Founded by George R.R. Martin, Highgarden Entertainment is the team that operates the Jean Cocteau Cinema and Beastly Books in the Railyard District of Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Our Mission:
We at Highgarden Entertainment aim to enrich the creative landscape of New Mexico through storytelling. From film and literature to arts and entertainment, we’re here to create unique experiences that resonate with the community and visitors at the Jean Cocteau Cinema, Beastly Books, and beyond.
“You will love Highgarden as I do, I know it. Once you see it, you'll never want to leave.”
— Margaery Tyrell, Song of Ice and Fire
What We Do:
Throw successful Artist Markets with live music, food trucks, and cocktails
Create unique digital content for Patreon and beyond
Sponsor New Mexico based events
Donate to charities, local businesses, and scholarship programs
Host private events and rentals in Beastly Books and Jean Cocteau Cinema
Run one of the largest Speculative Fiction bookstores, Beastly Books
Run the Jean Cocteau Cinema, which shows films, and regular events like Drag Brunch, Burlesque, and All Fierce Comedy show
Working on bringing the Santa Fe Community together through the arts
What We Do
BEASTLY BOOKS
Beastly Books is an indie bookstore which focuses on the genres of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Speculative Fiction, and Cross-Genre. Owned by author George R.R. Martin and located in the Railyard District of Santa Fe, New Mexico, Beastly Books strives to bring both story and rare pieces to the seasoned collecting fan and new readers alike.
A space like no other, Beastly Books promotes community accessibility and involvement through author events, community fundraisers, open mics, workshops, and event space rental options for any occasion. We devote ourselves to connecting readers to their favorite authors and titles, while also introducing them to new rising voices within genres. You can stop by Beastly Books Wednesday—Sunday and enjoy a delicious coffee drink or curated beer and sake while you browse our books, or shop online at beastlybooks.com as we ship all over the world to bring you your favorite stories.
JEAN COCTEAU CINEMA
The historic Jean Cocteau Cinema is not just an eclectic arthouse theater and bar, it is a unique event space that is truly transforming the entertainment scene in Santa Fe, showcasing film, comedy, live music, and drag shows.
The Jean Cocteau Cinema began its life back In 1976 by a group of film-loving hippies in the space we currently occupy, and christened it the “Collective Fantasy.” Operating as an art house cinema with eclectic taste. It wasn’t until 1983 that the theater changed its name to the Jean Cocteau Cinema after the famous french filmmaker, artist and poet. After closing in 2006, it was reopened in 2013 by acclaimed fantasy and sci-fi author George RR Martin, the Jean Cocteau Cinema was once again a vibrant, eclectic moviehouse.
Today it is a mainstay of the Santa Fe community in the Railyard District and hosts artists, singers, comedians, magicians, drag kings and queens, and authors. We aim to create a unique experience by pairing films with curated themed cocktails at our full bar, to having customizable charcuterie amidst the expected movie theater concessions. Whether you’re looking for a unique event in Santa Fe, or want to rent the cinema for your very own party—the Jean Cocteau Cinema has it all!