About the Theatre
With a variable thrust or proscenium stage, the 1,300-seat Power Center provides a versatile and technically sophisticated facility for theatrical productions. Located on Central Campus, the Power Center was completed in 1971 in a modern classical style featuring soaring glass and concrete architectural features.
Marat/Sade
Feb 19 – Feb 22, 2026
Based on a true story, Marat/Sade is a shocking and relevant work about human suffering, class struggle, and mental illness as depicted in the play...
Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812
Apr 16 – Apr 19, 2026
From celebrated composer Dave Malloy comes an electropop opera based on a scandalous 70-page slice of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace. Beloved by audiences, The...
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...
Review: WHO’S HOLIDAY! at National Broadway Theatre
by Brian Hilbrand - December 16, 2025
A story, although not written by Seuss, is an after-story of sorts, detailing what happens the night after Cindy Lou Who meets the Grinch, who, interestingly enough, and without giving too much away, end up getting married. The wild and crazy events that go down as a result of that are nothing sho...
Past Shows
University of Michigan Dance Company 2026
Feb 5 – Feb 8, 2026
Featuring new works by Marcat Dance (co-artistic director Catherine Coury [BFA ’10, dance]), Maleek Washington, Sean McKnight (BFA ’13, musical theatre), and Professor Amy Chavasse....
The Marriage of Figaro
Nov 6 – Nov 9, 2025
Considered by many to be the “perfect opera,” The Marriage of Figaro tells the story of a single day in the life of Figaro and...
Titanic: The Musical
Apr 17 – Apr 20, 2025
A stirring, epic tale of aspiration, ambition, hopefulness, and tragedy.
2025 Dance Concert
Feb 6 – Feb 9, 2025
The 2025 edition of the Department of Dance’s always lively Power Center showcase will feature choreography by professional guest artists and university faculty.
Hänsel und Gretel
Nov 14 – Nov 17, 2024
A charming all-ages opera featuring fairies, angels, and a witch with a wicked gingerbread recipe.
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