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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 Band
Community band performs Wed. in June and in July at the West Park band shell, and at other events. New members welcome. billgourley@comcast.net, info@annarborcivicband.org, annarborcivicband.org
Bill Gourley, director, 429-5301
Ann Arbor Civic Theatre
Full season of shows, both musicals and plays, from Broadway and Off Broadway, as well as a 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 new compositions and classic band literature in 2 p.m. Sun. concerts at the Michigan Theater in Nov., Jan., Mar., & May. Auditions in Aug. See website for concert dates. contactus@aaband.org, aaband.orgP.O. Box 1843, AA 48106
478-7515
Ann Arbor Society for Musical Arts
Presents a series of 6 concerts on Wednesday mornings in the fall and spring at the Ann Arbor City Club. Sponsors the SMA Rosalie Edwards Youth Music Competition and SMA Collegiate Youth Artist competition annually. fischer709@comcast.net, annarborsma.orgAnn Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw [map]
930-0353
Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra
The 2012-2013 season of this professional orchestra includes concerts at the Michigan Theater and Hill Auditorium Sept.- Apr., a family-friendly Holiday Concert on Dec. 7, 3 family concerts, and daytime chamber concerts and ensembles for schoolchildren. Free Kinderconcerts at Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti and Dexter libraries. Informative and fun lectures before each Sat. performance, “Instrument Petting Zoos” before family concerts. a2so@a2so.com, a2so.com220 E. Huron, Suite 470 [map]
994-4801
Arbor Opera Theater
Professional opera company featuring national emerging professional singers. Full operatic productions, educational programs, recitals, and cabaret. arboropera@gmail.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.orgCrazy Wisdom Tea Room
Live music (usually acoustic) Fri. & Sat. Lectures and discussions, poetry/writers series, author events, workshops, fairy teas for children, and other events. crazywisdom.net114 S. Main [map]
665-2757
Elks Neighborhood Kitchen
Live jazz, blues, or funk by local bands on Thurs., Fri., & Sat. nights. kevinatelks@gmail.com, facebook.com/ElksKitchen220 Sunset [map]
(847) 651-7397
Encore Musical Theatre Company
Professional musical theater productions feature Broadway performers and local talent. theencoretheatre.org3126 Broad Street, Dexter [map]
268-6200
Green Wood Coffee House
Folk and acoustic music on many Fri. nights, Sept.-May. 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, and art exhibits. cuaa.edu/Kreft-Arts.aspxConcordia 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: $70/year & up. info@michtheater.org, michtheater.org603 E. Liberty [map]
668-8397
One Pause Poetry
Poetry readings, author conversations, and writing workshops with local and national poets. Events held in various locations, including METAL Gallery, 220 Felch. Check website for locations and times. info@onepausepoetry.org, onepausepoetry.org
604-0090
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 three times a year. info@performancenetwork.org, performancenetwork.org120 E. Huron [map]
663-0681
Purple Rose Theatre Company
Founded by actor Jeff Daniels, this company produces 4 plays a year, with an emphasis on developing new scripts and featuring the work of local theater professionals. tickets@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. thebsidevenue.comNeutral 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 English Department Zell Visiting Writers Series
Readings by local, national, and international writers and poets. Most readings held in the U-M Museum of Art’s Helmut Stern Auditorium, 525 S. State. mslevad@umich.edu, lsa.umich.edu/English/grad/mfa/mfaeve.asp
764-6330
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
UMS
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. mnaylor@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.org
995-0530
Zal Gaz Grotto
Masonic social club has live jazz Tues. zalgaz.org2070 W. Stadium [map]
663-1202
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