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The mission of Farmers Alley Theatre is to create a professional product that entertains while inspiring, educating, and communicating with audiences to reflect on the diverse human experience.


Farmers Alley Theatre is a professional theatre based in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
We are Southwest Michigan's first and only year round Equity Theatre Company. We are ?striving to establish ourselves as Western Michigan's Premiere professional theatre. Several notable Broadway performers have traveled to work in our intimate 99 seat theatre including Barbara Marineau (Beauty and the Beast), Ann Sanders (?upcoming Broadway production of Frozen, ?King and I, Allegiance), Teri Bibb (Phantom of the Opera), Hannah Elless (Godspell, Bright Star), Ryan Vasquez (?Hamilton Tour, ?Wicked, Waitress), Michelle Duffy (Heathers, Leap of Faith), Trey Ellett (?Amelie, ?Rent),? Paul Castree (veteran of 10 Broadway shows),? Scott Coulter (renowned cabaret singer), and Lauren Kennedy (Spamalot, Side Show) to name a few. Visit our web site to learn more about us at www.farmersalleytheatre.com

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A VERY KALAMAZOO CHRISTMAS Opens in November at Farmers Alley Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre will open its holiday season with A Very Kalamazoo Christmas, a new comedy by Michigan playwright Robert Hawlmark, beginning November 20, 2025.
Farmers Alley Theatre and Air Zoo to Host CONNOR FARRY: THE STORY BEHIND COME FROM AWAY
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre and Air Zoo will host Connor Farry: The Story Behind COME FROM AWAY on October 18 at 2 p.m. in Portage, MI. The free community event features Farry, whose real-life experience as a child passenger diverted to Gander on 9/11 helped inspire the Tony-winning musical Come From Away.
Interview: Kathy Mulay of COME FROM AWAY at Farmers Alley Theatre
by Brian Hilbrand - Sep 23, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre is presenting Come from Away.  Come from Away is a musical with book, music, and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. It is based on the events in the Newfoundland town of Gander during the week following the September 11 attacks, when 38 planes, carrying approximately 7,000 passengers, were ordered to land unexpectedly at Gander International Airport. The characters in the musical are based on actual Gander residents and stranded travelers they housed and fed. Come From Away at Farmers Alley Theatre runs September 25th- October 26th, with an American Sign Language interpreted performance on Saturday, October 4th at 2:00pm.  We had the chance to interview the Director and Costume Designer for Come From Away, and see what Kathy Mulay had to say, as well as her thoughts on Come From Away.
Interview: Curt Denham of COME FROM AWAY at Farmers Alley Theatre
by Brian Hilbrand - Sep 22, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre is presenting Come from Away. We had the chance to interview an Actor from the show who plays Claude, and see what Curt Denham had to say, as well as his thoughts on Come From Away. Come From Away at Farmers Alley Theatre runs September 25th- October 26th, with an American Sign Language interpreted performance on Saturday, October 4th at 2:00 pm.
COME FROM AWAY Opens In September At Farmers Alley Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre opens its 18th season with Come From Away (Sept. 25–Oct. 12+). The hit musical tells the true story of Gander, Newfoundland, welcoming stranded travelers after 9/11. Directed by Kathy Mulay, with performances Thursdays–Sundays.
Video: BEAUTIFUL THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Farmers Alley Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Jul 12, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre will present Beautiful, the Carole King Musical from July 10-20 at the Nelda K. Balch Festival Playhouse on the campus of Kalamazoo College. See the trailer video here! 
Video: Inside Rehearsals for BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Farmers Alley Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre will bring Season 17 to a close as they present BEAUTIFUL, the Carole King Musical at the Nelda K. Balch Festival Playhouse on the campus of Kalamazoo College. Check out rehearsal footage here! 
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Comes to Farmers Alley Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre will bring Season 17 to a close as they present BEAUTIFUL, the Carole King Musical at the Nelda K. Balch Festival Playhouse on the campus of Kalamazoo College. 
Interview: Leonard Sullivan of RIDE THE CYCLONE at Farmers Alley Theatre
by Brian Hilbrand - May 27, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre is presenting Ride the Cyclone, a hilarious and outlandish story, in which the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other, the chance to return to life. Written by Brooke Maxwell and Jacob Richmond, this popular musical is a funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived! Ride the Cyclone at Farmers Alley Theatre runs May 29th-June 15th, with an American Sign Language interpreted performance on Thursday, June 5th. We had the chance to interview the Director of the show and see what Leonard Sullivan had to say, as well as his thoughts on Ride the Cyclone.
Interview: Niki Metcalf of RIDE THE CYCLONE at Farmers Alley Theatre
by Brian Hilbrand - May 22, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre is presenting Ride the Cyclone, a hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other, the chance to return to life. Written by Brooke Maxwell and Jacob Richmond, this popular musical is a funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived!
Heidi Blickenstaff, John Bolton, and More Will Lead COME FROM AWAY at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

The cast has been set for Come From Away when the musical makes its Muny premiere this summer in Forest Park. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
RIDE THE CYCLONE Comes to Farmers Alley Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2025

Coming off the heels of the enormously popular, sold out and extended production of A Jukebox for the Algonquin, Farmers Alley Theatre presents the Kalamazoo premiere of Ride the Cyclone.
Photos: A JUKEBOX FOR THE ALGONQUIN Now Extended at Farmers Alley Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre is presenting the Kalamazoo premiere of A Jukebox for the Algonquin by Paul Stroili. See photos here and learn more about the extended production.
A JUKEBOX FOR THE ALGONQUIN Comes to Farmers Alley Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025

Farmers Alley Theatre will present the Kalamazoo premiere of A Jukebox for the Algonquin by Paul Stroili: a brand new comedy with heart. Learn more about the show here!
Paul Stroili's MY MOTHER AND THE MICHIGAN/OHIO WAR to Begin in April The Purple Rose Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025

Paul Stroili's latest play, My Mother and The Michigan/Ohio War will begins preview at The Purple Rose Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
DIAL M FOR MURDER at Farmers Alley Theatre has been EXTENDED!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

Dial M for Murder, adapted by the acclaimed Jeffrey Hatcher, will hit the stage at Farmers Alley Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming production and how to get tickets here!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards; NEWSIES THE MUSICAL at Croswell Opera House Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards; Croswell Opera House Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards; NEWSIES THE MUSICAL at Croswell Opera House Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Michigan Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

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