The historic Gem Theatre, centrally located on Madison Avenue, is one of Detroit’s most beautiful and dramatic locations for weddings, presentations, and special events, with ornate Spanish Revival and Arts & Crafts architecture, warm hand-painted dining rooms, and an exquisitely landscaped garden patio.
Estd. 1903
Gem Theatre
333 Madison Street
Amenities &
Offerings
With each event we host we bring over 30 years of hospitality experience and expertise.
We pride ourselves on being not only a full-service hospitality solution but a collaborative partner that knows how to make your occasion the perfect experience.
Four Unique Event Spaces Available
The Gem Theatre – the heart of the building – perfect for dinner and a program, dancing and reception, a performance or a ceremony.
Century Club – the hub of the complex, great for a cocktail reception, strolling appetizers, small dinner, or additional space for a larger event.
Century Theatre – perfect lighting for a ceremony, small meeting, cocktail hour, or additional space used with the Mezzanine of the Gem Theatre.
Century Dining Room – the ideal location for a sit-down lunch or dinner for groups for 150 or more or for additional meeting space.
Up to a 450 Person Capacity
The Gem Theatre can accommodate occasions from 50 to 450 persons and everything in between.
Full-service Catering and Bar Service
As the exclusive provider of food & beverage service for both the Gem Theatre and Colony Club, we pride ourselves on only the finest cuisines and libations, prepared fresh and on-site.
Striking Outdoor Garden + Patio
From May through October we invite you to enjoy our beautifully landscaped patio, perfect for intimate cocktail hour in the heart of the entertainment district.
Full Audio/Visual Capabilities
Need a dramatic or tech component to your event? Inquire about our full range of A/V services, event lighting, and more.
Convenient Parking
We offer pre-paid parking for wedding and private event guests at the Gem Theatre Garage.
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Planning & Resources
Resources Page
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Plan Your Occasion
Begin planning your occasion with a visit to our Weddings or Private Events pages.
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About Us
Learn more about Forbes Hospitality and what’s behind every occasion we host.
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A Brief History
The Gem Theatre
The Gem Theatre is a performing arts complex that is actually comprised of two theaters: the cabaret-style Century Theatre, built in 1903, and the Spanish Revival style Gem Theatre, built in 1927.
The Gem Theatre is included on the National Register of Historic Places and, after a record shattering move to its current location in 1997, is also listed in the Guiness Book of World Records for the furthest known relocation of a sizable building (1,850 ft.).
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