Marianne Theater Reborn in Bellevue | Cincinnati News

Bellevue’s historic Marianne Theater, a beloved Art Deco gem since 1942, is set for a dramatic comeback after years of stalled plans. The city, which bought the building in 2014, has now partnered with the Marianne Arts & Education Center—a local nonprofit—to renovate and reopen the venue by December 2027. With a two-year window to raise $1 million, the group aims to buy the property and transform it into a community-driven arts hub. Mayor Charlie Cleves praised this latest plan as the right fit, unlike past failed proposals for condos or breweries. Though the theater closed permanently in 1992 after a fire, its charm endures—complete with original popcorn machine and stunning restroom tiles. City officials see this as a low-risk, high-reward opportunity to revive a cultural landmark and reconnect the community with its cinematic past. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f68aaf922a3a652d