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WOW factor: DJ Minx spins sexy house at new 'Rapture' Sunday night dance party

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Detroit�s first lady of wax kicks off new series of dance events supported by produced by Fresh Corp and supported by Fierce Hot mess.

Collaborators: Vic Chesnutt joins members of Silver Mt. Zion and Fugazi at DIA

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Paraplegic performer Chesnutt was the subject of a PBS documentary, Speed Racer. He also had a small role in the 1996 movie Sling Blade.

Connecting community on dancefloor: Paxahau brings engaging Bassnectar to St. Andrew's

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This event will feature Bassnectar's Cozza Connection Project: Detroit, an effort that includes helping four local community groups with proceeds from the door.

New wave cimematheque: Burton Theatre screens indie, cult, foreign films in Midtown

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Taxidermia is a generational triptych that begins during World War II and ends in the present. Or does it?

Midnight madness: David Lynch's 'Eraserhead' is minimal surrealist classic of the 1970s

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

"You really are sick," says Henry to the baby. That's about all you need to know if you've never seen one of the most original American films ever made.

Wordplay: The Moth welcomes funny stories from fun people at Cliff Bell's

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The teller with the highest score becomes our StorySLAM winner. No notes, papers or cheat sheets allowed.

Goth pop ambient: Painter Glenn Barr shows new figurative works at Royal Oak's 323East Gallery

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

International art magazines Juxtapoz, Hi Fructose and Film Threat have waxed ecstatic over Barr�s voyeuristic, post-industrial universe.

Bad moon rising: New Wave Halloween bash features talent to die for at MOCAD

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Prizes for best and worst costumes, cash bar and an extra hour of dancing because of daylight savings time await all brave souls.

Music Hall masquerade: Fashion, music, social networking highlight high-end costume affair

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Party produced by MeMe Design and Events includes swanky VIP area intriguingly called the "Eyes Wide Shut" room.

Scares for Care: Haunted house at Cass Community United Methodist supports Detroit's homeless

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 126-year old church is hosting the 2,500 square-foot paranormal attraction for the seventh year.

Dia de los Muertos: Detroit Science Center exhibit offers rare look at sacred burial community

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Guanajuato collection is believed to be the largest group of mummies anywhere in the Western Hemisphere.

Twists and shouts: Pilobolus modern dancers perform two shows at Detroit Opera House

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Pioneering group is internationally known for combining dance and biology, entertainment and inspiration in its performances.

Dance, zombies, dance: Sixth annual costume party at Magic Stick features dark wave bands and DJs

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Good times include midnight buffet, Carjackula and the Electric Voodoo Babies, a Cramps tribute band and the return of the zombinator.

Left coast soul, man: Dam-Funk brings raw electro-boogie style to downtown's Oslo

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Also bringing it: Secrets, a Detroit-meets-Brooklyn project of Matt Abbott and North Corktown ace Kevin Reynolds.

Parody party: Detroit Techno Militia and Bang Tech ham and jam at Bohemian Home blast

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Third annual affair features local technoheads performing music of Stevie Wonder, Missy Elliott and others. In full drag or costume, of course.

Soul control: Funk Night franchise gets devilish with Will Sessions and Frank Raines at Majestic

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

One of the best parties in the U.S. according to mags in NYC and Paris (and Detroit, of course) throws it down for local hobgoblins.

Eco-activism: 'Earth Days' documents nearly 60 years of advocacy for environmental responsibilty

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Film delivers one-two punch of personal testimony and rare archival media from early 1950s to present day green movements.

Submerged: UR's legendary Los Hermanos with DJ Mark Flash light up Hamtown's White Star

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Unsung Detroit techno hero Gerald Mitchell leads group that combines jazz, gospel, latin grooves and funk into electronic dance music.

Sopranos and tenors: World opera in cinema series screens at Detroit Film Theatre

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Movie presents two contemporary stars, Anna Netrebko and Rolando Villazón, at the height of their powers.

Great Danes: Psych-garage duo the Raveonettes return to noise-rock Midtown's Magic Stick

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Rock and roll double-barreled powerhouse from Copenhagen directly inspired by Buddy Holly and the Velvet Underground.

Film industry rally: Big Screen Michigan fights to keep incentives alive with event at Crofoot

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Growing coalition putting pressure on state legislators to keep movie magic going forward in the state.

Identity innovator: Graphics grand dame Paula Scher speaks at U-M's Penny Stamps

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Typography-driven approach to design has been her trademark since early days as an art director for Atlantic Records and CBS Records in the 1970s.

East Side Sound: Authors of new book about rocker Bob Seger talk and sign at Book Beat

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Presentation by authors Tom Weschler and Gary Graff covers career and on-the-road adventures of Detroit-born rocker.

Restoration man: Actor-activist Danny Glover raises funds to re-open historic Highland Park library

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Hollywood star and community organizer, cast and crew of new film party at downtown's Taste pizza bar for a great cause.

Artful wining and dining: Table set for annual CCS auction benefit at GM Wintergarden

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The event is chaired by Shelly and Don Manvel, and features the wines of Chateau Ste. Michelle with vintner Bob Bertheau.

True confessions: Second annual Midnight Massacre offers sinfully clever Halloween fun

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Proceeds go to the Ruth Ellis Center, the only agency in the Midwest dedicated to lesbian, gay, bi-atractional, transgender and questioning youth.

Fashion passions: Richard Avedon's photos meet at intersection of art and commerce at DIA

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Photographer revolutionized editorial fashion work for magazines in the post-World War II era until his death in 2004.

All hallows: Follow the jack-o-lanterns and headless horsemen for family fun at Greenfield Village

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Frightfully fun programming, including Halloween-themed treat stations, geared for the whole family.

Family time: Japanese film focuses on 24 hours in life of adult children and their aging parents

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

"So absorbing ... that while you�re watching it the rest of the world fades into irrelevance," marvels A.O. Scott of the New York Times.

Treasured island: DYC luncheon raises awareness and money for Belle Isle restoration

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Proceeds from this event will be used to continue the renovation of Belle Isle and funding horticultural scholarships.