West Michigan's Arts & Entertainment Guide
Review: 'Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder' is a Powerhouse Display of Seemingly Limitless Talent
Written by Marin Heinritz | Sunday, 25 September 2022 10:45 |Every now and then there’s an opportunity to see a performer at the top of their game—the perfect role at the right time that showcases the fullness of their talents and skills—and it’s a joy beyond measure to be in the room with someone having the time of their life who in so doing gives you the time of your life.
At last, arts exhibitions and performances have returned in full swing to West Michigan.
Review: Grand Rapids Symphony Reminds Us There's Nothing Like Live Music
Written by John Kissane | Tuesday, 20 September 2022 11:06 |Why go to the symphony? The answer isn’t obvious.
Coming Home: The Return of Filmmaking in West Michigan
Written by Zachary Avery | Monday, 19 September 2022 11:41 |The Grand Rapids Film Festival is back. After a short hiatus due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and a scaled-down appearance at last year’s ArtPrize, the folks at GRFF are excited to continue providing a necessary launchpad for artists and filmmakers in West Michigan, and one that they’ve been hosting now for over a decade.
Not only is Elliot Chaltry’s art boldly unique, but his journey isn’t exactly typical either.
Review: Circle Theatre's 'Little Shop of Horrors' is a Unique, Joyful Musical
Written by John Kissane | Friday, 09 September 2022 13:17 |The 1982 musical Little Shop of Horrors could not be made today, but I’m not 100% convinced that it could have been made in 1982, either, at least not on Earth.
Performance Plus: Festival of the Arts Branches Out
Written by Josh Veal | Tuesday, 06 September 2022 09:17 |With the arrival of Performance+, Festival of the Arts isn’t just one weekend anymore.
Jeff Ham didn’t grow up with pottery, but it’s been his professional life for the last five years.
Review: Barn Theatre's 'Young Frankenstein' is Musical, Comedic Gold
Written by Marin Heinritz | Wednesday, 31 August 2022 16:34 |“Oh, sweet mystery of life, at last I’ve found you!” sings the young Dr. Frankenstein’s adorable madcap fiancée in a most hilarious and profound climactic moment of passion.
Review: 'Little Shop of Horrors' is the Ultimate Way End to Your Summer
Written by Marin Heinritz | Friday, 26 August 2022 16:54 |The musical “Little Shop of Horrors” originated 40 years ago as a quirky idea nobody but its creator thought would work.
