Reading Cinemas at Valley Plaza Mall reveals makeover

Reading Cinemas at the Valley Plaza Mall in Bakersfield, California revealed a major cinema makeover and guest experience improvements. A multi-million-dollar renovation is underway and expected to be finally completed in January 2026. Reading Cinemas is taking the superior IMAX presentation and sound to the next level, by adding to the Reading Cinemas IMAX screen the most comfortable recliner seats offering both a heated seat option and dual controls. Reading Cinemas now has the only IMAX screen featuring recliner seating within 100 miles of Bakersfield, California. Adding to its premium theatrical experiences, Reading Cinemas has converted one of its biggest auditoriums to a TITAN LUXE. All movies shown in TITAN LUXE will be presented with a 4K DLP projector from Barco on a gigantic curved and floating screen measuring 57 feet wide and 32 feet tall. TITAN LUXE will also feature DOLBY ATMOS, am object-oriented audio system where sound flows all around to completely immerse moviegoers in the action. 47.2 discrete audio channels placed throughout the auditorium along with more than 80,000W of amplifier power create a powerfully moving cinema experience. Lastly, to add to the ultimate in comfort while watching a movie, TITAN LUXE also offers guests the most comfortable heated recliner seats in Bakersfield. Reading Cinemas at the Valley Plaza Mall also announced it will roll out its first-ever loyalty program, offering both a free-to-join and a premium membership. Scheduled to launch in December, the program is designed to reward and surprise loyal guests. Additionally, the price of movie tickets in auditoriums with traditional theater seats is dropping to $8 all day for all ages.