Encore Michigan
Outvisible’s “Cagebirds” tweets whole new meanings
ALLEN PARK, Mich.–Playgoers were filing out at the end of Outvisible Theatre’s production of Cagebirds, when the youngest member of the audience—he must have been... Continue Reading
Farmers Alley presents “1776,” a divided Congress, and other…surprises?
KALAMAZOO, Mich. – In her program notes for Farmers Alley’s current production of 1776, Director Kathy Mulay suggests the shocking revolution we’re experiencing in today’s... Continue Reading
Puzzle Piece’s “Ambition Facing West” plays out the struggle across generations
FERNDALE, Mich. – Even if you aren’t Croatian like the three generations of family featured in Ambition Facing West, the theme of push and pull... Continue Reading
PuppetART’s “Firebird” a sweet Russian folktale for all ages
DETROIT, Mich. – The art of puppetry is nearly as old as entertainment itself, for good reason. It combines many genres of art—storytelling, classical and folk... Continue Reading
Mamet’s “November” timely for Election Cycle at Monster Box
WATERFORD, Mich.–Given the current political climate, a comedy about politics seems like a sure thing. However some of the jokes in Monster Box Theatre’s production... Continue Reading
Ixion invites audiences to a land of magic and spirits
LANSING, Mich. – What if the life we have is the life we agreed to before we were born? Whether our task is great or... Continue Reading
Come to The Dio’s “Cabaret”
PINCKNEY – Cabaret is one of the most iconic and familiar shows and soundtracks in theatre history. Fortunately, the Dio – Dining and Entertainment theatre,... Continue Reading
“Alabama Story” brings racial history to new light with success at The Theatre Company
DETROIT Mich.—In the interest of full disclosure, I must say that I know, and like, Alabama Story playwright Kenneth Jones who, before he moved to... Continue Reading
Open Book kicks off new space and season with real “Star” Power
TRENTON, Mich. – Open Book Theatre Company has christened its new performance space here with a lovely, high-energy, well-conceived production of Peter and The Starcatchers.... Continue Reading
Hilberry’s revives “You Can’t Take It With You” with style
DETROIT, Mich. — Wayne State University’s Hilberry Theatre opened its 2016-2017 season this weekend with a heartfelt rendition of You Can’t Take It With You. Although written... Continue Reading