Peter and the Wolf
The Jane Rooks Ross & Barry Ross Family Discovery Concert presents Peter and the Wolf, inviting audiences of all ages to experience the magic of the orchestra through storytelling and music.
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra
Upcoming Shows
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
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
Internationally acclaimed pipa virtuoso Wu Man performs as part of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's 2026/27 season of special events.
Carols by Candlelight
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
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 season of holiday programming.
Organ & Brass: Deck the Halls
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
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 Friday, April 2 and Saturday, April 3, 2027.
Itzhak Perlman: Cinema Serenade
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 the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's 2026/27 season.
Articles
Photo Review: BROOKS & DUNN 2026 Neon Moon Tour
Brooks & Dunn, the best-selling country duo of all time and most-awarded artists in CMA history, extend their NEON MOON TOUR into 2026. The Country Music Hall of Famers brought their “don’t miss” (Whiskey Riff) live show to Acrisure Amphitheater on Friday, September 25, with special guests Wil…
Photo Review: Willow Avalon and David Lee Murphy
In 2025, her songs 'Tequila and Whiskey' and 'Homewrecker' went viral on TikTok. Soon after, Avalon released her debut album, Southern Belle Raisin' Hell, on January 17, 2025. She used her mugshot from a previous arrest for the album's cover. David Lee Murphy is best recognized by his massive hit…
Photo Review: Craig Morgan
Some people know innately who they are and what they stand for. Within minutes of any interaction with Craig Morgan, it’s clear God, family, and country are his foundation. The veteran hitmaker continues to celebrate those pillars on his new EP, American Soundtrack. “I try to celebrate God, f…
Photo Review: Alabama: Live In Concert
It’s the kind of story you read about in books and watch on the big screen at the movies. For the band ALABAMA, it’s not just a story; it’s their life. It’s a classic American tale of rags to riches. From humble beginnings picking cotton in the fields to international stars that went on to s…
Photo Review: Josh Groban Stage, Screen, and Symphony tour
We were fortunate to head back to the Acrisure Amphitheater last weekend, this time to hear Tony®, EMMY®, and five-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated singer, songwriter, actor, and philanthropist Josh Groban take the stage for his “Stage, Screen, and Symphony” tour in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The …
Review: THOMAS RHETT: 'SOUND TRACK TO LIFE TOUR' at Acrisure Amphitheater
We were fortunate to head back out to the Accurasure Amplitheatre last weekend for the Thomas Rhett The Soundtrack to Life tour, with special guests Conner Smith and Emily Ann Roberts (who had a very Dolly Parton-style approach to singing and storytelling).…
Review: LINDSEY STIRLING’S DUALITY TOUR at Acrisure Amphitheater
We were fortunate to attend the second-to-last stop on Lindsey Stirling’s Duality Tour, after her most recent album of the same name. This concert came at the right time for me personally, as I had gotten some rough news earlier in the day, that was very unexpected, and had debated attending the s…
Photo Review: Mary Kutter and Junior Brown, Special Guest for Hank Williams, Jr.
Kentucky-raised and Nashville-based, Mary Kutter writes songs that live in the gray area, blurring genre lines and creative narratives. Drawing from country storytelling and rock-leaning intensity, her music favors sharp images over easy answers. As both a songwriter and recording artist, Kutter gra…
Photo Review: Hank Williams, Jr. @Acrisure Amphitheater, Friday, August 14th, 2026
Hank Williams, Jr.'s rescheduled tour stop this past Friday at the Acrisure Amphitheater was nothing short of impressive and worth the wait from the original date, which was moved due to wildfire smoke from Canada reducing the Air quality in Michigan, and making it not good to be outside for extend…
Photos and Feature: Unity Christian Music Festival, Heritage Landing, Muskegon, Michigan.
We attended Unity Fest Day 2, out at Heritage Landing in Muskegon, Michigan, and although Unity has great Bands and Artists and is a multi-day event, it isn’t just about the music; it is far bigger than that! For over 25 years, the heart behind the Unity Christian Musical Festival has been bigger …
Past Shows
Symphonic Beats: Celebrating Hip Hop Culture
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 artists, the event explores the origins and evolution of Hip Hop through spoken word, poetry, and dance, backed by...
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August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom FIM Flint Repertory Theatre (9/18-10/04) |
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Come From Away Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre (10/08-10/18) |
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Time Passes: 8 Short Plays by Samuel Beckett Arthur Miller Theatre (10/01-10/11) |
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Les Miserables Grosse Pointe Theatre (9/18-10/11) |
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Some Enchanted Evening® - The Songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein Kalamazoo Civic Theatre (10/02-10/11) |
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HAIR - The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical The Hilberry Gateway (4/09-4/25) |
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Purpose Detroit Repertory Theatre (1/08-3/14) |
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Peter Pan Goes Wrong Gilmore Theatre Complex (4/09-4/24) |
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INVINCIBLE: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson Miller Auditorium (11/20-11/20) |
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Curtains Meadow Brook Theatre (1/13-2/07) |
