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Williamston Theatre Celebrates the Holidays with the World Premiere
Mid-Michigan’s award-winning professional theatre company, Williamston Theatre, located at 122 S. Putnam Street in downtown Williamston, kicks off the holidays with the World Premiere of A Lansing Christmas Adventure by Robert Hawlmark. Performances begin Thursday, November 19 and run through Sunday, December 27.
6 days ago2 min read


Wishing Well Theatre Presents THE WAR OF THE WORLDS
Wishing Well Theatre invites audiences to experience an immersive new adaptation of H.G. Wells' science fiction classic, The War of the Worlds, October 23-25 at Fenton High School's Ruby Zima Auditorium.
Oct 233 min read


Yo-Yo Ma and Emanuel Ax Come to The Wharton Center
Yo-Yo Ma and Emanuel Ax are virtuosos in their own rights. This season, the duo is performing together at Wharton Center for a night of spectacular music on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, at 7:30PM.
Oct 201 min read


The Moth Mainstage Presents: TIGHTROPE
With one foot in front of the other, the Moth Mainstage returns to Wharton Center in partnership with Michigan Public. The evening features a line-up of writers, performers, and other unique national and Michigan storytellers on Friday, November 13, 2026. Tickets are on sale now at Wharton Center’s Ticket Office, online at whartoncenter.com, or by calling 517.432.2000 or 1.800.WHARTON.
Oct 182 min read


Williamston Theatre Announces the Return of Four Landmark Productions
Mid-Michigan’s Williamston Theatre, located announces the Dark Nights in Billtown for its
milestone 20th Season. These Tuesday evening readings will start at 7:30pm. No reservation is necessary and this program is free to attend, but there is a $10 suggested donation at the door.
Oct 82 min read


Buckham Alley Theatre presents PLANT SECURITY!
Buckham Alley Theatre is proud to bring PLANT SECURITY to the newly renovated stage at GFAC (Greater Flint Arts Council) located at 816 Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48502.
Sep 271 min read


The Rundown | Sept 24, 2026 - Now Playing!
It's a rainy holiday weekend, so it's the perfect time to curl up inside a warm dark theatre with a new pay, musical, film, or concert. This week's Rundown is JAM PACKED with options just for you! Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show!
Sep 2415 min read


A New Annual Performance Honors The Wharton Legacy
In recognition of their 45th Anniversary season and in memory of Dr. Wharton—whose 100th birthday would have been this month—Wharton Center announced today that each season, one performance will be designated as the Clifton and Dolores Wharton Legacy Performance. This designation honors the Whartons’ vision for bringing world-class performing arts to the MSU campus and community by highlighting a performance or genre that they loved.
Sep 162 min read


The Rundown | Sept 10, 2026 - Now Playing!
It's a rainy holiday weekend, so it's the perfect time to curl up inside a warm dark theatre with a new pay, musical, film, or concert. This week's Rundown is JAM PACKED with options just for you! Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show!
Sep 1014 min read


Heartfelt Romance Debuts in East Lansing - THE NOTEBOOK at Wharton
THE NOTEBOOK is coming to Wharton Center this fall. This novel, turned film, turned musical is bringing its iconic love story to East Lansing from October 27 – November 1, 2026.
Sep 81 min read


The Rundown | Sept 4, 2026 - Now Playing!
It's a rainy holiday weekend, so it's the perfect time to curl up inside a warm dark theatre with a new pay, musical, film, or concert. This week's Rundown is JAM PACKED with options just for you! Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show!
Sep 414 min read


Williamston Theatre Kicks Off Season 20 With Michigan Premiere
Williamston Theatre will present the Michigan Premiere of The One Good Thing Or “Are Ya Patrick Swazye?” by Joe Bravaco. Performances begin Thursday, September 24 and run through Sunday, October 25. Tickets are now on sale.
Sep 42 min read


Flint Rep returns to Elgood Theatre with an American Blues Classic
MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM Opens Season after Year of Renovations Flint, Mich. — FIM Flint Repertory Theatre returns to the intimate FIM Elgood Theatre Sept. 18 – Oct. 4 with August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, the acclaimed American classic set in a 1927 Chicago recording studio. Directed by Flint Rep Associate Artist and recent Emmy Award winner Rico Bruce Wade, the production stars Detroit native Yewande Odetoyinbo as legendary blues singer Ma Rainey.
Aug 313 min read


The Rundown | August 28, 2026 - Now Playing!
The sun is out and stages are shining brightly across The Mitten. The Rundown is JAM PACKED with new plays, musicals, film screenings, and concerts. Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show!
Aug 2814 min read


TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA Comes to Fenton’s Rackham Park
Wishing Well Theatre Inc. is proud to present a fast-paced, festively physical adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Two Gentlemen of Verona, staged in the beautiful outdoor setting of Rackham Park in downtown Fenton, MI.
Aug 261 min read


Storytelling Returns to the Stage as The Moth Comes Back to East Lansing
The Moth Mainstage returns to Wharton Center in partnership with Michigan Public, featuring a line-up of writers, performers, and other unique national and Michigan storytellers on Friday, November 13, 2026.
Aug 212 min read


The Rundown | August 20, 2026 - Now Playing!
The sun is out and stages are shining brightly across The Mitten. The Rundown is JAM PACKED with new plays, musicals, film screenings, and concerts. Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show!
Aug 2014 min read


Comedian Paula Poundstone Returns to Lansing this October
EAST LANSING, MI — Known for her smart, observational humor and legendary spontaneous wit, Paula Poundstone is making her return to Wharton Center this fall on Friday, October 2, 2026. Tickets are going on sale tomorrow, Thursday, June 18, at 10AM at Wharton Center’s Ticket Office, online at whartoncenter.com, or by calling 517.432.2000 or 1.800.WHARTON. Iconic comedian Paula Poundstone is known for her relatable comedic voice and quick wit that has become the stuff of legend
Aug 61 min read


The Rundown | July 31, 2026 - Now Playing!
The sun is out and stages are shining brightly across The Mitten. The Rundown is JAM PACKED with new plays, musicals, film screenings, and concerts. Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show!
Jul 3111 min read


A Hitchcock Whodunit Closes Williamston Theatre's 19th Season
The 39STEPS Runs Through August 16 Mid-Michigan’s award-winning professional theatre company, Williamston Theatre, located at 122 S. Putnam Street in downtown Williamston, will present The 39 Steps adapted by Patrick Barlow. Performances begin Thursday, July 9 and run through Sunday, August 16. Tickets are now on sale. Front Row: Emily Sutton-Smith and Patrick Loos. Second Row: Caitlin Cavannaugh and Ryan Patrick Welsh. Photo by Chris Purchis. London, 1935. Dull Richard Hanna
Jul 272 min read
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