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Harkins Theatres has opened its newest concept — the Harkins BackLot, which is an all-new family entertainment center at The Shops at Norterra in north Phoenix.
Inspired by the legendary Hollywood studio backlots where movie magic is made, Harkins BackLot features a dynamic mix of fun, food and interactive experiences for the whole family.
“For more than 90 years, Harkins has been dedicated to creating exceptional entertainment experiences,” said Mike Bowers, CEO and president of Harkins Theatres. “With Harkins BackLot, we are expanding that commitment beyond the auditorium to deliver an unrivaled social entertainment destination where guests can celebrate, play and enjoy unforgettable moments with friends and the whole family.”
The BackLot Arena features Arizona’s largest cinema-sized sports screen featuring an epic laser image for an unparalleled sports viewing experience 60+ screens placed throughout the venue to ensure guests never miss a moment from any angle.
A scratch kitchen serving unique and elevated takes on classic dishes that defy sports-bar expectations including the Ahi Tuna Stack, BackLot Philly Cheesesteak and the exclusive Hangover Burger. Call it a wrap with a decadent Overloaded Milkshake or Warm Smores Skillet Brownie.
Indoor-outdoor bar featuring traditional drinks, local brews, select wines and delicious hand-crafted cocktails/mocktails with some surprise twists. The giant show-stopping shareables are a must see.
There are 12 state-of-the-art interactive Spark bowling lanes for immersive gamification, as well as VIP private lane options for parties or private events
Krazy Darts, animated interactive dart lanes, featuring unique, fun and challenging games for all skill levels.
“Bringing people together through entertainment has always been at the heart of what we do,” says Dan Harkins, Owner of Harkins Theatres. “We’re excited to continue that tradition with Harkins BackLot.”
