At the Liberty: "Hoppers"

DAYTON — What if you could talk to animals and understand what they’re saying? In Disney and Pixar’s feature film “Hoppers,” scientists have discovered how to “hop” human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals, allowing people to communicate with animals as animals. The adventure introduces Mabel, an animal lover who uses hop technology to uncover mysteries of the animal world beyond anything she could have imagined.  Rated PG for action/peril, some scary images, and mild language, and has a runtime of 105 minutes.

On Rotten Tomatoes, the critics rate the movie it 94%. The critics’ consensus was, “an eager beaver for endearment that has the charm to back it up, ‘Hoppers’ is a sprightly riot that might just be the funniest entry in the Pixar canon yet.” 

An audience member wrote, “Hop, hop, hop to ‘Hoppers’ – a peak return for Pixar that delivers an absurdly cute and jubilant story for kids, adults, and animal lovers alike.”

On Sunday, March 29, at 6 p.m., The Village Players, a community theater group from College Place, brings “The Judge” under the direction of Dan Solis. An Easter season production for general audiences is sponsored by the Dayton Ministerial Association. The performance will follow the Sunday afternoon showing of “Hoppers.” This courtroom drama will last about an hour and is free to the public.  You must reserve your tickets on Eventbrite.  The link is on our website, libertytheater.org, or for more information, call 509-540-7963.

Coming soon, April 17-19 and April 24-26, we are proud to present the 2026 TVAC Variety Show, “Hello, My Name Is...” This vibrant show for all ages will have you singing and clapping along to your favorite tunes, laughing at hilarious jokes and skits, and simply enjoying a variety of acts. Featuring all fantastic local talent who bring their skills of choreography, singing, dancing, acting, and more, this name-themed variety show will include songs such as Billie Jean, Fate of Ophelia, Jolene, Good Golly Miss Molly , and much more from a wide range of genres, such as pop, rock, country, and classical.  Tickets are now on sale at libertytheater.org or at the box office on Tuesdays and Fridays from 2-5 p.m.  Two weekends only.

 Upcoming Movies: “Hoppers” on March 27-31, “Project Hail Mary” on April 3-7.  The schedule is always subject to change.