State Theatre, Art deco movie theater in downtown Ann Arbor, United States
The State Theatre is an art deco movie house in downtown Ann Arbor featuring four screening rooms equipped with modern projection and sound systems. It shows independent films, foreign productions, and classic movies throughout the year.
Architect C. Howard Crane designed this theater in 1942 as an art deco showcase for the era. Major renovations in the early 2000s brought the projection and screening capabilities into the modern digital age.
The venue maintains strong ties to the University of Michigan, regularly showing student productions and hosting specialized screenings for academic departments. This connection shapes its programming and draws faculty and students throughout the year.
The theater sits in downtown Ann Arbor on South State Street within easy walking distance of shops and restaurants. Check what is showing ahead of time since the schedule rotates and can vary between weekdays and weekends.
The theater preserves original art deco details from 1942 such as ornate ceilings and wall treatments while operating with contemporary digital projection technology. This blend of vintage architecture and modern cinema equipment creates an experience that feels distinct from typical multiplexes.
Location: Ann Arbor
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Address: 233 S. State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 07:00-22:00; Saturday,Sunday 08:00-22:00
Website: http://statetheatrea2.org
GPS coordinates: 42.27942,-83.74062
Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:29
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