Fox Theatre's Marquee Club Opened To Public May 19

The Fox Theatre proudly announces the Marquee Club Presented by Lexus opened to the public on Saturday, May 19, 2018 in conjunction with "Live From Here with Chris Thile" show held at the Fox Theatre. This $10 million expansion marks the largest one-time revitalization effort of the Fox Theatre since its 1929 grand opening, as the Marquee Club footprint includes the northwest corner of the building that was previously leased retail space.

The Marquee Club features 10,000 square feet of premium event space, including enhanced food and beverage service within the club's five stationary bars, with passed and displayed hors d'oeuvres located throughout. Members will enjoy the Club's multi-level interior and climate-controlled rooftop terrace overlooking Atlanta's famed Peachtree Street, offering public access to the Fox Theatre's roof for the first time in nearly 50 years.

"It was a proud day for the Fox Theatre team to see years of planning resulting in members and guests being 'wowed' from their first moments in the club," said Allan C. Vella, President and CEO of Fox Theatre, Inc. "It has been incredibly satisfying to see how the Marquee Club heightens guests experiences with five-star service, incredible food and drink choices and, of course, the elegant atmosphere and convenience of being just steps away from your seat."

Individual, Corporate or Broadway membership tiers offer year-round access to the Marquee Club, in association with ticketed events at the Fox Theatre. A recent addition, members also will receive a number of club access passes for ticketed guests, as well as an allowance for membership transfers. Ticketed guests who are not members may purchase a Marquee Club single day access passes for select events. Single day access passes are limited and may be purchased on a first come, first serve via the Fox Theatre website.

"After a five-year journey, today marks a new chapter in the rich history of Atlanta's beloved Fox Theatre," said Adina Erwin, Vice President and COO of Fox Theatre, Inc. "As stewards of the Fox, it is our job to ensure we stay current and top-of-mind for our patrons for both content and experience. Our guests have been asking for enhance amenities and the Marquee Club will not disappoint. "

Guests may enter the club before and after events, as well as during intermission. Additional amenities will include priority pre-sale ticketing notifications, private restrooms, dedicated lobby elevator, concierge guest services and for select memberships, self-parking access to an adjacent lot. At intermission, guests will have access to pre-ordered drinks, dessert and coffee.

For more information about membership, please contact Fox Theatre's Corporate Partnership, Premium Seating Office at (404) 881-2127 or visit FoxTheatre.org.

The Fox Theatre is one of Atlanta's premier venues for live entertainment and declared a "Top Stop of the Decade" by Venues Today Magazine. Listed as #1 non-residency venue worldwide for the decade by Billboard Magazine, the Fox most recently won 2017's "Theatre of the Year" by the International Entertainment Buyers Association. Other notable achievements include Rolling Stone Magazine's "The Best Big Rooms in America" as part of their "Venues That Rock" series (2013), nominated for Theatre of the Year by Billboard and Pollstar Magazines, and awarded the 2011 Outstanding Historic Theatre of the Year award by the League of Historic American Theatres. For the past decade, the Fox Theatre has consistently ranked in the top three non-residency theatres in North America for gross ticket sales by industry trade magazines, Pollstar, Billboard and Venues Today. The Fox Theatre has the #1 social media presence for any theatre or performing arts center in North America (2,000-5,000 seats), and for any Georgia venue according to the "Social Media Power 100" compiled by Venues Today Magazine. With 4,665 seat theatre, the Fox hosts 250 performances a year, from rock concerts to Broadway, ballets, comedy and movies, attracting 500,000 visitors per year. In addition, the Fox hosts wedding receptions, trade shows, corporate meetings and association functions in its fabulous ballrooms, lounge and outdoor terrace. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization, the Fox Theatre stands today as a fiercely protected landmark and a nationally acclaimed theater and is celebrating its 89th year. The Fox Theatre proudly acknowledges its partners for their generous support: Coca-Cola, Lexus, Georgian Terrace Hotel, Georgia Natural Gas, Atlanta Beverage-Yuengling, Regions, Grady Health System, and Whole Foods Market. Tickets for all events are available at the Fox Theatre Ticket Office, online at www.FoxTheatre.org, or toll free at 855-285-8499. For group sales information contact the Fox Theatre at (404) 881-2000, or visit The Fox Theatre website at www.foxtheatre.org. Please stay connected with the Fox Theatre on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and #AtTheFox.

The Marquee Club Presented by Lexus is the Fox Theatre's premium membership club. Adjacent to the theatre, the Moroccan and Middle Eastern-style club is 10,000 square feet of interior and exterior space; five stationary bars; three rooftop environments including the climate-controlled Conservatory, patio covered Arcade Terrace and the outdoor Rooftop Terrace. Open only during events at the Fox Theatre, the Marquee Club is open to members pre-show, during via live feed and post-show. Additional amenities include priority pre-sale ticketing notifications, access to private restrooms, concierge guest services, and self-parking access to an adjacent lot for some memberships. Single day access passes for non-members are limited and available on a first come-first serve basis. For more information or to purchase a membership, please call Fox Theatre's Corporate Partnership, Premium Seating Office at (404) 881-2127 or visit FoxTheatre.org/MarqueeClub. Share your Marquee Club Presented by Lexus experience at @FoxMarqueeClub and #FoxMarqueeClub.

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