Community Calendar

The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly
Michigan Premiere
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A love song in three movements.
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Over the course of three brief acts, the lives of weary waitress Lina and immigrant dishwasher Mikolaj play out in parallel universes—each a variation on a theme of longing, chance, and connection. With echoes of fate and flashes of magic in the mundane, this tender, time-bending story asks: what if love is less about destiny, and more about timing? Directed by Diane Hill.

May 22 – June 14, 2026​

Fridays 8:00 pm, Saturdays 3:00 pm and 8:00 pm, Sundays 2:00 pm

Tickets: General $30 / 65 & Over $25 / Students $15

The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly
Michigan Premiere
​
A love song in three movements.
​

Over the course of three brief acts, the lives of weary waitress Lina and immigrant dishwasher Mikolaj play out in parallel universes—each a variation on a theme of longing, chance, and connection. With echoes of fate and flashes of magic in the mundane, this tender, time-bending story asks: what if love is less about destiny, and more about timing? Directed by Diane Hill.

May 22 – June 14, 2026​

Fridays 8:00 pm, Saturdays 3:00 pm and 8:00 pm, Sundays 2:00 pm

Tickets: General $30 / 65 & Over $25 / Students $15

The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly
Michigan Premiere
​
A love song in three movements.
​

Over the course of three brief acts, the lives of weary waitress Lina and immigrant dishwasher Mikolaj play out in parallel universes—each a variation on a theme of longing, chance, and connection. With echoes of fate and flashes of magic in the mundane, this tender, time-bending story asks: what if love is less about destiny, and more about timing? Directed by Diane Hill.

May 22 – June 14, 2026​

Fridays 8:00 pm, Saturdays 3:00 pm and 8:00 pm, Sundays 2:00 pm

Tickets: General $30 / 65 & Over $25 / Students $15

Kerrytown Concert House invites you to an unforgettable evening of rhythm and soul as blues piano master Mr. B joins forces with Detroit’s Queen of the Blues, Thornetta Davis. Both artists have earned international recognition for their distinctive styles and commanding stage presence, captivating audiences far beyond Michigan with performances that celebrate America’s rich musical traditions.

Mr. B’s driving, joyful piano grooves meet Thornetta’s rich, powerful vocals in a first-time performance together that will flow effortlessly from high-energy to deeply expressive blues.

Join us for this rare opportunity to see Mr. B and Thornetta Davis in concert together – a celebration of masterful musicianship, award-winning artistry, and the magic that unfolds when two dynamic performers share the stage. Experience it all in the “house concert” setting of Kerrytown Concert House!

Mark Lincoln Braun, piano
Thornetta Davis, vocalist

The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly
Michigan Premiere
​
A love song in three movements.
​

Over the course of three brief acts, the lives of weary waitress Lina and immigrant dishwasher Mikolaj play out in parallel universes—each a variation on a theme of longing, chance, and connection. With echoes of fate and flashes of magic in the mundane, this tender, time-bending story asks: what if love is less about destiny, and more about timing? Directed by Diane Hill.

May 22 – June 14, 2026​

Fridays 8:00 pm, Saturdays 3:00 pm and 8:00 pm, Sundays 2:00 pm

Tickets: General $30 / 65 & Over $25 / Students $15

The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly
Michigan Premiere
​
A love song in three movements.
​

Over the course of three brief acts, the lives of weary waitress Lina and immigrant dishwasher Mikolaj play out in parallel universes—each a variation on a theme of longing, chance, and connection. With echoes of fate and flashes of magic in the mundane, this tender, time-bending story asks: what if love is less about destiny, and more about timing? Directed by Diane Hill.

May 22 – June 14, 2026​

Fridays 8:00 pm, Saturdays 3:00 pm and 8:00 pm, Sundays 2:00 pm

Tickets: General $30 / 65 & Over $25 / Students $15

The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly
Michigan Premiere
​
A love song in three movements.
​

Over the course of three brief acts, the lives of weary waitress Lina and immigrant dishwasher Mikolaj play out in parallel universes—each a variation on a theme of longing, chance, and connection. With echoes of fate and flashes of magic in the mundane, this tender, time-bending story asks: what if love is less about destiny, and more about timing? Directed by Diane Hill.

May 22 – June 14, 2026​

Fridays 8:00 pm, Saturdays 3:00 pm and 8:00 pm, Sundays 2:00 pm

Tickets: General $30 / 65 & Over $25 / Students $15

Shirley Verrett: The Voice and the Fire in the Belly is a powerful one-woman show that highlights the extraordinary life of opera legend Shirley Verrett.

From a young girl singing in a Seventh-day Adventist church in Louisiana to breaking racial and artistic barriers on some of the world’s grandest stages, Verrett’s story unfolds through a captivating blend of song, spoken word, and raw emotion. Told entirely from Verrett’s perspective, the performance follows her journey through key moments in American history, including the civil rights era, the subtle prejudices within classical music, and her personal battles to find her place as a Black woman in opera.

As she transitions from mezzo-soprano to soprano roles, she also shifts between the various identities she embodied: diva, mother, wife, and maverick. Featuring iconic arias from Verrett’s repertoire—such as selections from Carmen, Tosca, Aida, Macbeth, and Gluck—the show paints a vivid portrait of artistic resilience, sacrifice, and a triumphant legacy. Audiences will learn about her highs and heartbreaks, from her Metropolitan debut and experiences with racism in Europe and America to her Broadway success in Carousel and her well-known rivalry with Grace Bumbry, as well as her later years as a mentor and educator.

This show is a celebration of a woman who delivered unbelievable, awe-inspiring performances and, more importantly, who captivated us with her mind, heart, and “Fire in the Belly.”

The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly
Michigan Premiere
​
A love song in three movements.
​

Over the course of three brief acts, the lives of weary waitress Lina and immigrant dishwasher Mikolaj play out in parallel universes—each a variation on a theme of longing, chance, and connection. With echoes of fate and flashes of magic in the mundane, this tender, time-bending story asks: what if love is less about destiny, and more about timing? Directed by Diane Hill.

May 22 – June 14, 2026​

Fridays 8:00 pm, Saturdays 3:00 pm and 8:00 pm, Sundays 2:00 pm

Tickets: General $30 / 65 & Over $25 / Students $15

Ann Arbor's quirkiest art fair is back for another year on the Old West Side! Westside Art Hop is a community effort pulled together by Sophie Grillet, Caitlin Boyce Jensen, and Hannah VanDuinen, not to mention a large number of dedicated volunteers; the hosts throughout the neighborhood who open up their lawns, garages, and/or porches; and of course the artists who bring their work to the party. Come for a stroll through the neighborhood to explore the art, enjoy the beautiful neighborhood, and shop. Food trucks and portapotties will be available, and there will even be live music at a nearby church for further entertainment.