Community Calendar

This is the fifth season of 2 Stones Events’ monthly concert series – Ciao!Jazz focusing on a wide variety of the jazz genre. Two separate shows (limited to 100 seats per) each evening – 6 and 8:30pm; doors open 30 minutes prior. ‘Cash-only’ (literally) bar: Please, only call the restaurant (810-227-9000) for dinner reservations upstairs before or after your show!
The Brothers Groove were formed in 1999 by Chris Codish, James Simonson and Michael Jay Caskey. The band released their first CD "Clamp It Down" in 2001. After Mike Caskey left the band in 2002 guitarist Erik Gustafson and drummer Todd Glass joined the group and eventually their second full length CD "So Glad You Came" was released. Drummer Skeeto Valdez joined the band in 2003.

Chris Codish is one of the most sought-after musicians working in Metro Detroit today, playing piano, organ, keyboards, and synth. His exciting mix of jazz, funk, and blues, layered with his unique voice captivates any crowd. It’s his unique ability entertain his audience while maintaining his artistic point of view that sets Codish apart.

An acclaimed local theater artist is bringing his one-person show to a new Ann Arbor venue this weekend. Rick Sperling's play "A Joyride in Memory Care" follows his powerful -- and often hilarious -- adventures with his trailblazing mother, Doris Sperling, through dementia and Memory Care. Actor-writer-director Rick Sperling, most known for founding Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit, portrays the entire cast of characters in this 90 minute play which runs this weekend at the new Ann Arbor space Forge Theater. Friday's and Saturday's performances are sold out, but there are still seats available for two Sunday performances. For more information go to ForgeTheaterCollaborative.com or call 734-219-9434

The OperaSOUL Experience is a revolutionary live concert that breaks boundaries by blending the timeless beauty of operatic vocals with soul-pop music, a unique fusion created by opera singer and composer Kisma Jordan. The OperaSOUL Experience’s highly anticipated and successful debut in 2021 was a highlight of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra’s Cube Summer Sessions series, setting the stage for Kisma to announce a well-crafted soundscape and a fresh take on classical music. The OperaSOUL Mixtape features original self-produced works mashed up with arias. A reimagined rendition of Gnarls Barkley’s GRAMMY® winning “Crazy” and an explosive medley of Nina Simone’s and The Beatles’ “Blackbird.”

A COUPLE OF COUPLES:
ROCHELLE CLARK & JASON DENNIE
SHARI KANE & DAVE STEELE
Admission $20, $18 student/senior
Cash or check at door only. Door 7 PM Concert 7:30 PM
ROCHELLE CLARK & JASON DENNIE
Two remarkable musicians: a pairing of gifted singers and talented players who also know their way around the intricacies of songwriting. Rochelle’s powerful voice commands attention, her engaging and personal songwriting draws listeners in. Jason’s spectacular instrumental chops and impressive vocal talents almost threaten to overshadow his own songwriting abilities. Together, they share an intimate and intuitive interplay that’s inspiring to hear and see.
SHARI KANE & DAVE STEELE
As an acoustic blues duo, Shari Kane and Dave Steele throw a four handed guitar party of original and time-honored blues, gospel, swing and ragtime. Steeped in Dave’s smoky vocals, percussive rhythm and innovative lead lines, Shari’s crisp picking style, rootsy leads, and stinging slidework, their music has been described as “street swing and stomp blues,” - like a testament to sounds once heard on the streets of Harlem, the juke joints of Mississippi, or from the jug bands of Memphis.

Doubt, A Parable follows Sister Aloysius, a stern nun running a Bronx Catholic school in 1964, who suspects their charismatic priest, Father Flynn, could be abusing boys at the school. The play explores nuanced themes of faith, certainty, power, and doubt as Sister Aloysius grapples with how to act, despite lacking hard evidence.
Winner of the 2005 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and 2005 Tony Award for Best Play.
February 12 - 21
Thursdays, Fridays, & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday 2/15 & Wednesday 2/18 matinees at 2pm

The OperaSOUL Experience is a revolutionary live concert that breaks boundaries by blending the timeless beauty of operatic vocals with soul-pop music, a unique fusion created by opera singer and composer Kisma Jordan. The OperaSOUL Experience’s highly anticipated and successful debut in 2021 was a highlight of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra’s Cube Summer Sessions series, setting the stage for Kisma to announce a well-crafted soundscape and a fresh take on classical music. The OperaSOUL Mixtape features original self-produced works mashed up with arias, a reimagined rendition of Gnarls Barkley’s GRAMMY® winning “Crazy” and an explosive medley of Nina Simone’s and The Beatles’ “Blackbird.”

Theatre NOVA presents:
Kayak
by Jordan Hall

January 30 - February 22, 2026​

How high’s the water, Mama?

Alone on a vast stretch of water, Annie Iversen recounts the chain of events which stranded her in her son’s old kayak. A doting suburban mother, Annie is blindsided when her son, Peter, falls in love with Julie, a passionate environmental activist. Desperate to protect her son from what she sees as a reckless path, Annie fights to hold on—until the danger she feared finds her instead. Directed by Briana O'Neal.

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

"The Singing Horn" from classical hornist and folk vocal artist Mary Beth Orr bridges the divide between opposites — folk and classical, raw and refined, life and loss. Some selections will flow like a song cycle, interweaving folk and classical elements, including works by Mahler, Bob Dylan, nostalgic mountain folk melodies like Wayfaring Stranger, as well as her own original songs. The crossover of genres is both unexpected and satisfying. This program harnesses the synergy of horn and voice as vessels for storytelling and comes together as a love letter to the poignant connection of the human experience.

Mary Beth Orr’s The Singing Horn bridges the divide between opposites — folk and classical, raw and refined, life and loss. Some selections will flow like a song cycle, interweaving folk and classical elements, including works by Mahler, Bob Dylan, nostalgic mountain folk melodies like Wayfaring Stranger, as well as her own original songs.

The crossover of genres is both unexpected and satisfying. This program harnesses the synergy of horn and voice as vessels for storytelling and comes together as a love letter to the poignant connection of the human experience.

10-piece big band led by Chris Smith, specializing in hot jazz of the 1920s and 30s. Jelly Roll Morton, King Oliver, Duke Ellington and other jazz legends are prominent in their repertoire. Great for listening or dancing.