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Everything to Know About the Grandel Theater St. Louis

St. Louis offers a rich cultural tapestry of activities for visitors and residents to enjoy. One popular venue to explore is the Grandel Theater in Midtown St. Louis.

In the bustling Grand Center Arts District of St. Louis, the Grandel Theatre has been a significant cultural and historical landmark since the building’s inception in 1884. With a storied past that transitions from a church to a revered venue for the performing arts, the Grandel provides a rich context to explore the evolution of the local arts scene.

A History of Grandel Theater

The Grandel Theater began in 1884 as the First Congregational Church of St. Louis and features Gothic Revival architecture in a gorgeous setting that is still admired by visitors today.

During the early to mid-20th century, the church became vacant and unused for many years. At this time, it passed ownership but failed to find a steady purpose or rise to its once-gloried status.

In 1991, the Black Repertory Theatre purchased and accomplished a multimillion-dollar renovation on the church, transforming it into an arts establishment and bringing life to the cultural hub of North Grand, St. Louis.

In 2013, the Black Rep Theatre moved to The Loop neighborhood, and the Grandel sat vacant until 2017, when it was purchased and renovated by the Kranzberg Arts Foundation.

The Kranzberg family is responsible for many of the cultural activities available in Midtown St. Louis and for revitalizing venues, radio stations, and eateries in the area. Their mission is to create an open and diverse entertainment hub for city residents and visitors alike.

Grandel Theater Today

Today, Grandel Theater stands as a versatile and vital cultural venue in St. Louis’ Grand Center Arts District. The theater hosts many events, offers educational programs, and is a great place to see architecture in the historic Gothic Revival style.

Its main attraction is the theater, which seats over 450 and hosts all kinds of events, including:

Concerts
Musicals
Plays
Dance Troupes
Comedy Shows

The Grand Hall at Grandel is also one of St. Louis’ premier private event spaces. Plan to visit to admire the gorgeous architecture and see why Grandel is the go-to place for events.

Lastly, the Grandel features an award-winning Dark Room that hosts live music, features rotating art exhibits, and offers a full-service bar.

Grandel Location and Accessibility

The Grandel is located at 3610 Grandel Square, St. Louis, MO, 63103, with plenty of parking by the main entrance and along local adjacent streets.

As an ADA-compliant venue, the Grandel is fully accessible and offers reserved parking on the west side for visitors with wheelchairs.

The best part about Grandel is that it’s centrally located near some of the finest attractions in the city, including the Fox Theater, The St. Louis Symphony’s Powell Hall, and the Sheldon. Additionally, the Grandel is just a short drive from Lafayette Square.

Book a Stay at Lehmann House For Your Next Visit to Grandel Theater

A visit to the Grandel Theater is a journey through the city’s history, architecture, and varied artistic performances, making it an essential part of the St. Louis cultural experience.

If you’re interested in visiting Grandel during your next visit to St. Louis, plan to stay with us at Lehmann House Bed & Breakfast, located just 10 minutes from the theater and centrally located near many other of the city’s finest attractions.