Compete Listing of Events

October 2009 [ Top ]

"Sentimental Journey: The Songs of WWII"October 29, 2009

A nostalgic journey back to the time of World War II when radio was essential, romance was challenged, and music sustained us. The music of 1940s will fill the DownStage Banquet Room this Thursday night at 8 PM when Randy Lake, Tim Lake, Linda Pierce and Sue Stulberg take the stage. Also performing is Alan Stulberg on piano. Announcer for the evening is Don Pierce.

Halloween Party for Kids - FREE EVENTOct 30, 2009

OCTOBER 30, 2009 - 6 to 8 PM Our first
"FRANKE-IN-STEIN HALLOWEEN PARTY" for Kids

November 2009 [ Top ]

A tribute to Abbey Road, Yellow Submarine and the Beatles. Thanksgiving Weekend, November 28th

The Franke Center presents: A Tribute to Abbey Road, Yellow Submarine and the Beatles. Rocking the music of the beatles are Rene Meave, Kjell Croce, Julie Mackie, Greg Brayton and Jim Oliver. Plenty of tickets available. Bring the whole family. Kids 12 years and under FREE!

December 2009 [ Top ]

The Singing Chef January 14, 2010

Fine, authentically cooked Italian food is a delicious treat, but to have a celebrity-singing chef prepare delicious appetizers for you is pure heaven.

February 2010 [ Top ]

Annie Jr. - Elementary YouthFebruary 19, 20, 21

Due to the popularity of Annie Jr. the show has been extended for an extra performance on Sunday, February 21st at 6 p.m. Tickets available for purchase by calling the box office at 781-0001. They are $8 for adults and $4 for students. Tickets sold-out fast as soon as they were available for purchase almost two months ago. Most people credit this to the new marquee located on the west side of the Franke Center. The Franke Center added the extra performance when they found out that some of the parents and relatives had not had the time, due to very busy schedules, to call the box office for their ticket reservations. We also had many community patrons calling for reservations. The production staff is very excited about this performance as more than 50 students take the stage this weekend.

Sharrie Williams Blues BandFebruary 20, 2010

Mrs. Sharrie Williams Is the Voice! A galactic vocal force to be reckoned with, a ragging flame of fire that has been sprayed with gasoline, she has a message burning within her soul. Sharrie has a powerful voice, with a range that can reach and rattle the castle tower one minute, while soothing the soul of a crying child the next, she possess an unaffected nature, which gives her grace and a sensibility that pays homage to the great female artist of rock and blues without ever being imitative, in short, Sharrie Williams is the real deal, a true original. She brings you in, by singing her insides out, hearing her is a pure delight, but seeing her perform will make you a believer. Williams has a warm and radiant stage presence, that takes hold of you and capture your imagination and captivate your senses, the sound of her voice is compelling, it promises redemption. With every note She makes you cry, laugh and dance, she can even wake up the dead, I guess one would call her the voice of an emotional cocktail.

Oh What A Night!March 27, 2010

Coming together for one night of a cappella are the University of Illinois, Michigan State University, University of Michigan, and Marshall High School Singers including their very own all-male group, Worth Noting.

April 2010 [ Top ]

Steve Gagnon, Edye Evans Hyde and The Kalamazoo Big BandApril 24

Swingin' and Singin' the night away with Southwest Michigan's greatest swing band. Join us as Steve Gagnon and Edye Evans Hyde take the stage with The Kalamazoo Big Band. Come early for our social hour at 7 PM. Wine, beer, soft drinks and refreshments available.

"Love Changes Everything" HAS BEEN CANCELLEDApril 29th

CANCELLED Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Cabaret show scheduled for April 29th has been cancelled. We will re-schedule this event next season. Cabaret Night: "Love Changes Everything" Songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber

May 2010 [ Top ]

FREE summer performancesAugust 14, 2010

Dramatic Action and Franke Center for the Arts present the final show for the FREE Staged readings this summer in the DownStage Banquet Room. Bring your friends and family and enjoy this performance. Light refreshments available. LIGHT UP THE SKY (by Moss Hart)