Music venues in Detroit vary from huge multi-use spaces to performing arts centers. The Candlelight series invites Detroit audiences to experience their favorite music inside some of the city’s finest venues. As well as hosting tributes to classical composers and modern-day icons, these locations are illuminated by thousands of candles.
Have you ever sat in an architecturally breathtaking venue lit only by the light of a sea of candles? Well, now you can at historic spaces with the added delight of listening to spellbinding live music. Performing at charming Detroit venues such as Redford Theatre and The War Memorial, talented musicians will take to a candlelit stage.
Table Of Contents
- Christ Church Detroit: The Oldest Protestant Church in Michigan
- The Masonic: The Largest Masonic Temple in the World
- Sanctuary Church Birmingham: A Community Church
- The Berman Center For The Performing Arts: modern charm
- Redford Theatre: Restoring Entertainment History
- The War Memorial: A Unique memorial
Christ Church Detroit: The Oldest Protestant Church in Michigan
Established in 1845, Christ Church Detroit is one of the most notable buildings in the city. Having earned the title of the oldest Protestant church in the state, the building was designated a Michigan State Historic Site in 1970 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971. Its architecture takes inspiration from the American Gothic style and the interior woodwork is made from local butternut. Two dazzling Tiffany windows allow light to shine through the space, and slabs of limestone and sandstone have kept the building standing for over 150 years.
The Masonic: The Largest Masonic Temple in the World
The Detroit Masonic Temple was completed in 1926. George Mason, an American architect, designed The Masonic’s lobby taking inspiration from a castle he had visited in Palermo, Sicily. The impressive light fixtures, decorative arches, and plaster decorations were designed by Corrado Parducci—an Italian-American architectural sculptor. With several breathtaking spaces available for rent throughout the building, The Masonic is a one-of-a-kind venue.
Sanctuary Church Birmingham: A Community Church
Sanctuary Church Birmingham is a traditional Gothic church in downtown Birmingham. Its interior is a welcoming space thanks to the mixture of a vaulted ceiling and stone details. Pendant lighting and ornate windows are some of the decorative elements adorning this historic building. Enter into a tranquil space bathed in the glow of candlelight and let the soothing music wash over you at a classical Candlelight performance.
The Berman Center For The Performing Arts: modern charm
This performing arts theater in Detroit can accommodate up to 600 guests and is a multi-purpose venue. It’s part of the Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit and hosts an array of events, including dance performances and concerts. Fun fact: this venue took no more than nine months to construct.
Redford Theatre: Restoring Entertainment History
When it opened in 1928, the Redford Theatre was named “America’s Most Unique Suburban Playhouse”. Designed with a Japanese motif, the theatre’s original character is maintained whilst being supported by modern-day features. Its three-story grand foyer, full-size stage, capacity for 1,610 guests, state-of-the-art dimmer system, and Barton organ are only the beginning when it comes to exemplifying the beauty of this historic venue in Detroit.
The War Memorial: A Unique memorial
Dedicated to veterans and soldiers of World War II, The War Memorial in Detroit hosts over 3,000 functions annually. The venue is located on the 1910 Alger estate and boasts sweeping lakefront views, floor-to-ceiling windows, a two-story exterior patio, and a waterside ballroom. Guests can use the time before their next Candlelight concert to admire hand-carved moldings, ceiling artwork, grand stone fireplaces, and views of Lake St. Clair.
The Candlelight series is an experience unlike any other and you won’t want to miss out! Candlelight’s tributes to classical music, modern-day hits, iconic soundtracks and more have been met with countless 5-star reviews, and guests have called it “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
Still unconvinced? We’ve rounded up seven compelling reasons why you should experience the magic of a Candlelight for yourself.
Note that for the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.