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A NIGHT OF COMEDY at Buckham Alley Theatre
FLINT, Mich., January 19, 2026– Join us for A Walk in the Park, an original play written by local playwright, Steven Shelton. As we stroll through this lovely park setting, we encounter characters in the Buckham Bistro, witness meet-ups in the Wiggly Field dog park, and get to know two old friends playing their usual game of chess. There is much laughter, surprise encounters, and some sweet moments that will have you saying “Awww!” A visit to this sunny city park will make
1 day ago2 min read


The Rundown | Jan. 15, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the plays, musicals, concerts, and cabarets now playing on stage in Michigan. We're moving through the new year, and even though the snow won't stop falling -- Michigan stages are heating up. We've got new shows playing across the state and streaming online! So go ahead, dive in, and keep an eye open for special discounts available ONLY to Encore Subscribers! You know what we're gonna say... Get On Up and Go See A Show!
Jan 1515 min read


The Rundown | Jan. 8, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the plays, musicals, concerts, and cabarets now playing on stage in Michigan. The second half of the 25-26 season is in full swing as companies across the state debut opening performances this weekend. New plays, musicals, dance concerts and more are gearing up to grace our stages. So go ahead, dive in, and keep an eye open for special discounts available ONLY to Encore Subscribers! You know what we're gonna say... Get On
Jan 814 min read


The Rundown | Jan. 2, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. 2025 is in our rearview mirror and 2026 is starting off with a bang! So , dive on in and keep an eye open for special discounts available ONLY to Encore Subscribers! You know what we're gonna say... Get On Up and Go See A Show! I Think I Should Be Laughing Yet I forget, Forget How To Begin I'm Feeling Something Inside And yet I Still Can't Decide If I Should Hide, or Make A Wide
Jan 213 min read


The Rundown | Dec. 19, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. The end of the year is almost here, and stages across the state are sprinting to the finish line. So , dive on in and keep an eye open for special discounts available ONLY to Encore Subscribers! You know what we're gonna say... Get On Up and Go See A Show! Anyone Can Be Santa A Tantalizin' Remark Though His Boots Are Not My Size With a Twinkle In My Eyes I Could Be Santa Claus P
Dec 19, 202514 min read


The Rundown | Dec. 11, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. We're in it now! Snow and Ice is everywhere in Michigan. And, once again, the Rundown is packed with openings, closings, and hilarious holiday streaming releases. So , dive on in and keep an eye open for special discounts available ONLY to Encore Subscribers! You know what we're gonna say... Get On Up and Go See A Show! I Never Has Seen Snow All the Same I Know Snow Ain't So Bea
Dec 11, 202515 min read


The Rundown | Dec. 5, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. Winter is officially here. Snow is on the ground, a chill is in the air, and stages across the state are coming alive with holiday cheer. This week's Rundown is packed with new shows opening, a few favorites taking their final bow, and new holiday streaming releases. So , dive on in and keep an eye open for special discounts available ONLY to Encore Subscribers! You know what we
Dec 5, 202515 min read


Alma College Shutters Theatre Program; Announcement Catches Students Off-Guard
Announcement delivered in mid-September leaves students and alumni surprised as the theatre program winds down, and department leadership exits. Alma College has notified students and faculty that it will close its Theatre academic program, placing the major into immediate teach-out and ending formal coursework in the discipline. The decision, announced to students in mid-September, means the department will no longer admit new theatre majors and will phase out all theatre c
Nov 21, 20253 min read


The Rundown | Nov. 20, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. The leaves are falling, and holiday season is in full swing. This weekend is packed as amazing productions prepare to close, while others make their big debut. So, dive on in and keep an eye open for special discounts available ONLY to Encore Subscribers! You know what we're gonna say... Get On Up and Go See A Show! Pick Up Ev'ry Ornament on Ev'ry Nook and Ev'ry Shelf. While You'r
Nov 20, 202515 min read


The Rundown | Oct. 4, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. It's a Saturday Afternoon Rundown as a new...
Oct 4, 202512 min read


The Rundown | Sept. 19, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. And we're off! The 2025-26 Season is...
Sep 19, 202516 min read


Wharton Center Brings Magic, Music, & Masterpieces in October
Four world-class productions fill the month with Broadway magic, cinematic music, international ballet, & Ukrainian folk tradition. WORLD...
Sep 17, 20252 min read


The Rundown | Sept. 12, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. This week's Rundown is jammed tight as...
Sep 12, 202518 min read


The Rundown | Sept. 4, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. This week's Rundown is PACKED (again)!! ...
Sep 4, 202515 min read


The Rundown | August 29, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. And we're back! This week's Rundown is...
Aug 29, 202515 min read


Wharton Center presents DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL
EAST LANSING: The New York Times Critics’ Pick Dog Man: The Musical, based on the best-selling book series by Dav Pilkey, returns to...
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Wharton Center presents A BEAUTIFUL NOISE
EAST LANSING, MI – Producers Ken Davenport, Bob Gaudio, and NETworks Presentations are thrilled to announce the smash hit musical, A...
Aug 21, 20253 min read


Tickets Go On Sale for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Wharton Center on Monday, August 11, 2025: Performances Tuesday, October 14 through Sunday, October 19in East Lansing
Date/Time: Tues, October 14 – Sun, October 19, 2025 • Tues, Oct 14 – Fri, Oct 17, 7:30PM • Sat, Oct 18, 2PM & 7:30PM • Sun, Oct 19, 1PM &...
Aug 21, 20253 min read


Wharton Center Helps Launch National Initiative to Fund Theater for Young Audiences
New Works Commissioned to Tour in 2026–2027 Season EAST LANSING, MI – Wharton Center for Performing Arts has joined forces with eight...
Aug 4, 20252 min read


Buckham Alley Theatre presents Trifles & Truths!
Flint, MI - Buckham Alley Theatre is proud to offer four important dramatic works to Genesee County all summer long. "Trifles" by Susan...
Aug 2, 20251 min read
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