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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
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
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
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
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Entertainment Across Michigan
The Rundown | March 5, 2026 - Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the plays, musicals, concerts, and cabarets now playing on stages in Michigan. Spring is around the corner, and this weekend is JAM-PACKED! Some shows prepare for their final bow, as others get ready to make their debut. Dive in to this week's Rundown and make sure you don't miss a thing! And, as always, we have discounts available ONLY to Encore Subscribers! Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go S
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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 Rundown | Feb 26, 2026 - Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the plays, musicals, concerts, and cabarets now playing on stages in Michigan. February is winding down and this weekend welcomes a new month fir 2026. This week's Rundown is full of new plays, concerts, world premieres, and streaming options -- including plenty of special one-night only events . And, as always, we have discounts available ONLY to Encore Subscribers! Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up
Feb 2618 min read
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
The Rundown | Feb 19, 2026 - Now Playing!
Welcome to THE RUNDOWN, a quick hit highlight of the plays, musicals, concerts, and cabarets now playing on stages in Michigan. This week's weather has given us a break, but even as the snow melts our Michigan stages continue heating up. This week's Rundown is full of plays, concerts, world premieres, and streaming options. As always, we have special discounts available ONLY to Encore Subscribers! Come on now,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show! And When the Night Has Finally
Feb 1916 min read
The Wharton Center Opens a World Premiere
SALLY: A SOLO PLAY BY SANDRA SEATON acclaimed playwright and East Lansing resident Starring former Hamilton star Sabrina Sloan East Lansing Resident Sandra Seaton (L) debuts a World Premiere at The Wharton Center, featuring Broadway Alum Sabrina Sloan (R) EAST LANSING, MI—Wharton Center is proud to host the world premiere of SALLY: A SOLO PLAY: a powerfully moving, one-woman drama set at Monticello in the days before Thomas Jefferson’s death, written by East Lansing residen
Feb 163 min read
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