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Crescent Theatre owner alleges hostile takeover; city attorney says matter appears private

5450221 · July 23, 2025
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Owner Trey Williams told the council that chains were put on the Crescent Theatre door and alleged improper business practices; city officials stated the dispute appears to be a private matter and outside routine city oversight unless licensing or permitting issues arise.

Trey Williams, who identified himself as the owner of the Crescent Theatre, told the Mobile City Council on July 22 that he believes his business suffered an "attempted hostile takeover" and that chains were placed on the theater—s door the day before a scheduled screening.

Williams said he returned from working in California to open media…

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