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Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra

Upcoming Shows

Carols by Candlelight

Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2026

Carols by Candlelight is one of several festive holiday experiences offered across multiple venues as part of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's 2026/27 season....

Handel's Messiah

Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2026

George Frideric Handel's Messiah returns to the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's holiday lineup for the first time in over a decade, as part of a festive...

Organ & Brass: Deck the Halls

Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2026

Organ & Brass: Deck the Halls is a festive holiday experience presented across multiple venues as part of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's 2026/27 season....

Disney's Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert

Apr 2 – Apr 3, 2027

Two performances celebrating the film's 50th anniversary feature a live performance of John Williams' iconic score synchronized with the full movie. Performances take place on...

Itzhak Perlman: Cinema Serenade

Apr 12

An evening with violin legend Itzhak Perlman performing music from beloved films alongside personal reflections. The concert is presented by Zhang Financial as part of...

Peter and the Wolf

Sep 1 – May 31, 2027

The Jane Rooks Ross & Barry Ross Family Discovery Concert presents Peter and the Wolf, inviting audiences of all ages to experience the magic of...

Vivaldi: The Four Seasons

Sep 1 – May 31, 2027

Antonio Vivaldi's The Four Seasons is presented as part of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's 2026/27 season of special events....

Wu Man: Pipa Virtuoso

Sep 1 – May 31, 2027

Internationally acclaimed pipa virtuoso Wu Man performs as part of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's 2026/27 season of special events....



Review: A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Avon Players


by Emily Schenk - June 02, 2026

A production of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder is only as strong as its many moving parts, and this cast delivered them with delicious precision. The women of the show were far more than romantic interests orbiting Monty’s schemes—they were a dazzling constellation all their own. Hosan...

Review: HAMILTON at The Fisher Theatre


by Emily Schenk - May 05, 2026

Hamilton is the room where it happens—a history remix that’s not throwing away its shot at dazzling you with rhyme, rhythm, and revolution. Founding fathers trade powdered wigs for mic drops as ambition rises faster than the tempo, and duels come with both pistols and punchlines. This production...

Review: THE LION KING at Broadway Grand Rapids


by Brian Hilbrand - April 21, 2026

The Lion King has been touring North America for more than 23 years, and during that time has welcomed over 25 million theatergoers, making it North America’s longest-running and most-attended Broadway tour. Having already played more than 10,000 performances in over 90 cities across North America...

Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Stagecrafters


by Emily Schenk - April 18, 2026

Fiddler on the Roof follows Tevye, a poor milkman in Anatevka, and his five daughters who choose love over arranged marriages, challenging Tevye’s beliefs about faith and family....

Review: LUCKY STIFF at University Of Michigan Flint Theatre


by Emily Schenk - March 28, 2026

Lucky Stiff is a musical comedy that felt like the perfect combination of Weekend at Bernie’s mixed with the play Noises Off. It was funny, zany, and completely unpredictable....

Review: THE OUTSIDERS at The Fisher Theatre


by Emily Schenk - March 07, 2026

Do you want to see a show with some of the most exciting and breathtaking stage combat you’ve ever seen? Do you want to see a cast perform some of the most buttery smooth vocals currently on tour? Then I implore you to get tickets for The Outsiders performing at the Fisher Theatre through March 15...

Review: DANCING WITH THE STARS LIVE at Fox Theatre


by Emily Schenk - March 02, 2026

it’s hard for me to pick a favorite performance of the night, but if I had to pick one that stands out, it was when Brandon Armstrong and Britt Stewart danced to Hit Me With A Hot Note And Watch Me Bounce. Every season, I see these two get criminally overlooked on the show! Brandon Armstrong is a ...

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....

Review: HELL'S KITCHEN at Fisher Theatre


by Emily Schenk - December 18, 2025

The national touring cast of Hell‘s Kitchen arrives at The Fisher Theatre. Hell’s Kitchen features pop hits from Grammy Award-winning Alicia Keys. Hell‘s Kitchen is a story of a young girl growing up in Manhattan trying to chase her dreams, find love, and navigate the city....

Review: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET at The Fox Theatre


by Emily Schenk - December 17, 2025

Doris Walker, played by Ellie Baker, was the star of the show, and in more ways than one, her angelic voice and quick wit really played into the fast-talking talking powerful female, Macy’s exact executive, her child, and charisma was matched only by The Man and Red himself. Kris Kringle brought j...

Past Shows

Symphonic Beats: Celebrating Hip Hop Culture

Feb 7

The Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra presents a unique concert that blends Hip Hop culture with classical music, curated by Dr. Kandace “DC” Lavender. Featuring over 15...

Videos


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The Encore Musical Theatre Company (6/04-7/19) PHOTOS VIDEOS
Oliver! in Michigan Oliver!
The Berman Center for Performing Arts (7/17-7/26)
The Outsiders in Michigan The Outsiders
Cobb Great Hall (6/22-6/27)
Run For Your Wife in Michigan Run For Your Wife
Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre (5/21-6/20)
Always... Patsy Cline in Michigan Always... Patsy Cline
Knickerbocker Theatre (6/11-7/02)
Nate Bargatze in Michigan Nate Bargatze
Nate Bargatze (8/14-8/14)
Away in the Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas in Michigan Away in the Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas
Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre (11/03-12/20)
December Dance Concert in Michigan December Dance Concert
The Hilberry Gateway (12/10-12/13)
Dear Evan Hansen in Michigan Dear Evan Hansen
Tibbits Opera House (6/19-6/27)
Footloose in Michigan Footloose
Boardwalk Theatre (7/11-8/02)