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- Music, Naturally: GVSU’s New Music Ensemble Celebrates the Wilderness with National Parks Tour
New Desires: GR Civic brings a timeless Tennessee Williams classic back to the stage
Written by John Kissane | Friday, 27 December 2019 13:57 |Late in the year 1992, a theatrical group in Springfield put on a show called Oh, Streetcar! The show, a musical version of Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire, opened with a warning about New Orleans (“If you want to go to Hell, you should take a trip/To the Sodom and Gomorrah of the Mississippi”) and ended with a rousing, upbeat number about the kindness of strangers.
Peaks & Valli's: 'Jersey Boys' celebrates the journey of the Four Seasons
Written by Amy McNeel | Friday, 27 December 2019 13:38 |After a nearly two-year hiatus, Jersey Boys once again hits the road to share the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The Tony- and Grammy-winning musical visits Miller Auditorium this month, bringing New Jersey rock ‘n’ roll all the way to West Michigan.
Review: ‘Aladdin’ takes you on a magical journey full of showstopping performances
Written by Dana Casadei | Sunday, 08 December 2019 20:36 |At the top of the show, before the curtain even rose, an orchestra featuring nine local musicians played an overture of songs from Aladdin, bringing to life the notes familiar to so many in Wharton Center’s audience.
Music in the Air: GR Symphony’s ‘Cirque de Noel’ is a showcase of acrobatics and holiday favorites
Written by Amy McNeel | Monday, 25 November 2019 13:13 |Classical Christmas music and flying acrobatics might not be the most obvious duo, but it turns out whimsical circus acts and our favorite holiday songs really are the perfect pair.
Seduction Malfunction: ‘The Last of the Red Hot Lovers’ is a guidebook for how not to cheat
Written by John Kissane | Monday, 25 November 2019 12:36 |Barney Cashman: middle-aged, happily married, sure; but to the only woman he’s ever been with, staring down mortality, gray and endlessly anchored — is it so wrong that he should get into trouble? For once, or maybe more, depending on his luck?
Tough Nut to Crack: Grand Rapids Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’ is a huge undertaking of artistic collaboration
Written by Megan Sarnacki | Monday, 25 November 2019 12:33 |Over 75 years, The Nutcracker has become a holiday tradition and showcase of talent for ballet companies and families across the nation. Yet while nearly every dance company performs a production for the holidays, it’s no easy feat.
Wish Granted: How Aladdin’s Genie found himself making musical magic
Written by Dana Casadei | Monday, 25 November 2019 12:00 |Korie Lee Blossey is coming home. Well, close to home. Blossey, who lived in Bay City, will be in East Lansing at the Wharton Center when the national touring production of Aladdin arrives in December. Blossey will be easy to spot, as he’s playing the famous Genie.
In any given year, West Michigan has more arts and entertainment offerings than any one person could take in. From national tours to local professional theater, dance and community theater, excellent performances abound all year long. A look back on 2019 reminds us how truly fortunate we are to have access to such world-class artistry right here. We were absolutely wowed by the Best of 2019 that includes locally produced, life-affirming theater and dance.
Woven Wonders: 'Excellence in Fibers V' brings top entries in international competition to Muskegon
Written by Marla R. Miller | Monday, 25 November 2019 11:13 |Wearables and wall hangings with intricate patterns and detailed faces and figures push the bounds of the fiber and craft movement.
Snow & Symbols: Meijer Gardens explores the importance of holidays across the globe with cultural symbols
Written by Megan Sarnacki | Monday, 25 November 2019 11:08 |Going from 20 displays in 1995 to more than 45 international tree spectacles today, the Metro Health Christmas & Holiday Traditions exhibition is back at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park with more than 300,000 bright lights.
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