Cinema Arts Centre

The Cinema Arts Centre (CAC) is Long Islands premier, year-round, independent and international film showcase and its leading 501(c)3 not-for-profit community cinema. Located on Long Islands North Shore, the CAC is unique in scope and programming, with three state-of-the-art theaters, including a main theater holding nearly 300 seats. Founded by Vic Skolnick, Charlotte Sky and Dylan Skolnick in 1973, the CAC has nearly 10,000 members and serves approximately 150,000 individuals each year. The CAC offers compelling American and international films, restored classics as well as entertaining popular films, adventurous and cutting edge films and a remarkable array of monthly film series, often coordinated with music, art exhibits, discussions and special receptions. Educational programming includes workshops in screen-writing and filmmaking. Our Film Arts in Education program enhances curriculum for Long Island middle school and high school students. Additionally, we partner wit...