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Plan your visit to Flagstar Strand Theatre in Downtown Pontiac with our parking visual or get GPS guidance to our free event parking lot. Complete your night out with some of the great dining options Downtown Pontiac has to offer. Enjoy craft beer and cocktails, pizza, sandwiches, coffee and so much more. Downtown Pontiac offers plenty of safe, well lit parking just steps away from the Flagstar Strand Theatre and all the downtown area has to offer. Take a look at some of the great options, view a parking map, and to see information on theatre seating and ADA amenities. PARKING & DIRECTIONS DRINKS & DINING The Flagstar Strand Theatre is located at 12 N. Saginaw Street, just north of Pike Street, in downtown Pontiac. More than 2,100 parking spaces exist within a three-minute walk of the theater. The spaces are well lit, privately managed, clean and safe. Downtown Pontiac is Oakland County’s most accessible city. Some 4.5 million people reside within a 40 minute radius and 2 million people are within a 20 minute drive. Woodward Avenue, M-59, I-75, and Telegraph Road are all major feeders into the downtown district. Statistics show that downtown Pontiac is one of Oakland County’s safest communities. Patrolled by the Oakland County Sheriff, private security firms and downtown resident McLaren Oakland Hospital, the city is safe and has seen a 30% decrease in crime. For most events, The Flagstar Strand is staffed with a doorman as well as greeters both inside and outside the theater to provide assistance and support for guests. The Flagstar Strand Theatre is located in the heart of city’s historic restaurant and retail district which is lined with charming buildings, a decorative streetscape and beautiful landscaping. This traditional “main street” setting is welcoming to diners, shoppers and theater goers. GPS Directions to Free Strand Event Parking Lot Back to Top Back to Top TOP downtown downtown 1/1 PARKING PARKING & DIRECTIONS DINING DRINKS & DINING CHARLENE'S 12 N Saginaw St Located beside the Flagstar Strand Theatre, Charlene's is the place to go for Craft Cocktails, Bourbon and Tequila! WEBSITE GPS DIRECTIONS FILLMORE 13 13 N Saginaw St Located directly across the street from the Flagstar Strand Theatre, the Fillmore 13 has delicious food and beer brewed on site. WEBSITE GPS DIRECTIONS M1 GRILL 50501 Woodward Ave Authentic Mexican, Italian, & American food in a family-friendly restaurant that provides satisfying flavors in a comfortable setting. WEBSITE GPS DIRECTIONS

STRAND RENTALS EVENTS BOTH LARGE AND SMALL. Submit a Rental Inquiry First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Company name (if applicable) Type of Event Inquiry Stage Performance Wedding or Reception Private Party Corporate Event Other If "Other," what type of event? Event Budget* This helps us determine which event package to offer that will best suite your needs. Please note, this amount can be approximate. Anything else we need to know? Submit Weddings Choose a one-of-a-kind venue for your one-of-a-kind wedding. Performances Promote comedians, small ensembles, or larger stage acts. Fundraisers Up your fundraising game with an unforgettable live event. Private Parties Celebrate baby showers, birthdays, holidays, or Tuesdays! Corporate Events Increase productivity with multiple spaces for breakout sessions. Graduations Send the next generation off in style with our 885-seat auditorium.

The Flagstar Strand Theatre in Oakland County, MI is home to several event spaces perfect for all kinds of occasions, including receptions, weddings, board meetings, conventions, galas, benefits, parties, reunions, etc. SCHEDULE A TOUR TECHNICAL INFO THE GRAND THEATRE SECOND @ STRAND DIRECTORS ROOM CHARLENE'S THEATRE BAR THE DONOR LOUNGE VIEW GALLERY OUR VENUES welcome slider rentals 2 slider rentals 1 slider welcome slider 1/4 The Flagstar Strand Theatre is home to several event spaces perfect for all kinds of occasions. CONTACT US today to learn more about the venues below or to schedule a private tour with our Events Staff.

ADA-compliant seats can be purchased online or through the Box Office in MNFL row N. ​ These seats are wheelchair accessible.  Accessibility Accessibility Accessibility Accessibility The Strand is a place for everyone! GET TICKETS ADA-compliant seats can be purchased online or through the Box Office in MNFL row N. These seats are wheelchair accessible. Patrons purchasing accessible seating may enter the house 15 minutes before doors. Parking & Restrooms Accessible parking is located on North Saginaw and is a first-come-first serve basis. Accessible restrooms are located on our second floor next to our elevator. Service Animals We allow service animals but do not allow emotional support animals. ASL Interpreter We are happy to accommodate ASL requests as long as the request is made at least one month in advance. Please call or email the Box Office . Needing additional accommodations? We strive our best to accommodate all needs. Please call or email the Box Office so we can help you enjoy the Strand!

The Flagstar Strand Theatre offers diverse and high-quality arts programming that makes a positive contribution to the image, culture, education, and economic development of Pontiac and its surrounding communities. ABOUT THE HISTORICAL STRAND About Us About Us About Us About Us With two performance venues - the historic 900-seat Grand Theatre and the intimate Second @ Strand stage, the Flagstar Strand Theatre hosts a wide variety of events each year from internationally recognized touring artists, to local favorites. In the summer of 2020, we added a third performance space to the venue, using our iconic marquee for a performance stage. Each unique space is also available for rent for parties, fundraisers, corporate events, weddings and more. With all of this under one roof in the heart of Oakland County, the Flagstar Strand Theatre truly offers something for everyone. Our Vision Our Vision Our Vision Our Vision The Flagstar Strand Theatre offers diverse and high-quality arts programming that makes a positive contribution to the image, culture, education, and economic development of Pontiac and its surrounding communities. In maintaining a historic and irreplaceable community asset as a vibrant entertainment and education center, we aim to nurture and develop creativity and an appreciation of arts and culture with a wide variety of artistic programming for Oakland County. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion The Flagstar Strand Theatre is committed to uplifting the voices of the underrepresented. As well as providing equity and inclusion for all. We stand with all our LGBTQ+ and minority communities. We continue to be dedicated to using the arts as a platform to lift all voices. We know that at the heart of Strand is our Pontiac community. This community is resilient, diverse, and culturally rich. We are passionate about celebrating and uplifting these narratives through the performing arts. 1/1

Learn more about the glamorous and grandiose history of the Strand Theatre. Built in 1921 for Vaudeville performances, the auditorium feels both intimate and expansive. Designed by Pontiac architect Leo John Heenan, The Strand Theatre opened March 3, 1921, with almost 1,200 seats spread amongst a main floor and two balconies. A three‐story Renaissance‐style building, The Strand had a major renovation in 1949 by noted theatre architect C. Howard Crane. In its heyday, The Strand was one of six thriving movie palaces comprising a bustling downtown Theatre District. As changes occurred throughout the entertainment business and the community, this once vibrant family movie house fell onto hard times. The Strand finally closed near the end of the 1970s and was purchased by the City of Pontiac in 1986 for potential future restoration and re‐use. A renovation plan was put forth in 1987, but it fell apart, and then there was one “last hurrah” in the early 1990s when Detroit’s Attic Theatre briefly staged productions there. At the beginning of the 21st century, Strand Theatre Center, Inc., a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation was formed and charged with rehabilitating the aging jewel into a cultural, film and theater center. Funds were secured for an estimated $10 million plan to transform the then 82‐ year‐old structure – now conjoined with two adjacent historic commercial buildings – into a 30,000‐square‐foot theatre center. Poor project oversight, cost overruns, and constant changes in the plans depleted available funding and the project was halted before completion. In late 2013, the theatre was purchased from the City of Pontiac by Kyle and Brent Westberg, Pontiac‐based developers and owners of West Construction Services, in order to preserve it for the community’s benefit. Ownership was in the name of Strand Theater Manager LLC (STM), a private, for‐profit entity. (Any historic building under rehabilitation using Federal Historic Tax credits requires a for‐profit entity somewhere in the structure.) STM secured funding from various sources including the MEDC and Federal Historic Tax Credits and is currently under construction on a complete $20 million rehabilitation of the now 863‐seat theatre and its adjoining buildings. Completed in November 2016 with an official reopening on December 1. Another adjacent three‐story building at 8 North Saginaw was also purchased and has been brought into the complex so that it now includes 45,600‐square‐feet and spans 120 feet of Saginaw Street in the center of downtown Pontiac. To professionally manage and operate the facility, a community‐based, private, nonprofit 501 (c)(3), Encore Performing Arts Center (EPAC), was organized to lease the building and direct all operations and programming. Though EPAC is the legal corporate entity under which all functions occur, the name is seldom used, and activities are presented as Flagstar Strand Theatre. Today - with three performance venues - the historic 900-seat Strand Theatre , the intimate Second @ Strand stage and the iconic Marquee stage, the Flagstar Strand Theatre hosts a wide variety of events each year from internationally recognized touring artists, to local favorites, and performances by the Strand's very own theatre company and educational programming. Each unique space is also available for rent for parties, fundraisers, corporate events, weddings and more. With all of this under one roof in the heart of Oakland County, the Flagstar Strand Theatre truly offers something for everyone.

As a Strand Member, enjoy exclusive access to premium member benefits like early ticket access, reserved parking, complimentary food and drinks, and more! Become a Strand Member For an annual membership fee of $400, become a Strand Member. Members enjoy exclusive perks for all shows in the Flagstar Strand Theatre's Signature Series events. Why Join? In addition to exclusive Member perks, you can join a community of entertainment enthusiasts who are dedicated to supporting the arts and growth of Downtown Pontiac! Your support through membership enables our theatre to bring high-quality arts and culture to our community. This in turn, attracts patrons of the arts and increases commerce for Pontiac's downtown businesses. Member Benefits Reserved Parking Early Access to Tickets Access to Private Donor’s Lounge Free Preshow appetizers Private Bathrooms 2 free drink tickets per show One Souvenir Strand Cup Unlimited Free Popcorn Private artists meet and greet (when applicable) Signed Posters for every show attended Skip Bar lines with VIP Member Lines $20 merch credits for one show (select shows apply) 15% Discount on Theatre Rentals Purchase a Membership First name Email Order now for instant access to Member Presales on Signature Series events. Last name Phone Anything to note? Proceed to Checkout Thanks for your order! MEMBERSHIP EARLY ACCESS. RESERVED PARKING. FREE POPCORN. AND MORE.

Apply for open positions on the Flagstar Strand Theatre staff. Join our team Join our team Join our team Join our team The Flagstar Strand Theatre hosts numerous events throughout the year, including ticketed performances, special events and educational programming. The atmosphere is welcoming, energetic and fast-paced. Interested in becoming a part of it? Check below for current openings. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF No open positions at this time OPERATIONS & EVENTS STAFF We are always updating our list of ushers, bartenders, stagehands, & street team staff. Apply

Upcoming events at Flagstar Strand Theatre in Pontiac, MI. See your favorite performers live in concert, and onstage! November 2025 TODAY Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 1:00 PM Small Business Saturday +1 more 30 1 2 3 4 8:00 PM Sister Hazel +1 more 5 8:00 PM ZOSO: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience +1 more 6 3:00 PM FREE EVENT: The Polar Express (The Movie) +1 more 7

Event Vendor Application We're looking for Community Vendors to spotlight at our Signature Series events! Selected vendors will have a table set up in Charlene's Theatre Bar for 2 hours before the show. If selected, a $25 deposit is due to hold your slot. Upon conclusion of the event, and assuming no damage or cleaning fees are incurred, the deposit will be returned to you! In the event the selected vendor is a no-show, or the vendor gives less than 48 hours notice (sufficient time to find a replacement Vendor) the deposit will be retained by Flagstar Strand Theatre as a cancellation fee. No portion of sales are due to Flagstar Strand Theatre. We want to support local artisans and bring the community into the Strand! Vendor Application First name* Last name* Company name* Email* Phone* What kind of products do you sell?* Tell us about yourself and your company... Submit Application

The Directors Room is a modern screening room with a high-definition projector and full surround sound. It’s the perfect spot for film screenings or digital presentations. With flexible seating for up to 80 people, this intimate space can be configured for any number of uses. The Directors Room is a modern screening room with a high-definition projector and full surround sound. It’s the perfect spot for film screenings or digital presentations. With flexible seating for up to 80 people, this intimate space can be configured for any number of uses, including dining, meet and greets or green room and dressing spaces with direct access to the Grand theatre stage below. directors room slider directors room slider 1/1 SCHEDULE A TOUR

STRAND TOURS Step behind the curtain Step through the grand doors of the Flagstar Strand Theatre and journey into the golden age of live entertainment. Built in 1921, this beautifully renovated theatre stands as a monument to the vibrant arts in Pontiac. RENTAL TOURS Interested in renting our theatre? We host events of all sizes that offer guests a truly immersive theatrical experience. Get started with a rental tour. EDUCATIONAL TOURS Are you a teacher or youth group leader looking for ways to expand your students' education? Build an Educational Tour with our experienced staff that meets your current curriculum. GHOST TOURS Step into the shadows of the past with our Theatre Ghost Tour, for a narrative storytelling walk-through that blends history, theater, and the supernatural. Request a Tour Note dates are not guaranteed until confirmed and deposit is paid. First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Company or School Name Choose a Tour Rental Tour Educational Tour Ghost Tour Other Choose a few dates of interest below. Note dates are not guaranteed until confirmed. Date picker Date picker Date picker Tell us about your group and what you are hoping to gain from the tour. Tour Deposit $25 Note that deposit will be returned day of tour or applied to your future payment. Signature Drawing mode selected. Drawing requires a mouse or touchpad. For keyboard accessibility, select Type or Upload. Submit