Comments from ridethectrain

Please update, total seats 972

Seating Capacity:

Theatre 1 and 10 67

Theatre 2 and 9 112

Theatre 3 and 8 58

Theatre 4 and 7 83

Theatre 5 and 6 166

Please update, total seats 1,011 and the theatre website is

https://www.somervilletheatre.com/, the link you got is for the Capitol Theatre

Seating Capacity:

Theatr 1 840 70MM DTS

Theatre 2 62

Theatre 3 109

Please update, rename to Showcase Cinema de Lux Woburn, total screens is 14 and total seats 888

Theatre expanded to 5 screens on November 12, 1976, 6 screens on December 19, 1980, 7 screens on June 17, 1983, 8 screens on December 9, 1983, 10 screens on May 17, 1991, 13 screens on December 23m 1994 and a 14th screen sometime in 1995-1996. On Dcember 17, 1997 all screens were stadium seating. A new building was constructed to for the 6 extra screens and some were split in half, a common Summer Redstone practice in the 1980’s

Seating Capacity:

Theatre 1 38

Theatre 2 26

Theatre 3 99

Theatre 4 50

Theatre 5 47

Theatre 6, 7, 8 and 9 33

Theatre 10 and 11 50

Theatre 12 134

Theatre 13 120

Theatre 14 142

Please rename Regal Solomon Pond as per website

Please update, total seats 1017

Seating Cpacity:

Theatre 1 289 Grand DLX

Theatre 2 118

Theatre 3 117

Theatre 4 115

Theatre 5 131

Theatre 6 75

Theatre 7 and 8 86

You might of mix up of the old Chester Theatre the one that open in 2005 replaced the old 4 plex. It replaced the quickway theatre that was rename Chester Multi Theatre. Their a separate page on CInema treasures

Please rename Maynard Fine Arts Theatre as per website

From the official website of the Capitol Theatre

Arlington’s Historic Movie Theatre The Beginning The Capitol Theatre opened on November 25, 1925. It was built by the Locatelli family, who built other area theaters like the Ball Square Theatre and Central Theatre, both in Somerville. The original auditorium had a mural above the proscenium arch that incorporated the town seal of Arlington into its design, and an amazing pipe organ. Originally seating almost 1600 patrons between the expansive orchestra section and balcony, the Capitol had a full stage with dressing rooms to accommodate the occasional vaudeville or novelty act that would be presented with the movies on screen. Bank nights, gift nights, and other prize nights were common during the depression years of the 30’s.

Your Home Theatre Known to Arlington residents as “Your Home Theatre”, the Capitol was the largest and most luxurious of the neighborhood theaters in the area. After the Locatelli’s sold the theater in the late 30’s, it was leased by various local cinema chains such as M&P (a Paramount Theatres affiliate) until Arthur Viano of Viano’s Theatres took over for many years. Along with other Viano’s locations like the nearby Regent Theatre, and the Somerville and Broadway theatres in Somerville, the Capitol became well known for its fresh popcorn and friendly atmosphere.

While the theatre was under Viano’s management, the entire Capitol Theatre Building was sold to the Fraiman family. When Arthur Viano tired of running the theatre, the Fraiman family decided to operate the movie house itself, rather than see the old palace close. During renovations, much of the original décor was uncovered in the lobby. Behind 1960’s-era faux-wood paneling were granite columns and gold leaf! The entire lobby was restored to its original glory, and a new concessions stand was built. Trying to draw audiences with only one screen was nearly impossible, however, and in order to save the theatre, it was multiplexed.

Renovations Rather than trying to hide the old style of the original auditorium, as happened with other old theaters during multiplexing (think of the Harvard Square Theatre), it was decided to make each auditorium unique and special, decorated in the style of the original theatre. The new 5-screen Capitol debut in 1989 and proved to be a smashing success, giving Arlington movie-goers more films to choose from, and with modern comfortable seats and stereo sound as well. It proved so popular that a sixth screen was added on the site of the old stage in 1990.

In 2010 renovations included new seating in auditoriums, a fresh coat of paint in the lobbies and cinemas, and the addition of digital and 3D movies.

In 2025 the Fraiman family passed the baton of theater business ownership to a group of long-time employees, who, under the name CSB Theatres, continue the tradition of operating this beloved neighborhood institution.

Today, the Capitol continues its tradition of affording locals a steady mix of movies, with an emphasis on family-friendly films and independent productions. The original screen and proscenium survive in the majestic theater #1 and the historic lobby is even better, with a newly added seating area suitable for relaxing before your movie with a nice ice cream. The theater is also a popular place for children’s birthday parties.

Please update, total seats 880

Seating Capacity:

Theatre 1 and 12 74

Theatre 2 and 11 50

Theatre 3 and 10 46

Theatre 4 and 9 132

Theatre 5 and 8 82

Theatre 6 and 7 54

Please update, total seats 978

Seating Capacity:

Theatre 1, 2, 9 and 10 75

Theatre 3, 4, 7 and 8 98

Theatre 5 and 6 143

Please update, two screens and total seats 172

Seating Capacity: Theatre A 81 Theatre B 91

Source: from BAM employee

Please update, theatre opened June 11, 1982 as per theatre website, no grand opening ad.