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Kazoo Civic Theatre to present 'Master Class'
KALAMAZOO – The Kalamazoo Civic Theatre will present Terrance McNally's "Master Class," March 30 through April 15 in the Parish Theatre, 426 South Park. Once described as a "monstrous phenomenon," Maria Callas managed to reign over the world of [...]
Plowshares continues season with modified schedule
DETROIT – The administrative staff of Plowshares Theatre Company has modified the remainder of its 2006-07 season in light of recent economic downturn in Michigan. The previously reported cancelled production of August Wilson's "King Hedley II" will [...]
Stagecrafters sets the stage for a 'miracle'
ROYAL OAK – Metro Detroit audiences will be stirred by the real-life struggles of an American icon and the dedicated teacher who unlocked her potential as Stagecrafters presents the classic play "The Miracle Worker" March 30 through April 15 at the [...]
The play 'we the people' need to see
Politicians are not my favorite people. A necessary evil, most today at the state and national levels seem more interested in furthering their personal careers and the needs of their party than doing what's best for the country and the everyday [...]
Poker tournament to raise funds for Williamston Theatre
WILLIAMSTON – The Williamston Theatre is holding a No Limit Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament (license #M36604) on Saturday, March 31 at the Brookshire Inn and Golf Club. The top prize is $2,000 (based on 100 players or more). Players must be 18 years [...]
Test your knowledge and win tickets to 'Dreamcoat'
FLINT – So you think you know Joseph? The Whiting is putting your Technicolor knowledge to the test with its "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" trivia contest based on the phenomenal Broadway show featuring Joseph, his brothers, [...]
A pint, a shot, a drama at The Abreact
Anyone who's ever had the unfortunate experience of loving an alcoholic spouse, partner, parent, relative or close friend knows all-too well how "unfunny" alcoholism is – despite the many funny things the alcoholic says and does while under the [...]
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Professional Theater News from Around Town: American Ballet Theatre presents 'Swan Lake' at Detroit Opera House DETROIT – American Ballet Theatre brings the spell-binding "Swan Lake" to the Detroit Opera House for a limited five-performance [...]
Show proves laughter IS the best medicine
I'll be honest: I wasn't thrilled to be at the opening night performance of The Second City's 29th revue this past Wednesday. It was nothing against The Second City, mind you. Or the show. Rather, I had a slight migraine and was still not totally [...]
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Breaking Theater News: Detroit engagement of 'Discover Theatre!' cancelled DETROIT – "Discover Theatre!," scheduled to play at the Fisher Theatre March 9-11, has been cancelled due to slow ticket sales. All tickets will be refunded at the point of [...]
It's all in the family at the Purple Rose
Families. We all have them, and for the most part, we struggle through a frustrating relationship with them for most of our lives. After all, they're usually the source of our greatest joys and our most horrendous memories – which probably explains [...]
Top-40 tunes tell women's journey through the 20th century
If you could put together the soundtrack of YOUR life, which songs would you include? If you're a woman born and raised before hip hop and rap stormed the airwaves, it might sound something like "Respect: A Musical Journey of Women" that's now [...]