Gem Theatre (Detroit)

Gem Theatre
Location between Century Theatre and Ford Field
Interactive map of Gem Theatre
Former namesLittle, Rivoli, Drury Lane Europa, Cinema, & Vanguard Playhouse
Location333 Madison Street
Detroit, Michigan 48226
Coordinates42°20′15.63″N 83°2′46.22″W / 42.3376750°N 83.0461722°W / 42.3376750; -83.0461722
OwnerForbes Hospitality
Seating typeTraditional row and aisle seating in balcony; cabaret tables at stage level
Capacity456
TypeWedding venue and general event venue, former movie theater
Construction
Opened1927
Closed1978
Reopened1991
Website
Gem Theatre
Century Building and Little Theatre
Former location in Parking Lot #2, left, of Comerica Park
Coordinates42°20′15″N 83°2′47″W / 42.33750°N 83.04639°W / 42.33750; -83.04639
AreaComerica Park
ArchitectGeorge D. Mason
Former location62 East Columbia Street
Detroit, Michigan 48201
Architectural styleRenaissance Revival, Spanish Revival
NRHP reference No.85000993
Added to NRHPMay 9, 1985

The Gem Theatre is an event facility located in Detroit, Michigan that has served as both wedding venue and private event space since 1991. Operated by Forbes Hospitality, the building consists of two theater spaces, Gem Theatre and Century Theatre. The venue also houses Century Dining Room on its lower level, and Century Club on the main level, acting as the building’s central hub. Once a traditional theater space with a rich history, today Gem Theatre aims to create unique, memorable experiences through its ornate architecture, hand-painted dining rooms, and outdoor patio.