In 1920, the pair extensively renovated the theatre, before it was opened by then Premier, John Storey, on 1 July in the same year. He crowned himself ‘King of Newtown’ on stage at the Enmore theatre in the style of a pageant, complete with pageboys and regal robes. Wiliam Szarka, also known as Bill, was an elected member of the local council from 1914 to 1928. The venue was run by brothers, William and George Szarka. Patrons could attend silent movies for between 3 and 6 pennies.
Opened in 1912, the theatre was first used as a photo-play theatre that screened silent movies, this was accompanied by a concert orchestra. From cinema use to concerts, today is used for various reasons.
The theatre's listing in the Office of Environment and Heritage states that the building "illustrates the development of suburban theatres in the late 1930s and early 1940s and is of social significance for the local community.″ It is the only theatre in Sydney from the Art Deco movement in its original condition. Today it is owned by Century and has hosted a range of arts from photographic, performing arts, music and motion picture. The Enmore theatre has had many renovations and shifts of ownership. The venue's art deco style is protected by its listing as a historic building within Sydney. It has hosted many international bands including a performance by Bob Dylan. The theatre is considered a medium-sized venue that holds 1,700 people when fully seated and 2,500 when seats are removed, and all attendees are standing. Today's Enmore Theatre is the longest running live theatre in Sydney, hosting concerts, comedians, plays and all forms of performance. It was run by a well-known theatre family at the time, the Szarka Brothers. It was first opened in 1912 as a photo-play theatre. It is located at 118–132 Enmore Road in Newtown, in the inner west of Sydney's suburbs. The Enmore Theatre is a theatre and entertainment venue in Sydney, Australia.