The Stage Is Set

The Woodward Development Corp. has already raised and invested over $3 million in acquisition and capital improvement dollars for the restoration efforts of the Woodward Opera House complex. A new roof has been completed, a masonry stabilization project was performed, new utilities and a partial sprinkler system has been installed, and three first floor mercantile spaces were authentically renovated and restored. This work comprised Phase 1 and Phase 2 (1996-2004) of the overall Woodward Restoration Program.

In addition, the abatement & exterior restoration phase, Phase 3, is now complete (2007). The exterior of the Woodward building has been completely restored, except the lower storefront facades that will be addressed in a later phase. As part of Phase 3, the asbestos was completely removed from the building pair and the exterior lead based paint was removed; the masonry and windows were restored, plus other related renovation work was completed.

Phase 4 of the restoration program is next. Once Phase 4 is completed, the Woodward Opera House will be operational to the extent necessary to use as a fully functional theater. See “Project Overview” for additional details pertaining to the overall Woodward Restoration Program.

Your donation to make this Woodward Restoration Program continue is needed.