Midland Center for the Arts announces they will honor Alden B. Dow’s legacy and vision with the name of its reimagined museum: HALL OF IDEAS, a permanent, interactive museum experience designed to celebrate creativity, discovery and the belief that every person has the power to imagine, experiment and create. The name was created by Alden B. Dow for the original three tiers of interactive art and science displays in the museum when the building opened in 1971. The name will now encompass all levels of the newly renovated museum.
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Midland Center Enhances Patron Experience with Introduction of Digital Tickets
Beginning with the 2025/26 season, audiences at Midland Center for the Arts will enjoy a new way to enter performances and events with digital tickets, a secure and easy to use ticket delivery method for seamless mobile entry In partnership with True Tickets, the Center will now provide digital tickets as dynamic QR codes, offering guests a fast, seamless arrival while reducing the risk of counterfeit tickets.
Midland Center for the Arts to Awaken Creativity with Transformational Renovation of Museum
Creativity isn't exclusive to artists; it’s a universal human trait, vital to how we think, solve problems and connect with the world around us. Now, Midland Center for the Arts invites the Great Lakes Bay Region and beyond to rediscover and embrace their creative spirit through a bold, transformational renovation of its Museum.
Midland Center for the Arts Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors
Midland Center for the Arts is proud to announce the appointment of four new members to its Board of Directors. Bringing a dynamic array of professional experiences and each a strong commitment to our region, the new directors will help guide the Center as it continues to expand programming and advance its transformational renovation.
Celebrate the Holidays at Midland Center for the Arts with Electrifying Lineup of Festive Performances
Midland Center for the Arts is bringing holiday cheer early this year with a special Christmas in July ticket on-sale event. Audiences can start planning their seasonal entertainment and secure tickets to this year’s must-see holiday performances beginning Friday, July 25 at 10 AM. Featured events include the previously announced return of CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE, the beloved annual HOLIDAY POPS concert with the Midland Symphony Orchestra, and newly announced shows MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER, and THE OAK RIDGE BOYS.
Midland Center for the Arts Earns Challenge Grant from Dow Company Foundation
Midland Center for the Arts announced today that it has earned an additional $3 million from the Dow Company Foundation toward the transformational renovation project currently underway at the Center, which includes a bold reimagining of the Museum of Science & Art. This was accomplished by completing a previously committed matching challenge grant, which required the Center to secure an additional $3 million in new, diversified philanthropic support from other charitable foundations and businesses.
Summer Art Fair Returns for Its 58th Year in Downtown Midland
Midland Center for the Arts is gearing up for the return of its annual Summer Art Fair in Downtown Midland. This beloved outdoor event features handmade goods, local food vendors, live music, and the chance to meet and support artists from across the state. The fair runs rain or shine on May 31 and June 1 from 10 AM to 5 PM, and is free to attend.
Midland Center Winds Back the Clock with Stephen Sondheim’s Merrily We Roll Along
Center Stage Theatre will close out its 2024/2025 season next month with Merrily We Roll Along, the cult classic musical from legendary composer Stephen Sondheim. With performances May 9 - 18 in Midland Center for the Arts’ Little Theater, this thought-provoking musical travels backward in time to explore friendship, ambition, and the choices we make in reflection of our younger selves. Midland Center’s production is directed by Chad William Baker, with music direction by Mike Skutt and choreography by Faith Dore.
New Midland Log Issue Chronicles City’s 60-Year ‘Dry’ Era
Midland County Historical Society at Midland Center for the Arts has released the Winter/Spring 2025 issue of The Midland Log. First published in 1970, the journal was refreshed in 2023 with more visuals and expanded endnotes for deeper exploration.
Josh Holliday Returns to Midland Center for the Arts as Vice President of Marketing, Communications & Sales
Midland Center for the Arts announced today that Josh Holliday will join its executive team on March 24 as Vice President of Marketing, Communications & Sales. His appointment follows the announcement earlier this month of Matt Travis as the organization’s new President and CEO. Holliday currently serves as the Director of Communications at Tennessee Performing Arts Center in Nashville, Tenn., and brings an extensive background in the arts and entertainment industry as he returns to his home state.