Sag Harbor Cinema Arts Center

What Sag Harbor Cinema Arts Center does

Sag Harbor Cinema Arts Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit cinema and arts center located at 90 Main Street, Sag Harbor, NY. Reopened in June 2021 after a 2016 fire and subsequent 2020 reconstruction, the venue operates a triplex theater with a combined 362 seats across Cinema 1 (227 seats), Cinema 2 (97 seats), and Cinema 3 (38 seats). It serves the Hamptons community by screening first-run, independent, classic, and repertory film programming alongside live events and cultural programming.

The facility is equipped with Dolby 7.1 + ATMOS sound and 4K digital projection via GDC across all three auditoriums, and retains 35mm and 16mm film projection capability through Kinoton and Kinoplex systems, supporting its preservation mission. Programming is anchored by the Festival of Preservation developed in partnership with Martin Scorsese, and includes the "Summer Noir" series, the "Bright Lights" big-band silent film program, and a year-round calendar of curated film series. The center is led by Artistic Director Giulia D'Agnolo Vallan and Executive Director Mark Lubell (appointed April 2026).

Revenue is generated through a diversified mix of ticket sales, tiered memberships ($25-$500), venue rentals (Cinema 1 at $2,000/hr and Cinema 2 at $1,000/hr), concessions and bar operations (The Green Room), and philanthropic support including individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, New York State Council on the Arts, and Congressionally Directed funding secured via Senator Schumer. A branded partnership with Kidd Squid Brewing Co. produces "Sag Harbor Lager," and the organization works with six community partner organizations to broaden its programmatic reach.

Name

Sag Harbor Cinema Arts Center

Legal name

Sag Harbor Cinema

Website

https://sagharborcinema.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Sag Harbor Cinema Arts Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit triplex cinema and arts center in Sag Harbor, NY, screening first-run, independent, classic, and repertory films for the Hamptons community, supported by memberships, rentals, concessions, and philanthropic grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Independent Cinema and Arts Center

NAICS

Motion Picture Theaters (except Drive-Ins) (512131), Motion Picture and Video Exhibition (51213)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture Theaters (7830)

akta.pro primary industry

Independent & Art-house Cinemas (MPADAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Private Screenings & Venue Rentals (Corporate, Parties) (MPADAKAJ), Performing Arts Centers & Presenters (Programming/Booking) (MPAGABAM), Alternative Content Exhibition (Live Broadcasts, Concert Films, Sports, Opera) (MPADAKAG)

Keywords

• Arthouse cinema exhibition
• Film education programs
• Cinema venue rentals
• Nonprofit arts center
• Film preservation festivals

Headquarters

HQ city

Sag Harbor

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Revenue from standard, senior, and youth ticket sales for movie screenings across three auditoriums
2. Membership Subscriptions: Annual memberships ranging from $25 (student) to $500 (Friend), with $10 member ticket pricing and merchandise discounts
3. Venue Rentals: Cinema and space rentals for private/corporate events, screenings, meetings, and fundraisers - Cinema 1 at $2000/hr, Cinema 2 at $1000/hr
4. Bar & Concessions: The Green Room rooftop bar and terrace generates revenue from food and beverage sales
5. Donations & Fundraising: Charitable contributions from donors, annual benefit events, poker tournament/casino night events, and sponsorship programs
6. Naming Opportunities: Revenue from naming seats, sections, elevator, and other areas of the theater

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Sag Harbor Cinema Arts Center is a non-profit triplex movie theater that exhibits new releases, arthouse films, classic restorations, and curated series (Summer Noir, Kids and Families Matinees) across three auditoriums equipped with Dolby ATMOS, 4K digital, 35mm, and 16mm projection. Beyond screenings, the cinema delivers film education programs for K-12 and college students, hosts the annual Martin Scorsese-presented Festival of Preservation, operates The Green Room rooftop bar and terrace, and rents its facilities for private and corporate events. Revenue is supplemented by tiered memberships, donations, grants, and naming opportunities that fund the non-profit mission.

Product overview

Sag Harbor Cinema Arts Center is a community-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization operating a state-of-the-art triplex cinema with three theaters (227, 97, and 38 seats respectively) featuring 4K digital projection, Dolby 7.1 + ATMOS surround sound, and 35mm/16mm film capabilities. The organization offers a portfolio of cinema and community services centered around its core film screening and programming business. Film offerings include new releases, classic retrospectives, special series (Summer Noir, Kids and Families Matinees), and the annual Sag Harbor Cinema Festival of Preservation presented in partnership with Martin Scorsese. Ancillary offerings include The Green Room bar and rooftop terrace, venue rentals for private/corporate events, tiered membership programs (Individual, Dual, Family, Friend, Senior, Student), the exclusive Directors' Circle, education programs (Summer Filmmaking Workshop, Stop Motion Animation, School Visits), community outreach (Lighthouse Project, Projections series), and special events including the Annual Benefit gala. The venue provides technology-equipped spaces for rental including three cinemas, Rosenberg Workspace, Farkas Terrace, and The Lounge.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sag Harbor Cinema Triplex (Cinema Facility) A state-of-the-art triplex movie theater with three separate auditoriums (227, 97, and 38 seats) in Sag Harbor, NY, featuring Dolby 7.1 + ATMOS Surround Sound, 4K digital projection, 35mm and 16mm film projection, and dedicated ultra-violet ionizing HVAC systems. Available for film screenings, private and corporate event rentals, and film preservation programming.
• Film Screenings and Programming Year-round curated film programming including new releases, classic retrospectives, special series (Summer Noir, Kids and Families Matinees), Q&As with filmmakers and industry guests, and special screenings with director introductions. Open to the public with tickets priced $14-$18.55.
• Sag Harbor Cinema Festival of Preservation Annual multi-day film preservation festival featuring restorations, rarities, and rediscoveries, with Q&As with archivists, historians, collectors, and filmmakers. Presented in partnership with Martin Scorsese.
• Education Programs Educational initiatives including Summer Filmmaking Workshop (grades 9-12), Stop Motion Animation Workshops (grades K-5), School Visits and Curriculum (grades K-12), Lighthouse Project (mental health awareness), and the Projections community outreach series. Available to K-12 and college students, families, and educators.
• The Green Room Bar and Rooftop Terrace Third-floor bar and rooftop terrace with views of the bay and village. Offers cocktails, beverages, and bar menu. Hosts special events including Sip n Sing nights, drag shows, and live music. Open daily at 4pm, 21+ only. Also available for private rentals.
• Venue Rentals Rental of cinema spaces for private and corporate events, screenings, meetings, and fundraisers. Includes Cinema 1 ($2,000/hr), Cinema 2 ($1,000/hr), Cinema 3 (variable), Rosenberg Workspace, Farkas Terrace, and The Lounge. Reduced rates for local schools, non-profits, and government groups.
• Membership Programs Tiered annual memberships including Individual ($120), Dual ($240), Family ($250), Friend ($500), Senior ($75), Student ($25), People with Disabilities, and free memberships for First Responders/Active Military/Veterans. Benefits include $10 member tickets, merchandise discounts, exclusive event invites, and member pre-sales.
• Annual Benefit Gala Annual fundraising gala featuring cocktails at sunset, sit-down dinner, silent and live auction, and beach bonfire. Honors significant figures in cinema (2026 honoree: Bob Shaye, Founder of New Line Cinema). Celebrates milestone programming achievements.
• Naming Opportunities Commemorative naming opportunities for seats and theater sections including Main Floor Gallery, Elevator, Theater 2 and 3 seats, and The Green Room Seats, allowing supporters to honor special occasions or loved ones.

Quantifiable outcome

• Community Access Program provides free tickets to 6+ local organizations serving children and families
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered major funder, program supporter, community partner, honorary, flagship and community.

• National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)major funderOthersFederal arts agency providing funding support for Sag Harbor Cinema's programming and operations.
• New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA)major funderOthersState arts council supporting Sag Harbor Cinema's programming and capital improvements with support from the Office of the Governor and New York State Legislature.
• SHS Foundationprogram supporterOthersFoundation providing co-presented support for Summer Noir series and The Abyss screenings.
• Kidd Squid Brewing Co.community partnerGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal brewery creating Sag Harbor Lager with 10% of all sales donated to the cinema. Joint brand promotion supporting two local institutions.
• Bob Shaye / New Line CinemahonoraryOthersBob Shaye, founder of New Line Cinema, being honored at 2026 Annual Benefit celebrating five years of Sag Harbor Cinema programming.
• Martin ScorseseflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMartin Scorsese presents: Sag Harbor Cinema Festival of Preservation, the cinema's signature annual event dedicated to film preservation.
• Various SponsorscommunityGTM or Marketing PartnerMultiple sponsor tiers: Supporting Sponsors (Twin Forks Storage, BrandHarbor, Summer Hill, Citizens Bank), Continuing Sponsors (Fiduciary Trust), Maintaining Sponsors (KPASA, Provisions, Wolffer Estate, Digital Culture, CS Cleaning), Collaborating Sponsors (Twomey and Latham, Awning Company, WLIW-FM, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, etc.), Main Street Sponsors (Almond Restaurant, Harbor Market, Cordova Painting, Dime, Channing Daughters, Dragon Hemp, WHARF SHOP, Stars Cafe).

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• IFC Center: Independent arthouse cinema in Greenwich Village, NYC, programming indie and repertory films, including the Strand Releasing-distributed slate. Comparable mid-sized urban arthouse operating model to Sag Harbor's triplex.
• Metrograph: Premium arthouse cinema and restaurant/retail concept in NYC's Lower East Side, offering curated new and repertory programming with associated food and beverage revenue — a directly comparable model to Sag Harbor's cinema-plus-Green-Room concept.
• Quad Cinema: Four-screen arthouse cinema in NYC re-launched under new independent ownership, offering curated indie and repertory programming. Closely comparable multi-screen independent cinema model in a comparable market context.
• Angelika Film Center: Iconic arthouse cinema chain in NYC (and select markets) specializing in independent and foreign film exhibition. Closely comparable arthouse exhibition model and target audience to Sag Harbor Cinema.
• Jacob Burns Film Center: Non-profit arthouse cinema and education center in Westchester County, NY, with multiple screens and a robust education mission. Explicitly cited by Sag Harbor Cinema's stewards as a model during the post-fire reconstruction planning, making it the closest architectural and programmatic peer.
• Coolidge Corner Theatre: Non-profit arthouse cinema and cultural center in Brookline, MA, with multiple screens, robust education programming, and a membership model — a directly comparable non-profit triplex with similar education-and-exhibition mix.
• Film Forum: Non-profit arthouse cinema in Greenwich Village, NYC, programming new releases, repertory, and filmmaker Q&As — a direct comparison point for Sag Harbor's curated programming, especially given Artistic Director Giulia D'Agnolo Vallan's history of programming retrospectives there.

Broad incumbents

• Landmark Theatres: Largest US arthouse cinema chain (recently acquired by Cohen Media Group), offering arthouse and independent film exhibition across multiple cities. Larger incumbent in the same exhibition niche with broader geographic reach but less community/non-profit focus.
• Museum of the Moving Image: NYC museum dedicated to film, television, and digital media with active screening programming and education programs. Sara Meyers (Sag Harbor's Technical Director) previously worked there; comparable exhibition-plus-education mission at larger institutional scale.
• BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music): Major NYC performing arts and film institution operating multiple venues with curated film and event programming. Comparable non-profit cultural institution offering premium AV-equipped venue rentals and tiered membership/donor programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@sagharborcinema/videos
• Instagraminstagram.com/shcgreenroom

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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