Detroit’s storied Majestic Theatre is getting a $1M upgrade. According to The Detroit News, the three-phase renovation project will upgrade the stage curtains, sound system, first-floor cafe, and concert hall ceilings. The project will also restore the Majestic Theatre’s original Art Deco facade, added in 1934.
“We think the future is brighter than ever in Detroit and now is the perfect time to invest and grow our business,” said owner Dave Zainea in a news release. “We will now be able to bring more top-notch bands and performers to Midtown … This project will add jobs and help improve the local economy in Detroit.”
In conjunction with that announcement, the Majestic Theatre revealed that they have partnered with concert giant AEG Presents in an effort to bring in high-level acts throughout the year. The new agreement will see AEG promote upwards of 100 shows at the historic Detroit venue.
“We’re very excited to be part of the restoration of such a historic and famed music venue in Detroit,” said Jason Rogalewski, AEG Presents vice president of talent. “The Majestic is a celebrated club that we’ve all enjoyed seeing amazing performances at throughout the years. Our team looks forward to promoting over 100 concerts a year at the legendary theater and helping to continue its time-honored status as a concert venue in the market.”
The Majestic’s surrounding complex is also home to a number of other hangouts including The Garden Bowl, all of which will remain open throughout this summer’s renovations. The Garden Bowl bowling alley has operated for 104 years inside the Majestic’s complex. The theater opened in 1915, and was officially listed on the National Register of Historic places in 2008.
For information on upcoming events at The Majestic Theatre in Detroit, head to the venue’s website.
[H/T The Detroit News]