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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. 23, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the plays, musicals, concerts, and cabarets now playing on stage in Michigan. Yep, we know, Baby, it's Cold Outside. So, grab a warm drink and cuddle up inside a nice warm theatre with a great your new favorite artists. There's a lot opening this weekend. 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! He
4 days ago14 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 | 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 | Nov. 13, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. We got our first snow of the season. ...Yay?! And even though the snow didn't stick, our holiday season is in full swing! 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! We Only Have Each Other It's Just You and Me What Are We Gonna Do? Do You Wanna Build a Snowman? PLAC
Nov 13, 202515 min read


The Rundown | Nov. 7, 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. The 2025-26 Season is in full swing, and this week's Rundown is filled to the brim as new shows open this weekend. Plays, Musicals, Opera, Dance, and Chamber Music round out a full and diverse season here in the Mitten. 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! You
Nov 7, 202514 min read


Shakura Dickson - You Just Want to Keep Talking to Her
Shakura Dickson Brings Heart, Humor, and Heritage to The Stratford Festival's Dirty Rotten Scoundrels — Catch It Before the Curtain Falls *Sponsored Content Shakura Dickson as Christine Colgate with members of the company in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Stratford Festival 2025. Photo: David Hou. “People just need to laugh right now—and they will definitely get one with our show. It’s fast, it’s funny, and you’ll leave feeling lighter than when you came in.” — Shakura Dickson Som
Nov 4, 20255 min read


The Rundown | Oct. 31 2025- Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the shows now playing on stage in Michigan. It's been a long time; we shouldn't have left you. But don't worry, The Rundown is back, and this Halloween issue is PACKED with new shows, concerts, and holiday cheer. So, grab your apple cider and doughnuts, zip up that bubble vest, and head on out to a stage near you. Get On Up and Go See A Show! It's Been Three Hundred Years Right Down to the Day Now the Witch Is Back And The
Oct 31, 202513 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


Fall Theatre Vibes: Your Stratford Weekend Escape
Summer might be over, but Stratford is just heating up. Crisp fall air, turning leaves, and world-class theatre make this the season’s...
Sep 24, 20252 min read


The Penny Seats Theatre Company Presents THE WOMAN IN BLACK
The Penny Seats Theatre Company is proud to announce the opening of THE WOMAN IN BLACK , the haunting, edge-of-your-seat adaptation of...
Sep 24, 20251 min read


RITUAL Concert & Conference presented by TeMaTe Institute for Black Dance and Culture
October 18-19, 2025 The Convening for Dance and Culture is an annual two-day dance conference and concert experience in Detroit,...
Sep 24, 20251 min read


THE RINGWALD ANNOUNCES MICHIGAN PREMIERE OF SILVER FOXES
A New Comedy About What It Means to Grow Older- with Flair FERNDALE, MI –The Ringwald Theatre is thrilled to present Silver Foxes , a...
Sep 17, 20253 min read


Comedy and Music abound in this true story of found friendship in SOUVENIR
ROCHESTER, MI – Oakland University School of Music, Theatre and Dance colleagues unite in a delightful story of an unlikely duo in...
Sep 17, 20252 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


Birmingham Village Players presents MAN OF LA MANCHA
Get ready to dream the “Impossible Dream” when Birmingham Village Players presents Man of La Mancha from September 12-28, 2025. Man of...
Sep 17, 20251 min read
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