A nice experience with limited exposure. This was my first trip to the theater so its fairly limited. I like popcorn slot and opted for the $20 bucket which includes a lid that doubles as a sharing bowl. The bucket comes with a card which allows two additional refills on future visits which brings the net cost for each down to $6.67 each... easy better than the $9 large (but smaller) paper bucket. Butter is optional. The movie we saw was in theater 4 which requires you to exit through the front, follow an alley down the dive and enter through a side door. The theater is on the smaller side, but the screen and speakers were adequate and clear. My only real disappointment was the adjacent film was very loud and downed out some of the quiet dialog in my theater. Otherwise, the theater was comfortable. Ill consider returning when another movie lures me in. Staff were friendly too and tough to breast the $5 Tuesday ticket prices.

What a great old theater... You can almost feel the vibes from the actors of the golden age of films...

Ancient movie theater, comfortable seating and cool art deco lighting inside Circa whenever the place was built. Receiving is comfortable and the snacks are inventive with a much better selection than normal theaters. All I could wish for is a wine bar :-)

Good old fashioned theater. I love that they offer a different selection of movies then main stream theaters. Always a fun visit.

Went to see Echo in the Canyon with three friends, quite on a whim. Enjoyed the movie very much. Great movie for reminiscing about the music of the 60s. Cast included many artists from that time period. Highly recommend!

One of my favorite theaters on the west coast.. gorgeous venue, art deco bathrooms, lobby and such an intimate space. Thank you for the poster for Last Black Man in San Francisco.

Excellent movie theatre. Great movies, great employees, great screen and sound on a classic Cinema building. You should totally check it out.

Jojo Rabbit was a great movie. Happy this theater plays off main flicks.

Seats/decor could use an update. Love the location

Excellent type of movie choices, its like the classy fine art movies. $5 movies on Tuesdays!

They let a coughing woman who brought large bags & a pillow and stunk like she hadnt bathed in a month into the back entrance to theater 4 and refused our request to ask her to leave so we could watch the movie without throwing up or catching a sickness! The so-called manager didnt even have the decency to apologize to us. Beware before you plan a night around catching a film here.

Great prices, great selections of movies, and such an interesting ambiance. Love this old timey theater!

I just saw “They Shall not Grow Old” at the Varsity. The theater cut out 30 minutes of special features in which Peter Jackson explains the whole process of making the film. I’ve heard it’s highly worth watching.I didn’t see any warning that I’d be watching an abbreviated version of the film.Very disappointed.

I took my wife, my 15-year-old daughter and her best friend to see a movie. No one was at the ticket box so we went to concessions for our ticket. The guy at the counter asked if any of us were students. I appreciated him asking because I didn’t know they had a discount. When I told him that the—obviously school-age—girls were students he said that he needed to see their student IDs. They had them, and it wasn’t a problem, I just thought it was a weird tone to set over a dollar discount: You think I’m lying? They’re rogue teenagers bucking the law by not attending school?We saw a great movie. The theater was what you’d expect in a small-town “art house:” small screens, old seats, low quality sound. It is what it is and they did a good job with what they have. The movie experience was good.Then…We get out of the movie, my wife uses the restroom, and the girls and I wait in the lobby. Just as my wife come out of the restroom the same employee mentioned above comes over to her, holds up a beer bottle and says, “do you know anything about this?” My wife was clearly a little shocked. [Side note: my wife loves telling people that if you took every drink of beer she’s had in her life it wouldn’t fill one glass. Sad, but true.] Being put off balance my wife gave him a confused “no,” we all soaked in the awkward moment, and then we left.The theater was fine, the amenities were fine, but that one employee made it an uncomfortable experience from end to end. By the time we bought tickets, snacks and drinks we had spent a lot of money in this business. The employees should be trained to show patrons that they appreciate their business, not treat them like they’ve done something wrong.

Good prices, variety. Ticket selling slow

I went there for independent films week. Love their movies celection, will go again

This is the place for uniquely entertaining movies, films and documentary movies.

Small theatre but with 5 screens. Great selection of frequently changing art-gouse films. Love the place but not 5 stars due to hearing sounds from other movies playing. Would also be great if they sold beer and wine.

Beautiful vintage theater, the perfect place to view films.

On 2/25/19 there was no one in the ticket booth and, just guessing, we went to the popcorn counter to purchase tickets. Is this your practice? We tried to see a movie on the screens at the back of the theater. We walked around to the back, only to find our movie wasnt listed. We walked back and were told it was there, but they hadnt bothered to change the signs above the doors?! After again walking around to the back of the theater we were both soaked, as it had been pouring during all this! During the movie I was freezing and had to sit with a jacket over my legs they were so cold. I have never had to watch a movie in the freezing cold before!

They show wonderful movies and I have had some wonderful times. I have also gone when the air goes out and I wonder what they are doing to keep the old building running at its best. The building is great and you go back in time when you see a film here, however some things need to stay current.

Foremost I like the vibe of an old theater and appreciate the nostalgic feel.One thing I’d like to see in a town like Ashland is a selection of local treats offered on the concession menu and a move towards organic popcorn or at least non GMO.Eugene has a couple great little theaters that offer such goods and it compliments the scene.

We were in the tiny theater in the back. Tiny screen, uncomfortable seats, sounds from the theater next door coming through.

I just love this vintage theater in the heart of a city full of character. They usually have more indie/artistic movie options in addition to the mainstream ones. Close to a bunch of coffee shops and nice stores and restaurants if you have to wait for the show.

WiI go to the movies at least once a week with my mom. Love the deluxe chairs

Clean, well-maintained older theater. Comfortable seats, interesting (non-mainstream) selection of movies. Concession prices are high ($5.25 for a small soda), but it is Ashland.

Super noisy theater. You can hear voices from the lobby throughout the movie, and the movie volume is somewhat low in comparison to the loud, talky movie goers you find on some nights. Its pretty comfortable and old fashioned, and if you can easily tune out loud people, or dont pay very close attention to the movie it is a nice experience.

Overall this is a wonderful theater-going experience. Employees are young, enthusiastic, helpful, and knowledgeable about the movies that are currently showing. And with an anti-capitalistic tip of the hat, they actually have a water fountain where you can get water without buying it! Life is now worth living after all. Haha.The biggest drawback is the mens bathroom. I think by now its notorious along the west coast because it is really, really crummy. It has that old kind of honeycomb, hexagram white tiles from the 1930s and the grout is eroded and the flooring underneath now holds that warm, sultry smell of stale urine. It is crying out for a modest makeover. As it just needs some new tile, new paint, and a new toilet and youre good to go=Perfection at last...

Nice stadium seat in a small theater, but this cinema has three different theatres. Good popcorn. Nice atmosphere.

Nice new seating and helpful local college student as staff. We enjoyed this old fashioned theater with its recently reupholstered or new seats and little touches like bathroom doors straight out of the Art Deco period.

Any theater which offers nutritional yeast for your popcorn has my vote as best movie theater.

Such a fun theatre. Great movies and documentaries. Love the building and the location.

Perfect little funky, (mostly) Indie movie theater for Ashland locals.(Edit) Im downgrading to 4 stars since they have a weird policy about their back theaters now; a guy has to escort you back there and unlock it every time, you cant go in and out easily anymore.

This is a lovely theater. There are multiple viewing rooms that are a nice size. Nutritional yeast is available for the popcorn (although not real butter). I love the bathroom. Atmospheric and fun.

We saw one movie here. Our theater was small and literally around the corner down an alley outside of the main building. We has a quick sprint in the rain holding our popcorn and drinks! Movie was great and no complaints. Whatever works!

This theater likes to show movies that are not quite mainstream. So if you like a great movie the great story not necessarily a bunch of special effects. This is the theater for you.

Reminds me of our theater back home in Northern Idaho where I started my first job at the popcorn stand for $.35/hour. Times have certainly changed, but keep this theater funky! Also - why does your popcorn and cherry coke taste better than at the other theaters. The seriously do!

Cozy place for movies. Great popcorn!

Over the years, the Varsity has been the go-to theatre in Ashland. When I was young, there was only one fairly large room with a pretty large smoking section on the then second floor! An old Ashland Icon (Harry Arnold) owned it and I even remember (70s I remind you) a dude named Rusty Hatchett of Ashland High running the projectors-honest! Today, this place is a blast and right in the middle of downtown Ashland and has been remodeled to have additional theatres and still retain that nostalgic class-and it is a classic! From the very upbeat and courteous manager to every employee Ive encountered there is humility, KINDNESS and a genuine desire to make ones experience wonderful! If you like the theatre, this is an Ashland must.

I no longer live in Ashland, but one of the main things I miss is The Varsity Theatre. There is always a weekly selection of interesting and engaging films. I now drive one a half hours over the mountains to get my good movie fix. Thank you, Varsity!

Last of a dying breed. A classy, art deco theatre. Pretty quirky. Some of the screens are only accessible from the alley.

Art films are shown at this theater not your regular pop corn selling movies

The Varsity is a great theater! Old School-plays alot of independent films that you cannot see anywhere else in southern Oregon. Casual atmosphere. Fun place to go by yourself or with someone else.

My private indulgence. I love to just catch a flick by myself in the afternoons and the old building is charming. Plus, they sell truffles.

Thank you for the wonderful, Off the beaten path, movies. Love it! Love it! Love it!

Nice small and quaint theater in Ashland. If you want any of the big releases though they don’t seem to show them

Old fashioned movie experience. I just love it.

Always a fun visit to the Varsity Theater. Plenty of space to stretch out. Cool lighting.

I love going to films here. Always have the movies I want to see.

Always interesting and relevant movies. Great venue

A small intimate theater, just what you might expect in Ashland. Tend to show quality, thoughtful movies.

Nice venue

Great place! Its a little funky theater that shows films. Love it

Nice theatre. After owning 12 theatres I consider myself an expert.

Excellent venue every seat in the house is great!

Incredible set up in atmosphere and theme really makes you feel like youre going out for a wonderful movie especially if youre taking a date.

Good theater wish it showed more kid movies

Love this little theater.

Fun small town theatre. The employees are nice and the theatres are kept neat and tidy.

We always make a stop at The Varsity when were in Ashland. The layout can be confusing with two long auditoriums on the main level as well as a small one tucked upstairs. Out back (yes, you leave the lobby and go down the alley) theres at least one more tiny screen. Small screens but good sound and picture. One could only wish for a major renovation restoring The Varsity to a single massive theater for the arts.

Its cozy and comfortable with a good selection of films.

My friend Aaron and I had the whole place to ourselves, so he danced in the aisles. They play decent movies.

Great place with art theatre movies.

Excellent theater, great selection of movies, wonderful staff!

Movies for good educated people. Love it.

Nice old theatre in the heart of downtown Ashland. We go there because it is close, you shoudl not expect a luxurious movie viewing experience. The individual theatres are a bit hacked up and the comfort of the seats varry depending on the theatre. It coudl really use a remodel but we see lots of movies there and enjoy going there.

Wonderful customer service, always a pleasant experience! Very clean.

I love this theater, it may be a bit small and sometimes the video for the ads doesnt work (no great loss!) but I would be heartbroken if it ever went away. I go there about once a week and always find an interesting film to see.

I am visiting and on vacation as a recent graduate of New York University. I am eating food at the Kobe and about to watch a movie at this theater. I think that this place will be wonderful.

Great place to see both mainstream and indie films, slightly older building but charming in its eccentricities.

Good old beautiful theater ... old but gold ... loved it

Love this theater, a throw back to times in a small theater ... and offers movies not always found in mainstream.

Great polite staff beautiful historic Building #US Yes we all enjoy going to the movies!

Love the movies played here, its fun to see indie cinema on the big screen!

Small community movie theater showing avant garde and best of new movies. Gourmet chocolate candy for sale.

Beautiful local art theatre. Small, but great!

Fun little local theater! Friendly staff, good times. Theater is older, but this adds to the charm.

Nice local small theater

Just heaven!! LOVE the plays here! Dont miss it! Great staff!!

It is a beautiful blast from the past,very nice restrooms,nice concessions and very good sound and picture quality.

Love this Little Theatre

Its shocking to me how many great movies this theater misses despite being an independent arthouse theater. Every year I look forward to arthouse films in the area, and every year Im disappointed by what they decide to leave out. On top of that, instead of playing some of the best arthouse films of the year, they opt to play big budget Hollywood movies just to make the money. I understand if you have to do that to keep afloat, but Id be spending hundreds of dollars at this theater every year if they actually released what was coming out that no other theater would play.Outside of that, the last two experiences I had here the screens had a very strange floating bubble look to them, and it was often very distracting while watching the film. I want to love this place, especially since its my only option in the area, but seriously, who decides what plays here? And why cant they get equipment adequate for the job?

A true classic

Love their thoughtful selection of movies.

Funky old place, has some great indie films

Seats were comfy and theatre was very quaint.

Quality movies. Nice break from blockbloster mediocrity.

Kinda different nice & cozy.

Good movie place!

Nice theater with good, independent and art options

Love this historic venue!

Varsity always has impeccable choice in films.

This place smells like dirty, old bums.....but every once in a great while, theyll show a movie thats not totally barf-o-rama.

Fun for an old school theatre.

Seen better plays from first graders

Technically and aesthetically unimpressive, but it’s the only art house in the valley.

Awesome joint.

Best small theater.

Great movie theater

Good independent films, great location