About the Roseland Theatre

History and Theatre Information

Built in 1950

Superceded the “New Theatre” which had operated in Onancock previously

Single screen motion picture theatre, with balcony

Originally a 550-seat theatre, now accommodates 300+ with more modern seats and increased legroom standards

Originally equipped with dual carbon arc 35mm projectors, the theatre now operates an automated projection system with a single 35mm projector and film platter system

Owned by Onancock Theatre Corporation

Principal Stockholder (1950-1976) – Roland L. Somers

Principal Stockholder (1976-Present) – Scott R. Chandler

Corporate Officers

President – Scott R. Chandler

Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer – Charles W. Killmon

Theatre’s mission is to provide family motion picture entertainment for the community

IF WHEN YOU PASS YOU CANNOT STOP, SMILE AS YOU GO BY

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