Grand Rapids’ passion for creative expression extends to the stage. You’ll find soul-stirring theatre, music and dance productions most every day of the week – from professional ballet and opera to touring Broadway shows, from vibrant community theatres to a Grammy Award-nominated symphony. Enjoy big-time entertainment without the big-city hassle.
Location: The Dinner Detective
Calling all true crime buffs... as well as comedy lovers, foodies and anyone who likes to have a good time with their friends. The Dinner Detective is a high-energy, hilarious live murder mystery experience to have to see to believe. The killer might be sitting at your table, and at the end of the night, only one person will go home with the grand…
Location: Grand Rapids Ballet
March 2021 Dates TBA collective force The world’s most celebrated and in-demand choreographers come together to stage their ballets and create new works, contributing to a performance that will truly be an immersive tour de force. In addition, Artistic Director James Sofranko will present an exciting new work featuring the music of Michigan-based…
Location: 359 S. Kalamazoo Mall Ste. 204
Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers is excited to present the 12th annual RAD Fest in a virtual format for the very first time on March 5-7th, 2021. RAD Fest 2021 will feature the work of over 200 choreographers, filmmakers, movement installation artists, and dance educators from all over the world in virtual concerts, screendance presentations,…
Location: Virtual
The world’s most celebrated and in-demand choreographers come together to stage their ballets and create new works, contributing to a performance that will truly be an immersive tour de force. In addition, Artistic Director James Sofranko will present an exciting new work featuring the music of Michigan-based cellist Jordan Hamilton. • Penny…
Location: Grand Rapids Ballet
April 2021 Dates TBA jumpstart: on film Choreographed by the dancers of Grand Rapids Ballet, this innovative program will also provide them the unique opportunity to explore a completely new layer of creativity and expression: filmmaking. We sincerely thank our season video sponsors, Salt Creative Production Studio, for their mentorship and…
Location: Virtual
Available to view as many times as you’d like April 30-May 2, 2021 jumpstart: on film Choreographed by the dancers of Grand Rapids Ballet, this innovative program will also provide them the unique opportunity to explore a completely new layer of creativity and expression: filmmaking. We sincerely thank our season video sponsors, Salt Creative…
Location: DeVos Performance Hall
Grand Rapids — Acclaimed dance duo and brothers MAKS & VAL CHMERKOVSKIY have announced their third nationwide tour MAKS & VAL LIVE 2020: MOTION PICTURES TOUR featuring special guests, spouses and celebrated dancers JENNA JOHNSON and PETA MURGATROYD. Take a trip through the most memorable movie moments through the eyes of Maks and Val. The…
Location: DeVos Performance Hall
Rescheduled for June 20-25, 2021! HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s Tony Award®-winning musical comedy phenomenon that inspired the blockbuster film and live television event, is back on tour! Join 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960’s Baltimore as she sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair)…
Location: Rosa Parks Circle
Polish Festival celebrating Polish culture and heritage through traditional Polish food, beer, music, cultural tents, Polish vendors, food demos, children activities and FREE to attend. This event is open to the public to enjoy and celebrate our rich history and culture.
Location: 303 Monroe NW
Rescheduled to August 31 - September 5, 2021. Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness…
Location: Broadway Grand Rapids
The true story of the small town that welcomed the world. Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but…
Location: Van Andel Arena
Trevor Noah is traveling the globe and expanding his Loud & Clear Tour to 2021 due to popular demand! With over 75 sold-out North American shows this year, including his sold-out show at Madison Square Garden with an expected 14,000 in attendance, Trevor is bringing his wildly successful tour to new cities including Grand Rapids with a show at…
Location: Broadway Grand Rapids
Celebrating 35 years of holiday magic as they bring their annual holiday tour to fans throughout the country. Do you remember the first time you heard “Mannheim Steamroller Christmas”? Join the celebration as Mannheim Steamroller makes history again. Experience the performance of the #1 Christmas music artist in history and for the first time ever,…
Location: Broadway Grand Rapids
“It’s irresistible!” – The New York Times HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s Tony Award®-winning musical comedy phenomenon that inspired the blockbuster film and live television event, is back on tour! Join 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960’s Baltimore as she sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even…
Location: Broadway Grand Rapids
HAMILTON is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. With book, music, and…
Location: Broadway Grand Rapids
An electrifying new musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey. AIN’T TOO PROUD is the electrifying, new smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. With their signature dance moves and silky-smooth harmonies, they rose to the top of…
Location: Broadway Grand Rapids
Tina Fey’s hilarious hit musical – you know you want to sit with us! Direct from Broadway, MEAN GIRLS is the hilarious hit musical from an award- winning creative team, including book writer Tina Fey (“30 Rock"), composer Jeff Richmond (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) and director Casey Nicolaw (The Book…
Location: Broadway Grand Rapids
The Tony® and Grammy® Award-Winning Best Musical. WINNER OF SIX 2017 TONY® AWARDS INCLUDING BEST MUSICAL AND THE 2018 GRAMMY® AWARD FOR BEST MUSICAL THEATER ALBUM. A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a…
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