The Onarga Theater 

Opened in 1937 as the Modernistic, this movie house was built in Art Moderne style on Seminary Avenue. The theater was the first movie theater south of Chicago to show movies with sound(a talkie).  A few years after it opened, the theater's name was shortened to the Modern. In the late 40s, it was acquired by the Kerasotes chain, which renamed the theater by shortening its name once again, as the Mode.

In 1984 the theater was reestablished by Mike and Pat Harroun and run until the early 90's when closed for restoration.

Reopened in the late 90's by Mike Harroun, the theater had been restored to its original glory and had a bright nostalgic feel.

In 2006, the theater was once again remodeled with modern relaxed seating, brand new surround sound system, and a more elegant modern look to the interior and exterior while retaining the historic glory of the former modernistic theater.

Our Business

We have grown over the past twenty three years and continue to offer the same quality food and film entertainment that you cannot find in a large chain theater.  Come on over to the Onarga theater, and support one of the few single screen privately owned theaters left. We are always improving things and updating. Thank-you ahead of time for supporting the Onarga Theater.

The Onarga Theater STaff

The Onarga theater is currently owned by Randy and Cheryl Lizzio of Onarga.

The theater is run by a well trained team of employees willing to help you to enjoy your evening in any way possible. Please feel free to enjoy this small town gem and join us at the movies this weekend!