Somerville Theatre

Somerville Theatre is a movie theater and performance venue in Davis Square featuring multiple screening rooms and a stage within an early twentieth-century building. The interior combines historic architectural elements with modern equipment to serve both cinema and live events.

The theater opened in 1914 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its architectural and cultural significance. This recognition preserved it as one of the area's surviving landmarks from that period.

The venue screens independent films and hosts live music from regional and national performers, serving as a gathering place for the local arts community.

The building offers accessible seating and assistive listening devices for visitors with hearing needs. Modern facilities make it easy to access all events and screenings throughout the venue.

The theater maintains its original projector equipment while blending it with modern digital technology for both current releases and classic film presentations. This combination shows how traditional and contemporary methods work together in the same space.

Location: Somerville

Inception: 1914

Architects: Funk and Wilcox

Official opening: 1914

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

Address: 55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA 02144

Website: http://somervilletheatre.com

GPS coordinates: 42.39676,-71.12288

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:42