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Believed to have a rep for industry, the excess and quality of Detroit theaters show that city has culture as well. Theaters in Detroit accommodate visitors and residents attempting to find dramatic performances on the stage as well as all different types of music. Detroit theaters offerings range from dramas, comedies, the classics, musicals and children's theater to instructional classes and workshops. Theaters in Detroit are acoustically superb and architecturally surprising, with numerous historical buildings continuing the art of theatre and music.
The Fillmore Detroit
An elegant location built in the 1920s as a movie house, the Detroit Fillmore was reconstructed and revitalised as a concert locale, but kept the signature candelabrums and grandiose style of its origins. Today, the Fillmore hosts mostly big name rock acts like Floggy Molly, Lenny Kravitz and Jane's Dependence. The Fillmore has a state-of-the-art audio and visual to go with the acts that hit the stage, and can accommodate the massive number of guests that go with the big name acts that it books. Both all ages and 21+ events are booked at the Fillmore and rely on the event. The Fillmore offers its guests indulgent snacks like Philly Steak Sandwiches, Western Burgers and nachos, as well as a full selection of wine, beer and mixed cocktails. Nearby trattorias advocated by the Fillmore are Rub BBQ, Centaur, Town Pump, Bookie's, Elwood Diner and Bucharest Grill.
Wharton Center
Detroit's largest performing humanities locale, the Wharton Theatre has four unique stages that offer Broadway shows, dance performances, famous acts and classical music. The Wharton Center is recognised internationally for its performances and commissions in theatre and music. Performances occur at the Pasant Theatre, MSU Concert Auditorium, Cobb Great Hall and Fairchild Theatre. Past performances have included the the Phantom of the Opera, Wicked and Lion King. The Wharton is also awfully interested in promoting dance, jazz and other arts with more than 100 performances per season. The Wharton has a large capacity and diversity of facilities to simply be Detroit's most flexible performance location, as well as being the vanguard of excellence in the humanities community of Detroit and Michigan.
The Majestic
Originally built in 1915, today the Majestic Theatre is billed as one of the premiere concert halls in Detroit, featuring live jazz, blues, rock, folk and more. In addition to music, The Majestic also offers bowling, billiards and food in the Majestic Cafe. The Alley deck is a roof-top outside patio bar open May-September for drinks during shows at the Sorcery Stick, one of Detroit's top onstage music locales. The Magic Stick has been honored by the likes of Rolling Stone Magazine and the Metro Times. Acts passing across the Majestic Theatre and the Magic Stick include Dark Star Orchestra, Sick of It All, Black Flag and local Detroit hip-hop group The Anonymous.
Harpos Concert Theatre
For those who like their rock as tough as metal, Detroit does it right at Harpos Concert Theatre. Designed in 1939 by Charles N. Agree, the theatre has a definite Deco style complete with marquee and neon signs. Today it rages on as one of the best underground and metal concert halls in Detroit, with massive name acts like Black Veil Brides, Children of Bodom and Soulfly.
Max M. Fisher Orchestra Hall
The Max M. Fisher Music Center comprises a selection of facilities, one of which is the Detroit Orchestra?s performance locale, the Orchestra Hall. Built in 1919, the Orchestra Hall has glorious acoustics, cutting edge audio-visual capacity and a 2000 guest capacity. Decorated in the opulent style that was favored during its birth time, the Orchestra Hall is chicly decorated in a classic style that captures all of the grandeur that could be a night out at the symphony.
The Music Box at Max M. Fisher
For smaller performances or available for non-public events, The Music Box seats 450 for performances or 320 at banquet tables. The Music Box is acoustically designed, and also capable of providing audio and visual support for performances or non-public events. The Music Box even has gorgeous maple woods floors for dancing if the occasion happens. Opposite Atrium and Allesee Hall can also be utilized to accommodate larger parties or functions, non-public or public.
Herman and Sharon Frankel Donor Lounge at Max M. Fisher
Before events, guests might enjoy the Herman and Sharon Frankel Donor Lounge at Max M. Fisher. The lounge is richly decorated with marble inlays and wooden floors, designer glass and wood wall paneling, italian leather chairs and marble tabletops. The lounge commissioned glass artists Lucio Bubacco of Murano, the birthplace and capital of art glass, in addition to Ginny Ruffner and Martin Blank of Seattle to create sculptures to incorporate in the lounge. Enjoyed by guests on concert nights, the lounge is also an excellent location for non-public dinners and events for as much as 100 guests.
The Atrium at Max M. Fisher
An attractive setting for any event, on concert nights guests can explore the Atrium's four stories of glass, mahogany and Silverwater limestone floor. Designed with oblong geometrics as the cultured, the Atrium is colorfully lit to showcase its minimalist and modern beauty, leaving guests to understand the easy sweetness of its intentionally chosen structural elements.
The Fillmore Detroit
An elegant location built in the 1920s as a movie house, the Detroit Fillmore was reconstructed and revitalised as a concert locale, but kept the signature candelabrums and grandiose style of its origins. Today, the Fillmore hosts mostly big name rock acts like Floggy Molly, Lenny Kravitz and Jane's Dependence. The Fillmore has a state-of-the-art audio and visual to go with the acts that hit the stage, and can accommodate the massive number of guests that go with the big name acts that it books. Both all ages and 21+ events are booked at the Fillmore and rely on the event. The Fillmore offers its guests indulgent snacks like Philly Steak Sandwiches, Western Burgers and nachos, as well as a full selection of wine, beer and mixed cocktails. Nearby trattorias advocated by the Fillmore are Rub BBQ, Centaur, Town Pump, Bookie's, Elwood Diner and Bucharest Grill.
Wharton Center
Detroit's largest performing humanities locale, the Wharton Theatre has four unique stages that offer Broadway shows, dance performances, famous acts and classical music. The Wharton Center is recognised internationally for its performances and commissions in theatre and music. Performances occur at the Pasant Theatre, MSU Concert Auditorium, Cobb Great Hall and Fairchild Theatre. Past performances have included the the Phantom of the Opera, Wicked and Lion King. The Wharton is also awfully interested in promoting dance, jazz and other arts with more than 100 performances per season. The Wharton has a large capacity and diversity of facilities to simply be Detroit's most flexible performance location, as well as being the vanguard of excellence in the humanities community of Detroit and Michigan.
The Majestic
Originally built in 1915, today the Majestic Theatre is billed as one of the premiere concert halls in Detroit, featuring live jazz, blues, rock, folk and more. In addition to music, The Majestic also offers bowling, billiards and food in the Majestic Cafe. The Alley deck is a roof-top outside patio bar open May-September for drinks during shows at the Sorcery Stick, one of Detroit's top onstage music locales. The Magic Stick has been honored by the likes of Rolling Stone Magazine and the Metro Times. Acts passing across the Majestic Theatre and the Magic Stick include Dark Star Orchestra, Sick of It All, Black Flag and local Detroit hip-hop group The Anonymous.
Harpos Concert Theatre
For those who like their rock as tough as metal, Detroit does it right at Harpos Concert Theatre. Designed in 1939 by Charles N. Agree, the theatre has a definite Deco style complete with marquee and neon signs. Today it rages on as one of the best underground and metal concert halls in Detroit, with massive name acts like Black Veil Brides, Children of Bodom and Soulfly.
Max M. Fisher Orchestra Hall
The Max M. Fisher Music Center comprises a selection of facilities, one of which is the Detroit Orchestra?s performance locale, the Orchestra Hall. Built in 1919, the Orchestra Hall has glorious acoustics, cutting edge audio-visual capacity and a 2000 guest capacity. Decorated in the opulent style that was favored during its birth time, the Orchestra Hall is chicly decorated in a classic style that captures all of the grandeur that could be a night out at the symphony.
The Music Box at Max M. Fisher
For smaller performances or available for non-public events, The Music Box seats 450 for performances or 320 at banquet tables. The Music Box is acoustically designed, and also capable of providing audio and visual support for performances or non-public events. The Music Box even has gorgeous maple woods floors for dancing if the occasion happens. Opposite Atrium and Allesee Hall can also be utilized to accommodate larger parties or functions, non-public or public.
Herman and Sharon Frankel Donor Lounge at Max M. Fisher
Before events, guests might enjoy the Herman and Sharon Frankel Donor Lounge at Max M. Fisher. The lounge is richly decorated with marble inlays and wooden floors, designer glass and wood wall paneling, italian leather chairs and marble tabletops. The lounge commissioned glass artists Lucio Bubacco of Murano, the birthplace and capital of art glass, in addition to Ginny Ruffner and Martin Blank of Seattle to create sculptures to incorporate in the lounge. Enjoyed by guests on concert nights, the lounge is also an excellent location for non-public dinners and events for as much as 100 guests.
The Atrium at Max M. Fisher
An attractive setting for any event, on concert nights guests can explore the Atrium's four stories of glass, mahogany and Silverwater limestone floor. Designed with oblong geometrics as the cultured, the Atrium is colorfully lit to showcase its minimalist and modern beauty, leaving guests to understand the easy sweetness of its intentionally chosen structural elements.
About the Author:
Frank Herbert has been interested in Detroit theatres and concert halls for many years. The author has written op-eds and editorial pieces about attractions Detroit has to offer for many web publications. For more information about theaters and concert halls in Detroit, please visit his site.
