Encore Michigan
Mark Morris Dance more than cracks “The Hard Nut” at Detroit Opera Theatre
DETROIT, Mich.–You may think you know The Nutcracker, but if you haven’t encountered Mark Morris Dance Group’s adaptation The Hard Nut, you might not realize... Continue Reading
DPT’s ‘Noura’: Authentic and Penetrating Christmas story
DETROIT, MI–It’s very difficult to hang on and let go at the same time. That is the idea that runs through Noura, a play by... Continue Reading
A new 70’S spin on Nutcracker at Detroit Opera House 12/3-12/4
DETROIT, MI–“You’ve never seen a Nutcracker like this” writes the Huffington Post. Set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved music (with live orchestra), The Hard Nut lovingly channels... Continue Reading
‘A Very Williamston Christmas’ is a funny nod to small-town Michigan yule
WILLIAMSTON, MI–Christmas cookies, happy endings, and a whole lot of Peppermint Schnapps is the perfect way to ring in the holiday season. Williamston Theatre is... Continue Reading
Encore Musical kicks off holiday season with ‘A Christmas Story’
DEXTER, Mich.–A Christmas Story, the 1983 movie that runs for 24 hours on Christmas Day, has become for some an “oh no, again!” experience. But... Continue Reading
Detroit Rep’s ‘Life On The Moon’ explores challenges of life with a high-needs loved one
By Bridgette Redman DETROIT, MI–It’s not unusual to crave being the protagonist of one’s own story, the leading man or woman of a life’s biopic,... Continue Reading
‘The Children’ confronts apocalyptic Boomer legacy
TRENTON, Mich.–There are stories of elderly passengers on the Titanic giving up spots in the lifeboats for younger ones, a selfless act with death staring... Continue Reading
Ringwald opens ‘Who’s Holiday’ 12/2-12/19
FERNDALE, MI, November 21, 2022 – As Christmas ramps up, The Ringwald takes flight; a new Christmas show will shine its spotlight. Playing 3 weeks,... Continue Reading
