To Enlighten • To Entertain • To Educate
James W. Miller Auditorium is located on the campus of Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo and is the premier performing arts venue in West Michigan. We are dedicated to strengthening the cultural life of West Michigan, engaging with our community through outreach and the magic of live theatre.
At Miller Auditorium’s grand opening celebration in 1968, Western Michigan University president James W. Miller promised that the new building would present the performing arts "not as culture for culture's sake, but for the enrichment of the lives of our students, our faculty and our friends in the community."
Our state-of-the-art facility is host to entertainment of all kinds: touring productions straight from Broadway, live concerts, comedy events, family shows, and more. Our dedication to community outreach and education runs deep. When you see a show at Miller, know that you are supporting these goals. (Want to help even more? Consider becoming a Friend of Miller.)
Cellist Sterling Elliott performs Antonín Dvořák's Cello Concerto paired with Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 7 as part of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's Signature Series at Miller Auditorium.
Pianist Yefim Bronfman performs Franz Liszt's Piano Concerto No. 2 paired with Johannes Brahms' Symphony No. 4 as part of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's Signature Series at Miller Auditorium.
Violinist Alexi Kenney performs Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 3 alongside Igor Stravinsky's Petrushka as part of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's six-concert Signature Series at Miller Auditorium.
Johann Sebastian Bach's monumental St. Matthew Passion is presented as part of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's Signature Series at Miller Auditorium, featuring nearly 200 performers.
Gustav Holst's The Planets is presented as part of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra's Signature Series at Miller Auditorium, offering a cosmic journey through one of the most beloved orchestral works.
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…
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…
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 …
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).…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
Lynyrd Skynyrd Acrisure Amphitheater, July 31, 2026…
Escape to Margaretaville has been one of my bucket list shows as long as I have known they made it a musical. I was supposed to originally see it back in 2020, when it was part of a season ticket I had to the Broadway Grand Rapids season, but ultimately it was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemi…
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C’mon and join Blippi to make music in your hometown in the brand new live Blippi: Join The Band Tour! Blippi will be joined onstage by Meekah, their singing and dancing buddies and LIVE musicians to explore what makes music, including sounds, rhythms and instruments through all...
Jordan Klepper brings his unique comedic style to the stage with Suffering Fools, which explores the complexities of the political landscape through sharp wit and insightful commentary. Known for his work on The Daily Show and his Emmy-nominated specials, Klepper engages...
At Miller Auditorium on November 17, 2024, Robert Neary presents a tribute to the legendary Neil Diamond in a performance that includes stories behind the music and renditions of 20 of Diamond's greatest hits. Neary, an accomplished Broadway actor, brings his passion for...
Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by The Washington Post and “an anthem resonating on Broadway and beyond” by NBC Nightly News, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the first contemporary musical about connection in the digital age. Meet Evan Hansen, a high...
Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert invites fans to experience the beloved Academy Award-winning film with a live musical performance by Banda de la Casita. Attendees are encouraged to dress as their favorite characters and join in the fun by singing along to popular songs like...
Damn it Janet! The Rocky Horror Picture Show is back at Miller Auditorium!
The Rocky Horror Picture Show is set to return to Miller Auditorium with a live shadow cast performance on October 25, 2024. Attendees will experience the cult classic in its original form, complemented by a professional shadow cast, Rocky Horror in Abundance, bringing the film...
Mike Epps is generating an extraordinary amount of buzz among his peers for being not only one of the funniest comic actors in town, but also for his burgeoning dramatic talent. One of Mike’s recent projects includes Season Five of the Netflix comedy “The Upshaws,” which he...
Hot off its Off-Broadway premiere, ‘A Taste of IrelandThe Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ hits stages across the USA this May, performing the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh, cry, and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this...
RAIN – A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES is an electrifying concert experience celebrating the timeless music of the legendary fab four. With note-for-note precision, this mind-blowing performance transports you back to the iconic eras of Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour, along with...
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August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom FIM Flint Repertory Theatre (9/18-10/04) |
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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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Prince of the Pulpit Ford Community and Performing Arts Center (9/19-9/20) |
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The Lion King Wharton Center [Cobb Great Hall] (4/08-4/25) |
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Boop! The Musical Cobb Great Hall (2/23-2/28) |
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December Dance Concert The Hilberry Gateway (12/10-12/13) |
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72 Miles to Go... Gilmore Theatre Complex (1/29-2/14) |
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Mamma Mia! Stranahan Theater (4/27-5/02) |
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Rolling Thunder: A Rock Journey Meadow Brook Theatre (4/28-5/23) |
