Broadway Grand Rapids Unveils New Executive Committee and Board Members for 2026–27
Broadway Grand Rapids announced new additions to its Executive Committee and Board of Directors, shaping the organization's leadership for the upcoming season.
Michigan Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in Michigan from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from June 2026
In this June 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from stages across the country and beyond - from the world premiere of Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre to the riotous new comedy Iceboy!, starring Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, at Chic
Creedence Revived - The World Premier CCR Tribute Band Will Come to Meadow Brook Theatre's Concert & Cuisine
Meadow Brook Theatre will present Creedence Revived - the world premiere CCR tribute band this month.
Interview: Lauren Quigley of ESCAPE TO MARGARETAVILLE at Cornwell's Dinner Theatre, Turkeyville, USA
Escape to Margaretaville, opening this Wednesday in Marshal, Michigan, July 9th-August 22nd, 2026, at Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre, Turkeyville USA, for a multi-week engagement.
Interview: Ethan Badders of ESCAPE TO MARGARETAVILLE at Cornwell's Dinner Theatre, Turkeyville, USA
Escape to Margaretaville, opening this Wednesday in Marshal, Michigan, July 9th-August 22nd, 2026, at Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre, Turkeyville USA, for a multi-week engagement.
PRESTO CHANGE-O! to Make World Premiere With Rosedale Community Players
Rosedale Community Players and Secondhand Rose Players will present the world premiere of PRESTO CHANGE-O!, a comedy by Michigan playwright P.
Review: DARIUS RUCKER'S SONGS OF SUMMER TOUR at Acrisure Amphitheater
I was fortunate enough to see and work a show when Darius first reintroduced himself as a Country artist at a small acoustic concert.
Full Cast Set For DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL North American Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.
Photo Coverage: Austin Williams and Lauren Alaina @Acrisure Amphitheater June 26th, 2026
Photos I Shot of Austin Williams and Lauren Alaina @Acrisure Amphitheater, Grand Rapids, Michigan on June 26th, 2026
Photo Coverage: Darius Rucker @Acrisure Amphitheater June 26th, 2026
Photos from the Darius Rucker show @Acrisure Amphitheater, Grand Rapids, Michigan on June 26th, 2026
P@W ONE ACT FESTIVAL to Feature Four Original Plays by Local Authors
Birmingham Village Players' Playwrights @ Work will present four world-premiere one-act plays at its annual One Act Festival, featuring works on dating, family secrets, marriage equality, and addiction.
Midland Center for the Arts to Launch 'Pick 4 or More' Packages for 2026/27 Season
Midland Center for the Arts announced the return of its Pick 4 or More ticket package, letting patrons select four or more performances from the upcoming season, including Jersey Boys and more at up to 10% off.
BroadwayWorld Unveils New Redesigned Website & On Demand TV Apps
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra to Perform Two Free PATRIOTIC POPS Concerts This July
The Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra will perform two free Patriotic Pops concerts at Overlander Bandshell in Portage and Bronson Park in Kalamazoo, featuring music by Sousa, Williams, and Copland, plus a drone show finale.
Guitarist Goran Ivanovic to Perform New Album at Kerrytown Concert House in Ann Arbor
Chicago-based classical guitarist Goran Ivanovic will perform at Kerrytown Concert House in Ann Arbor, offering audiences a live look at material from his new solo album 'Far Away Feeling.
The Gilmore and Le Piano Symphonique to Launch Transatlantic Concert Series with Sophia Liu
The Gilmore and Lucerne-based Le Piano Symphonique announced a transatlantic collaboration featuring 17-year-old Canadian pianist Sophia Liu, who will perform recitals in Kalamazoo, Michigan and Lucerne, Switzerland.
The Gilmore and Le Piano Symphonique to Present Pianist Sophia Liu in Transatlantic Series
The Gilmore and Lucerne's Le Piano Symphonique are launching a joint collaboration featuring 17-year-old Canadian pianist Sophia Liu in performances across Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Lucerne, Switzerland.
MYSTIC PIZZA to Launch New National Tour in September 2026
A new national tour production of Mystic Pizza: A New Musical, based on the beloved movie classic that launched Julia Roberts’ career, will launch in September 2026 at the Clemens Center in Elmira, New York.
Video: Behind the Scenes of MEGAN IN THE WINGS at Farmers Alley Theatre
Farmers Alley Theatre posted a behind-the-scenes look at its production of MEGAN IN THE WINGS, offering a glimpse of the backstage work that goes into bringing INTO THE WOODS to life.
Paula Poundstone to Return to Wharton Center in East Lansing
Comedian Paula Poundstone will perform at the Pasant Theatre at Wharton Center in East Lansing.
WAITRESS Will Embark on 10th Anniversary North American Tour This Fall
The Waitress musical hits the road this fall! Celebrate its 10th anniversary with a North American tour hitting 40+ cities.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Launches 25th Anniversary North American Tour
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.
& JULIET National Tour to Play Wharton Center in East Lansing
Wharton Center will present & Juliet next week, from June 23–28, 2026, featuring songs by the legendary Grammy-winning songwriter/producer Max Martin, a book by the Emmy-winning writer from “Schitt's Creek'.
ATHENA to Open at Theatre NOVA
Theatre NOVA in Ann Arbor will present ATHENA by Gracie Gardner, a darkly comedic play set in the world of competitive girls' Junior Olympic fencing, featuring certified stage combatants and live swordplay.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN to Close Season 18 at Farmers Alley Theatre
Farmers Alley Theatre in Kalamazoo, MI will present DEAR EVAN HANSEN as the final production of its 18th season, directed by Kathy Mulay, featuring the Tony Award-winning score by Pasek and Paul.
|
Little Shop of Horrors 40th Anniversary Tour with Ellen Greene (the Original Audrey) Fisher Theater (8/21-8/21) |
|
McNeal Power Center for the Performing Arts (2/25-2/28) |
|
HOLIDAY INN THE ENCORE MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY (11/27-1/03) |
|
Athena by Gracie Gardner Theatre NOVA (7/17-8/09) |
|
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Spooktacular Tour with Barry Bostwick Cobb Great Hall (10/25-10/25) |
|
Disney's The Lion King Cobb Great Hall (4/08-4/25) |
|
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE THE ENCORE MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY (2/18-3/14) |
|
COME FROM AWAY Avon Players (9/11-9/26) |
|
Frozen Croswell Opera House (11/21-12/04) |
|
The Phantom of the Opera Cobb Great Hall (8/25-9/05) |