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Sebring Ohio Historical Society
| 126 North 15th Street Sebring, Ohio 44672 330-938-6920 |
| The Strand Theatre, owned by Lee Mack, started with the advent of moving pictures in the 1920's. Before movies, the building was the Sebring Opera House. It was built by Frank Sebring and originally contained a roller skating rink and electric organ. With the coming of the first movies, the nickelodeon visited the Opera House once a week. It was opened on September 24, 1915 and transitioned to the Strand Theatre. The opening attraction was 'A Fool There Was' starring the alluring Theda Bara, the Vampire Woman, and Edward Jose. This created a new life for the Opera House. It was purchased by the Smith Amusement Company of Alliance, which completely remodeled the building. A vacuum cleaner system was installed, was well as a ventilating system, steam heat and drinking fountains, as well as ladies and Gents rest rooms. The orchestra pit is still in the building. In the 1940's admission was ten cents for children and 25 cents for adults. A highlight of the Strand was Bank night, when, on Tuesdays and Fridays, names were drawn for cash awards up to $500. |
