Awesome venue from the friendliest ushers when you first walk in to the personal feel of the small…read moretheatre. I know everyone has said it, but there really isn't a bad seat in the house (to the point where I'll probably never pay for anything other than the cheapest seats). It is very clean. I prefer this theatre to larger ones...you feel much more involved with the show & don't struggle to hear/see, so you get all of the details. Great for a casual, cheap date. I also liked the convenience of everything downtown has to offer being right outside. Parking was a hit too- even though Monster Jam at Ford Field & another show at The Fillmore were going on, we were able to park behind City Theatre for ten bucks. Maybe it was just a lucky day, I don't know. Venue aside, I have to say that Robocop The Musical! was amazing, maybe even the best show I've been to. Impressive, clever, localized script and talented actors that made me laugh on a day when I was super sick & crabby. I am so excited about what a great night I had at this place!

Went the other day to see "Ernie." It was a great show. We parked at the Fox Theatre parking…read morestructure for $5, and were able to get right into the theater just before showtime at 8. The show started at about 8:10, and was over by 9:40 or so. I must compliment the theater on keeping the temperature at a nice, cool, comfortable level. It was pretty hot outside, so it was great not to be actively sweating during the performance. It was a great night.

Well, this was an amazing experience. I've been to this theater before and I thoroughly enjoy…read moremyself each time. The staff is accommodating and kind. We go to our seats and immersed ourselves into the film and the conversation after was nothing short of Spectacular. Sons of Detroit, mostly because I could place myself into the era being depicted on screen. If you ever have a chance to visit, just go, always a good time.

This place is absolutely amazing. It's inside the DIA and it's absolutely beautiful. You will have…read morethe best experience and you can get a glass of wine and a snack before the movie if you arrive early enough. The movies are from all over the world and it is one of the best cinematic experiences in Detroit. If you have not gone, you must go as soon as possible.

This is one of the last remaining small main theaters I know of in the area. Still sad the RO Main…read moreArt theater closed their doors. This is a classic main theater inside, still feels cozy and old school inside. It doesn't feel as glitzy and showy as the new theaters. Smaller theaters, but that's all okay. Sometimes you want simplicity when your watching a movie and not too many in the theater isn't a bad thing. I do try to support smaller theaters since they are slowly disappearing, yet feels like home and cozy due to their smaller size. We need more smaller theaters in all downtowns. It feels odd to not see a theater in use in small towns. Becoming a thing of the past.

Filthy! Old food and drink in seats on floors. Seats…read morefalling apart sticking to clothes. Staff including manager who couldn't care less at all! Just do better this should be a place to enjoy coming to.

Came for a red carpet movie premiere. The theater lacks a little to me and the word luxury is a…read morestretch here. Starting with concessions. The lines are slow and staff lacks enthusiasm . They need a strong leader upfront to help them stay in task and organized as it was chaos.

Attended an independent movie premiere. "Don't Bring Your Man to Atlanta" by Todd Tucker…read moreProductions. He's married to singer, songwriter, actress, Broadway Producer and former Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss. Theatre is clean and concessions are fresh with reasonable prices and a good selection. Staff were friendly and everything flowed in an orderly fashion. We enjoyed the lively atmosphere, the film and red carpet experience. Hoping for a Part II!

What a pleasure to see a performance at this brand new theater! As a handicapped person, I always…read moreworry about bathroom access and this venue had two all-gender, handicap-accessible bathrooms right on the same floor as the theater. Even the non-handicap bathrooms are on the main floor, so I could have used those if necessary. As for the actual performance, we saw the Spongebob Musical and it was very enjoyable, with inventive and clever staging and great actors and musicians.

I loved the venue. It was clean, well designed, great art display on the walls, nice large…read morerestrooms and overall a nice atmosphere for meeting friends before the show and during intermission. I was impressed with the quality of the set, the costumes and mostly the student performances!

We came here last week to see Jurassic Park the Musical. We are from Chicago, and this is the first…read moreshow we've seen at Planet Ant Theatre. Jurassic Park the musical still has tickets available at the time of writing this review, so do yourself a favor and grab them! Fair warning, this show is not for children. Every aspect, every detail of this show was so well thought out and phenomenal with all of the original songs. I love how they gave the original Jurassic Park characters even more character depth. Anytime I'm in Detroit, I will check what shows are playing at this theatre. Great job Planet Ant, Clever girl!

A unique venue! 3 of us attended 7 castaways show - gilligan island parady. Absolutely hilarious!…read more Possibly the hardest I laughed for 2 hours- ever . Street parking,fairly priced bar. Fun time !

Just before the movie: "Come and have a party with Hollywood…read more(It's more fun at MJR) Big screens, big fun makes you feel so good (It's more fun at MJR) It's more than just a movie, it's a big night out".... Audience Response: CLAP! CLAP! CLAP! Why am I late on the claps every time they play the MJR theme song? lol This MJR Theatre is located at the back of the Universal Shopping Center. There is plenty of parking available and several handicap spots. This location has 16 auditoriums. Hot off the presses! They now have VIP seats for extra space and more privacy. The VIP seats are in a private enclosure (black wall partitions). This seating option has heated reclining seats, side tables on both sides perfect for a purse and concessions, coat hooks on both sides and storage space (perfect spot for your umbrella). I love the space, however, they need to wipe down the partitions between showings. Also, Tuesday is a bargain for $5 tickets plus FREE medium popcorn for all registered Premier & Premier Plus reward members. The Premier reward membership is FREE. The Premier Plus reward membership is an annual fee of $14.95 which comes with more perks (birthday, etc.). "Got to go to the show where the good times are (It's more fun at MJR!) (It's more fun at MJR!)".... Audience Response: CLAP! CLAP! CLAP! EnJOY!

Very nice MJR cinema house that is very spacious indoors and features state of the art movie…read morehouses. Their bar also serves pineapple juice! Which is awesome because I was craving that for some reason. Also saw Ballerina and Lilo & Stitch there as well. Recommended!

The shows this theater produces are indeed strong, but the leadership culture behind them is…read moretroubling. During my time with the company (two mainstage productions and one cabaret over about a year and a half), I saw a clear divide between the quality of the performances and the care for the people creating them. After I reported a more serious recent incident to members of leadership, it was deflected and ultimately ignored. In a follow-up call with a board member, he emphasized that their priority was "getting shows on stage," not addressing what happens between cast members offstage. That response made it clear that actor/performer safety and accountability are not treated as part of their responsibilities. From the outside, the organization looks polished and community-oriented. Inside, it lacks consistent, transparent leadership when harm occurs, and more troublingly, behind the curtain in rehearsals and offstage. The company prioritizes polished productions and familiar faces over genuine community. Long-standing contributors, especially skilled musicians or directors who have been around for years - also seem to operate without accountability. When serious issues arise, leadership's focus stays on keeping shows running and maintaining optics, not on addressing harm. This makes it difficult for newer members like myself to feel safe or valued. Connections at this theater stay surface-level because the culture doesn't encourage honesty or care beyond the stage. The theater's attention to sets, ticket sales, and production value is clear, but that same energy is rarely shown for the well-being of the people creating the work. New or prospective members/actors should be mindful of this culture and take care to understand how leadership handles concerns before committing their time energy, and talents here.

I was very impressed by this place, as well as the production. I enjoy going to community theater I…read morethink it is an inexpensive way to enjoy a good evening out. This place puts on a professional production, and the theater itself is so comfortable. There's lots of legroom and there aren't any blind spots really. If I had any criticism to give it would be not for the play, but for the concession and the 50/50 tickets. They need to post larger signs so you understand, or definitely have people tending who are bolder individuals.