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SIX Comes to the Midland Center for the Arts in November
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
Midland Center for the Arts has announced that tickets for the Tony Award-Winning electrifying new musical phenomenon SIX by Tony Award winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss will go on sale Friday, Aug. 15.
Photos: David Wells’ RADICAL EMPATHY World Premiere at Theatre NOVA
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
Theatre NOVA will present the world premiere of Radical Empathy by Ann Arbor playwright David Wells, running August 1–24, 2025, at Theatre NOVA, 410 W Huron St, Ann Arbor. See photos from the show.
FIM Reveals Fall Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2025
As summer winds down, FIM is looking ahead to its 2025-26 season, continuing its long-standing commitment to showcasing artists rooted in Flint, Genesee County and surrounding communities.
THE SHARK IS BROKEN and More Set for Tipping Point Theatre 2025–2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2025
Tipping Point Theatre in Northville, MI has announced its 18th season of productions, featuring a dynamic mix of new plays, Michigan premieres, and returning audience favorites. Launching September 17, 2025, the season will include The Shark is Broken, A Very Northville Christmas, Broke-ology, Gene & Gilda, and The Revolutionists.
Michigan Shakespeare Festival to Return in 2026 With Previously Announced Season
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
The Michigan Shakespeare Festival has announced it will return in 2026 with its previously planned 2025 season, including Richard III, Much Ado About Nothing, and a world premiere adaptation of The Beaux’ Stratagem. A recovery plan is now in place, beginning with a September 27 kickoff event at the Hilberry Gateway in Detroit. Tickets at wsushows.com.
The Ringwald To Premiere Joey Urreta's A CERTAIN KIND OF LIGHT In New 'From The Fringe' Series
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
The Ringwald Theatre will launch From the Fringe, a new series spotlighting original, boundary-pushing works, with the world premiere of A CERTAIN KIND OF LIGHT by Detroit-based playwright Joey Urreta.
Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is Coming to Wharton Center
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
Tickets for Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, being presented at Wharton, will go on sale to the public in August. Learn more!
Cast Set for TRACY JONES at Rosedale Community Players
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
Rosedale Community Players has revealed the cast of its upcoming production of Tracy Jones by Stephen Kaplan, opening October 10, 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Ringwald to Present HAIR As Part of Its Reprise Series
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2025
The Ringwald Theatre in Ferndale, Michigan will present a limited run of the groundbreaking musical Hair from August 8–11, 2025, as part of its Reprise series—a bold programming initiative featuring fully staged musicals with just one week of rehearsal.
TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Returns to Detroit for Limited Engagement at the Fisher Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2025
The new North American tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will stop at Detroit’s Fisher Theatre for a limited five-performance engagement from November 21–23, 2025.
Mannheim Steamroller Returns to Wharton Center
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2025
Chip Davis, founder and creator of Mannheim Steamroller, celebrates 40 Years of his annual Christmas concert tour, making it the longest-running concert tour in the entertainment industry.
Obsidian Theatre Festival Launches Season 4 Streaming with New Musical TI'MON
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2025
The Obsidian Theatre Festival (OTF), a program of the GhostLight Arts Initiative (GLAI), has launched its Season 4 streaming content, beginning with the premiere of TI'MON, a new musical documentary by Ashlee K. Thomas and Ziyan Yang.
The Encore Launches Season 17 Subscriptions
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
The Encore Musical Theatre Company has opened subscription sales for its 17th Season, inviting audiences to lock in their seats early for a year filled with Broadway hits, powerful tributes, and theatrical experiences.
HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES, THE MOUNTAINTOP, and KING JAMES Set for Detroit Public Theatre 2025–2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2025
Detroit Public Theatre has announced its 11th season, which will feature a mix of new work, contemporary classics, and audience favorites. The season opens October 1, 2025, with the first licensed U.S. production of Here There Are Blueberries, and will conclude in June 2026 with King James, Rajiv Joseph’s acclaimed exploration of friendship through basketball.
DRONE Comes to Detroit Public Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2025
This summer, the Arab American National Museum (AANM) will present the first fully-staged production of DRONE, a new play by Joyce Award-winning playwright Andrea Assaf, with performances at Detroit Public Theatre.
Jane Goodall Is Coming To The Fisher Theatre in September
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2025
Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) and UN Messenger of Peace is coming to Detroit's Fisher Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
MAN OF LA MANCHA and More Set for Birmingham Village Players 103rd Season
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2025
Birmingham Village Players will open its 103rd season this fall with five productions including Man of La Mancha and more. See the full season and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: PICKNIC POPS: “PATRIOTIC POPS” at Grand Rapids Symphony
by Brian Hilbrand - July 21, 2025
What did our critic think of PICKNIC POPS: “PATRIOTIC POPS” at Grand Rapids Symphony? The Grand Rapids Symphony is reviving its most iconic and popular summer tradition. The Family Fare Picnic Pops has moved to Secchia Meadows at Millennium Park, and a unique concerts for every music lover!  Picnic Pops debuted at Cannonsburg Ski Area in 1995 and quickly became a family-friendly West Michigan summer favorite. The series was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, and since then, the Symphony has been working to bring Picnic Pops back to the community.
Four New Wharton Center Performances to Kick Off 25-26 Performing Arts Season
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
​Four performances of Wharton Center's 2025-2026 season are all on sale now to the public, including World Ballet Company's The Great Gatsby and more! See the full lineup here!
Midland Center for the Arts Unveils Holiday Lineup with Cirque Dreams, Mannheim Steamroller & More
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2025
The holidays are arriving early in Midland with a festive lineup of must-see performances at Midland Center for the Arts. As part of a special Christmas in July ticket on-sale event, single tickets to this year’s holiday shows will be available beginning Friday, July 25 at 10:00 AM.
Detroit Opera Cancels Season Opener Due to Financial Losses
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2025
The Detroit Opera has cancelled its 2025-26 season opening production, The Girl of the Golden West, due to financial reasons. Learn more about the season here.
BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical Comes to the Detroit Opera House
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2025
BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical will arrive in Detroit as part of the 2025-26 Broadway Season. This live experience is based on the Universal Pictures/Amblin Entertainment film.
AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER IN CONCERT is Coming to Wharton Center for Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2025
Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert – The 20th Anniversary Tour will land in East Lansing at Wharton Center for Performing Arts this fall. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE to Return to Midland This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2025
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE will return to Midland this holiday season with an updated holiday spectacular for the entire family. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Gilmore Reveals 2026 Festival Fellowship Residency Program
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2025
The Gilmore has announced the return of its Gilmore Festival Fellowship, a ten-day career-advancement residency for classical and jazz pianists 18 years and older designed to bridge artistry and professional development. Applications are now open through December 1, 2025, to take part in the residency from May 1-10, 2026. 

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