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1928 establishments in MichiganCinemas and movie theaters in MichiganEvent venues established in 1928Music venues in MichiganNational Register of Historic Places in Detroit
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The Redford Theatre is an atmospheric theatre in the Old Redford neighborhood of Detroit. The theatre opened in January 1928, advertised as "Detroit's most unique suburban theatre," due to its grand design, featuring Japanese and Chinese motifs. The Redford is part of a series of three grand cinemas in the Detroit suburbs operated by the Kunsky circuit, all of which stand today. The Redford features its original 3-manual, 10-rank Barton organ, which is played regularly. The Redford's ownership passed to the Goldberg family and their Community Theatre chain in the 1930s. The Motor City Theatre Organ Society purchased the theatre in 1977, and continues to operate and renovate the space, presenting organ shows and classic movies. The theatre was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.

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Redford Theatre
Lahser Road, Detroit

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Lahser Road 17360
48219 Detroit
Michigan, United States
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