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Tilted Axes Returns To Detroit's Concert Of Colors Festival
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 29, 2025

The Concert of Colors is Detroit's annual free global music festival, celebrating diverse world music traditions and cultural exchange. It takes place in Midtown Detroit, with the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) serving as the main stage. The festival also includes the Forum on Community, Culture, and Race, a series of conversations focusing on the role of arts in addressing social issues.

Photo Flash: THE BAND'S VISIT Co-Stars Katrina Lenk and George Abud Come to Birdland
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2019

The Broadway at Birdland concert series recently welcomed Tony winner Katrina Lenk and her friend and former cast member from The Band's Visit, George Abud in a one-night only concert called 'Swung.' The performance took place on Monday, March 4.

Birdland Presents Karrin Allyson, Nellie McKay and More Week of March 4
by Julie Musbach - Feb 22, 2019

Birdland will kick-off their great week of programming with Karrin Allyson, Nellie McKay, Victoria Shaw "Under the Covers," and more!

George Abud & Katrina Lenk, Laura Osnes, and More Head Up Birdland in March
by Julie Musbach - Feb 15, 2019

Birdland will kick-off their exciting month of programming with the following acts

Photo Flash: George Abud's 'CHANGE PARTNERS' Plays Birdland
by BWW News Desk - Jul 5, 2016

The Broadway at Birdland concert series was proud to present George Abud's Change Partners: A Broadway Love Affair on Monday, July 4. Scroll down for photos!

Still Got It Players Gamble on FATHER BINGO Today
by BWW News Desk - Aug 21, 2013

FATHER BINGO, a musical comedy written by Bill Nilsson, a Dearborn Heights resident, is scheduled as the opening production for the groups 2013 - 14 season. What makes this a unique opportunity is that the musical has only been present twice previously. FATHER BINGO made it's World Premiere in 2006 at the Detroit Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts. Directed by Debbie Lannen and featuring the Original Vandellas as the Bingo Mamas, it opened to over 3000 ticket holders and acquired a 93% approval rating.

STAGE TUBE: In Rehearsal with Still Got It Players' FATHER BINGO
by Stage Tube - Jul 8, 2013

FATHER BINGO, a musical comedy written by Bill Nilsson, a Dearborn Heights resident, is scheduled as the opening production for the groups 2013-14 season. Click below to watch videos of the cast in rehearsal!

Still Got It Players to Gamble on FATHER BINGO, 8/21
by Devin MacDonald - Jun 26, 2013

FATHER BINGO, a musical comedy written by Bill Nilsson, a Dearborn Heights resident, is scheduled as the opening production for the groups 2013 - 14 season. What makes this a unique opportunity is that the musical has only been present twice previously. FATHER BINGO made it's World Premiere in 2006 at the Detroit Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts. Directed by Debbie Lannen and featuring the Original Vandellas as the Bingo Mamas, it opened to over 3000 ticket holders and acquired a 93% approval rating.