Volkstheater acquires historical hall of the rose hill studios for 3 million euros!

Volkstheater acquires historical hall of the rose hill studios for 3 million euros!

A historical milestone for the Vienna Volkstheater: The traditional institution has acquired Hall 1 of the former Rosenhügel film studios in Liesing for a good 3 million euros. In the future, stage sets are to be developed in this hall, which means a highly welcome logistical relief for the folk theater. Managing Director Cay Stefan Urbanek emphasizes how rare such premises are in Vienna and what potential in this location is. Hall 1 is expected to go into operation in 2026, as orf reported.

The Rosenhügel film studios that have existed since 1921 are a real jewel in film history. Among other things, the classic "masquerade" from 1934 were created in these halls and the popular series "A real Viennese does not go under", which was broadcast from 1975. But the history of the area is not only valuable, but also architecturally significant. Parts of the studios, including Hall 1, have been listed since 2011, while the entire site has been designated as a urban development area since 2014, in which, for example, condominiums, a kindergarten and a supermarket have been created.

a piece of film history

The Rosenhügel studios experienced an eventful story with glamorous moments, such as the premiere of the first sound film in Austria, "Csibi, the Fratz", in 1934. But also difficult times shaped the area: During National Socialism, it served as a forced labor camp and in the post-war period, the studio were taken over by the Soviet occupying powers. The last major production there was the film adaptation of Beethoven's "Fidelio" in 1956.

The future in view

After years of uncertainties and protests against the demolition of the studios, which was considered in the course of urban development, the future of the Rosenhügel film studios has now been secured. With the acquisition of the Volkstheater, the area is not only revived artistically, but also preserved the historical substance. The artistic company benefits from direct logistical advantages, and the planned adjustments, including the cooperation with monument protection for a new delivery goal, show that the connection between old and new can be done well here.

This is where we are facing an exciting development in Vienna, which enriches both the cultural landscape and raises the history of the Rosenhügel film studios to a new level. It remains to be seen which stage sets will arise here in the future and what other stories from the halls of film history find their way onto the stage.