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Melba Theater
115 W Main St, Batesville, AR 72501, United States
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Ha
Review №1

The staff here is always great. Love this place.

Do
Review №2

Had a great time. Sound system was amazing and had an old timey feel

Je
Review №3

Its more traditional and the prices are amazing! Great for family nights on budget

Jo
Review №4

This is a great movie theater. The prices are affordable and the service is great.

Da
Review №5

My experience goes back to the late 1950s and early 1960s. We were a movie going family and it was wonderful to have TWO choices: the Melba and the Landers! I hope to visit your restored version soon. I was born in Batesville and lived on what was then known as Main Street. Kudos for keeping the Melba alive and flourishing! Arts give a town its soul.

ch
Review №6

Extremely affordable! Great historical theater. A must see when in Batesville, Arkansas

Ke
Review №7

Always a great place for date night. Staff r friendly

Am
Review №8

I got to go see Little Woman with my mama, my daughter, and one of my best friends. It was an awesome experience. The feel of the theater was phenomenal. It was beautiful and I cant wait to go back.

Na
Review №9

Just a good old theater thats still alive. Its good to see big old neon marques lit up with the outside ticket booth. Service was friendly and good. Movie experience was good, and had a clean theater.

Ro
Review №10

I love going to the Melba. Its a big, one room theatre that shows movies that (usually) the entire family can enjoy together. I love the free Christmas movies they do, too!

Ma
Review №11

A wonderfully restored historic theater. They typically dont have New Releases until about 6-8 weeks after national release. They also often show classic movies and the free movies during the holidays are treat. The low ticket and concessions prices make The Melba a great couple or family movie outing. My wife and I can get tickets, popcorn, and drinks for about $20. Wed spend that on just concessions at most theaters. Go early to see the old cartoons before the movie previews

Ke
Review №12

This is a great family friendly theater. Its light on the wallet both ticket and concession wise. They show newish movies and even occasionally a vintage movie. Places like this are a dying breed. Enjoy this place, cherish it. Seats are comfortable and the sound is great. Clean bathrooms to boot.

Ch
Review №13

I love this place. Friendly staff. Great sound and picture quality. Fresh snacks. Enjoy entertainment that is reasonably priced in a setting with lots of History! $4 movies every time. They also offer free movies through the year and around Christmas time!

Br
Review №14

Love this place. Great family movie theater. Great prices. They have lots of free movies for families too especially during the holidays.

ch
Review №15

Great movies at a great price! My kids loved Frozen 2!

Sc
Review №16

I took my nephew to see Lion King. The theater and bathrooms were clean. Great job on the renovation. Plenty of parking which was surprising for a busy main street venue. The tickets were only $4. We will be going back...frequently.

Ke
Review №17

Not a fan of assigned seats! With what I paid to get in here I should be able to sit where I want. Seats are not comfortable ,better off saving money and wait fow dvd. Place smells funny .

Mi
Review №18

Very community based and fun for the whole family.

Ka
Review №19

Prices are great and they really try to make it a family friendly experience.

Ji
Review №20

Best family atmosphere! Love the owners, staff, food service, and prices!

Pa
Review №21

Great place. Popcorn and drinks are cheap and u get in on just a few dollars . Love it

Na
Review №22

Really Enjoyed The Show - Thanks!

Da
Review №23

Fun Clean and reasonable! The events and atmosphere can not be beat, anywhere!

Cl
Review №24

I love it! The movies sound awesome! My favorite spot is in the middle a little towards the front.

Kr
Review №25

Great place for family and friends. All the movies are family friendly.

Ba
Review №26

Excellent quality vintage experience! The fam & I enjoyed it and will be going again on future returns home for sure

Kr
Review №27

I am never disappointed visiting the Melba. The employees are always kind, and the movies are always great! The Christmas movies (free, by the way!) the Melba shows during the season are a testament of how much they truly love and care for this community. I Iove everything on our iconic Main Street, but the Melba has to be my favorite.

Li
Review №28

We loved it. A great place and friendly people.

Al
Review №29

Friendly, reasonable, clean family place to go. Have lots of special shows, and entertainment, an enjoyable evening spent each times

Sa
Review №30

Very nice place to enjoy family and make memories.

He
Review №31

Love the staff, food, location, and price. Definitely a favorite of my family!!

Ch
Review №32

Such a great family atmosphere without breaking the bank!

SS
Review №33

First time I have been to the theatre since it has been renovated. I enjoyed it very much. The theater is beautiful inside and out. I love that they offer free movies to the community throughout the month.

Jo
Review №34

A nice place to go,and good food

Ke
Review №35

Excellent place with a very friendly staff. Comfortable seats and great prices.

Le
Review №36

Great old-time theater! Great place for family!

Sh
Review №37

I work for a group home and we have 8 clients with mental disabilities and they are so sweet and patient with all of us.

St
Review №38

They had a remodel and its awesome in there now.. had a night out with coworkers, Was not disappointed

Da
Review №39

I love coming there I can save money go here.

Wi
Review №40

Great atmosphere great value. Generally a good movie selection. Always a good time.

Mo
Review №41

I absolutely love the Melba! I saw my first movie there, The Wizard of Oz. It is newly renovated now, and still incredibly affordable. The owners are very involved in the community, and downtown would not be complete without them!

De
Review №42

The most adorable theater ever! Very nice seating, great sound, overall awesome theater. Very affordable too. During the summer there are kids movies for a deal and free Christmas movies in December. It’s a great place.

da
Review №43

This is my families Favorite movie theater. The price cant be beat. Friendly staff and the food is always a hit.

Co
Review №44

Friendly service, clean, good prices.

Ja
Review №45

Great place to go to watch great movies. Right now showingThe Star and its FREE.When you do pay, its only $4.00.Like I said great place to go to watch great movies.

Ra
Review №46

I remember going to the Melba as a kid. Today its much better. You dont stick to the floor. You dont get drips of water falling on you if it rains. The sound system is great if a tad loud for me.How can you beat $ 4.00 to see a show on the BIG SCREEN ? You cant. It is great. Go see for your self.

Wi
Review №47

It was a magical night at Melba Theater tonight. I had no idea, that small Batesville has so many such talented musicians and singers. I have enjoyed pure happiness and joy of listening to old good songs created years ago by the Beatles. I highly recommend Melba Theater. It has been beautifully renovated. Welcome to Batesville, Arkansas!

Ga
Review №48

Just saw justice league. The sound at the theater was amazing everything was great. First time since they did the renovation and I was not disappointed one bit. Only 4.00 per ticket cannot beat the price would highly recommend to everyone. Good job guys.

Ja
Review №49

Amazing peice of history and cheap prices worth every penny

OM
Review №50

Great place to have a great time with family and friends!!

Ro
Review №51

Great theater experience! Good prices too!

An
Review №52

Restored for great use. Love having a cheaper option for good movies.

Ra
Review №53

Best experience ever! Entire family asks when can we go back! Melba is a terrific experience to make with you family! Thank you for bringing it back.

Ka
Review №54

Whats not to love??? Ive never been disappointed and its a great place to take the grandkids.

De
Review №55

Clean, nice big screen and powerful sound system. I would go again.

Sa
Review №56

I love this place worked there wen was teenager

He
Review №57

Would give 4 and 3/4 if it would let me. Prices are great both tickets and concessions. Kinda missing a cup holder. Hate to knit pick. It is a great place!

Je
Review №58

Could have done without the chatty boy sitting behind me...but otherwise good.

Be
Review №59

The renovation is great, the sound system is great, made child good memories come back. Loved it.

Am
Review №60

Good cheap prices that allows family fun at the movies.

Co
Review №61

An old theater that has been remodeled and upgraded. Great Family movies. Good, Cheap confession food. Comfy seats. Only $4.00 per adult to get in.

Pa
Review №62

I love the atmosphere and the historic nature of the theatre. The staff are always kind and helpful and the theatre is very nice.

Ne
Review №63

The Melba was as beautful as usual. We had a wonderful time and the food was great. It is all so reasonable priced.

Em
Review №64

Amazing food only $4 per person

Ja
Review №65

Love having this place in town. Its a great theater to take the family to that wont break the bank.

Si
Review №66

Cheaper tickets (around $4.00) and snacks. Always an awesome experience every time! So much history, and wonderful staff too. You wont regret it!

Re
Review №67

Great movies for a great price, and at a fantastic, restored theater!! Awesome!

Sa
Review №68

This is a great place to go if you want a cheap, but clean movie experience. The tickets are 4 dollars and the concessions are really affordable. It only shows movies that are PG-13 and below, so it is very kid friendly.

Ka
Review №69

Love this theater! Great price, service and always clean.

Su
Review №70

We enjoyed getting to see the Grinch the also had fun decor for different Christmas movies they were playing very fun! We also like the refillable cups and popcorn bucket

D
Review №71

Great theater. We had a great time. The staff is outstanding!

Ar
Review №72

Clean, fast service, friendly employees, kind people.

Ti
Review №73

I love this theatre!

Ba
Review №74

GREATEST PLACE IN THE USA FOR A NITE OUT TO ENJOY A MOVIE!

El
Review №75

I love this place. They have great service and the prices are super good. I always enjoy going.

An
Review №76

Nostalgic, clean, very reasonable prices for everything! Great place to bring your family!

Ja
Review №77

Love the old style

Tr
Review №78

Freakin lit.

Le
Review №79

This place has been a family favorite since it opened its doors. The staff is very helpful and friendly. They understand what community is all about and they strive to make it enjoyable for everyone. I highly recommend it as an affordable fun place with lots of history.

Na
Review №80

AFFORDABLE!!! Family Friendly Atmosphere, very clean seating & bathrooms, and very community focused!!! Amazing asset to our community!!!*My favorite place to watch movies!!

An
Review №81

I absolutely love it here. Its been a great experience for my family. We would recommend the Melba to anyone!

Jo
Review №82

Great time seeing Its a Wonderful Life with my 83 year old Daddy. Thank you for making it possible.

De
Review №83

Great movies. And affordable

Da
Review №84

Love the remodel. Its so great to see an icon of my childhood restored to its prime. It has been such a blessing to the downtown community of Batesville. Im so happy to see Main Street thriving again!

Mi
Review №85

Great place to see a movie. Good prices. Wonderful people.

Vi
Review №86

Good time every time. Love the consistency of great customer service. They have created brand loyalty.

Do
Review №87

Love going to the MELBA. People are friendly. Just a pleasurable time with family and friends.

Sk
Review №88

Its cute, its historic, and its an interesting stop. Bad thing is the parking and theres only the one screen so you have to want to see the movie to go in. But its gorgeous and it fits perfectly in the Batesville main street neighborhood.

Ti
Review №89

A good place to take the family

Sh
Review №90

Great place with the best stafff.

Ar
Review №91

Always love our little theater on main street!

Su
Review №92

Love this family friendly place and so affordable.

Ch
Review №93

Super cool place! Amazing prices compared to a regular movie theater. The aesthetic and friendly staff really make this a wonderful place.

Am
Review №94

Very nice theater

As
Review №95

My family loves the Melba and the great deals! It really gives off that old feel, but has been updated in the best of ways! Great sound too. Thank you!

Sa
Review №96

So thankful for this theater

Li
Review №97

I have so many memories of seeing movies here when I was growing up. Im so proud of the job that has been done to renovate and bring the Melba back to her former glory!

Le
Review №98

We love the Melba. Fun and inviting atmosphere. Great place for the family. ☆☆☆☆☆

JC
Review №99

Awesome place, and much cheaper.

Br
Review №100

Best theater in town! Great workers, massive screen, brand new sound system. Very low prices and great history! Must come!

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  • Address:115 W Main St, Batesville, AR 72501, United States
  • Site:http://www.melbatheater.org/
  • Phone:+1 870-569-8002
Categories
  • Movie theater
  • Live music venue
Highlights
  • Live performances:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Food:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
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