Betty Kahn

 The Berman Center for the Performing Arts is pleased to announce The JCC Ethan & Gretchen Davidson Music Festival May 24-27, 2018. With a focus on indie, folk, and rock music - the music festival is being reimagined right here in metro Detroit. Music and culture lovers will enjoy the second-annual festival at The Berman featuring musicians and composers with Jewish roots. The festival will unite some of the country's most creative performers and their fans for a true celebration of song. 

The Michigan Board of Cantors returns to The Berman Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m. May 2 for their annual concert. The live show will take audiences on an unforgettable musical journey while paying tribute to the Jewish influence in music of all kinds

Canadian classical pianist Anastasia Rizikov will perform at The Berman Center for the Performing Arts at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 29. Rizikov made her orchestral debut at the tender age of seven and has since appeared as soloist with major orchestras in North America and Europe.

Hanna and the Moonlit Dress is an interactive new musical about the magic of a good deed, based on the classic Israeli tale Hanna's Sabbath Dress. The time-honored tale will be brought to life at The Berman Center for the Performing Arts at noon and 2 p.m. Sunday, March 18, 2018.

The Michigan Five, featuring the most outstanding and creative dance talent from colleges and universities throughout the state will take center stage at The Berman Center for the Performing Arts March 17.  In this dynamic performance, the best dancers from five Michigan colleges and universities will dazzle audiences with a show designed by the world's finest choreographers.

Laurie Rubin, a blind singer who challenged the norm and beat the odds is performing at The Berman Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, February 22.

It was the decade of big hair, big phones, Pac Man, and iconic moments that changed the world. A slice of the 1980s will take center stage at The Berman January 25 through February 3 when The Wedding Singer (musical) rocks the house. Based on the 1998 film of the same name, The Wedding Singer with music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Chad Beguelin, and a book by Beguelin and Tim Herlihy, revolves around Robbie, who sings at weddings, his failed relationship with his former fianc e, and his romance with a new love, Julia.

Strega Nona is a timeless story that satisfies the appetite for laughter and fun. Based on the original children's book written and illustrated by Tomie dePaola, Strega Nona ( Grandma Witch ) has a magical pasta pot, which only she can control. Silliness ensues when her helper, Big Anthony, does not listen to her and he causes Nona's magic pot to create so much pasta that it nearly buries their small Italian village. Strega Nona, brought to life by Ann Arbor's award-winning Wild Swan Theater, fills The Berman's stage at 1 p.m. Sunday, January 21, 2018.

Showcasing some of the most extraordinary young talent from throughout the State of Michigan, the new MDM Dance Project bops its way into The Berman Center for the Performing Arts at 7 p.m. Saturday, January 13, 2018.

Hello Dolly, Mame, Mack and Mabel and La Cage aux Follies are some examples of composer Jerry Herman's ability to light up Broadway. The music of this legendary lyricist, and one of Broadway's most beloved icons, will light up The Berman Center for the Performing Arts tonight, December 9.

Hello Dolly, Mame, Mack and Mabel and La Cage aux Follies are some examples of composer Jerry Herman's ability to light up Broadway. The music of this legendary lyricist, and one of Broadway's most beloved icons, will light up The Berman Center for the Performing Arts Saturday, December 9.

International music sensation the Dallas String Quartet Electric is coming to The Berman at 8 p.m. Today, October 28.

The Berman Center for the Performing Arts welcomes a beloved tale, familiar to children everywhere Pinkalicious, The Musical with two performances at noon and 2 p.m. Sunday, October 29.

International music sensation the Dallas String Quartet Electric is coming to The Berman at 8 p.m. Saturday, October 28.

The hilarious Broadway's Next H!T Musical is the world's only unscripted theatrical awards show.

The hilarious Broadway's Next H!T Musical is the world's only unscripted theatrical awards show.

The Berman Center for the Performing Arts announces its seventh season with an exceptional series of shows, including Broadway and dance performances, music, magic, live shows, festivals, fairs, and programming for families.

Stephen Schwartz, composer and lyricist of iconic musicals "Wicked", "Pippin" and "Godspell" brings his music to life at the Berman at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 22.

The Berman Center for the Performing Arts presents 6 Guitars, a pitch perfect blend of concert, play, and comedy in a single one man show. Chase Padgett delivers a virtuosic performance as he becomes six different guitar players each with his own distinct voice, views, and musical style, including blues, jazz, rock, classical, folk, and country.

The Berman Center for the Performing Arts is pleased to present the JCC Ethan & Gretchen Davidson Music Festival - a fresh new take on arts and music festivals. This Music Festival will showcase local, national and international artists who perform amazing music in a broad range of styles, an Artists' Market and food vendors throughout the four-day event held at The Berman March 23-26, 2017.