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Mo Pop Festival is back again, and with some big names in tow.
Writing is hard enough without having your characters come to life, and therein lies the dread of Ryan Lieske’s new novel, Fiction.
Every other month in a bar in Grand Rapids, a group of people all over the community gather to read their own short stories: written in 440 words or less.
If there’s one thing Maria Bamford is best known for, it’s her truly unique voice. And not just her distinct speaking tone, which she often seamlessly flips onstage to an array of character impressions, ranging from her own Minnesotan mother to celebrity chef Paula Deen. Or her numerous voice-over roles on hit animated series like Adventure Time, BoJack Horseman and Word Girl.
Pop star Kesha is coming to the Van Andel Arena in July for a show on her Rainbow Tour 2018.
While the complete 30-show lineup for Frederik Meijer Gardens’ Summer Concert series won’t be announced until mid-April, three shows were announced today: Tedeschi Trucks Band, Blondie and O.A.R.
The comedy duo returns to 20 Monroe Live to record their podcast, Jay & Silent Bob Get Old, in April.
Hygge (pronounced "hoo-ga") is an old Danish concept that helps Danes get through the long, dark winter. It loosely translates as a sense of comfort, togetherness and well-being. If you suffer from the wintertime blues, this practice can put all that to rest. Read on to find out how to cozy up your home and life.
Known for his long-form storytelling, self-deprecating confessionals and heartfelt humor, comedian Mike Birbiglia has kept a tight lid on his latest one-man show, simply titled The New One.
This month, Norton brings his Kneeling Room Only Tour to Grand Rapids. The show includes some new material slated for his next special, which he plans to release next year. After seven specials stocked with self-deprecating black comedy, his followers may wonder if he’ll soon run out of warped personal anecdotes. Rest assured, Norton’s got a stockpile of freaky tales to draw from.
One half of the White Stripes is coming to 20 Monroe Live in April.
After spending seven years at Revue, narrowing down my top moments for the anniversary issue wasn’t a simple task.
Revue was my home, my family, my creative outlet and an incredible launching pad for my career. Being part of the 30th anniversary issue is special to me. I’m proud to be part of the magazine’s history. It’s still surreal to know that thousands of people saw my ideas and words every single month. Even more surreal is going through memories — and there were lots of them — to pull out my top moments.
Russian-German pianist Igor Levit has been chosen to receive the Irving S. Gilmore International Keyboard Festival’s 2018 Artist Award.
