West Michigan's Arts & Entertainment Guide
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West Michigan Summer Festivals
West Michigan abounds with festivals all summer. From music to beer, food, art, barbecue, culture and so much more, you're never without a chance to party. Here's our guide to some of the best festivals in the region. Read More
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Latest
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Review: Barn Theatre’s ‘Hairspray’ is the perfect summer lift
There is perhaps no more perfect musical than “Hairspray,” the multiple Tony Award-winning Broadway hit adapted from the John Waters’ 1988 cult classic film.
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ArtPrize announces switch to biennial schedule
After 10 years as an annual event, ArtPrize is switching to a biennial schedule.
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Posies celebrates 30 years at Bell’s: A conversation with Ken Stringfellow
It’s been 30 years since the Posies unveiled its majestic brand of poppy alt-rock with the release of Failure, the Seattle-rooted band’s debut LP.
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Review: Sutton Lee Seymour takes drag to another level
People like to describe what Sutton Lee Seymour does as “old school drag,” though the opening night of her two-night engagement at Farmers Alley Theatre this weekend indicates an homage to camp, to Broadway, to Disney princesses from a performer who’s so skilled at singing, dancing, character work, improvisation, and innovative (not to mention lightning-quick changes in) costumes, s/he clearly owns whatever stage s/he inhabits.
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Arts
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Review: Barn Theatre’s ‘Hairspray’ is the perfect summer lift
There is perhaps no more perfect musical than “Hairspray,” the multiple Tony Award-winning Broadway hit adapted from the John Waters’ 1988 cult classic film.
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Review: Sutton Lee Seymour takes drag to another level
People like to describe what Sutton Lee Seymour does as “old school drag,” though the opening night of her two-night engagement at Farmers Alley Theatre this weekend indicates an homage to camp, to Broadway, to Disney princesses from a performer who’s so skilled at singing, dancing, character work, improvisation, and innovative (not to mention lightning-quick changes in) costumes, s/he clearly owns whatever stage s/he inhabits.
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Review: ‘Noises Off’ is a perfect storm of talent in writing, acting and directing
At the exact moment when it seems as if not one more thing could possibly go wrong for the second-rate British touring company putting on the ill-fated sex farce “Nothing On,” its director, Lloyd, cries out in exasperation “This play is beyond a director’s hell.”
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Review: ‘Bridges of Madison County’ explores passionate love with beauty and tenderness
“It starts with the light,” says photographer Robert Kincaid, a stranger who’s blown into a small Iowa town on assignment from National Geographic to capture its rustic and iconic bridges. “It can change the way you see.”Read more...
Food & Drink
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Last Call: Surf Mother from The Sovengard
It’s biergarten season at the Sovengard again. Longer days, later nights, and spicier cocktails, like the Surf Mother, the Sovengard’s warm weather take on a margarita.
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The Way We Eat Now: Little Bird exemplifies the modern dining experience
On a recent weeknight at Little Bird, smack-dab in the heart of Monroe Center, I had the place virtually to myself.
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Stay Dry: Michigan-made traditional cider taste-off
Ask Andy Sietsema what makes a good cider, and he’ll tell you it comes down to selecting the best fruit and yeast before fermentation.
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Totally Sweet: Revue’s Guide to Delicious Desserts and Cool Summer Treats
Desserts may not be synonymous with summer in West Michigan, but they should be. True dessert devotees have long considered summer the peak sweets season. Why? The Midwest is in bloom once again and you can taste the difference. Fresh, locally sourced berries can once again top our ice cream and froyo. Of course, if you’d rather blanket your ice cream in graham cracker dust and rainbow sprinkles, we won’t judge.
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Music
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Posies celebrates 30 years at Bell’s: A conversation with Ken Stringfellow
It’s been 30 years since the Posies unveiled its majestic brand of poppy alt-rock with the release of Failure, the Seattle-rooted band’s debut LP.
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Summer Nostalgia: Everclear revives ’90s alternative heyday with Summerland Tour
Despite hosting a weekly satellite radio show on Sirius XM’s alternative-formatted Lithium station, and founding the top-selling package tour Summerland, Everclear frontman Art Alexakis doesn’t necessarily think of himself as the de facto steward for all things ’90s rock.
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Front Row: Anthony Norkus documents the raw energy of GR’s music scene
20 Monroe Live (11 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids) brings in A-list stars, but it also regularly brings in local artists as openers. Here is just a sample of those homegrown musicians — as seen through the lens of Anthony Norkus.
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Fahrenheit 741: Kuzzins Lounge continues its live music revival with new name
Although it’s one of the oldest bars in the city, Grand Rapids’ Kuzzins Lounge has really cranked up the volume over the past six months.
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Artist Spotlight
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10 Local Bands to Watch in 2018
There’s no better time than the New Year to discover some great new music. West Michigan continues to overflow with an absolute wellspring of creative talent and the abundance of artists on the brink of breaking out has never been greater. So as you’re making New Year’s resolutions to broaden your horizons and welcome 2018 with fresh eyes and ears, take note of some of the names on this list — you might just end up listening all year.
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