Michigan Theater is a really enjoyable place to go, regardless of the venue. The restoration and maintenance have really been done well. It will give you a chance to experience how theaters used to be. Plus, its just cool!

We went to see Peg + Cat Live as part of our schools exposure to the arts program. We loved it! The ushers were so amazing with our boys whove never been into a theater like this. All staff made it an enjoyable experience and we will most definitely be back!

Its cute and very old school. They do a great job with the atmosphere. Heads up; if you want to buy a drink you have to also buy this theater club card or something. Its like 5$. No idea why, kinda annoying but it is what it is. Dont lose it because they keep no electronic record of it.

Excellent lineup of movies! This week highly recommend you see On the Basis of Sex!!! Much respect to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg after watching her story and what shes accomplished so far for women in America.

Amazing concert venue, there’s not many historic theaters like this around these days. Staff was very friendly, ushers were helpful, but concessions closed early.

What an amazing place! The pipe organ is such a pleasure to hear and watch as it is played.The staff is very kind and attentive. Concessions are very fast and they have a wonderful variety of snacks and drinks.

Love seeing a live show here. Always a good time, great view no matter where you sit, great sound. Just a FYI, to drink booze you have to join the club for $5. If you frequent the theater, its a great deal. Otherwise not worth it for a 1 night show.

We’re so lucky to have two amazing theaters literally across the street from each other !!!History and preservation of film and art and culture and memory! I’m so blessed!I love Ann Arbor !

This theater is very nice and has kept the magic of the traditional decor alive. Beautiful golden accents.Every seat is a good seat!

My mother always took us kids to holiday sing alongs, I grew up going to movies and events there and even graduated on the stage of the Michigan theater. Needless to say I just love this place. AND they have the best movie popcorn in town

The Michigan Theater is absolutely beautiful! There really isnt a bad seat in the house. We went to see a shadow cast of Rocky Horror Picture Show. We sat up in the mezzanine and could see all of the actors on the stage. 10/10 would recommend.

The Michigan Theater is a wonderful place and a historic gem in the heart of Ann Arbor. The architecture is beautiful, the staff is friendly, and they do a great mix of indie and mainstream movies and events. I love that they play It’s a Wonderful Life every December for free, and it’s a lot of fun to catch the organ music. This is my favorite theater hands down! My only con is that the seats are small and kind of uncomfortable, but that adds to the historic charm.

The Michigan Theater (and the State Theater) should be your first choice to watch a movie in Ann Arbor. The Michigan has a classic vibe and always has an interesting set of independent films and documentaries in addition to some blockbusters. They wont gouge you on snacks and drinks and its a nonprofit! Plus the Michigan is right downtown in the middle of lots of restaurants and bars. Hands down the best movie theater in town.

A lovely old style theater, beautiful historic decor, but smaller seats. Came in for my first time for Bamff & really enjoyed the the balcony the stadium seating made for a great viewing experience!

The manager, who is white, came out and battered me for being in the ally next door and filed a false police report when i was 16.

The Michigan Theatre is probably the most amazing theatre to watch a movie in. I’ve also seen concerts there and the acoustics are amazing. If you do one thing in Ann Arbor while being here, check out this theatre. It won’t disappoint.

I liked the old style of this theater compared to a modern one. We listened to the Ann Arbor symphony orchestra perform Star Wars music, and it was quite good. Only quibble: one of the smaller posters, probably for some movie, had a very graphic picture of a gay sex scene, which is visible as youre walking into the theater. While younger eyes should definitely be shielded be from this, no one needs to see this while theyre just minding their own business.

Worth the drive!Ive gone twice for sing-along movies. Great experience both times. Will certainly be back!

This is a beautiful old theater. The seating is outdated compared to modern theaters and there are no cup holders, but this doesnt stop me from enjoying my time there. Its just a completely different experience from a modern movie theater, complete with showings of films that you wouldnt find elsewhere.

Enjoying the organ music at the Michigan Theater while waiting for the main feature is always a fun experience! Clean historical theater with friendly staff. No assigned seats. Reasonable priced concessions. Support local theaters!

Classic movie with huge restored auditorium and second screening room seating 500 with real projection movie camera, comfortable seats, reasonable prices showing first run movies and special art house productions. A treasure for any movie buff. Restored art deco glamour.

The Michigan Theatre is the place I go to watch movies if I can. The theatre is to me more of a classic theatre and the inside reminds me when I would read about movies and cinema and theatre in the old days way before I was even born. Good reminder of the past.

One of the old time theater houses, even has an organ player. There are smaller theaters for other films. The seats are newly renovated, but the original style. Not as much legroom as a modern theater, but the ambiance is part of that experience.

This theater is gorgeous and they show lots of special things that you cant see anywhere else. In the past year, I especially enjoyed seeing all the Oscar nominated documentary shorts for this year (one ticket and you see all the nominees!) and a filmed performance of the one woman stage show Fleabag. Note that they have a good selection of beer, wine, and mixed drinks for a theater but you do have to have a Michigan Theater membership to buy alcohol.

Class theater. Lots of good seating.

Ann Arbor Concert Band was a great, concert and wonderful, venue has been redone nice new seats embroidered with the M and new enameled floor. Looks beautiful. I love this old theater, reminds me of the ones when I was a kid seeing Disney Films.

Went to see Charlottes Web for a preschool field trip. The ushers were very well organized and got us to our seats with our school quickly. The organist was outstanding! The kids had fun dancing to his music until the show started. The play was great. The actors were very engaging and the kids really enjoyed the show. The theater is beautiful and well maintained. Very clean and brings you back to the old days - a great theater experience!

First time there and was amazed by the detail and effort put toward maintaining the old grandeur. Comfortable seats, and clean. Will watch for other events there in the future.

Needtobreathe accoustic live tour. Loved the show and the venue... We needed a membership to buy a beer though... Whats up with that?

Such a charming and beautiful historic building. It’s very impressive how it’s been so well maintained and the seating is still very comfortable. We watched some movies during our weekend visit and it felt like going back in time for us. Not having an old fashioned venue like this around our home made it much more special. Glad my daughter will be going to school nearby so we can stop by again sometimes. Keep up the good work!

We got in smoothly, the ushers knew where to send us.If you are over 52 you will need extra knee room....in the balcony area. The KebMo concert was great! We could see the stage very good,from our balcony seats.The sound quality is outstanding.

Beautiful decor, really has a vintage feel. The acoustics are also quite impressive. Staff have been pleasant on each of my visits. I have absolutely nothing bad to say about this establishment

Nostalgic, well maintained, and impressive shows, events, and screenings! Its always a joy to visit.

Attended for a music of Harry Potter event and it was very nice. Well decorated for the event and helpful staff.

A beautiful and historic theater. Arrive early and listen to the organist play. One warning: if you are claustrophobic or dont like touching people you will hate these seats. They are very close together. If you get stuck in the middle of a row you will have to step on ten peoples feet before you even reach the aisle.

Great historic theater. A wonderful place to see movies, liver performances, and concerts. Beautiful architecture by Maurice Finkel built in 1928.

Classic film venue in downtown A2 with a retro flair. Wooden seating like in the old days, so be prepared. Smaller theater rooms make it cozy. I liked it!

A beautifully restored 1920s era movie palace. The nonprofit foundation shows a nice selection of vintage and modern films. The theater hosts the Ann Arbor Film Festival and live concerts. I saw an awesome presentation of Metropolis complete with original soundtrack performed on the newly refurbished Barton organ.

Great location, close to parking. Floor is sloped so not a bad seat in the house.

Caught a showing of fantastic fungi in the Annex. Cozy but comfortable with excellent visual and audio experience.

Absolutely wonderful! We saw the Princess Bride there, and it was fun! Such a great audience!

A nice vintage theater that plays new movies every now and then. The organist who plays before every screening is an absolute treasure and adds to the experience.

Beautiful space. Helpful friendly staff.

Saw Jaws there. Not too bad but it was more expensive them I thought. Also not as classy as I heard it was. Nice Organ before the movie and introduction to this Movie series by a Rep. of the Theatre. I wont go outta my way to go (it was a 45 minute drive). Actually I have more fun at my normal theater. Not bad but not too special.

Incredible! What an amazing space...saw Amos Lee here which was just spectacular! He was great! The venue was great! The staff was great! Parking is close and a walk around downtown after the show was great too. The sound was much better than I thought it might be as well for the age of the building.

Recently enjoyed the Will Kratts show and it was fabulous, the best Ive seen for children. We enjoyed it as much as the kids. If youre an animal lover, check their show out. You wont be sorry. This is a very nice theater! Has lots of style and personality. Comfortable seats and snack bar available during intermissions.

It was fun how the guy played the piano before the movie started. Very unique and different. The building is beautiful and you feel quite classic being there. If I lived closer I would see shows there regularly. It reminds me of the Sun theater in GL, but with pizazz. Hopefully I can return again one day.

Love old fashioned organ music? You can hear the historic Barton Organ before movies. Great selection of movies and special events. Membership offers special pricing & 2 hours local free parking.

This is an amazingly beautiful and well kept historic venue. Walking in felt almost like stepping back in time. The staff is all amazing and polite, they genuinely seem to love this place and the community around it. They really set this place apart from other theaters, right down to the organ player as a before movie entertainment. This is a must visit place for tourist and michigander alike.

Loved the venue, beautiful theater

This theater is gorgeous on the inside! The staff is also excellent! Plan yo see many more movies there!

The theater itself is very nice and all of the staff were friendly and helpful.The seating is kind of weird, hard to find your seats without an usher. Once seated you are so crammed in that getting up for a beverage or to use the bathroom is nearly impossible.Also you must pay money to become a member just to buy a drink, which seems pretty ridiculous.

Vary classy with an upscale feel. I loved the ambiance and the theaters are lovely.

Love the theater! If you have a chance to see a film here do it, its so nostalgic.

Excellent venue! Has amazing sound and is small and intimate.

Beautiful room with great sightlines, however the acoustics are a nightmare. Under the balcony sounds like an old box and the balcony feels like a second room with horrible slap effects from the main chamber. I no longer attend live music there.

Very cozy venue! The service folks are always helpful and friendly. Alcohol is an interesting situation. You have to be a member of the organization to purchase alcohol, but you can sign up for a year on the spot. Totally worth the few dollars, and comes with a magazine subscription!

Beautiful theater. Has the decor that reminds you of the Fox or other historical sites, but on a smaller scale. (I am a short person and my knees were hitting the seats in front of me, so definitely not a lot of leg room.) Sound quality was good, we saw a comedy act.

Nice ambiance. Good choice of movies.

I had the most interesting experience here !! I would definitely recommend to everybody that want to do something unforgettable

Amazing place!

Bela Fleck. Roy Futureman Wooten. Victor Wooten.

A lovely little theater in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor. Cozy and classical its the perfect little venue to take in a holiday favorite.

Interior design was beautiful. Some aged paint but good design everywhere else. Acoustics were kind of flooded with bass camouflaging the vocals, which could be bad audio tuning or just my first time in a theater like that.

It is beautiful, the people are very nice. They tend to do a lot of programming with more unique groups like the UM Japanese Society or They Might Be Giants. They also have an organist play 30 minutes before every movie.

Fantastically interesting movies in a showcase theater very discerning taste in their choice of movies

Ann Arbor staple, movies, events, and speakers. Ive seen Patti Smith talk, Cyndi Lauper sing and Sally Mann speak about her photography to name a few. Beautiful space and they are going to be extending and growing their building this year.

The seats are small and the aisles are narrow so larger people may find the venue uncomfortable but aside from that the views are excellent almost anywhere. The balcony is sloped enough that people in front of you likely wont obstruct anyones view. Ive never sat on the main floor though. Plus the build is beautiful and the acoustics were fantastic.

Id listen to any one and watch anything here. Beautiful space.

A county treasure restored to its original glory and then some! The Not Just for Kids series is an amazing program and great value. Wine & spirits available with your popcorn & candy.

Beautiful theater with lots of seating. Only complaint is that the screen isnt very big and my eyesight isnt all that great so sitting in the back is meh for me.

Wonderful, beautiful, historic theatre. Good sound system. Easy to get to with parking 1/2 block away. Surrounded by restaurants. Unique films and presentations daily. Cheap for students and seniors.

An amazing theatre showing a wide variety of movies, all of which are not the run of the mill blockbusters. Also hosts some live events in the magnificent main theater.Two historic movie house organs are in house, both sound wonderful and are worth a listen if you happen to be heading in to watch an evening show.

Just love all of it. It may not have the fancy reclining seats but the atmosphere and movie selections make it one of the best places to watch a show or film.

Loved seeing Randy Rainbow at the Michigan Theater. He was great and the venue was perfect. I wondered if I would be able to hear in the balcony. No worry. I heard it all. Of course he also had subtitles with the lyrics.

Great historical theater, with all of the old wonderful architecture youd expect. Seating is very comfortable and well-placed for the stage. The theater does look like it could use a little bit of repair as far as paint and plastering and upkeep. Really helpful friendly staff. No parking on site, but there is a large public parking structure one block away.

Very classy/historical feel to it. Lots of different-sized theaters with different feels you them. Gotta say, the pipe organ is pretty cool to catch, if its playing :)

The theater itself is really quite beautiful. There isnt much leg room between rows so keep that in mind if youre tall. I dont know whether it had something to do with the venue itself, but the crowd at the show I saw here was by far the most disrespectful crowd Ive seen for any concert. People were entering and leaving the auditorium in droves throughout the show, forcing ushers to direct them to their seats with flashlights the entire time, creating quite a distraction from the show. Definitely a mixed bag for my visit, but its hard to really attribute that to the venue itself.

I love the Michigan Theater! Its really grand inside and always is showing cool stuff, whether thats Ann Arbor Symphony playing the music of Harry Potter or cool talks from the filmmakers or Planet Earth and Blue Planet. Definitely an Ann Arbor staple.

Its a good theater in downtown Ann Arbor. Theres a parking structure across the street. Ive seen comedians and play/shows here and theyve all been good and the venue worked well for each. If you want alcohol you have to but a year membership for about $10 first - it sucks to pay the extra but thats how they can get a liquor license so i guess you deal with it if you want to drink.

Great place, cool architecture, good views, nice atmosphere

One of the great cinemas! Excellent programming and a beautiful auditorium!

Classy as it always has been, best theater in town, they dont make them like they used to!

Great outing for the kids. Great activities for the kids good learning opportunities for all ages.

The ambience of the theater is good. I went there for Chinese New year festival. It was a nice experience for me

Its much more like an auditorium or a stage than a typical movie theater, its an absolutely wonderful experience unlike others in the area

Lovely centre and well cared for historic building with much evidence of history and the story of its history. For a concert venue, we were disappointed in the acoustics.

Beautiful historic theater in downtown Ann Arbor. Went with family to see Ron White and we were not disappointed. Great staff and a smooth operation! Will visit again!

The architecture itself is a reason to step inside. The employees are extremely friendly and kind.

Just saw a jazz show here and I thought this place was really nice. It looks really cool on the inside and I liked the history behind it. It was also really clean.

I love this grand, old theater. The Screening Room is a great place to watch a movie. They also bring in some amazing bands.

There is a lot of history here and I love the interior. Watching a movie with my family was fun. I still reminisce about the Vanilla Ice concert here in the 1990s (dont judge; I was very young).

Great place to see either a film, a concert or an event. Very few bad seats in the main room and they are clearly marked online so you know what you are getting when you book. Great little screening rooms in the back for smaller release films. A little piece of Ann Arbor history.

I had a lovely time..one of the best experiences its best for when going with a group of friends because the movie theatre is pretty small that it feels like your own private theatre. Or just catch the last show

Live organ accompaniment is such a treat! A real gem, Ann Arbor wouldnt be the same without it.

Awesome place to see a concert. Get up close and personal to the artist.

I love the Michigan Theater and Im glad its still being used because its so beautiful inside! A great night at the movies!

Classic venue. Seats are pretty tight though.

Michigan Theater is a beautiful building. I went there for the first time to see John Butler Trio and its a perfect place for a concert. Theres not a bad seat in the place. Its very intimate. The autistics are phenomenal. It was made to play music there.

Amazing nonprofit theater! You would think this would be a super expensive place, but ticket prices for movies are quite reasonable. There are a number of great shows available with most seats being pretty solid choices. The screening room in the back is sufficient. Take some time to walk around and admire the architecture. This space is gorgeous.