Community Calendar

Experience the world’s most in-demand ballet, Swan Lake, presented by Classical Arts Entertainment and performed by International Ballet Stars. This full-scale production features Tchaikovsky’s legendary score and brings to life the masterpiece choreography by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov.

Be spellbound by the iconic variation of the Little Swans, Odile’s 32 fouettés, and the elegant, precise movement of world-class ballet artists. With over 200 custom scenery pieces adding grandeur and beauty, this production is a spectacular visual treat. Featuring a brilliant cast of dancers from Italy, Spain, France, Georgia, Great Britain, Ukraine, Japan, Moldova, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan, this tour celebrates the diversity and global excellence of classical ballet.

The show is family-friendly and suitable for ages 3 and up.

Stuck Elevator
February 20 & 21, 2026
7:30 PM
Betty Van Andel Opera Center

Opera Grand Rapids proudly presents the Michigan premiere of Stuck Elevator, a groundbreaking chamber opera by composer Byron Au Yong and librettist Aaron Jafferis. Inspired by the true story of an undocumented Chinese immigrant trapped in a Bronx elevator for 81 hours, this genre-defying work fuses opera, hip-hop, and spoken word to illuminate the unseen struggles of immigrant life in urban America. This landmark production features an all native Chinese-speaking cast and the first all-Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) creative team to stage the opera, under the visionary direction of Mo Zhou, marking a significant milestone in the work’s performance history.

Stuck Elevator
February 20 & 21, 2026
7:30 PM
Betty Van Andel Opera Center

Opera Grand Rapids proudly presents the Michigan premiere of Stuck Elevator, a groundbreaking chamber opera by composer Byron Au Yong and librettist Aaron Jafferis. Inspired by the true story of an undocumented Chinese immigrant trapped in a Bronx elevator for 81 hours, this genre-defying work fuses opera, hip-hop, and spoken word to illuminate the unseen struggles of immigrant life in urban America. This landmark production features an all native Chinese-speaking cast and the first all-Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) creative team to stage the opera, under the visionary direction of Mo Zhou, marking a significant milestone in the work’s performance history.

The Simon & Garfunkel Story will come to DeVos Performance Hall on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 7:30PM.

Using huge projection photos and original film footage, featuring a full live band performing all the hits including ‘Mrs. Robinson’, ‘Cecilia’, ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’, ‘Homeward Bound’ and many more.

The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible success as one of the best-selling music groups of the ‘60’s to their dramatic split in 1970. It culminates with the famous “The Concert in Central Park” reunion in 1981 with more than half a million fans in attendance.

With more than 100 million album sales since 1965, Simon & Garfunkel’s perfect harmonies and songs that poignantly captured the times made them one of the most successful folk-rock duos of all time. Over the years, they 10 Grammy Awards and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. In 1977, their “Bridge Over Troubled Water” album was nominated at the Brit Awards for Best International Album. In 2003, Simon and Garfunkel were awarded a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and the following year saw their “The Sound of Silence” awarded a Grammy Hall of Fame Award.

Tickets on sale Friday, September 26th at 10:00AM. *Please note the box office will not be open for this on sale.

A concert of diva showstoppers from Oz! Join Alli Mauzey and Alyssa Fox of WICKED fame (Broadway and national touring productions) for a night of gravity-defying performances. GOOD WITCH/BAD WITCH has been thrilling audiences coast to coast with their stunning vocals and playful banter!

An ensemble of stellar vocalists and instrumentalists comes together to share the iconic music of Rent like never before. This symphonic take on the Jonathon Larson’s beloved musical includes the full score of the show, including favorites like “Seasons of Love,” “La Vie Bohème,” and “Take Me or Leave Me”.

About Rent:
Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice, and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent has become a pop cultural phenomenon with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages.

An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA—The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters.

One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows were seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history.

"PREPARE TO BE ECSTATICALLY BLOWN AWAY!" - The Daily Beast

TINA—The Tina Turner Musical will have an ASL interpreted performance on Wednesday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m. Please call (269) 387-2300 or stop at the box office Monday through Friday, Noon to 6 p.m., to ensure you are correctly seated.

Join the Forest Hills Adult Community Band for their annual winter concert!
Wine will NOT be served, but come and enjoy a taste of current musical compositions contrasted with finely-aged works from 50 years ago, with subtle notes of the musical variety!
Auditorium doors open at 2:10
Come early for a pre-concert talk with director John Martin at 2:15

Join us for the first Grand Rapids Record & CD Show of 2026 on Saturday, March 21 from 9 am - 4 pm at the American Legion Post 179, 2327 Wilson Ave SW, Grand Rapids 49534!!

Explore 50 tables with thousands of items including the very best in pre-loved and new Vinyl Albums, 45's, CD's, cassettes, T-Shirts, posters and music memorabilia.

Expect to find a huge selection of classic rock, pop, metal, soul, jazz, country, punk, soundtracks and more in every price range from bargain bin to rare collectable gems. If you have a passion for music, come spend the day with like minded people and shop for your musical treasure!

$25 Shopping Spree Drawings at 11 & 2

FREE Admission

More information: https://grandrapidsrecordcdshow.com/ or call Doug 616-802-0076.

Third Day brings their 30th Anniversary Tour playing all the hits to Van Andel Arena on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 7:00PM.

With very special guest Zach Williams.

Experience the iconic band that shaped Christian music — Third Day — as they reunite for their 30th Anniversary Tour. For the first time in over a decade, original members Mac Powell, Mark Lee, David Carr, and Tai Anderson will hit the stage together for a limited number of live shows across the U.S. Celebrating three decades of unforgettable hits, this once-in-a-lifetime tour will feature the band’s classic songs, pulling from their legendary catalog of chart-topping singles. Special guest Zach Williams will join the tour, adding his soulful hits to the night.

Tickets on sale Friday, June 27th at 10:00AM. *Please note the box office will not be open for this on sale.

Ticket prices are subject to change. For current ticket prices visit Ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices may vary, as market pricing applies to all tickets. Prices may fluctuate based on supply and demand. Tickets may be purchased at the box office or on-line at Ticketmaster.com.