Journeying away from its usual stage at 30 Rockefeller Center in New York, "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" is set to make a one-off appearance at the Detroit Opera House on September 14. The historic venue will play host to Fallon and a selection of celebrity guests, all with connections to Detroit, as part of a special episode in collaboration with Ford and NBCUniversal, reported ClickOnDetroit. Eager fans have the chance to grab tickets for this exclusive taping, accessible through the Tonight Show's ticket portal.
Marking a first for the show, this trip to Detroit represents an ongoing partnership between "The Tonight Show" and Ford, which is currently in its fifth year, as detailed by the Detroit Free Press. The partnership has previously seen Fallon engage in various promotions and segments that frequently highlight Ford's offerings, including the electric F-150 Lightning and a humorous skit where Fallon masqueraded as a Ford Mobile Service technician.
The special episode will be filmed ahead of the previously announced post-"Sunday Night Football" editions of the show, kicking off on September 21, as per The Detroit News. Anticipation is heightened by the fact that Fallon hasn't brought a network late-night show to Detroit since ABC’s "Jimmy Kimmel Live" hosted episodes from the Gem Theatre in 2006.
Support for the arts and community initiatives is a shared value between "The Tonight Show" and Ford, with the automotive giant having backed the Detroit Opera House for over two decades. Ford Philanthropy's efforts are evident in their recent collaboration with Bryan Cranston to launch Ford's new charity program, aiming to mobilize relief efforts during disasters. Cranston, known for his roles in "Breaking Bad" and "Malcolm in the Middle," has also lent his distinctive voice to Ford's commercials and philanthropic promotions, says the Detroit Free Press.
Viewers keen to watch the Detroit-focused shenanigans unfold can catch the episode airing the night after the taping, September 15, on NBC, with availability on Peacock starting September 16. The Emmy-nominated series continues to be executive-produced by Lorne Michaels and will bring its blend of humor, music, and celebrity guests to the heart of Motor City for this special telecast.
