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Designed by Fred W. Stritzel in the Neoclassical Moderne or Art Moderne style, 20^th Century reflected the fluidity of society in the post Art Deco period.  The original design was not only for appearance but for improved and perfected acoustics, something little considered in previous theatre designs.

Left to the elements, 9 years of neglect, vandalism, and water leaks exacted a  large toll on the once glorious theater.  Over the next 5 years, community members argued between demolishing or restoring the historic theatre.

In early 1990, an entrepreneur named Mike Belmont purchased the building with the intent of changing the use to retail. The restoration was massive and the building reopened in 1991 as Belmont’s Floor Company. 

This lasted a full year before the business was moved to another location in Oakley.  At that point the Cincinnati Church of Christ moved in and occupied the space for approximately 4 years.

On October 23rd, 1997, 20^th Century Productions was born, focusing on Special Concert Events and Private functions.

On December 1st, 2010, history was made yet again as the tower of the 20th Century Theatre lit up Oakley Square for the first time in 30 years.

Please come by and experience the beauty and history of The 20th Century Theatre!

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Happy New Year in Oakley Square: Hundreds of people in Cincinnati, Ohio celebrated the beginning of 2011 at the newly renovated Oakley Square! Oakley is one of the city's premier neighborhoods, only minutes from downtown.

Mark Rogers and Piper Fennimore along with The 20th Century Theater and its recently restored tower sign, had a New York, Times Square feel as the fireworks ball exploded and dropped just before Midnight. The Sly Band helped with the countdown and played hot selections as the crowd ushered in the New Year!