A celebration of Detroit wrestling history like you've never experienced before!

Join Throwdown Theatre for the Detroit Wrestling Extravaganza on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Planet Ant Theater & Ghost Light Bar in the heart of Hamtramck for an unforgettable day and evening dedicated to the legends, stories, and legacy of professional wrestling.

Experience classic wrestling on the big screen with a special presentation of Throwdown Theatre's greatest wrestling films, including the acclaimed documentary:

 
The House The Sheik Built
Brought to you by ROX-TV and Big-Time Memories

But that's only the beginning...

 LIVE professional wrestling presented by International Big-Time Wrestling

 
Live Wrestling Real Talk podcast recordings

 
Q&A sessions and wrestling seminars

Meet wrestling legends with autograph signings and photo opportunities

 
Exclusive Throwdown Theatre merchandise & trading cards

 
Rare wrestling footage, classic moments, and special surprises throughout the day.

Whether you grew up watching Detroit's legendary Big Time Wrestling, followed the territorial days, or you're discovering wrestling history for the first time, this event is designed to celebrate one of the greatest wrestling cities in the world.

 
Planet Ant Theater & Ghost Light Bar
2320 Caniff Ave.
Hamtramck, Michigan

 Saturday, November 7, 2026

 
Guest announcements coming soon!

Follow Throwdown Theatre as we reveal legendary guests, match announcements, special screenings, and more in the weeks ahead.

One day. One venue. One unforgettable celebration of Detroit wrestling.

TICKET SALES & BOX OFFICE
 
Online sales end 1 (one) hour before the start of a performance. If online sales are closed, there may still be tickets available for purchase at the box office.

REFUND & EXCHANGE POLICY

All sales are final and refunds are only allowed in extremely limited circumstances (canceled, postponed, rescheduled, and moved events). Before purchasing tickets, carefully review your event date and time. Policies set forth by event organizers generally prohibit us from issuing exchanges or refunds after a ticket has been purchased. Lost, stolen, damaged, or destroyed tickets will not be replaced. 

SUPPORT OUR MISSION

Planet Ant is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. If you love what we do and want to help us keep independent comedy and art alive for another 30 years, please consider making a contribution. DONATE HERE

Looking to get your brand or business in front of our amazing audiences? You can also sponsor our shows! Learn more about our sponsorship packages at planetant.com/sponsorships.

WHAT IS PLANET ANT?

If you are new to our community, you might be wondering what we are all about. For 30 years, Planet Ant has been a thriving creative hub and non-profit professional theater in Hamtramck dedicated to fostering artistic freedom and building community. We have been a home for writers, improvisers, musicians, dancers, and performers to experiment, grow, and put up incredible live entertainment.

We are incredibly proud of our 30-year legacy as a launching pad for world-class talent. 

The shows you see on our stages could be 

These performers walk in the footsteps of our famous alumni like Keegan-Michael Key ("Key & Peele"), Sam Richardson ("Veep"), Tim Robinson ("I Think You Should Leave"), and Jaime Moyer ("Modern Family").