Remodeled as a live theatre in 1961 under management of the Nederlander Theatrical Corporation, the Fisher is now adorned with marble, Indian rosewood and walnut paneling, and crystal and bronze decorative work. The original 3,500 seats were scaled down to 2,089 to ensure an intimate atmosphere and optimal sightlines.
Over the last 50 years, the Fisher Theatre has been a favorite venue of many of Broadway’s brightest stars, like Mary Martin, Carol Channing, Joel Grey, Bernadette Peters and Lynn Redgrave, and hosted the world premieres of HELLO DOLLY, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, SWEET CHARITY and GOLDEN BOY.
The national touring cast of Hell‘s Kitchen arrives at The Fisher Theatre. Hell’s Kitchen features pop hits from Grammy Award-winning Alicia Keys. Hell‘s Kitchen is a story of a young girl growing up in Manhattan trying to chase her dreams, find love, and navigate the city.
The hit theater production The Simon & Garfunkel Story will return to the road in 2026 and will visit nearly 60 U.S. cities, kicking off in Farmington, NM, on January 17.
Conductor/Music Director Emily Marshall and Associate Conductor Heidi Joosten are set to join the U.S. leg of Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert – The 20th Anniversary Tour. Kicking off Sunday, September 14 in Iowa City, the tour will head to more than 70 cities, including Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Boston, and many more.
IT's SHOWTIME! Beetlejuice the frightening fun musical has returned to Detroit! The demon you know and love is haunting the Fisher Theatre this summer. Beetlejuice tells the story of a grieving family moving into a haunted house that has twists and turns you have to see to believe. Like the song says I hope you're ready for a show about death!
The new North American tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will stop at Detroit’s Fisher Theatre for a limited five-performance engagement from November 21–23, 2025.
Casting and cities have been announced for the North American Tour of SUFFS. The tour will have its first public performance on September 8, 2025, at the Capitol Theatre in Yakima, WA, and will officially open at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle on September 19, 2025.
Casting and cities has been announces for the North American tour of The Outsiders, the Tony Award® winning Best Musical. The tour will tech and launch at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre in Buffalo, NY, before its official opening in Tulsa, OK, on Wednesday, October 8 at Tulsa Performing Arts Center.
Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) and UN Messenger of Peace is coming to Detroit's Fisher Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
“The Life and Music of George Michael” will return to the road this fall, visiting more than 20 cities across the U.S. Relive the magic of George Michael with this dynamically staged concert-style show chronicling his remarkable musical journey and deep connection with fans.
Ina Garten (aka the Barefoot Contessa) is the author of thirteen bestselling cookbooks, a beloved Food Network personality, Instagram sensation, and cultural icon, with millions of followers in the US and abroad. She will make a stop at Detroit's Fisher Theatre Thursday, February 26 at 7:30 p.m.
The world premiere of the PlayStation | The Concert global tour launched last month in Dublin to rave reviews and will make its stop at Detroit's Fisher Theatre. Learn more!
The U.S. tour dates have been announced for PlayStation® | The Concert, a groundbreaking live music event that brings the most iconic gaming soundtracks to life, live on stage.
A Drag Queen Christmas will return for its 11th year in 2025, launching a 38-city national tour this November including a stop at Detroit's Fisher Theatre Wednesday, November 12.
“The Life and Music of George Michael” will return to the road this fall visiting more than 20 cities across the U.S. including Detroit's Fisher Theatre. Learn more here!
Fisher Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is next for Fisher Theatre?
Fisher Theatre's next show is Suffs which begins performances on 4/14/2026.
What when was Fisher Theatre built?
Fisher Theatre was built in 1928.
How many seats does Fisher Theatre have?
Fisher Theatre has 2089 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Fisher Theatre?
Hello, Dolly! which ran from 1/16/1964 to 12/27/1970, Seesaw which ran from 3/18/1973 to 12/8/1973, Martin Guerre which ran from 9/29/1999 to 4/8/2000,