In 2002, Amy McNutt elevated the vegan dining scene in Texas by opening the Spiral Diner and Bakery - an all-vegan restaurant in Fort Worth that soon expanded to Dallas. Amy is now poised to make history again by opening the world's first vegan movie theater with her filmmaker husband, James Johnston.
Slated for construction this year, The Citizen Theater will be a twin-screen art house featuring completely cruelty-free concessions. Amy and James aim to select first-run independent and foreign films that movie-goers can enjoy while snacking on the likes of vegan nachos, veggie dogs, and gourmet popcorn. As if that weren't enough, the couple is planning to offer delicious vegan baked goodies and soft-serve, dairy-free ice cream to satisfy sugar cravings!
Amy McNutt and James Johnston deserve two paws up for their efforts to bring culture and a compassionate cinema experience to the heart of Cowtown. Be sure to follow the Citizen Theater for updates, and check out MFA's Vegetarian Dining Campaign for useful tips on making vegan fare available at the movie theaters and restaurants in your own community.
Slated for construction this year, The Citizen Theater will be a twin-screen art house featuring completely cruelty-free concessions. Amy and James aim to select first-run independent and foreign films that movie-goers can enjoy while snacking on the likes of vegan nachos, veggie dogs, and gourmet popcorn. As if that weren't enough, the couple is planning to offer delicious vegan baked goodies and soft-serve, dairy-free ice cream to satisfy sugar cravings!
Amy McNutt and James Johnston deserve two paws up for their efforts to bring culture and a compassionate cinema experience to the heart of Cowtown. Be sure to follow the Citizen Theater for updates, and check out MFA's Vegetarian Dining Campaign for useful tips on making vegan fare available at the movie theaters and restaurants in your own community.
