Keith's Theatre

Keith's Theatre was a venue in Grand Rapids, Michigan from 1914-1962. A lawsuit against the theatre by Dr. Emmet N. Bolden and Dr. Eugene E. Alston in 1925 eventually led to the banishment of racial segregation in venue seating across the state of Michigan in 1927. It was originally named The Empress, then Keith's Empress, then B.F Keith's, and then BKO Keith's.

Seating of 1,900 which was later reduced to 1,750.

Managed by Walter Norris from 1925-1930.

Case No. 3043, State of Michigan Superior Court of Grand Rapids
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Resources

 * http://www.historygrandrapids.org/company/4137/keiths/collection/4249
 * https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/duke-ellington-and-his-orchestra/1940/keiths-theatre-grand-rapids-mi-2bc0d4f6.html