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About Us

Pontiac's Little Art Theatre, also known as "The PLAT", is a multi-use entertainment venue that hosts musical performances, live events, movie screenings, and more! Located in the heart of Pontiac, MI, our theatre operates within a 154-year-old historical building.

Presented by 47 North, Inc

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Music & Live Events

From national acts to local favorites, we seek talent to bring to our theatre for your enjoyment. Pontiac’s Little Art Theatre is a small, intimate all-ages event venue providing a wide variety of opportunities for all performers.

Performing Arts

47 North, Inc. built the PLAT with the mission of bringing an affordable, intimate venue for local artists to bring their talents to the Pontiac community, creating a theatre experience in a beautiful, historic, quality event to their patrons.

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Movies

With our professional independent movie theatre, we present contemporary and classic movies geared for all ages. Join us for one of our Themed Arts Series, Community Series, or a premiere from one of the many local filmmakers. Pontiac’s Little Art Theatre features movies throughout the year.

Intimate & Versatile

The PLAT offers a small event venue with so much versatility we can host just about anything you need for a special and intimate experience. We work closely with our clients to provide a unique experience to meet their needs. Use the button below to read more about renting or booking your new favorite venue, Pontiac’s Little Art Theatre.

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Our History

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This Grand Lady (Pontiac’s Little Art Theatre a.k.a the “PLAT”) was born in 1868. This three-story building is listed in Pontiac’s historical records as “the TURK building” and categorized as a “GRO” establishment — the local grocery/dry goods store. The business survived 41 years until its last record in 1909.

1868 | The TURK Building

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Support The PLAT

Help us to promote the arts and fund this project and the artists. Our budget grows as we continue to grow our vision here at the PLAT. Any donations received will go toward furthering our mission and the arts in Downtown Pontiac.

Meet Our Team

The PLAT is operated by a team of passionate and dedicated professionals .

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Robert Karazim was a powerful force in Downtown Pontiac following his move there in 2009. A Detroit native, he used his skills, talents, and enthusiasm to bring new life onto Saginaw Street. He became the Arts Commissioner for the City of Pontiac, founded Canvas Pontiac, and was Vice Chair of the Pontiac Historic Commission. As CEO of K and R Studios, named for himself and his lovely partner Karen, he renovated 3 buildings, the last being 47 North Saginaw Street, home to Pontiac’s Little Art Theatre. A lifelong lover and patron of the arts, Robert created a place to showcase artists of all kinds. Robert Karazim passed away in January of 2022, and his partner of 27 years, Karen Jorgensen, promised to continue his wonderful work in Pontiac.

Robert G Karazim (1955-2022)

Founder

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Our Sponsors

At the PLAT, we take great pride in our community and the support they provide. So much time and effort has allowed this historic building to transform into the space that exists today. We couldn’t have done it without the help and dedication of our sponsors.

With Special Thanks to:

Karen Jorgenson and Assoc.
Mark Thomas
Lisa Markevich
Relhom Marketing & Management Services
Lula C. Wilson
Robert Karazim
Lisa Mohler
Nancy Oeswein
Glen Konopaskie

Barbara Frye
Linda Porter
Judy Wilson
Michael McGuinness
Tom Lubinski
Skeeto Valdez
Christian Marcello
Andy Meisner

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