Nov 20 Thursday
Enjoy free admission and extended hours until 8pm on Thursdays. Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program and the Efroymson Family Fund.
Marcus Gradley's The House That Will Not Stand, blends poetic language with sharp, unexpected humour to tell the story of a Creole family facing a world in transition. This hauntingly beautiful play that captures the power, the magic, the tragedy of life in 1836 New Orleans. Here, Beatrice Albans, a widow navigating grief, memory, and the volatile terrain of change. Her three daughters live under her roof- but not always under her control. It is the story of resilient, resourceful, catty, joyful, spiritual women. Outside the house, the United States is tightening its grip on Louisiana, bringing new laws and new dangers for free Black families. Inside the house magic blends with harsh reality in this dynamic and relevant story.It's a story about legacy- how it's passed down, how it's resisted, and how is rewritten. About the ways women learn to hold power, to shape their own futures, and to speak aloud what was once only whispered.
Nov 21 Friday
Djangophonique is an award-winning project that delivers the infectious joy and expressive freedom that is at the heart of Django Reinhardt’s jazz manouche. With respect for the tradition and a fearless creativity that bends the conventions of the style, Djangophonique is keeping the Hot Club revival alive and well.
The result is a sound that’s unmistakable to fans of the music and alluring to the uninitiated – a sound that can bring the lively energy of a Parisian dance hall to the quietest listening room or captivate a buzzing festival audience with the aching nostalgia of a shimmering ballad.
Opening for the ensemble will be Kalamazoo’s own The Birdseed Salesmen – it will be a wonderful, fun night of gypsy jazz!
Nov 22 Saturday
Nov 23 Sunday
Nov 27 Thursday
Nov 29 Saturday
“Jingle Jigs, Reels a Treat.”Ken Longworth—The Newcastle Herald
Direct from its Off-Broadway season, A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, presents its holiday spectacular, A Celtic Christmas. Prepare to be enchanted with some of the world’s finest Irish dancers and musicians bringing the spirit of Christmas to life, in a show that will make you laugh, cry, and sing into the night.
Experience the magic of A Celtic Christmas, where world-class performers—including former World Irish dance champions and stars from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance—come together for a holiday spectacular like no other. This unforgettable performance blends melodic folk mash-ups, acapella tap battles, and heartwarming storytelling with Irish wit, traditional tunes, heartfelt ballads, and all your favorite carols. Bursting with electrifying rhythms and extraordinary talent, it's an evening of Irish charm and enthralling entertainment you won’t want to miss.
Immerse yourself in a traditional Celtic landscape and let the magic of an Irish Christmas transport you to a world filled with excitement and wonder, where vibrant music and dance embody the heartbeat of the festive season.
Dec 04 Thursday
This annual cabaret showcases our senior musical theatre majors performing with Broadway's LANA GORDON!