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Dearborn Symphony ‘Uncorks the Season’ with Russian masters
Posted on October 13, 2018 | No CommentsAuditioning conductor Steven Jarvi will direct the Dearborn Symphony in its opening concert of its 57th season Oct. 19. -
From ghost story to comedy: ‘The Turn of the Screw’ at Outvisible; Lincoln Park native brings laughter to Boll Theatre
Posted on October 13, 2018 | No CommentsFrom a scary ghost story at the Outvisible Theatre to a one-man comedy downtown with Lincoln Park native and Chicago-based actor Tim Campos, there is plentiful variety on local stages. -
Emcee for center gala was founder of nonprofit agency
Posted on October 6, 2018 | No CommentsA former airport executive who was a founder of The Information Center, Michael Conway, will be the master of ceremonies for the center’s annual fundraising gala Oct. 11 at Crystal Gardens Banquet Center, 16703 Fort St. in Southgate. -
From an urban voice to bug banter: ‘Xtigone’ at WSU, “Beat Bugs” in Wyandotte
Posted on October 6, 2018 | No CommentsFrom a modern retelling of “Antigone” in gang-ridden Chicago, to an animated series adapted for the stage with feel-good Beatles songs, life lessons, both gritty and upbeat, take center stage. -
15th Fall Festival of Arts to take place at DCA headquarters
Posted on September 29, 2018 | No CommentsA reception from 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 5 with wine, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment will kick off the 15th Fall Festival of the Arts at the James R. DeSana Center for Arts & Culture, 81 Chestnut in Wyandotte, the headquarters of the Downriver Council for the Arts. -
‘Evil Dead, the Musical’ raises demons and laughter at DAG
Posted on September 29, 2018 | No CommentsWhen partying college students accidentally unleash evil demons in an abandoned cabin and the venue offers seats in the “splash zone,” it could only be “Evil Dead – the Musical.” -
WCCCD programs listed for fall and winter season
Posted on September 22, 2018 | No CommentsWayne County Community College District Downriver campus has announced a diverse schedule of programs for fall and winter, beginning with the celebration of the music of The Carpenters in “Superstar” on Sept. 29 at the Heinz C. Prechter Performing Arts Center, 21000 Northline Road in Taylor. -
From ‘Clue’ to ‘Something Rotten,’ comedies take center stage
Posted on September 22, 2018 | No CommentsFrom a campy board game-based movie turned stage farce, to a new musical comedy premised on playwrights trying to compete with Shakespeare, local theaters will soon be filled with laughter. -
Former, current Hilberry stars shine
Posted on September 15, 2018 | No CommentsHilberry stars are shining bright, as the current company launches its season with Tony Award-winning musical “Avenue Q,” and Hilberry alumna Sarah Hawkins continues in Open Book Theatre Company’s “Ada and the Engine.” -
Players Guild launches season with Agatha Christie’s ‘Go Back for Murder’
Posted on September 11, 2018 | No CommentsPlays about death take many forms: Murder mysteries entertain, while shows ripped from the headlines bring the realities of hate crimes front and center. Even Disney isn't immune, with dark power struggles underscored by deadly machinations.