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Detroit Opera House

Address:
1526 Broadway

Detroit, MI 48226

SEATING CAPACITY: 2700
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Detroit Opera House History

The Detroit Opera House is located on the corners of Broadway Street and Madison Street at Grand Circus Park. Formally the Capitol Theater, this 2,700-seat venue is the home of productions of the Michigan Opera Theatre and a variety of other events.

Shows at the Detroit Opera House

DATES PRODUCTION
3/12/2026 - 4/5/2026 The Lion King (2002)
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2/4/2026 - 2/15/2026 The Phantom of the Opera (2025)
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10/28/2025 - 11/9/2025 Back to the Future: The Musical (2024)
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9/17/2024 - 10/6/2024 Moulin Rouge! (2022)
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1/24/2024 - 2/18/2024 Wicked (2009)
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11/29/2023 - 9/1/2024 Frozen (2019)
1/31/2023 - 9/14/2025 Beetlejuice (2022)
12/6/2022 - 8/4/2024 Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (2022)
7/12/2022 - 7/24/2022 My Fair Lady (2019)
1/27/2022 - 2/20/2022 The Lion King (2002)
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2/4/2020 - 2/9/2020 Jesus Christ Superstar (2019)
12/12/2018 - 1/13/2019 Aladdin (2017)
8/7/2018 - 9/2/2018 Wicked (2009)
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2/1/2017 - 2/26/2017 The Lion King (2002)
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12/15/2015 - 12/27/2015 Newsies The Musical (2014)
12/10/2014 - 1/4/2015 Wicked (2009)
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6/17/2014 - 6/29/2014 The Wizard of Oz (2013)
12/3/2013 - 12/15/2013 Elf The Musical (2013)
4/19/2012 - 4/19/2012 Shatner's World: We Just Live In It (2012)
1/17/2012 - 1/22/2012 American Idiot (2011)
12/7/2011 - 12/31/2011 Wicked (2009)
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12/16/2010 - 1/2/2011 Mary Poppins (2009)
2/23/2010 - 3/14/2010 Young Frankenstein (2009)

News


Dance Theatre Of Harlem to Welcome Jimmy Choo President Jaime Wynn To Its Board Of Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025

Dance Theatre of Harlem, under the leadership of Chairman of the Board Ackneil M. Muldrow, III, has named Jaime Wynn, President of Jimmy Choo Americas, as the newest member of its Board of Directors.
FIREBIRD And More Set for Dance Theatre of Harlem 2026 New York Season at City Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2025

Dance Theatre of Harlem will return to New York City Center April 16–19, 2026, featuring the revival of Firebird alongside works by Robert Garland, William Forsythe, and Jodie Gates.
Aaron LaVigne and Jenna Rubaii Bring RADIO RECALL to the Encore
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2025

The Encore Musical Theatre Company will present Radio Recall-a dynamic and emotionally resonant tribute concert conceived & created by Broadway veterans Aaron LaVigne & Jenna Rubaii.
Jimmy Fallon to Bring THE TONIGHT SHOW to Detroit for Special One-Night Episode
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2025

“The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” is hitting the road and heading to the Motor City for its first-ever visit to Detroit, for a one-night-only special episode at the historic Detroit Opera House on Sunday, Sept. 14. 
Raphael Saadiq Expands One-Man Show ‘No Bandwidth’ Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 8, 2025

Following a run this summer, Grammy-award-winner Raphael Saadiq has announced the expansion of his one-man show No Bandwidth: One Man, One Night, Three Decades of Hits with twenty-two new Fall tour dates.
Detroit Opera to Present Anthony Davis's THE CENTRAL PARK FIVE This Month
by Josh Sharpe - May 9, 2025

On May 10, 16, and 18, Detroit Opera will present The Central Park Five, directed by Nataki Garrett and featuring a new, expanded orchestration by composer Anthony Davis.
Broadway In Detroit's Annual Subscription Test Drive Event Returns To The Fisher Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2025

Broadway In Detroit has announced their third annual Subscription Test Drive event. Theatre fans are invited to visit the Fisher Theatre and personally select their seat for the 2025-26 subscription season.
The Wiggles Drop Star-Studded New Country Album Feat. Dolly Parton, Lainey Wilson, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 7, 2025

The Wiggles have redefined children’s music - and country music itself - with their groundbreaking new album Wiggle Up, Giddy Up!. Featuring never-before-heard songs from Country Queens, Dolly Parton and Lainey Wilson and more. Listen now!
PHANTOM, HAMILTON, and THE LION KING Announced As Broadway In Detroit Season Extras
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025

Broadway In Detroit has announced three blockbuster hit shows coming to Detroit as season extras in the 2025 – 26 season including the highly anticipated new tour of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and more.
HELL'S KITCHEN, SUFFS And More Announced for Broadway In Detroit 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025

Broadway in Detroit has announced its 2025-26 subscription season with seven shows coming to Detroit. Kicking off the season is the 30th anniversary production of Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at the Fisher Theatre.
Review: MOULIN ROUGE THE MUSICAL! at Detroit Opera House
by Emily Schenk - Oct 2, 2024

This Juke Box Musical brings to the stage the songs you know and love from artists like Lady Gaga and Katy Perry but presented in a new and exciting story based on the beloved classic.
Jocelyn Benson To Moderate Hillary Rodham Clinton Tour Stop In Detroit
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2024

The Hillary Rodham Clinton tour has announced Michigan's 43rd Secretary of State and author Jocelyn Benson is set to moderate the Detroit tour stop during the 16-city tour this fall, Secretary Clinton's first tour of the U.S. since 2019.
Hillary Rodham Clinton Adds Tour Stop at Carnegie Hall in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2024

Hillary Rodham Clinton's tour will include a special event at Carnegie Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Hillary Rodham Clinton is Coming to the Detroit Opera House in October
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024

 Former First Lady, Senator from New York, and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton has added 10 additional stops to her Fall tour of the United States due to extraordinary demand including the Detroit Opera House on Monday, October 28 at 7:00 p.m.
Dominique Morisseau to be Keynote Speaker for Inaugural Detroit IMPACT Arts Conference
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2024

Dominique Morisseau will be the keynote speaker for the inaugural Detroit IMPACT Arts Conference. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Gregory Porter Comes to Detroit This Holiday Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2024

 Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Gregory Porter will stop at the Detroit Opera House on December 12 as part of his 2024 Holiday Tour.
Mainstage Casting And Directors Announced for 4th ANNUAL OBSIDIAN THEATRE FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2024

The 4th Annual Obsidian Theatre Festival in Detroit, June 27-30, features new Black plays.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Is Coming To The Detroit Opera House In September
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at the Detroit Opera House from September 17 to October 6.
Broadway in Detroit Will Host Subscription Test Drive Event
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024

Broadway In Detroit has announced their second annual Subscription Test Drive event. Theatre fans are invited to visit the Fisher Theatre and personally select their seat for the 2024-25 subscription season.
Obsidian Theatre Festival Releases New Streaming Content
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2024

The Obsidian Theatre Festival, having just announced the line-up for their 4th Annual Season this summer, has announced the additional release of streaming content from the first three seasons.

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