Imperial Theatre Mohawk

09/03/2026

After a sold-out debut, Tales from the Shadows of the Imperial returns this October, offering a unique perspective on one of Cincinnati's most storied landmarks and the ongoing effort to bring it back to life. The tour blends history, the paranormal, architecture, and engineering to explore the Imperial's past, present, and future.

On Saturday, October 17 at 6:00 p.m. and Wednesday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m., the Imperial Theatre Mohawk Alliance and Design LAB: Learn + Build will present two encore evenings of Tales from the Shadows of the Imperial. The immersive, behind-the-scenes tour takes guests through the theatre's original doors and echoing halls while introducing them to the architects, engineers, and dreamers leading its restoration. Along the way, attendees will uncover long-buried stories, architectural wonders, and perhaps even a whisper or two from the Imperial's spectral past.

Tickets on sale now on our website!

08/25/2026

Second Saturday Tour tickets for October/November/December are up now! Grab them at them on our website before the sell out.

https://www.imperialmohawk.org/

08/12/2026

06/15/2026

05/17/2026

What a wonderful evening celebrating preservation, revitalization, and the people helping keep historic places alive across Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

ITMA Board Members, Jessica Tribbe and Julie Fay attended the 2026 Preservation Excellence Awards hosted by Cincinnati Preservation at the beautiful Woodward Theater on May 7. It was a night filled with architects, engineers, preservationists, developers, storytellers, and community advocates all united by a shared passion for saving meaningful historic spaces and giving them new life.

A highlight of the evening was hearing from host Honor Hook writer, singer, comedian, and enthusiastic supporter of preservation and the arts. And congratulations to Jessica, who won one of the evening’s big raffle baskets!

We also enjoyed seeing so many incredible projects and organizations recognized throughout the night, including work connected to Cincinnati’s historic theatre and cultural spaces.

Thank you to Cincinnati Preservation for a lovely evening and for continuing to champion the stories and structures that make our region unique.

05/11/2026

Imperial Theatre history…

On May 6, 1936, the Imperial Theatre hosted a “Mohawk Amateur Show,” sponsored by the Mohawk Business Men’s Association. Local performers took the stage alongside a feature picture for what must have been a lively night in downtown Cincinnati.

We love uncovering these little newspaper moments because they remind us that the Imperial was never just a movie house, it was a gathering place for community talent, entertainment, and connection.

Imagine the excitement of stepping onto that stage in 1936. What amateur talent would you have showcased?

05/08/2026

Surprise mom (or anyone for that matter) with a tour of the theatre this Saturday May 9th. Tickets available: https://www.imperialmohawk.org/events

04/25/2026

It was a beautiful evening of music with Guarantees - Band - Wyoming OH (FB) at the Rooftop Sessions at the Clifton Cultural Arts Center! They rocked it!!
No Guarantees was featured in our first season of The Imperial Presents and we love supporting them out in the community ❤️.

04/21/2026

April 18, members of the Imperial Theatre Mohawk Alliance had the opportunity to attend CCM’s production of Sweeney Todd at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music.

This performance marked the culmination of a two-year collaboration led by our own Board Member and CCM’s Chair of Musical Theater, Vince DeGeorge and it did not disappoint.

We were proud to be in the audience alongside CCM Dean Peter Jutras, Opera Chair Amy Johnson, and conductor Ian Axness, celebrating the incredible work of students, faculty, and collaborators who brought this production to life.

Experiences like this remind us why the arts matter and why the work we’re doing at the Imperial is so important.

Congratulations to Vince and the entire CCM team on an extraordinary production!

04/14/2026

As part of the National Main Street Conference, we toured the beautifully restored Coleman Theatre in Miami, Oklahoma.

Experiencing successful preservation projects firsthand offers invaluable perspective as we continue planning for the future of the Imperial Theatre. These spaces demonstrate the lasting impact of thoughtful investment in historic assets and community centered revitalization.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to learn, connect, and bring new ideas home.