Performing Arts

Fringe theater is often viewed as a barometer for a city's hipness.The Ringwald, in downtown Ferndale, has garnered top billing for its campy and unconventional shows, even drawing the city's mayor into the limelight. (more >)

Dancing As Fast As They Can

By: Megan Pennefather, 3/12/2009

Agnes de Mille once said "The truest expression of a people is in its dance." For nearly 30 years the Detroit Dance Collective has boasted an intergenerational company of artists dedicated to the truth of modern dance. But even more impressive than their longevity is their ability to attract and keep young talent in Metro Detroit. (more >)

Go Comedy, Go!

By: Kirk Vanderbeek, 2/26/2009

They are the Justice League of improvisational comedy. The Dream Team of yucks. Ferndale's Go Comedy, brings some of the region's funniest performers together under one roof - a former Secretary Of State's office turned laughter emporium. Now that's irony. (more >)

Guest Blogger: Maud Lyon

By: Maud Lyon, 6/7/2007

Our guest blogger for this week is Maud Lyon. Maud is the founding director of the Cultural Alliance, and a consultant for numerous nonprofit organizations.

Check back here each week day to read Maud's thoughts on the state of arts and culture in Michigan. (more >)

The Kids Are Alright

By: Kimberly Chou, 5/31/2007

When we talk about quality of life issues, who considers the region's sizable teen population? Ann Arbor's Neutral Zone is setting the bar for teen community centers, making use of the latest technologies and trends while nurturing the kind of homegrown talent Michigan desperately needs. (more >)

Blog/Paul Nielsen

Do we need to run around in a rabbit suit to conjure up our region's lost wealth? Dr. Paul Nielsen, entrepreneurial owner of the Wunderground Magic Shop, amuses us this Halloween's Eve with spirited tales pulled from his hat. Learn to make coin from castoffs and marvel at Houdini's winter freestyle under Detroit River ice caps. (more >)

Video/Wyandotte Gets The Arts

Funding for the arts is taking a beating all around, but especially in Michigan. Wyandotte, however, sees a real value in having a resource for local creatives. Exit an old rundown Masonic Hall, enter the new Wynandotte Arts Center. (more >)