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• Superceded the “New Theatre” which had operated in Onancock previously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 operated an automated projection system with a single 35mm projector and film platter system from the 1980s until November 2015.
• On November 12, 2015, the Roseland converted to digital technology and now presents movies and alternative content via a digital projector and 7.1 surround sound 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