SomervilleCultureIndependent cinema and concert venue

Somerville Theatre

A Davis Square movie theater and live venue that opened in 1914 as part of the Hobbs Building.

Why it belongs in the guide

The Somerville Theatre opened on May 11, 1914. It was designed for stage shows, vaudeville, opera, and motion pictures, and remains an independent movie theater and live entertainment venue in Davis Square. The building also contains the Crystal Ballroom.

Good for

  • Independent cinema
  • Live entertainment
  • Historic venue
  • Davis Square