Dance, Concerts & Comedy

Experience Mannheim Steamroller like never before! Founded in 1974, this iconic American ensemble captivates millions with its innovative fusion of classical music, new age, and rock. Selling over 28 million albums, Mannheim Steamroller became holiday music royalty with their ground-breaking 1984 album, Mannheim Steamroller Christmas. Combining orchestral grandeur, modern synthesizers, and eclectic instruments, their legendary sound continues to enchant audiences. Don’t miss your chance to witness this mesmerizing live performance, complete with stunning lights and multimedia visuals—music and spectacle that has shaped a generation!

THU, DEC 18, 2025 / 7:30 PM

Join us for an evening of laughs from nationally touring comics with our monthly comedy nights! December is headlined by Adam Degi, with featured comedian Johnny Mocny.

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Celebrate the season with the Champions Of Magic: Holiday Spectacular featuring dazzling illusions, breathtaking, grand-scale magic, and festive surprises for the whole family.

This high-energy, interactive show blends their signature humor, jaw-dropping magic, and holiday cheer, creating a one-of-a-kind experience perfect for the season.

Don’t miss this enchanting celebration filled with wonder, spectacle, and joy!

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This year’s musical extravaganza with its beautiful visuals, falling snow, and Christmas trees will feature a variety of traditional and contemporary songs—religious, romantic, and fun holiday tunes. Don’t miss this fun and inspirational family holiday tradition. Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2015, the Oak Ridge Boys continue to deliver one of the most exciting and beloved shows in country music today.

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THU, JAN 8, 2026 / 7:30 PM

Join us for an evening of laughs from nationally touring comics with our monthly comedy nights! January is headlined by Mark Chailfoux, with featured comedian Ryan Brown.

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FRI, JAN 23, 2026 / 7:30 PM
SAT, JAN 24, 2026 / 2 PM
SUN, JAN 25, 2026 / 2 PM

Looking for a night filled with laughter, romance, and heartwarming fun? My (Unauthorized) Hallmark Movie Musical is a delightful new musical comedy about a Hallmark Super Fan crafting her ideal romantic movie— until her characters hilariously begin writing their own script! This innovative one-woman show blends live performance with immersive multimedia as they sing, dance, and charm their way into your heart, creating a magical theatrical experience where courage and acceptance blossom through heartfelt storytelling.

THU, FEB 5, 2026 / 7:30 PM

Join us for an evening of laughs from nationally touring comics with our monthly comedy nights! February is headlined by Allen Trieu, with featured comedian Chris Young.

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SAT, MAR 14, 2026 / 3 PM
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All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Five years after their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high seas. Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’® is a hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of menopause and friendship — plus hot flashes, mood swings, and memory lapses! Join us on a trip of self-discovery, backed by a new soundtrack of toe-tapping parodied hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s. For these four ladies, menopause was not the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers all, and friendships never fail.

FRI, MAR 20, 2026 / 7:30 PM
On Sale FRI, DEC 12 at 10 AM

Considered one of the best vocalists of all time, Karen Carpenter captured the attention of a generation with the surprisingly deep material of her unabashedly catchy pop music. Singer and playwright Lisa Rock has compiled a moving tribute to the music and life of Carpenter, and brings it to the stage with her 6-piece backing band. Dedicated to re-creating the true sound of The Carpenters, Rock and her band showcase some of the most memorable songs of the 70s including “We’ve Only Just Begun,” “Rainy Days and Mondays,” and of course “Close to You.”

THU, MAR 26, 2026 / 7 PM

In our annual spring concert, the Choirs of the Center will gather to perform together for their annual combined concert. The performance will feature the groups: Chorale, Camerata, Men of Music, Vocal Canvas Octet, and Youth Choirs Ovation and Vocalise. Join all the joyous choirs as they welcome spring with song!

FRI, APR 10, 2026 / 7 PM
SAT, APR 11, 2026 / 2 & 7 PM
Directed by Grace Marra

The Men of Music return for their annual spring concert, and this year marks an extraordinary milestone —their 90th season of harmony, humor, and heartfelt performance.

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SAT, APR 11, 2026 / 3 PM

This pawtastic cast of performers and four-legged stars will delight you with this high-energy live show featuring an incredible team of rescue dogs performing jaw-dropping stunts, gravity-defying tricks, and hilarious antics. Watch as these talented pups leap through the air, race through obstacles, and showcase their unbelievable skills. It’s an inspiring, heartwarming experience celebrating the bond between humans and their furry friends. Perfect for all ages, this show will leave you amazed and cheering for more. Missing this performance would be like barking up the wrong tree!

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SAT, APR 19, 2026 / 4 PM
Directed by Dr. Letícia Grützmann

The Midland Center Chorale is once again joined by the SVSU Choirs to perform the stupendous C Major Mass by Ludwig von Beethoven, commissioned by Prince Nikolaus Esterházy II in 1807. Conducted by Dr. Letícia Grützmann, this concert opens with Beethoven’s Symphony No.1, and it brings to Midland hailed soloists Soprano Jenna Ziccardi, Mezzo-Soprano Karen Archbold, Tenor George Milosh, and Baritone Benton DeGroot.

SUN, JUN 21, 2026 / 7 PM
Located at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 405 N Saginaw Rd, Midland, MI 48640
Directed by Dr. Letícia Grützmann

Featuring acclaimed Brazilian classical guitarist Dr. Felipe Vargas Magdaleno, the Camerata Singers will perform Romancero Gitano by Spanish composer Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, an evocative work inspired by the poetry of Federico García Lorca. These early 20th-century poems, translated as Gypsy Ballads, reflect the beauty, struggle, and spirit of life in Andalusia. With bold rhythms and passionate harmonies, the music captures the soul of people living on the edges of society. Conducted by Dr. Letícia Grützmann, the performance also features the Midland Center Chorale.