Steven graduated Cum Laude from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communications, focusing on film studies, journalism and theatre arts. Dubbed a "prolific" writer by Hollywood icon Kenneth Johnson (The Incredible Hulk, V, The Bionic Woman, Alien Nation), Steven has been honored by the Arkansas College Media Association for his story writing prowess. He has also received recognition for his dramatic writing from the Eerie, Shriekfest and Screamfest horror film festivals. Publications include: Carroll County News, Saline Courier, Forum, Echo and Moroch.

Coming soon: Movie Tavern

Posted Wednesday, January 27, 2016, at 5:25 PM

Movie Tavern will open a new location in Little Rock early next year.

LITTLE ROCK — Today the announcement was made that a Movie Tavern is planned for construction in Little Rock, Arkansas later this year. If all goes to plan, the new establishment will open in early 2017 next to Bass Pro Shop and the Outlets of Little Rock mall.

Official press release:

Assuming that due diligence and plans for the property continue to run smoothly, the cinema expects to begin construction later this year with a projected opening date in 2017. Also announced as Gateway Town Center tenants are Taziki's Mediterranean Café and Gateway Nail Salon and Spa.

The Little Rock Movie Tavern location will feature 46,000 square feet with 11 screens. The cinema chain combines the "magic of the movies" with the pleasure of "dining out" for a fun and unique entertainment experience. Based in Fort Worth, TX, Movie Tavern currently has 187 screens in 22 locations across nine states catering to adults and families with first-run movies combined with a range of chef-crafted menu selections and a full bar. It is owned by Southern Theatres.

"We're thrilled that this unique entertainment experience intends to expand into central Arkansas," said Isaac Smith, Principal and Executive Vice President of Colliers International | Arkansas. "Movie Tavern will be one of the landmark anchors at Gateway Town Center, joining Bass Pro Shop, the Outlets at Little Rock and Dave and Busters to truly make this an entertainment destination for Arkansans and anyone passing through. The Gateway Town Center investors look forward to making this one of the state's premiere hots pots for shopping, dining and entertainment."