Thursday, April 15th - ERAS - Focus Group: The Aretha Amphitheater
- Shared screen with speaker view
Ashley DiCaro, Interface Studio
44:33
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James Semerad
57:29
Brodhead Armory restoration
Krystal Parker
01:07:03
Yes, such an amazing outdoor venue!
Amy Chesterton
01:12:31
Hi Everyone - if you are just joining us we are talking about the Riverfront as a whole - we will be talking about the Aretha specifically in a moment.
Kelly Corbett
01:16:19
this is patty and kelly who lived on the Riverwalk and have lots to add
Galaxy S10e
01:17:01
Simpsonra@detroitmi.gov
Pamela Powell
01:19:22
I can’t hep but notice the level of enthusiasm from all of the participants.
Maria Galarza - Parks and Rec
01:20:18
Agreed! :) Aretha goers know how to turn out! Look at all the stickies!
Jw Mitchell, Elmwood Park
01:21:13
I would enjoy the Detroit Orchestra at The Aretha
Blake Brady
01:28:56
They did something with Derrick may and DSO it was amazing
Maria Galarza - Parks and Rec
01:31:06
We’ll get to the parking question :) promise!
Deidre
01:34:25
I couldn't agree more.
Krystal Parker
01:36:03
Well said, "Diamond of the Riverfront - Detroit's Gem"
Michael STONE-RICHARDS
01:36:16
James if you just joined just come in and say your name
Maria Galarza - Parks and Rec
01:38:57
Feel free to use the chat too!
Rochelle Riley
01:39:13
Good luck with that, Maria!
Maria Galarza - Parks and Rec
01:39:33
I’m glad we are recording! :)
Deidre
01:39:34
Gregory Porter
Deidre
01:39:53
Kem
Maria Galarza - Parks and Rec
01:39:55
What about other events?
James Semerad
01:40:05
Miles Davis
Deidre
01:40:25
Universoul circus
Deidre
01:41:08
Graduations
Daniel Himes
01:42:12
Showing sports game there is a amazing idea
Daniel Himes
01:42:27
I really wish they would do that more
Krystal Parker
01:47:50
Develop a parking structure with a bridge walk. When tickets are purchased, a package could be offered for structure parking.
Daniel Himes
01:52:44
You don’t build a great riverwalk by using the space for parking
Michael STONE-RICHARDS
01:59:22
it's a lot at the Skillman Foundation
Joe Miller
01:59:54
Thank you to the organizers of this important discussion. This meeting is very well-run, and so many insightful comments have come from the participants tonight. Unfortunately I must sign off, but I wish everyone the best. As Shahida said, let’s encourage everyone to get vaccinated and get our venues reopened. Respectfully, Joe Miller, Business Agent, IATSE Local 38, The Detroit Stage Employees Union.
Rochelle Riley
02:00:19
Yay Joe!
Pamela Powell
02:07:25
I have my own concert seats!
Pamela Powell
02:07:50
Yay cousin pretty flowers
Rochelle Riley
02:07:50
I try to get the same ones, Pamela/1
Rochelle Riley
02:07:59
!
Piper Carter
02:09:45
Blessings to Ray Solomon 🙏🏾💜
Rochelle Riley
02:10:18
Blessings to Ray Solomon!
Pamela Powell
02:13:43
Or Sunday Brunch
Piper Carter
02:17:58
Yes to Gladys Knight
Rochelle Riley
02:18:19
GLADYS KNIGHT once a month!
Krystal Parker
02:31:34
Signage on E. Jefferson that announces where The Aretha is located and the upcoming events.
Rochelle Riley
02:31:52
That is doable, Krystal.
Réya G
02:35:15
I’d be interested in seeing this type of forum with the artists who have performed at the Aretha.
Ashley DiCaro, Interface Studio
02:37:09
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Sharon Parker
02:41:24
Will Downey
enuno
02:42:25
Last minute thought, getting food trucks outside on performance nights. I've gone and there's been people selling BBQ.