simmons, Bill Hader, Alia Shawkat, Sarah Steele, Rachel Bilson, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Donald Glover, Scott Porter, Andy Samberg, Connie Britton and Clark Gregg. (Buses will return to Caesars Palace at the conclusion of the screening) |
Thursday, April 18
8:00 AM – 5:00 PMLocationRoman Ballroom-Promenade Level |
CinemaCon Registration |
8:45 AM – 10:00 AMLocationPalace Ballroom II |
"Motion Picture Theatre Showmanship: Long May It Live!"Moderator
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8:50 AM – 10:00 AMLocationPalace Ballroom III |
"Ask the Experts: An ICTA Presentation"With the industry witnessing the greatest transformation in its history, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) has pulled together an international panel of experts to address questions about all aspects of the motion picture theatre industry including Digital, 3D, new technologies such as High Frame Rates, Lasers, Alternative Content, The Cinema of the Future and Immersive Sound. Moderator:
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9:00 AM – 12:30 PMLocationForum Ballroom-Pool Level; Augustus Ballroom-Emperors Level; and Milano and Neopolitan Ballrooms-Promenade Level |
Continental Breakfast at the Trade Show and Corporate SuitesEvent Sponsor:
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9:00 AM – 12:30 PMLocationPompeian Ballroom I-Promenade Level |
Will Rogers Health Fair |
10:30 AM – 12:15 PMLocationThe Colosseum-Casino Level |
20th Century Fox Invites You to a Special Product Presentation Highlighting its Summer of 2013 Release Schedule and Beyond
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10:30 AM – 3:00 PMLocationRoman Ballroom-Promenade Level; Palace Ballroom Foyer-Emperors Level (new location for 2013) |
"Admit One" Hospitality Lounge AreasSponsor
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12:30 PM – 2:15 PMLocationOctavius Ballroom-Promenade Level |
Final Day Luncheon and Special Program“Driving Financial Success: Women + Movies = Bigger Box Office”Moderator:
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Sponsor
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2:30 PM – 4:30 PMLocationThe Colosseum-Casino Level |
Lionsgate Invites You To An Exclusive Product Presentation Highlighting Its 2013 Release Schedule Featuring Several Special Guests
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7:30 PM – 9:00 PMLocationThe Colosseum-Casino Level |
CinemaCon 2013 Final Night Events
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9:00 PM – 11:00 PMLocationCaesars Palace Pool of the Gods |
Gala Final Night Poolside Party and Special Entertainment, Hosted by The Coca-Cola CompanyThe Coca-Cola Company joins the industry in celebrating the moviegoing experience and the conclusion of CinemaCon 2013. Join us at Caesars Palace Pool of the gods for an evening of fun, great food and tonight’s featured entertainment: |
