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Meadow Brook Theatre celebrates the season with 43 years of ‘A Christmas Carol’

Running Nov. 21 through Dec. 24, 2025, on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester, Mich. One of southeast Michigan’s favorite holiday traditions returns for its 43rd year when Ebenezer, Tiny Tim, and a handful of ghosts raise your spirits in A Christmas Carol at Meadow Brook Theatre (MBT) this November and December. Phil Powers as … [Read More...]

The Rochester Symphony Guild Invites you to the Magic of ‘Merry and Bright,’ A Holiday Luncheon Event

Experience the joy of the season at the Rochester Symphony Guild’s Annual Holiday Luncheon, set in the elegant Great Oaks Country Club at 777 Great Oaks Boulevard, Rochester, Michigan. This delightful event will take place on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. and promises to be a memorable celebration filled with warmth and cheer. This … [Read More...]

The Rochester Symphony Orchestra Proudly Presents “Light” – A World of Holiday Music Awaits You

We cordially invite you to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of holiday music at the Rochester Symphony Orchestra’s (RSO) festive concert, “Light,” on Friday, December 12, 2025, at 8 p.m..   Join us for an evening of joy and celebration at the beautifully adorned St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, located at 620 Romeo Road in Rochester, … [Read More...]

REVIEW: Avon Players’ ‘The Diary of Anne Frank’ Gives Voice to the Human Spirit

You know her name, now see her story brought to life as Avon Players Theatre presents the emotional narrative of The Diary of Anne Frank, running until November 22, 2025, in Rochester Hills, MI Imagine eight people living in approximately 500 sq. feet for two years. Or having to be silent for 10 hours a day and eating the same meal for … [Read More...]

Dear Crabby, How did you get started writing advice?

Dear Crabby, I stumbled into your column recently (purely by accident, I swear) and then went back to read some of your older stuff. I’ve got to say—I’m impressed! You’re witty, wise, and just the right amount of cranky. How did you get started writing advice, and where on earth do you get all that wisdom you dish out? Sincerely, Kiss … [Read More...]

Exquisite Experience Awaits at the Downtown Rochester Holiday Expo

Get a jump on holiday shopping at the Downtown Rochester Holiday Expo on Monday, November 10, 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Royal Park Hotel. Over 60 businesses will be showcasing their products and services, just in time for the holidays. Attendees are encouraged to shop, discover holiday ideas and inspirations, and explore all that the businesses … [Read More...]

REVIEW: Get Caught Up in the Delicious Deception of Meadow Brook Theatre’s Clever Mystery ‘Catch Me If You Can’

Meadow Brook Theatre (MBT) opens its 59th season with the thriller, Catch Me If You Can, running through November 2, 2025, on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. While the title will sound familiar to many, I want to clarify that this play is not based on the 2002 film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks. Nor is it … [Read More...]

Witness History with Avon Players’ ‘The Diary of Anne Frank’

Play shines a light on a chapter of world history that must not be forgotten One girl’s true account of growing up in extraordinary circumstances makes for a harrowing and hopeful play as Avon Players Theatre presents The Diary of Anne Frank, running November 7-22, 2025, in Rochester Hills, Michigan. The Diary of Anne Frank is one … [Read More...]

Dave Bennett is coming to The Rochester Symphony Guild’s Taste and Tunes

The Rochester Symphony Guild invites you to an extraordinary evening of fine dining and music as we welcome back the incomparable Michigan-based jazz clarinetist, Dave Bennett, and the Dave Bennett Quartet. Join us for this special evening of Taste & Tunes 2025, at Great Oaks Country Club in Rochester, Michigan, on Saturday, November 8, … [Read More...]

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