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			.Building Navigation. History Old Photos Demolition Photos Postcards Our Thoughts The history of Shubert-Lafayette Theatre is gathered from many internet and text sources. Though every attempt is made to present up-to-date and accurate information, we cannot guarantee that inaccuracies will not occur. All rights reserved.					BuildingsOfDetroit.COM > Places > Shubert-Lafayette Theatre Shubert-Lafayette Theatre 153 W. Lafayette, Detroit  Status: Demolished AKA: Orpheum Theatre, Shubert Theatre, Lafayette Theatre Style(s): Unknown Architect : Unknown Owner: N/A Architectural Firm: Smith, Hinchman & Grylls         Photo showing the exterior of the Shubert-Lafayette Theatre     Not much is recorded about this theater. It was located at the corner of Shelby and Lafayette streets, across from the Lafayette Building. The Shubert-Lafayette was a legitimate theater, meaning it did professional drama and some forms of musical comedy. The theater contained elaborate architecture throughout and had murals by Maxwell Parrish. The theater first opened as the Orpheum in 1911, then changed its name many times, starting in 1915 to reflect the street it was located on. Last operated as the Shubert-Lafayette, it closed in 1965 and, we assume, demolished soon after. Today the site is a parking garage for employees of the Dime Building.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                ^top