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'The Phantom of the Opera' to close on Broadway next year
Read full article: 'The Phantom of the Opera' to close on Broadway next yearโThe Phantom of the Operaโ โ Broadwayโs longest-running show โ is scheduled to close in February 2023, a victim of post-pandemic softening in theater attendance in New York.
Michigan theaters excited to reopen in October, but still face challenges
Read full article: Michigan theaters excited to reopen in October, but still face challengesDETROIT โ When Michigan was forced to shut down in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, it meant theaters and theater jobs went on a hiatus. Nationwide, an estimated 90 percent of those venues that were forced to close during the pandemic will likely not reopen. For the Royal Oakโs Stagecrafters Community Theater, the decision was to not only close but suspend their season on an opening night. Gretchen Whitmer allowing theaters and venues to reopen stating Oct. 9 may be the revival theaters and those who work inside them have been waiting for. That means for most small theaters, itโs not enough to keep the house lights on.
Detroitโs Majestic Theatre Center listed for sale
Read full article: Detroitโs Majestic Theatre Center listed for saleDETROIT โ As Michigan businesses slowly start to reopen, Detroitโs historic Majestic Theatre has been placed on the market. The Majestic Theatre and Magic Stick are both part of the National Independent Venue Association. In May, the organization estimated 90% of independent venues nationwide could close down permanently due to COVID-19. RELATED: Independent music venues look to Lansing for assistance amid pandemicIn 2018, the Majestic Theatre underwent a $1 million renovation to restore its faรงade and improve the stage and concert area. The Majestic Theatre was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2008.