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Academy of Early Music
Presents a full concert season celebrating music from the Middle Ages to the Classical Era. Features ensembles from around the world who specialize in period-instrument performance. Also lectures and outreach events with series artists. info@academyofearlymusic.org, academyofearlymusic.orgP.O. Box 7694, AA 48107
528-1838
Ann Arbor Ballet Theatre
Produces the Nutcracker at the Power Center in Dec. and a spring showcase performance. aabt.cas@gmail.com, annarborballettheatre.org548 Church [map]
668-1001
Ann Arbor Civic Theatre
Full season of shows from Broadway and Off Broadway, as well as children's theater and camps, and intimate studio productions. Playwriting workshops and annual vocal competition. manager@a2ct.org, a2ct.org322 W. Ann [map]
971-2228
Ann Arbor Concert Band
Symphonic wind ensemble performs marches and classic band literature in Sun. concerts at the Michigan Theater in Nov., Jan., & May and at the Hill Auditorium in Mar. Auditions in Aug. See website for dues. contactus@aaband.org, aaband.orgP.O. Box 1843, AA 48106
434-7876
Ann Arbor Society for Musical Arts
Presents a series of 6 concerts Wed. in fall and spring Sponsors Rosalie Edwards Youth Music Competition and Collegiate Youth Artist competition annually. fischer709@comcast.net, annarborsma.orgAnn Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw [map]
930-0353
Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra
The 2011-2012 season of this professional orchestra includes concerts at the Michigan Theater and Hill Auditorium Sept.-May, 3 family concerts, and daytime chamber concerts and ensembles for schoolchildren. Free Kinderconcerts at Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti and Dexter libraries. Lectures before each Sat. performance. a2so@a2so.com, a2so.com220 E. Huron, Suite 470 [map]
994-4801
Arbor Opera Theater
Full operatic productions, chamber operas, educational programs, and vocal recitals. info@arboropera.com, arboropera.comP. O. Box 8055, AA 48107
332-9063
Blackbird Theatre
Presents original works and new interpretations of classic plays, including Shakespeare West, a summer-long outdoor theater festival in West Park. Offers youth and adult acting classes. blackbirdtheatre.org325 Braun Ct. [map]
Tickets: 332-3848
Crazy Wisdom Tea Room
Live music (usually acoustic) Thurs.-Sun. Lectures and discussions, poetry/writers series, author events, workshops, fairy teas for children, and other events. crazywisdom.net114 S. Main [map]
665-9468
Encore Musical Theatre Company
Professional musical theater productions feature Broadway performers and local talent. theencoretheatre.org3126 Broad Street, suite A, Dexter [map]
268-6200
Green Wood Coffee House
Folk and acoustic music on many Fri. nights, Sept.-June. fumc-a2.org/coffee_house.cfm1001 Green (First United Methodist Church) [map]
665-8558
Kerrytown Concert House
Classical, jazz, experimental, and cabaret music. kch@kerrytown.com, kerrytownconcerthouse.com415 N. Fourth Ave. [map]
769-2999
Kreft Arts Program
Theater, musical and dance concerts, lectures and discussions, art exhibits. cuaa.edu/kreftartsConcordia University Arts, 4090 Geddes [map]
995-4612
Michigan Theater
Performing arts events, including Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra concerts, the Not Just for Kids professional theater series for families, and pop, jazz, and folk concerts. Memberships: $60/year & up. info@michtheater.org, michtheater.org603 E. Liberty [map]
668-8397
Performance Network Theatre
Year-round professional season of Broadway hits, dramas, musicals and World Premieres in its 140-seat theater. Runs the Children’s Theatre Network held on Sat., Sept.-May, and the Fireside Festival of New Plays twice a year. info@performancenetwork.org, performancenetwork.org120 E. Huron [map]
663-0681
Purple Rose Theatre Company
Founded by actor Jeff Daniels, a Chelsea resident, this company produces 4 plays a year, with an emphasis on developing new scripts and featuring the work of local theater professionals. info@purplerosetheatre.org, purplerosetheatre.org137 Park, Chelsea [map]
433-7782. Tickets: 433-7673 or on website
The Ark
This 400-seat club presents a wide range of folk and roots music by local, national, and international performers. feedback@theark.org, theark.org316 S. Main [map]
Tickets: 763-8587. Event hotline: 761-1451. Office: 761-1800
The B-Side
All-ages 400-person concert venue in teen center features local and touring bands, usually Sat. neutral-zone.orgNeutral Zone, 310 E. Washington [map]
214-9995
U-M Basement Arts
Free student theater series featuring classical, contemporary, and original works at the Walgreen Drama Center, North Campus, basement.info@umich.edu, basement.studentorgs.umich.edu/U-M School of Music, Theater & Dance
The school’s faculty and students present hundreds of concerts every year, including solo and ensemble concerts, theater, musical theater, and dance. Performances, usually free, at various campus locations. music.umich.edu1100 Baits [map]
Event hotline: 764-0583. Michigan League ticket office: 764-2538.
U-M University Activities Center
An umbrella organization for more than a dozen U-M student organizations, including: Amazin' Blue (co-ed a cappella ensemble), Big Ticket Productions (annual concert), ComCo (comedy improv troupe), GROOVE (musical performance using traditional and nontraditional instruments), Impact Dance (jazz and lyrical/contemporary dance group), Michigan Pops Orchestra, MUSKET (musical theater company), and The Rude Mechanicals (theater group). Links to all group websites from umuac.orgMichigan Union, 530 S. State [map]
763-1107
University Musical Society
The Choral Union Series and the Chamber Arts Series feature top international orchestras, chamber ensembles, and soloists. Other events-including jazz, world music, theater, and dance-are offered in Hill Auditorium, the Power Center, Rackham Auditorium, and elsewhere. ums.orgBurton Memorial Tower, 881 North University [map]
764-2538
Washtenaw Community College Performing Arts Department
Classes, showcases, and events in theater, dance, and music. tracylee@wccnet.edu, wccnet.edu4800 E. Huron River Dr. [map]
677-5090
Wild Swan Theater
Professional adult troupe performs family-oriented theater. Productions are usually based on original scripts adapted from classic and contemporary children’s literature. Performances in Towsley Auditorium at Washtenaw Community College. Special services for hearing-impaired and visually impaired patrons. wildswan@wildswantheater.org, wildswantheater.org410 S. Maple [map]
995-0530
Zal Gaz Grotto
Masonic social club has live jazz Tues. zalgazgrotto.org2070 W. Stadium [map]
663-1202
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