Avon Players opens its 80th season with the emotional musical, Come From Away, inspired by true events surrounding 9/11, running now through September 26, 2026, in Rochester Hills, Mich. With book, music, and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, Come From Away features a high-energy folk score and a lot of heart. In my opinion, it is one of the most poignant plays ever penned. Canadians are widely known for their friendliness. On September 11, 2001, that hospitality was put to the … [Read more...]
REVIEW: Avon Players’ ‘Come From Away’ is a Rousing Celebration of the Human Spirit
September 13, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Commemorate the Amazing True Story of ‘Come From Away’ at Avon Players
August 22, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Inspiring musical celebrates generosity and charity in the face of tragedy Avon Players’ 80th season opens with Come From Away, a powerful musical inspired by true events, running September 11-26, 2026, in Rochester Hills, Mich. What began as an average Tuesday in a small town turned into an unexpected international sleepover when 38 planes carrying thousands of people from around the globe were diverted to the airport in the remote community of Gander, Newfoundland, on September 11, … [Read more...]
Discover Newfound Friends at Meadow Brook Theatre
March 9, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Special One-Night Fundraising Event Brings Real-Life Heroes from Gander to Meadow Brook Theatre In conjunction with the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, and Meadow Brook Theatre’s production of Come From Away, Meadow Brook Theatre will host a powerful, one-night-only fundraising event on March 23 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There will be a moderated panel hosted by Artistic Director, Travis Walter, featuring four special guests from Newfoundland whose … [Read more...]
Meadow Brook Theatre Announces 59th Season
March 22, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Meadow Brook Theatre's 2025-2026 season has something for everyone. With a mystery, a comedy, true life stories, and Rock 'n Roll. This season is filled with fun, laughter, and tunes to make you tap your toes. "We are excited to be announcing our 59th season; our staff and guest artists are looking forward to bringing this season to life!" said Cheryl Marshall, MBT Managing Director. "We've got a wonderfully entertaining lineup, and our fundraising event this summer will be one to … [Read more...]
REVIEW: Have You Heard? ‘The Angel Next Door’ at Meadow Brook Theatre is Comedy Gold
February 16, 2025 by Leave a Comment
The Angel Next Door is a love letter to the theatre where lovers are reunited, misunderstandings are untangled, and a happy ending is (mostly) guaranteed. Now at Meadow Brook Theatre (MBT) on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan through March 9, 2025 Written by Paul Slade Smith, The Angel Next Door is adapted from Ferenc Molnar’s three-act farce, The Play at the Castle (1924) and MBT is one of the first theatres to produce Smith’s version of the show. All the … [Read more...]
