McG Reopening The Lido Theater As New Operator Ahead Of Newport Beach Film Festival
With nearly a quarter of a century in Hollywood, McG is returning to his Newport Beach roots.
The Uglies director’s River Jetty Restaurant Group has been tapped as the new operator of The Lido Theater as it reopens following a restoration to its original Art Deco design, just in time to host screenings for next month’s 25th Newport Beach Film Festival.
“I grew up in Newport Beach and have a lot of great memories of The Lido,” said McG in a statement. “It’s one of the coolest things about Newport, and I love the idea of giving back to the community by bringing in eclectic new programming. I’m excited to help usher in a new era of entertainment at The Lido, especially now that it’s been restored and is more beautiful than ever.”
Born in Michigan, McG (real name Joseph McGinty Nichol) grew up in Newport Beach,...
The Uglies director’s River Jetty Restaurant Group has been tapped as the new operator of The Lido Theater as it reopens following a restoration to its original Art Deco design, just in time to host screenings for next month’s 25th Newport Beach Film Festival.
“I grew up in Newport Beach and have a lot of great memories of The Lido,” said McG in a statement. “It’s one of the coolest things about Newport, and I love the idea of giving back to the community by bringing in eclectic new programming. I’m excited to help usher in a new era of entertainment at The Lido, especially now that it’s been restored and is more beautiful than ever.”
Born in Michigan, McG (real name Joseph McGinty Nichol) grew up in Newport Beach,...
- 9/25/2024
- by Glenn Garner
- Deadline Film + TV
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