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The Rundown | Oct. 29, 2026 - Now Playing!
The leaves might be falling, but stages are full of new plays, musicals, concerts, and more. This week's Rundown is filled with options just for you! Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show!
Encore Staff Writer
1 minute ago14 min read
Step Afrika! Dances at Detroit Opera House
Step Afrika! brings its unique blend of dance, songs, storytelling, and humor to the Detroit Opera House on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.
Encore Staff Writer
30 minutes ago3 min read
Rochester Christian University Presents: TWELVE ANGRY JURORS
Rochester Christian University Theatre Company presents Twelve Angry Jurors, based on the 1954 television-broadcast by Reginald Rose and adapted for the stage by Sherman L. Sergel.
Encore Staff Writer
1 hour ago1 min read
Williamston Theatre Celebrates the Holidays with the World Premiere
Mid-Michigan’s award-winning professional theatre company, Williamston Theatre, located at 122 S. Putnam Street in downtown Williamston, kicks off the holidays with the World Premiere of A Lansing Christmas Adventure by Robert Hawlmark. Performances begin Thursday, November 19 and run through Sunday, December 27.
Encore Staff Writer
2 hours ago2 min read
A Chilling Ghost Story Takes the Stage at Open Book Theatre Company
Open Book Theatre Company (OBTC) is bringing spine-tingling theatrical magic Downriver this fall with Stephen Mallatratt’s acclaimed stage adaptation of Susan Hill’s ghost story, The Woman in Black. Running from October 30 through November 22, 2026.
Encore Staff Writer
2 hours ago3 min read
Original Comedy, ON HOLD, Opens Nov. at Planet Ant Black Box
Planet Ant Theatre presents ON HOLD: A One Human Show by Shelly Smith. Following two successful runs at the Dreamland theater in Ypsilanti, ON HOLD comes to the Planet Ant Black Box this November!
Encore Staff Writer
3 hours ago1 min read
Pioneer High School Students Bring Broadway Favorite to Life this Fall
Pioneer Theatre Guild will present Hadestown: Teen Edition November 12–15, 2026, at Schreiber Auditorium at Pioneer High School in Ann Arbor.
Encore Staff Writer
4 hours ago3 min read
Chamber Music at the Scarab Club presents: Baldwin Ensemble and More!
Chamber Music at the Scarab Club is excited to present its next concert on Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 3-5 p.m., in the main gallery of The Scarab Club (217 Farnsworth, Detroit 48202).
Encore Staff Writer
2 days ago1 min read
GhostLight's Wednesday Workshop Series Creates Access to Education & Career Growth for Detroit Artists
The GhostLight Arts Initiative launches a Wednesday Workshop Series, offering access to education and career growth for Detroit Artists.
Encore Staff Writer
2 days ago4 min read
Tibbits Opera House to Host Zany and Totally Insane - ANIMANIACS in Concert
Tibbits Entertainment Series invites fans of all things “zany, animany and totally insaney” to Animaniacs: In Concert on Saturday, February 6 at 7pm at the historic Tibbits Opera House.
Encore Staff Writer
3 days ago2 min read
Long Live the King: Spotlight on Woodie King Jr. (1937 - 2026)
The world lost a legend as Woodie King, Jr. passed away Thursday, January 29, 2026. A trailblazing producer, writer, actor, and director -- King was a mentor to many and a proud Detroiter.
This week as we enter Black History Month, Encore Michigan offers a special tribute as some of Detroit's most prolific artists and arts advocates honor King with their memories and dedications.
John Sloan III
Feb 35 min read
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The Rundown | Oct. 29, 2026 - Now Playing!
The leaves might be falling, but stages are full of new plays, musicals, concerts, and more. This week's Rundown is filled with options just for you! Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show!
The Rundown | Oct. 23, 2026 - Now Playing!
The leaves might be falling, but stages are full of new plays, musicals, concerts, and more. This week's Rundown is filled with options just for you! Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show!
The Rundown | Oct. 29, 2026 - Now Playing!
The leaves might be falling, but stages are full of new plays, musicals, concerts, and more. This week's Rundown is filled with options just for you! Come on now, you know what we're gonna say,.. Get On Up and Go See A Show!
Encore Staff Writer
1 minute ago14 min read
Step Afrika! Dances at Detroit Opera House
Step Afrika! brings its unique blend of dance, songs, storytelling, and humor to the Detroit Opera House on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.
Encore Staff Writer
30 minutes ago3 min read
Rochester Christian University Presents: TWELVE ANGRY JURORS
Rochester Christian University Theatre Company presents Twelve Angry Jurors, based on the 1954 television-broadcast by Reginald Rose and adapted for the stage by Sherman L. Sergel.
Encore Staff Writer
1 hour ago1 min read
Williamston Theatre Celebrates the Holidays with the World Premiere
Mid-Michigan’s award-winning professional theatre company, Williamston Theatre, located at 122 S. Putnam Street in downtown Williamston, kicks off the holidays with the World Premiere of A Lansing Christmas Adventure by Robert Hawlmark. Performances begin Thursday, November 19 and run through Sunday, December 27.
Encore Staff Writer
2 hours ago2 min read
A Chilling Ghost Story Takes the Stage at Open Book Theatre Company
Open Book Theatre Company (OBTC) is bringing spine-tingling theatrical magic Downriver this fall with Stephen Mallatratt’s acclaimed stage adaptation of Susan Hill’s ghost story, The Woman in Black. Running from October 30 through November 22, 2026.
Encore Staff Writer
2 hours ago3 min read
Original Comedy, ON HOLD, Opens Nov. at Planet Ant Black Box
Planet Ant Theatre presents ON HOLD: A One Human Show by Shelly Smith. Following two successful runs at the Dreamland theater in Ypsilanti, ON HOLD comes to the Planet Ant Black Box this November!
Encore Staff Writer
3 hours ago1 min read
Pioneer High School Students Bring Broadway Favorite to Life this Fall
Pioneer Theatre Guild will present Hadestown: Teen Edition November 12–15, 2026, at Schreiber Auditorium at Pioneer High School in Ann Arbor.
Encore Staff Writer
4 hours ago3 min read
Chamber Music at the Scarab Club presents: Baldwin Ensemble and More!
Chamber Music at the Scarab Club is excited to present its next concert on Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 3-5 p.m., in the main gallery of The Scarab Club (217 Farnsworth, Detroit 48202).
Encore Staff Writer
2 days ago1 min read
GhostLight's Wednesday Workshop Series Creates Access to Education & Career Growth for Detroit Artists
The GhostLight Arts Initiative launches a Wednesday Workshop Series, offering access to education and career growth for Detroit Artists.
Encore Staff Writer
2 days ago4 min read
Tibbits Opera House to Host Zany and Totally Insane - ANIMANIACS in Concert
Tibbits Entertainment Series invites fans of all things “zany, animany and totally insaney” to Animaniacs: In Concert on Saturday, February 6 at 7pm at the historic Tibbits Opera House.
Encore Staff Writer
3 days ago2 min read
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