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The Center. Our Stories.

Welcome to the media center for the Midland Center for the Arts. A vibrant hub of stories, photos and content that illustrate the exciting activities and people that bring the arts, sciences and humanities to life in the Great Lakes Bay Region.

To learn more about the Center, arrange a media interview or obtain event specific imagery, please contact Alex Woody, Marketing Coordinator at woody@midlandcenter.org.

Stories at the Center

Come along and explore what happens when creativity, innovation and art come together to create memorable experiences; the stories of artists, scientists and modern pioneers at the Center. In the Stories at the Center, we will showcase the people and programs that make the Center a hub for exploration!

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Full Circle Podcast

Tune in to the Center Podcast for stories, commentary and information on the exciting activities bustling through the spaces at our facilities!

Press Room

Stay on top of all the exclusive updates and newsworthy stories from the Center.

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Recent Stories

Musical Based on New York Times Best-Selling Books Comes to Midland Center for the Arts
Hop on board for an unforgettable ride with the Kennedy Center-commissioned musical, DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! (THE MUSICAL!), from Kennedy Center Education Artist-in-Residence, Emmy Award®–winning writer, and New York Times best-selling author and illustrator Mo Willems, at Midland Center for the Arts, March 20.
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Stories at the Center, Press Releases, Kids & Family

Five-Time GRAMMY® Nominee, Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band, Brings Unique Blend of Blues Rock to Midland Center for the Arts
Known as a guitar hero for creating a unique sound that blends the blues and rock music genres, Kenny Wayne Shepherd is an award-winning artist with an upcoming performance at Midland Center for the Arts, April 26 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are now on sale at midlandcenter.org or by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250.
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Stories at the Center, Press Releases, Concerts & Comedy

Midland Center for the Arts Announces 2021/22 50th Anniversary Celebration Season with the Return of Broadway & Performing Artists
When the lights go down and the curtain goes up at Midland Center for the Arts this season, the Center will celebrate its 50th Anniversary Season. The season brings an exciting array of opportunities that are certain to dazzle, entertain and transport audiences to new places – and they’ve saved a seat for you with one of their six subscription series – now on sale.
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Stories at the Center, Press Releases, Broadway & Beyond, Concerts & Comedy, Kids & Family, Center Stage Theatre, Midland Symphony Orchestra, Windows on the World

Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Comes to Midland Center for the Arts
“Won’t you ride along with me?” Daniel Tiger and all his friends from the beloved Emmy Award-winning PBS KIDS television series are hopping back aboard Trolley for DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD LIVE! coming to Midland Center for the Arts on Tuesday, May 24 at 6:30 pm.
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Stories at the Center, Press Releases, Kids & Family, Concerts & Comedy

Beloved Kids Yoga Educator and Musician Bari Koral Brings YOGAPALOOZA to Midland Center’s Outdoor Stage
When it comes to battling stress and anxiety, Bari Koral has discovered powerful tools through yoga and mindfulness to teach families all around the globe. A beloved children’s recording artist and internationally recognized kids yogi, Bari Koral teaches tens of thousands of parents, children and teachers each and every day through her music – and she is bringing an interactive concert to the outdoor stage at Midland Center for the Arts on June 11.
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Stories at the Center, Press Releases, Kids & Family, Education

A New Musical Based on the Oscar-Winning Film, An Officer and a Gentleman, Makes Stop at Midland Center for the Arts
A new musical based on the Oscar-winning film and original screenplay, An Officer and a Gentleman, is making its way around the country with two upcoming performances at Midland Center for the Arts, January 25-26 as part of the Huntington Bank Broadway & Beyond Series.
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Stories at the Center, Press Releases, Broadway & Beyond, Kids & Family

A Magical Cirque Christmas Brings Jaw-Dropping Magic, Big Laughs, Holiday Music and Stunning Circus Performances to Midland Center for the Arts
Despite a pandemic and world stress, we need a little Christmas right this very minute. On December 7, A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS comes to Midland Center for the Arts for a comedic, musical, and magic-filled time travel journey of the holidays through the years that is both a perfect date night and a family fun outing.
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Stories at the Center, Press Releases, Kids & Family, Broadway & Beyond

Summer Series of Live Music, Theatre and More Announced for the New Front Porch at Midland Center for the Arts
Continuing to fulfill their mission in the Summer of 2021 in creative ways, Midland Center for the Arts is excited to bring back even more live music, shows and entertainment as part of a new summer series.
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Stories at the Center, Press Releases, Center Stage Theatre, Concerts & Comedy, Kids & Family

Midland Center Launches Streaming Platform for LIVE Virtual Events
As restaurants, gyms and other public facilities begin to open, our theaters that are often so vibrant, remain dark. Life as we know it is returning to a new normal – mask in tow of course – and yet large gathering of patrons who enjoy live entertainment remain at home.
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Stories at the Center, Press Releases

Midland Center Inspires Community Conversations Around Racial Injustice
In the middle of an international Pandemic, our country was shaken by another crisis – the racial injustice that exists in our communities, spurred by the tragic murder of George Floyd. While this event sparked a resurgence of the international movement #BlackLivesMatter, Midland Center for the Arts renewed its commitment to address societal issues through the arts and humanities this past summer.
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Stories at the Center, Press Releases, Education, MATRIX:MIDLAND