Nick Alderink
Cinema Chat co-hostNick Alderink is the Cinema Program Director for the Michigan and State Theatres in Ann Arbor, where he has dedicated the past decade of his career. A proud graduate of the University of Michigan with a degree in film studies, Nick's journey began fresh out of college selling popcorn and immersing himself in the magic of movies. From those early days, he steadily worked his way up through the ranks to his current position.
As the curator of two iconic, historic theaters, Nick is responsible for bringing an exciting mix of films to the big screen. He also helms the Cinetopia Film Festival, bringing “the best films from the world’s best film festivals” to downtown Ann Arbor.
The greatest joy of his work is the opportunity to share his passion for cinema with audience, whether introducing timeless classics or the latest indie gems. And he takes pride in having an office within the walls of such a storied institution, where every day is a celebration of film and its power to inspire and connect.
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Now that the August Primary elections are over, why not catch a flick? WEMU’s Mat Hopson and Marquee Arts’ own Nick Alderink reunite to talk about the latest movie news, the new films opening in downtown Ann Arbor, and the next round of special screenings! -
July is wrapping up, so let's swing on over to your favorite movie house! WEMU's Mat Hopson and Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink meet up once again to chat the new films opening this weekend and to give a taste of Ann Arbor's next batch of special screenings! -
Got no weekend plans? Well, a movie just might be the ticket! WEMU's Mat Hopson and Marquee Arts’ own Nick Alderink meet up again at the WEMU studio to talk about the new and returning films coming your favorite local movie houses! -
This week's "Cinema Chat" is of mythological proportions, so let's take an "odyssey"! WEMU's Mat Hopson and Nick Alderink from Marquee Arts meet up once again to chat about the new films opening across the country and the special screenings arriving in downtown Ann Arbor in the coming days! -
The cinema world rolls on for the month of July with a combination of comedy and horror! WEMU's Mat Hopson and Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink meet up at the WEMU studio to talk about the new arrivals to the silver screen, along with more special screenings than we can count coming to downtown Ann Arbor! Plus, you'll find out about the Michigan Theater getting a brand new marquee! -
It's a new era for Cinema Chat! David Fair is now enjoying a well-earned retirement, but he still wanted the movie news to continue here at WEMU. Mat Hopson is now the acting host. This week, he's joined by Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink to chat about the new films and special screenings for your 4th of July weekend and beyond! -
The weather outside is warm right now, so why not cool off with a good flick? WEMU's David Fair is joined once again by Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink to chat about the new films landing on the big screen and downtown Ann Arbor's next round of special screenings. -
We have a slight casting change for this week's Cinema Chat. WEMU's Mat Hopson fills in for David Fair, but he's still joined by Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink. They chat about all things cinema from new films at the multiplex to the latest batch of special screenings in downtown Ann Arbor! -
We're entering the summer movie season, and WEMU's David Fair met up with Nick Alderink from Marquee Arts to chat about the new films and special screenings arriving on the silver screen to kick things off. -
The 2026 Cinetopia Film Festival is now in the books! WEMU's David Fair talks all about the festival's highlights with Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink. They also chat about the new films landing on the silver screen this weekend and Ann Arbor's next round of special screenings.
