Once a grand Art Deco movie theater, the Reeves spent 20 years in ruin. In 2013, Debbie Carson and Chris Groner bought the Reeves, and with partner and project superintendent Erik Dahlager, began renovating it into a live music venue. They saw the abundance of skilled musicians in the area and the need for a state-of-the-art performance venue that could be these artists' creative home.
The Reeves Theater is a historic live music and entertainment venue in downtown Elkin, offering concerts, movies, community events, and weekly open mic nights in an intimate, welcoming atmosphere. Open Mic Night now takes place every Wednesday, giving local and regional musicians a place to perform, collaborate, and connect with the community. Open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5–9 PM, and Fridays and Saturdays from 5–10 PM.
The Bar at the Reeves is open during the show, serving primarily local beer & wine. The Yadkin Valley has become one of America's premiere wine regions, and our bar hopes to highlight the quality of local vineyards. Elkin is also home to two breweries, with many more in the surrounding areas, and we are excited to bring these craft brews to locals and tourists alike.
Michael Lippert, son-in-law of owners Chris and Debbie, has created a documentary film about the creation of the Reeves' new chapter as a live music venue and the folk process that so many local musicians participate in. Please enjoy the teaser for the film here.
