By 1808Delaware
Now Showing at the Historic Strand Theatre: Friday, July 12 to Thursday, July 18
Main Theater – Auditorium 1
Despicable Me 4 (PG) – 1 hour 40 minutes
- Friday, July 12: 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM
- Saturday, July 13: 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM
- Sunday, July 14: 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM
- Thursday, July 18: 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Ruby Gillman: Teenage Kraken (PG) – 1 hour 31 minutes
- Tuesday, July 16: 10:00 AM & 2:30 PM
- Part of the Sandy Hardymon Free Summer Kids Series
Hoosiers (PG) – 1 hour 54 minutes
- Tuesday, July 16: 7:00 PM
- The Strand Sports Series Sponsored by Dr. Dee Dee Manos
First Commonwealth Bank Side Theater – Auditorium 2
Fly Me to the Moon (PG-13) – 2 hours 13 minutes
- Friday, July 12: 5:15 PM & 8:45 PM
- Saturday, July 13: 1:15 PM, 4:45 PM & 8:15 PM
- Sunday, July 14: 1:15 PM & 4:45 PM
- Thursday, July 18: 4:15 PM & 7:45 PM
Brown Family Generations Theater – Auditorium 3
The Bikeriders (R) – 1 hour 56 minutes
- Friday, July 12: 5:30 PM & 8:30 PM
- Saturday, July 13: 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM & 7:30 PM
- Sunday, July 14: 1:30 PM & 4:30 PM
- Thursday, July 18: 4:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Box Office and Concessions:
- Open 30 minutes before the first published show time.
- Close 30 minutes after the last published show time.
The Storied History of The Strand Theatre
Established on April 10, 1916, The Strand Theatre has been a cornerstone of Delaware, Ohio, and stands as one of the oldest continuously operating movie theaters in the United States. Located at 28 East Winter Street, near Ohio Wesleyan University, the Strand has seen several transformations over the decades.
Originally a department store built in 1908, the building was converted into a playhouse before becoming a movie theater. Over the years, the Strand has undergone multiple renovations:
- 1982: Addition of a second screen
- 1986: Conversion of the original balcony into a third screen
- 2010: Major renovations including the implementation of digital projectors
The theater’s ownership has changed hands several times, from its original owner Henry Bieberson Jr. to its current status as a non-profit organization operated by the Strand Theatre and Cultural Arts Association. Since 2002, it has been owned by Ohio Wesleyan University, continuing to show first-run movies at affordable prices and host community events.
The Strand blends modern amenities with its historic charm, featuring digital projection capabilities, accessibility features, and three screens for movie showings. Recognized for its renovations and cultural significance, the Strand Theatre remains an important landmark in Delaware, Ohio, bridging its rich history with contemporary cinema offerings and community engagement.
