It was launched as a public/private partnership between the City of Coral Gables and Magna-Tech Electronic Company in 2006. The 501(c)(3) non-profit status was obtained in 2007. The City, along with the Coral Gables Community Foundation through its Perrin Fund administered by Mayor Don Slesnick, provided the build-out funds for the theater. Major in-kind contributions were made, by a variety of film industry companies, of professional theater equipment and installation services to complete the venue. Many individual donors, members, and entities have also given generously to make the Gables Cinema a reality. Its state-of-the-art auditorium boasts a beautiful 28’x12’ screen, 141 seats, 4K digital projection, reel-to-reel 35mm, 3D, and the only cinema with dedicated 70mm projectors in South Florida. Open 365 days a year, it has become the premier location for film lovers of all types. Gables Cinema Founder is veteran film industry professional, Steven Krams.
