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Fisher Music Center; credit Detroit Metro CVB

DETROIT PERFORMING ART VENUES


Detroit, MI

Fox Theatre

DESCRIPTION: The "grand daddy" anchor of Detroit's theater district, built in the tradition of great elegant movie palaces in the nation; now features live concerts and performances such as Blast, Radio City Christmas Spectacular, The Parade of the Wooden Soldiers, The Teddy Bear Nutcracker and The Living Nativity

ADDRESS: 2211 Woodward Ave

PHONE: 313-471-3200

WEBSITE: http://www.olympiaentertainment.com

Fisher Music Center
DESCRIPTION: Built in 1961, this elegant theater hosts the best of Broadway shows; its located inside the spectacular Fisher Building in Detroit's new center area; this theatre has featured Guys And Dolls, The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas, Fiddler On The Roof

ADDRESS: Fisher Building at 3011 West Grand Boulevard

PHONE: 313-872-1000

WEBSITE: http://www.nederlanderdetroit.com/fisher/index.htm

Detroit Repertory Theatre
DESCRIPTION: Began in 1957, this intimate theater features an elegant lobby bar; an interracial theater company is known for "race transcendent" casting inhabits the venue; shuttle service available from downtown hotels and restaurants; notable plays performed here include Missizzy And The Angel Tree and Jar The Floor

ADDRESS: 3103 Woodrow Wilson

PHONE: 313-868-1347

WEBSITE: http://www.detroitreptheatre.com

Gem and Century Theatres
DESCRIPTION: Designed by architect George D. Madison in the 1920s and recently restored, the 450-seat theater boasts an intricately painted ceiling and proscenium panels; the adjoining Century Club houses a 200-seat cabaret-style theater and an upscale restaurant

ADDRESS: 333 Madison Ave

PHONE: 313-963-9800

WEBSITE: http://www.gemtheatre.com

Masonic Temple Theatre
DESCRIPTION: The largest Masonic Temple in the world has hosted many of the world's greatest entertainers for four generations; known for hosting Broadway musicals

ADDRESS: 500 Temple Avenue

PHONE: 313-832-7100

WEBSITE: http://www.themasonic.com

 

Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts
DESCRIPTION: Dubbed "the dance capital of the Mid-America," this beautiful, historic theater resounds with national dance, comedy, jazz, pop music and opera artists; features four choreographers and six dance troupes; also known for featuring multicultural artists

ADDRESS: 350 Madison Ave

PHONE: 313-963-2366

WEBSITE: http://www.musichall.org

Majestic Theatre
DESCRIPTION: A hot spot for nationally recognized Jazz, Blues, Rock and Reggae concerts as well as special events; this historical venue was also the final place Harry Houdini performed

ADDRESS: 4120 Woodward Ave

PHONE: 313-833-9700

WEBSITE: http://www.majesticdetroit.com

Detroit Film Theatre
DESCRIPTION: An well appreciated venue for art-house films screened every weekend from autumn to spring at this respected theater; also loved for featuring a number of Classic films

ADDRESS: Detroit Institute of Arts at 5200 Woodward Ave

PHONE: 313-833-2323

WEBSITE: http://www.dia.org/dft




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