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Midland Center for the Arts Opens 2026 Summer Camp Registration
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2026
Midland Center for the Arts will present a variety of week-long summer camps in 2026 for students from pre-K through grade 8. Camps traditionally fill quickly, and registration is first-come, first-served.
Billy Strings Sets First Appearance at 'Ionia Freak Fair' This Summer
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2026
3x Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and musician Billy Strings will return to Michigan this summer with his first-ever “Ionia Freak Fair” on Friday, August 28 and Saturday, August 29.
THE GREAT GATSBY On Sale This Week At Devos Performance Hall
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2026
Broadway Grand Rapids has announced that tickets for the Michigan premiere of THE GREAT GATSBY, based on the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, will go on sale Thursday, February 12, 2026 at noon for eight performances.
A RAISIN IN THE SUN to be Presented at Midland Center For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2026
Midland Center for the Arts will present the Center Stage Theatre's production of A RAISIN IN THE SUN, directed by Glecia Tatum, from February 27 to March 8, 2026, at the Little Theater.
THE GREAT GATSBY, DEATH BECOMES HER, and More Set For Broadway in Detroit 2026-27 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2026
ATG Broadway in Detroit has announced its upcoming 2025-26 seaosn. The season will kick off in September with the moving new musical The Notebook, bringing Nicholas Sparks' beloved love story to the Fisher Theatre stage.
DEFYING GRAVITY: A Concert Celebration Of Stephen Schwartz Comes To The Encore Musical Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2026
The Encore Musical Theatre Company invites audiences to experience DEFYING GRAVITY, a thrilling concert event celebrating the iconic music of legendary composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz.
CLUE Comes to the Wharton Center
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2026
CLUE, the hilarious murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the fan-favorite film, will come to Wharton Center from Tuesday, April 7, to Sunday, April 12, 2026. 
Theatre NOVA Launches “Reach For The Stars” Fundraiser
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2026
Theatre NOVA, Ann Arbor's resident nonprofit professional theatre is presenting a one day only musical event. “Reach for the Stars” is a Musical Theatre Cabaret directed by Diane Hill and music directed by Brian Buckner.
THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK To Be Presented By Birmingham Village Players
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2026
Birmingham Village Players will present THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK, featuring a new adaptation that highlights Jewish identity and historical context. The show, starring young talents, runs from March 6-22, 2026.
Review: DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS ROAD TRIP ADVENTURES at Van Andel Arena
by Brian Hilbrand - February 06, 2026
True to the show's name, we hit the road with Mickey Mouse and his pals for a ride for some “Road Trip Adventures”.  Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy invite the audience to embark on an interactive and memory-rich adventure to iconic Disney destinations.
Ann Arbor Civic Theatre Junior Theatre To Present THE THIRTY-THREE LITTLE PIGS
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2026
Ann Arbor Civic Theatre’s Junior Theatre will present THE THIRTY-THREE LITTLE PIGS, a children’s play written by Brian D. Taylor. The production is directed by Olivia Allen and features a cast of young performers from the Ann Arbor area.
A2CT to Stage SHE KILLS MONSTERS This February
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2026
Ann Arbor Civic Theatre will present the American Alliance for Theater and Education Award-winning play She Kills Monsters, by Qui Nquyen, directed by Meme Resnick.
Stephen King's MISERY Begins Performances In March At Farmers Alley Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2026
STEPHEN KING's MISERY is coming to Farmers Alley Theatre this spring. Adapted by William Goldman, this nerve-tingling play stars Paul Stroili and Laura Jordan and will be directed by Kathy Mulay.
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Begins This Month at Meadow Brook Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2026
Meadow Brook Theatre will present 'WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME', a blend of humor and heartbreak, from February 11 through March 8, 2026, at Oakland University, Rochester, Mich.
Grammy Winner Sullivan Fortner to Perform at 2026 Gilmore International Piano Festival
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2026
Sullivan Fortner, recent Grammy winner for Best Jazz Instrumental Album, will perform at the 2026 Gilmore International Piano Festival in Kalamazoo, MI. The event spans from April 30 to May 10, showcasing Fortner's acclaimed jazz compositions.
Jeff Daniels to Direct World Premiere of THE CLASSIC KING At Purple Rose Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2026
The Purple Rose Theatre Company will present the world premiere of THE CLASSIC KING, a new comedy by Richard Johnson, directed by Jeff Daniels. The play follows veteran car salesmen navigating a changing industry and generational divide.
Flint Repertory Theatre Appoints New Producing Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2026
Flint Institute of Music announced a new leadership appointment at Flint Repertory Theatre, with an award-winning theatre artist and producer taking on the role.
Political Satire THE OUTSIDER Celebrates Democracy in Farmington Hills, Michigan this February
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2026
It's certainly not 'politics as usual' when The Outsider takes the oath of office! In this workplace comedy — in the vein of VEEP — we get an insider's view into the workings of American democracy.
Flint Repertory Theatre To Present 2026 New Works Festival
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2026
FIM Flint Repertory Theatre will present its 2026 New Works Festival from February 13 through February 15 in Flint, Michigan. The three-day festival will feature staged readings of new plays in development.
Photos: KAYAK By Jordan Hall Makes Waves At Theatre NOVA
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2026
Theatre NOVA, Ann Arbor’s resident nonprofit professional theatre specializing in new plays will present “Kayak” by Jordan Hall, running January 30 - February 22, 2026. Check out photos of the production.
The World Premiere Of SALLY: A SOLO PLAY Comes To East Lansing
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2026
Wharton Center will host the world premiere of SALLY: A SOLO PLAY: a powerfully moving, one-woman drama set at Monticello in the days before Thomas Jefferson's death, written by East Lansing resident Sandra Seaton.
Face Off Theatre Company Launches 2026 Season With FREEDOM ISN’T FINISHED: BLACK MIDWEST VOICES PROJECT
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2026
Freedom Isn’t Finished: Black Midwest Voices Project will run February 12–15, 2026, at the Carver Center at Kalamazoo Civic Theatre. Ticket information will be announced.
Rebecca Rose Mims And Brian SullivaN Taylor To Star In THE MOUNTAINTOP At Detroit Public Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2026
Detroit Public Theatre (DPT) will present THE MOUNTAINTOP by Katori Hall as its third production of the company’s 11th season and its first production of 2026. The production will be directed by Brian Marable.
The Sauk To Open 2026 Season With ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
The Sauk will open its 2026 season with Arsenic and Old Lace, running February 5–15 in Jonesville, Michigan. The classic comedy features a cast of Sauk veterans and marks the theatre’s third production of the play.
Alice Cooper to Rock Mershon Auditorium This April
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2026
Rock legend Alice Cooper will perform at Mershon Auditorium on April 23 as part of the 'Alice’s Attic Tour', celebrating QFM96's Birthday Bash. Tickets go on sale this January.

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