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The latest news on live theatre in Michigan from Broadway shows on tour to regional theatre.

Detroit Public Theatre Announces Cast For CONFEDERATES By Dominique Morisseau
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2025


Detroit Public Theatre has announced the cast for CONFEDERATES, by DPT Executive Artistic Producer, MacArthur Genius award-winning, Tony nominated, Daughter of Detroit, Dominique Morisseau.

FIM Stages Spotlight Orchestral Artistry, Rising Talent, Classic Rockstars And The King Of Pop In January And February
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2025


Flint Institute of Music will stage spotlight orchestral artistry, rising talent, classic rock stars and the King of Pop in January and February including Mid-Michigan Band & Orchestra Day Concert and more.

FIVE WOMEN WEARING THE SAME DRESS Comes to St. Dunstan's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - January 08, 2025


St. Dunstan’s Theatre Guild has announced its upcoming production of Five Women Wearing the Same Dress by Alan Ball, comedy that delves into the lives of five very different women brought together during an unforgettable wedding celebration.

Michigan Premiere Play HALFTIME WITH DON At Tipping Point Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2025


Tipping Point Theatre's (TPT) 17th theatrical season continues on January 22, 2025, with the Michigan premiere production of Ken Weitzman's Halftime with Don.

WILD HOPE: With Photographer Ami Vitale to be Presented at Cobb Great Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


Embark on a journey into the wild with Ami Vitale as she leads audiences through our natural world in her piece Wild Hope: With Photographer Ami Vitale at Cobb Great Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets!

KNOCK THE BALL LOOSE to be Presented at Rosedale Community Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2025


Rosedale Community Players will produce the world premiere of 'Knock The Ball Loose' by local playwright, Sean Paraventi. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

BERNHARDT/HAMLET to be Presented at Open Book Theatre in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 03, 2025


In a sparkling blend of humor, heart, and historical intrigue, Open Book Theatre in Trenton, Michigan, is set to present Theresa Rebeck’s Bernhardt/Hamlet. Learn more!

Stagecrafters To Present THE COLOR PURPLE
by A.A. Cristi - January 02, 2025


Stagecrafters has announced its upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning musical, The Color Purple, running from January 10-26 at the Baldwin Theatre in Royal Oak.

Student Blog: Greenhills Theater: A Final Bow
by Student Blogger: Ella Song - December 31, 2024


My final musical at Greenhills, Something Rotten, is a bittersweet farewell to the theater community that’s shaped me. From props crew to senior circle, I’m cherishing every moment before my last bow.

Student Blog: Burnout- How I’ve Been Experiencing It This Semester and How I’ve Overcome It
by Student Blogger: Ella Song - December 31, 2024


Burnout can be overwhelming! In this post, I share how I've navigated burnout this semester and offer strategies for finding balance, setting boundaries, and reconnecting with creativity.

THE BOOK OF MORMON Returns To The Fisher Theatre In April 2025
by A.A. Cristi - December 30, 2024


THE BOOK OF MORMON will return to Detroit for a limited engagement April 1 – 6, 2025 at The Fisher Theatre. THE BOOK OF MORMON has been performed on three continents and has won over 30 international awards.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards; NEWSIES THE MUSICAL at Croswell Opera House Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024


This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

CROSSING DELANCEY Opens In January At Birmingham Village Players
by A.A. Cristi - December 26, 2024


Get a head start on the most romantic time of year by taking your special someone to see Crossing Delancey, a delightful and humorous love story playing January 17-Feburary 2, 2025 at Birmingham Village Players (BVP).

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards; Croswell Opera House Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024


This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

FOOTLOOSE Comes To Meadow Brook Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - December 20, 2024


FOOTLOOSE will explode on the Meadow Brook Theatre stage running January 8 through February 2, 2025, at Meadow Brook Theatre on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester.

SUNSET BABY Announced At Face Off Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - December 18, 2024


Sunset Baby by Dominique Morisseau will be presented at Face Off Theatre Company, in partnership with Festival Playhouse at Kalamazoo College and the Black Arts & Cultural Center.

Time for Three To Perform Live at Wharton Center
by A.A. Cristi - December 18, 2024


Popular Grammy and Emmy-winning ensemble Time for Three's captivating sound merges Americana, classical, pop, and singer-songwriter styles have resonated with audiences globally.

Time for Three to Perform Live at Wharton Center This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 18, 2024


Popular Grammy and Emmy-winning ensemble Time for Three will perform at Wharton Center in January. TF3 rewrites the rules of music in their Wharton Center debut. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Student Blog: Mastering the Internship Hunt
by Student Blogger: Reese Leif - December 17, 2024


Although the internship search can be daunting, the payoff from a summer in the professional world is immeasurable. With the right combination of proactivity, organization, tailored materials, and a positive attitude, you can turn the process into a meaningful step in your future career.

Photos: First Look At ANNIE At The Encore Musical Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - December 16, 2024


See first look photos of the Tony Award-winning musical, Annie at The Encore Musical Theatre Company in Dexter.

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards; NEWSIES THE MUSICAL at Croswell Opera House Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 16, 2024


Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: CHARLIE HU$TLE at The Smith Theatre
by Emily Schenk - December 15, 2024


I have to commend Ryan Noggle for bringing the story to life in such a unique way. I would also like to point out Neil Berg's score and the songs written for the show.

Review: LITTLE WOMEN at Tipping Point Theatre
by Emily Schenk - December 15, 2024


Tipping Pointe Theatre's adaptation of Little Women by Heather Chrisler will be playing at Tipping Point Theatre located at 361 E Cady Street • Northville, MI 48167, till December 21st, 2024. Get your tickets here.

THE BOOK OF MORMON is Coming to Wharton Center This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 13, 2024


 Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, will return to East Lansing for a limited engagement in June 2025. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

WILD HOPE: With Photographer Ami Vitale Announced At Wharton Center
by A.A. Cristi - December 11, 2024


Embark on a journey into the wild with Ami Vitale as she leads audiences through our natural world in her piece Wild Hope: With Photographer Ami Vitale on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 7:30PM.


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