Staffers are let go with the ability to be re-hired when things pick up.
Its the first round of layoffs sinceSony Pictures Entertainment acquired the chain in June.
Its part of a new SPE division called Sony Pictures Experiences.
Both the chain and the division are led by Alamo Drafthouse CEO Michael Kustermann.
The Austin, Texas-based chain also owns Fantastic Fest.
Its completed key upgrades and added new locations under Sony.
