313 Presents touts the Pine Knob renaming as a nod to the past and a new vision for the future. The company is a joint venture between the Ilitch and Tom Gores entertainment operations, also overseeing shows at Little Caesars Arena, the Fox Theatre and several other venues.
Is DTE now Pine Knob again?
(DETROIT – January 14, 2022) – 313 Presents is excited to announce that DTE Energy Music Theatre – the nation’s top amphitheatre in 2019 – located in Clarkston, Michigan, is going back to its roots with the venue’s original name and will now be known again as Pine Knob Music Theatre.
Why did DTE change back to Pine Knob?
“These two premier Michigan-based organizations share our passion for providing unparalleled service and understood the importance the Pine Knob brand resonates in our community and they embraced the opportunity to help bring it back to life in a new and exciting way.
Who owned Pine Knob?
Pine Knob was purchased by Palace Sports & Entertainment (now Pistons Sports & Entertainment) during late 1990. PS&E and Ilitch Sports + Entertainment formed 313 Presents as a joint venture during the fall of 2017.
Does DTE own Pine Knob?
It coincides with the 15,000-seat concert shed’s upcoming 50th-anniversary season. For the last two decades, Pine Knob — that’s Pine Knob Music Theatre in full — was officially known as DTE Energy Music Theatre, thanks to a 20-year branding partnership with the Detroit energy company.
Did DTE music Theater change its name?
DTE Energy Music Theatre drops corporate name, returns to roots as Pine Knob. After its launch in 1972, the 15,300-capacity ampitheater near Clarkston was named DTE Energy Music Theatre for 20 years.
What does DTE stand for?
More. 1990s. In January 1996, Detroit Edison established a holding company — DTE Energy. “DTE” was selected because it was the existing stock symbol for Detroit Edison. “Energy” was chosen to represent the company’s vision to provide integrated energy (not just electric) solutions to customers.
What was DTE before?
In 1903, the Detroit Gas Co. was renamed the Detroit City Gas Co.
Did Queen ever play in Michigan?
Queen Concert Setlist at Cobo Arena, Detroit on November 10, 1978 | setlist.fm.
How long do concerts last at DTE?
over a year ago. 3 to 3 1/2 hrs.