Theaters are buildings or outdoor areas in which plays and other performances are given including amphitheaters, auditoriums, opera houses, etc.
Music Venues and Theaters
Traverse City, MI
Opened in 1892, the historic City Opera House in downtown Traverse City, MI, is a cornerstone of culture in the Grand Traverse region. Its elegant auditorium features a barrel vault ceiling, fresco paintings, gold leaf accents and Victorian styling while offering state-of-the-art lighting and sound. The Victorian venue hosts performing arts, concerts, and stand up comedy as well as multiple arts education programs and community events throughout the year. ...
New Baltimore, MI
The Diesel Concert Venue entertainment complex in New Baltimore, MI, contains Diesel Lounge & Concert Theatre, the premier concert venue in the Detroit Metro area that features live national and local bands. Diesel Concert Lounge has a 350 person capacity and Diesel Concert Theatre holds 700. ...
Music Venues and Theaters
Detroit, MI
Located in Detroit’s New Center Area Historic District, the Fisher Theatre seats 2,089 in an intimate atmosphere with optimal sightlines. The Fisher Theatre is a favorite venue of many of Broadway’s brightest stars. The Ambassador Theatre Group acquired the iconic theater in 2021. ...
Pontiac, MI
A fomer 1920’s vaudeville house, the historic Flagstar Strand Theatre is Metro Detroit’s entertainment destination. Boasting 882 permanent theater-style seats with two balconies, state-of-the-art sound and lighting, stunning architecture and incredible acoustics, the Grand Theatre is perfect for concerts, theater, comedy and more. The facility also includes a fully equipped screening room, Charlene’s Theatre Bar in the lobby, and the 250-capacity Second @ Strand event space.Each summer, the Marquee Concert Series allows patrons to gather on Saginaw Street and enjoy live music from the theater’s outdoor Marquee Stage, plus food and drinks from downtown Pontiac restaurants. ...
Music Venues and Theaters
Marshall, MI
Built in 1921, The Joyce and Lucy Franke Center for the Arts is a gorgeous, historic theater set in picturesque Marshall, MI. The Franke Auditorium is a 260-seat auditorium with a balcony and adorned with magnificent stained glass windows and ceiling dome, rich velvety drapes, comfortable seating, and outstanding acoustics. ...
Jackson, MI
George E. Potter Center at Jackson College in Jackson, MI, is the most versatile performing arts complex in the area, containing three main performance spaces.The Harold Sheffer Music Hall seats 1,549 patrons. The music hall has the capability to present even the largest of the Broadway touring companies.The Ruth M. Day Theatre is a multiple form, experimental theatre that seats up to 184.Michael Baughman Theatre seats 403.Located on the first floor of Potter Center, the Robert Snyder Dining Commons is an excellent facility for wedding receptions, banquets and other special events. The maximum capacity is 360. In addition to the Snyder Dining Room, Jackson College offers community rooms in Bert Walker Hall, as well as banquet and meeting space at the W.J. Maher Campus. ...
Petoskey, MI
The Great Lakes Center for the Arts is a performing arts venue located on the shores of Lake Michigan in Bay Harbor. Opened in 2018, the Center presents a year-round line-up of events across all performing arts genres including music, theater, dance, comedy and more. The 525-seat theater includes box seating and features state-of-the-art acoustics and equipment including a 45′ cinema screen and Dolby theatrical surround sound. ...
Lansing, MI
Originally built in 1926, Grewal Hall at 224 is a premier live music and events venue in downtown Lansing, MI. The two-level main hall has an open-architecture ceiling with exposed steel trusses providing for good sightlines from its main floor and second floor mezzanine. The venue features state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment and includes a full-service bar and catering kitchen. With a standing room capacity of 900, Grewal Hall is able to accommodate national touring music and comedy as well as showcasing the talents of local artists. ...
Music Venues and Theaters
Detroit, MI
Built in 1939, Harpos Concert Theatre is a legendary rock venue in Detroit, MI. The historic theater is known primarily for hosting heavy metal and hard rock acts. The venue features theater staging, state-of-the-art sound, and three massive video screens. ...
Music Venues and Theaters
Ironwood, MI
Built in 1928, the Historic Ironwood Theatre is an independent nonprofit venue in Ironwood, MI. ...
Kalamazoo, MI
The State Theatre also known as the Kalamazoo State Theatre in Kalamazoo, MI, was designed by renowned architect John Eberson in 1927 to create the feel of a Spanish garden. The theater is one of the very few remaining atmospheric picture palaces still intact. Today Kalamazoo’s beautiful, intimate, historic live concert venue brings you the best in live music, comedy, and more. ...
Lowell, MI
Connecting regional artists and audiences through the visual and performing arts, LowellArts offers art exhibitions, theatre and music performances, arts classes for all ages, Lowell Showboat Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts, Fallasburg Arts Festival, and special arts events. LowellArts Gallery Concerts are presented in the LowellArts Gallery located in the heart of downtown Lowell, MI. ...
Ludington, MI
Housed in a former church, the Ludington Area Center for the Arts is a volunteer-run community center containing an art gallery and performance hall. The venue hosts a variety of free visual art exhibitions and performing arts events throughout the year. The LACA art gallery highlights original works of art by local, regional, and Michigan artists.The 350-seat LACA Performance Hall is the former church sanctuary featuring a proscenium stage equipped with state-of-the-art sound, a large video wall, theatrical lighting, and more. The performance space is ideal for acoustic music, theater, music, film and dance productions.The Main Gallery at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts can accommodate up to 125 standing. ...
Music Venues and Theaters
Midland, MI
Built in 1970, Midland Center for the Arts is the cultural destination in the Great Lakes Bay Region located in Discovery Square next to Dow Gardens in Midland, MI. The Midland Center offers an abundance of well-equipped, one-of-a-kind spaces in beautiful settings including its 1,500-seat auditorium, 400-seat Little Theater, a 97-seat Lecture-Recital Hall, two museums, art studios, rehearsal rooms and more. Event spaces includes the Red Carpet Lobby and Brick Lobby, and the 100-capacity Pendulum Lounge, a unique experience celebrating Midland’s history. ...
Music Venues and Theaters
Owosso, MI
Home of the Summer Nights Live concert series, Owosso Amphitheater is an outdoor venue along the Shiawassee River across from Curwood Castle Park in downtown Owosso, MI. This performing arts venue is home to concerts and events all summer long. The Owosso Area Amphitheater Association, through a lease with the city, operates the amphitheater. ...
Holland, MI
The Park Theatre is a nonprofit multi-use venue located in the heart of Holland, MI. The theater has played host to concerts, receptions, comedy troupes, dinner theater productions, nonprofit fundraisers, reunions, and birthday parties. Capacity for the building is 300, with seating for around 250 people. ...
Manistee, MI
The Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts (RRCA) is a nonprofit organization that manages and operates the Ramsdell Theatre under lease from the City of Manistee, MI. ...
Music Venues and Theaters
Houghton, MI
Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts at Michigan Tech is the largest performing arts center in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Facilities include the flexible 1,067-capacity James and Margaret Black Performance Hall, the 500-capacity Sam and Grace Horner Lobby, and the black box McArdle Theater.The Rozsa Performing Arts Center Presenting Series brings a wide variety of world-class national and international performances to the Keweenaw including national touring dance, theatre and cirque productions; distinguished speakers, comedians, and artists; and university jazz, symphony and broadway events. ...
Detroit, MI
Originally opened in 1908, Saint Andrew’s Hall is an iconic venue in Detroit, MI, that has hosted a multitude of live acts. Originally home to the Scottish Society of Detroit, the music venue is located in Bricktown, close to the Detroit River and Greektown. St. Andrew’s Hall Theater can accommodate up to 1,000 guests. ...
Saginaw, MI
Opened in 1927, the historic Temple Theatre is a one-of-a-kind venue for live performances, meetings, and events. Featuring two balconies, the main auditorium can seat up to 1,750 guests with clear sightlines to the 81′ stage. The Temple Theatre is also home to the world’s only Barton Butterfield Special organ in original condition.The Temple Theatre is part of the TempleArts family of arts organizations based in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region. ...
Pontiac, MI
In a building built in 1830, The Crofoot Complex is a historic, yet modern multi-room entertainment complex in the heart of Oakland County in downtown Pontiac, MI. Its venues and spaces include The Crofoot Ballroom, The Pike Room, The Vernors Room, The Crofoot Café and The Patio. The Crofoot is a family owned and operated venue with state-of-the-art facilities known as one of the best intimate venues around. ...
Detroit, MI
First opened in 1915, The Majestic Theatre Center is Midtown Detroit’s premier entertainment complex. The historic landmark houses The Garden Bowl, The Majestic Cafe, Sgt. Pepperoni’s and the Alley Deck plus two nationally-renowned live music rooms: The Magic Stick and The Majestic Theatre.The Majestic Theatre Detroit has 75′ ceilings, a hardwood finished stage, full service bar, dedicated entrance with lobby and private dressing rooms. The 1,100-capacity, independent concert house features live music and entertainment from touring indie rock, metal, punk, blues, jazz, folk, hip hop, world beat and electronic artists. ...
Lansing, MI
Founded in 2015, The Robin Theatre is a community-focused performing arts space located in the REO Town district south of Lansing, MI. The Robin Theatre curates an eclectic series of music, comedy, poetry and more. ...
Coldwater, MI
Built in 1882, Tibbits Opera House is a historic performance venue in downtown Coldwater, MI. Tibbits presents professional touring artists, children’s programs, art exhibits as well as community arts and cultural events. The intimate 499-seat theater offers nearly-perfect acoustics and great entertainment year-round. ...
Music Venues and Theaters
Grand Rapids, MI
Wealthy Theatre is a historic movie theater and performance center in SE Grand Rapids, MI, operated by the Grand Rapids Community Media Center. Built in 1911, the Wealthy Theatre Complex includes the 400-capacity Peter Wege Auditorium and the additional 60-capacity Koning Micro-Cinema. Wealthy Theatre hosts retro and indie films, live music, comedy, theatre, presentations, community gatherings and more. ...
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