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Monday, March 24

5:15 p.m. Opening reception

Palace Ballroom

6:30 p.m.

Paramount presentation

The Colosseum

8 p.m.

“A Taste of Las Vegas” opening party

Octavius Ballroom

Tuesday, March 25

9:30 a.m.

The State of the Industry: Includes keynotes from NATO’s John Fithian and MPAA’s Chris Dodd, plus Universal presents footage from its upcoming slate

The Colosseum

4:15 p.m.

Lionsgate screening: “Draft Day”

The Colosseum

8 p.m.

Universal screening: “Neighbors” at the Colosseum; with post-screening “Frat Party” at Octavius Ballroom, featuring a performance by hip-hop dance crew Jabbawockeez and DJ crew the Bangerz.

Wednesday, March 26

9:45 a.m.

Disney screening: “Million Dollar Arm.” Hosted by Alan Horn, chairman, and Dave Hollis, executive VP, theatrical distribution. CinemaCon Award of Excellence in Acting will be presented to Jon Hamm.

The Colosseum

12:45 p.m.

An interview with Christopher Nolan, presented by “From Passion to the Big Screen: The Work of Christopher Nolan”

Octavius Ballroom

5:45 p.m.

Sony Presentation, highlighting its 2014 films. Hosted by Rory Bruer, president, Worldwide Distribution.

The Colosseum

7:45 p.m.

Will Rogers Pioneer of the Year Dinner honoring Tom Sherak, with entertainment by The Tenors

Octavius Ballroom

Thursday, March 27

10 a.m.

Fox Presentation, highlighting its slate. Hosted by Jim Gianopulos and Chris Aronson

The Colosseum

2:30 p.m.

Warner Bros. showcases titles including “Transcendence,” “Godzilla,” “Blended,” “Edge of Tomorrow,” “Jersey Boys” “Tammy,” “Jupiter Ascending,” and more.

The Colosseum

7:30 p.m.

The Big Screen Achievement Awards, honorees include Chris Pratt, Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg, Shailene Woodley and Chadwick BosemanThe Colosseum

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