Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts

"Actually this was inside of the Music Hall… Arethas Jazz Cafe. The venue itself was a nice cozy spot but way too many tables were crammed in the space. Tickets sold were far more than the space permitted. Too crowded to hear well and it was a disservice to the performers because the sound engineers often had the sounds uneven and screeching microphones. The staff were attentive and gave as good a service as they could amongst the sardine packed crowd. The acts were varied and many… they needed better sound engineers."

"Went to Aretha Jazz Cafe. The entertainment was excellent, although there were a few technical difficulties with the sound system. They don't serve meals, only snack food, and they had already run out of sandwiches less than an hour into the show so we could only order fries and drinks. Seating was interesting as well. Unlike other jazz cafes that we've frequented, seating was not assigned. It was 1st come, 1st served, so you end up sharing tables with complete strangers. The tables aren't numbered, and you must go to the bar if you want to order anything. They then have to try to find your table in the crowd as they aren't numbered. I felt there could be a lot more organization such as wait staff coming to tables to take orders prior to show starting and having the tables numbered. It would also be nice if you could have an assigned table and not have to share it with others. All in all, it was still a very good experience and I would definitely go again."

"The Music Hall was gorgeous! So much history and craftsmanship! The staff was fantastic! Helping us with our seats."

"It has a little age on it, but that’s just history talking… It’s a nice, quaint place that makes you feel close to the artists. Service was fast, friendly, and efficient. Awesome location, just down the street from Comerica Park, Ford Field and the Hilton Garden Inn. Plenty of good places within walking distance to eat and drink. I shall return!"

"Saw America there Friday night. Excellent show and really nice venue. Music & a view. Handicap was good as I rode my scooter right to my seat and then it was parked 5 rows behind me."