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Commission backs hosting a Route 66 centennial PBS film screening in Kingman
Summary
Commissioners voted to support hosting a screening of the "Main Street America" Route 66 centennial documentary in Kingman, tentatively scheduled for July 2026 at Beale Street Theatre; the screening carries a $10,000 fee (split payment proposed) and ticket revenue would be negotiated with the theater.
Commissioners voted to support a proposed Route 66 centennial film screening in Kingman that would be part of a PBS documentary tour and community screenings along the highway.
Josh Noble presented the documentary proposal, said the producer is planning local screenings during the Route 66 centennial and proposed a Kingman screening at Beale Street Theatre in July 2026. He reported a $10,000 screening fee and proposed paying $5,000 in the current fiscal year and $5,000 in 2026. Ticket revenue would be split between the producer and local organizers, with concessions and other terms to be negotiated with the theater.
Why it matters: the centennial offers a tourism-marketing opportunity for Kingman tied to national programming on PBS and community events that could increase visitation. Staff said the Arizona Office of Tourism is also considering state-level sponsorship that could expand reach and cost-sharing.
Commissioners expressed support, noting July is not traditionally congested with local events and that the screening could be incorporated into a larger event (car show, Fourth of July activities if schedules align). The motion to move forward with a film-screening agreement passed by voice vote; recording of individual votes was not specified in the meeting transcript.
Staff will proceed with producer negotiations and confirm scheduling and sponsorship options with the state tourism office and Beale Street Theatre.
