Reviews of Varsity Theatre (Movie Theater)

L. Bailey Alder

Reminded me of the theater in my home town, a little run down but you could feel the energy of when it was new and full of potential. Reminiscent of an older era.

Jeff MacIver

Good place for birthday parties

Guilhem Della Malva

Really cheap theater, really good for students.

Scott Windham

First-run movies at low prices in a cool, nostalgic, downtown location. It's like stepping back in time. The interior is slightly worn, but not enough to bother me. A great experience for very little money.

Jeremy Barkley

Long standing history in chapel hill

Harry Zhang

Old theatre. Cannot complain because of the price. 3 dollar for a movie.

Malik Jabati

No complaints.

Leland Child-Lanning

Cheap tickets and a great location with good snacks!!

Kaity Mathe

This place is really cute! They don't have as many concession options as the typical theater, but that didn't matter to us.

Mary Helen Williams

Nostalgia for days! I love taking my kidos here. It is not expensive and never too crowded.

Megan Esteban

Love this tiny place. It is pretty old and could use a couple upgrades, but I think that may be why it's a cool place to go to.

jen b

I think it's a nice little theater, and appreciate the inexpensive tickets for movies you don't mind waiting past the initial theater rush to see.

Marcelo Coelho

Fantastic atmosphere

Synthia Diaz

Very nice, friendly staff, and convenient location.

Jeremy Whitley

Used to be a second rate first run theater and now it's a pretty good specialty theater

Esther Brown

The Varsity has that great nostalgic feeling that you always get from a good neighborhood theater. It's a little outdated, but that's why we love it.

Rhonda Crayton

Like a step back in time with a nice projection system! Full of character...

Dennis Diamond

Ok theater feel, clean and classic

Brian Smith

Cool little theatre with tons of history.

Pearl Highducheck

Had a birthday party here its old school would be nice for a new date night nothing fancy just comfort

Stephen Smith

Great value movies and is the Love Chapel Hill church on Sundays

James Barrett

Wonderful family place

sarah hoskinson

Great theater! No annoying previews before the show, great price, even for concessions. Friday night and there were 4 of us total.

Hudson Bilbrey

No previews, cheap tickets, right in Franklin Street. Need I say more? Movie selection is small but recently it's been two recent films. As of writing that's Solo and Incredibles 2.

Andal Narayanan

Kind staff, good prices, nice range of screenings, from whatever's hot to that great cult film you thought you'd never find again.

Nolan Nunez

Beautiful historic theater, concession prices are very reasonable.

Sal DiNatale

A great way to relax is by going to the Varsity Theatre.

Mary Jane Riguera

Nice quaint small theater where you can watch semi-new movies at a decent price. Good for solo views, dates or families :) Staff are pretty chill and friendly

Jaso_wald

Awesome

Lisa Oskardmay DC, LAc.

Small theatre with local flair, great movie, and real butter on your not-overpriced popcorn.

Crystal Hester

Small but the price is perfect

Niranj Chandrasekaran

It is a wonderful theatre for casual movie viewing. The theatre is small and cozy. The movies are usually a couple of months old but the price of the tickets is very cheap

Jake Kunkel

Charming classic building with super cheap flicks. Given my busy schedule, I'm usually getting around to seeing movies around the time the Varsity picks them up for their second runs. Popcorn is reasonably priced, and you can also get beer and wine. One criticism is that the theatre itself is a bit chilly most of the time. Also, the fans from the ventilation system are kind of a constant background hum as you're watching the movie. All that said, quality theatre with lots of history in the heart of town. Don't miss stopping by!

Cindie Cavender

The Varsity has such charm. The price (of everything) can't be beat. I rented the theater (really inexpensive) and had my daughter's birthday party there. I was able to play a slide show on the big screen of her and all of her friends over the years, and then they played her favorite DVD. It was very cool. Definitely check this place out!

Susie Hartsog

Improv was so fun!!! Looking forward to my next trip here.

Angie Shen

I personally love this old-school style theatre. Not at all crowded and very affordable. And their screenings start ON TIME!!

Jessica Mills

(Translated by Google) Ehhh !! (Original) Ehhh!!

scotty cromer

Attended church here on Sunday morning loved it

Brian Kurzius

The picture is clearer than it used to be but it was dull -- as if the light was not strong enough for the large space. So it felt like the whole movie took place in the fog. The movie was Solo and we saw it around mid June. I hope this was just a temporary issue since getting here is so much nicer than going to a mall

Treesa Ouseph

Great local theatre to catch a movie.

Sifron Benjamin

Great ticket prices. Theater has a nice vintage feel to it.

Christi Fenison

Improv at the Varsity was so much fun! Will definitely be back for more shows :)

Bryce Jahner

Clean and professional. The movie selections are usually pretty good and well attended.

Elisabeth Parker

Great price, both for tickets and snacks

Peter Enchelmayer

Cozy. Convenient.

D. G.

You can see movies for cheap here after they've been out for awhile, which is great if you missed your opportunity earlier. The seats could be updated to be more comfortable however.

Monica M

If you are looking for a spot to watch not-so-knew movies for a cheaper price you are at the right spot. The theaters are pretty cozy and small, definitely nothing luxurious. Popcorn isn't my favorite but if you want the experience of almost having a movie space all for yourself I'd come here!

Kim Swanson

Fantastic historic theater with lots to offer: live performances, movies, improv, and more.

Michael Kirschner

Not a mega theater but very vintage and a fun place.

Chad Haefele

Their popcorn is the best movie popcorn around.

Lauren Graniero

I love supporting smaller, local theaters. For less than half the price of bigger theaters you can watch similar movies at a really cool downtown venue. They have snacks, soda, and beer/wine if that's your thing! Makes an awesome date-night because it is close to other bars and restaurants.

Jonathan Leahy

Cute little theater with great priced concessions

Aaron Morano

Support your local theater and enjoy walking around the downtown of Chapel Hill. Newer seats, cheap ticket prices, a better sound system. And you get to enjoy the fact that it is, again, A LOCAL BUSINESS! Nuff' said.

Sharon Sunkel

Clean facility, nice folks working there, great popcorn and inexpensive!!

Jupiter Frerer

Good place

CurbsideUnderwood

An amazing place built in 1927. A wonderful and cozy spot to watch a movie, improv, or to rent for a birthday party!! Trully awesome staff too!! :)

Jason Figge

Eclectic and wonderful. A blast from the past and cheap to boot

Melissa Redick

Very cool classic theater with really good prices on snacks and movies. The entire visit was pleasant and they show films that other theaters have already stopped showing. Cool place. Only thing I have to say is if you have big hips, the seats are narrow and not for everyone.

Natalie Terrell

Classic theater with cheaper concessions than what you’d find at your typical theater.

Niloy Alam

Great place to watch a movie and any of their live shows. Highly recommend their improv shows they show every Saturday!

Rebecca Fritts

Low cost movie tickets on Franklin street. Need I say anything else? Popcorn is stale though!

COLLEEN JOHNSON

Ok Very CLEAN

Yvonne Riley

My favorite local theater!

Terri Wiggins

Child's birthday party and movie

Thomas Parker

Theater was clean and comfortable, and the sound quality was good. But don't get the popcorn.

Yunfei Wang

Normal movie theater, small but good enough for a college town. Meh.

Terri Gengler

Small home town movie theater. Has new releases but also classic movies sometimes.

Sarah Riazati

Classic and affordable

Joel Philbrook

Fun theater

kim gerstner

$7.00 movies! Its and older theater but they play 1st run movies. Great prices on concessions, beer and wine.

Steve Fernandes

Quiet, cozy place to catch the latest movies. Never crowded, always good seats available, very friendly staff.

Anthony

Very cool, old school movie theater. Nothing fancy but has that old movie theater kind of feel. Limited selection of snacks and beverages. Good spot to hit just for nostalgia.

Robert V. Ruggiero

Cheap tickets, cheapo feeling theater. But can't complain for a few $. Always students here if that's your thing.

Andrew R

A historic and iconic theater that never fails to disappoint and continues to defy time.

Kimberly L

Funky, good popcorn and cheap.

Noralin Howell

The staff was very friendly, the theatre was nice, and the price was right. We loved it and will be coming back very soon!

Dina Yamaleyeva

Cheap tickets, and friendly staff! Old theater, but thats why it's cheap

Sean Cavanaugh

Inexpensive tickets, Popcorn and beer. Love this place. Always seems clean despite the number of patrons. Owners are great people.

Aaron Kobernick

Classic venue.