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Planet Ant Takes Aim at Hallmark tropes in new comedy HOW ROMANTIQUE
HAMTRAMCK, MICH – March 6, 2026 - Planet Ant Theatre presents How Romantique , a sharp-witted spoof of the “small-town homecoming” genre. A brand-new original production from the Planet Ant Home Team, the play runs March 6th – 21st, offering a hilarious collision between rustic romance and high-stakes corporate scandal. In a comedic twist on the classic Hallmark movie formula, Emily Burnett stars as Memory, a high-flying entrepreneur in the vein of Elizabeth Holmes. When her
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The Diary of Anne Frank Holds Deep Meaning for its Birmingham Cast and Crew
Opening March 6, Birmingham Village Players “As a Jewish person, who lost relatives in the Holocaust, this show has been an important part of my life for as long as I can remember.” -- Udi Kapen. The story of 13-year-old Anne Frank who spent two years hiding with her family from the Nazis during World War II has captivated generations since her diary was discovered and published. This is especially true of the cast members for Birmingham Village Players upcoming production of
Feb 232 min read


REACH FOR THE STARS a Musical Theatre Cabaret and a Silent Auction -- Theatre NOVA
Theatre NOVA, Ann Arbor’s resident nonprofit professional theatre is presenting a one day only musical event. Reach for the Stars is a Musical Theatre Cabaret directed by Diane Hill and music directed by Brian Buckner, to help raise funds for Theatre NOVA. Be part of the magic at Reach for the Stars , Theatre NOVA’s Musical Theatre Cabaret. Together, we’ll raise our voices—and the funds—to keep bold, original theatre thriving. Audiences are in for an evening of powerhouse
Feb 232 min read


Youth Voices Make a Statement in Bold Exploration of Missing Youth, Trafficking and Social Change
Teen Hype Presents Annual Play Unseen Teen HYPE is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated annual theatrical production, Unseen . For just under two decades, Teen HYPE has produced youth-led theatrical productions. This dynamic play will take place at the Heinz C. Prechter Educational and Performing Arts Center (1000 Northline Road, Taylor, MI) on Thursday, March 5, and Friday, March 6 at 10:00 a.m. (for students and educators), and Friday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m. (for the
Feb 233 min read


An Exciting Young Voice Leads an Experienced Ensemble Cast at Tipping Point Theatre
This past weekend Tipping Point Theatre opened their production of BROKE-OLOGY by Nathan Louis Jackson – a powerful play about two brothers trying to balance their aspirations with the responsibilities of caring for an aging parent. Leading this production is Jesse Boyd Williams , a young Metro Detroit native who is not only making his directorial debut at the professional theatre scene, but is the youngest director in Tipping Point Theatre’s nearly 20-year history. Writt
Feb 164 min read


MISERY Runs in March at the Farmer's Alley
One Writer. One fan. No Escape. You’ve read the book. You’ve seen the movie. Now experience STEPHEN KING’s pulse-pounding thriller LIVE ON STAGE! (Kalamazoo, MI) If you’re looking for a night at the theatre that will keep you pinned to the edge of your seat, look no further - STEPHEN KING’s MISERY is coming to Farmers Alley Theatre this spring. Adapted by William Goldman, this nerve-tingling play stars Paul Stroili and Laura Jordan and will be directed by Kathy Mulay
Feb 123 min read


An Exciting Season Launches in The Thumb
Thumbcoast Theatres Launches their 2026 Season, Continuing to Bring Professional Theatre to Marine City & St. Clair ThumbCoast Theatres is bringing the sarcastic and clever Groundhog Day the Musical to The Boardwalk Theatre stage this winter, running February 14 – March 1, 2026. This production follows the 2025 holiday hit Annie and promises a high-energy, comedic experience for audiences in downtown St. Clair. Based on the beloved 1993 film, the musical follows Phil Connor
Feb 91 min read
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