Featured Series
By The People, For The People
In the 1990s, neighbors saved Wealthy Theatre from demolition, giving new life to the Wealthy Theatre District.
CMC evolved this historic landmark into one of the most technologically advanced performing arts centers of its kind. A "community use" venue, Wealthy Theatre is content neutral, helping bring a wide diversity of concerts, culture and conversations to our stages and studios.
See what's going on by visiting the event calendar or check the Featured Events section, below.
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Nights-Nobody's Darlin'
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Night concerts bring in a variety of singer/songwriters that span genres from blues to country to world music to folk.
NOVEMBER 22 CONCERT FEATURES NOBODY'S DARLIN'
Five Woman String Band
For celestial women's harmonies, inventive arrangements, humor, hot picking and a deep, abiding love of traditional string band music, no body matches Grand Rapid's own Nobody's Darlin'. Those of us who heard them at the May fund raising concert want to hear them again and the rest of you are... (read more)
| Where: | The Koning Micro-Cinema, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | This coming Saturday, November 22, at 8pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | AVAILABLE DAY OF CONCERT, AT DOOR!! $9 GRFAS members; $12 General Public; $10 seniors/students (2 students for $10 with ID) $3 12 and under | |
Sounds of the Motor City Live at Wealthy Theatre
After playing to a sold-out crowd at Project Rehab's 40th Anniversary Motown Revue in October, Mona Sallie and the Sounds of the Motor City return for a one night concert and fund raiser! Don't miss Mona's amazing vocals!
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| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | This coming Saturday, November 22, at 9pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | $20 dollars in advance $25 dollars at the door, 10% of the proceeds will go to the fundraiser | |
Future Kulture
Youth aged 12-25 are trained and producing short films, a television talk show, and digital stories.
| Where: | Back Studio (WT Annex), 1110 Wealthy St SE | |
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| Doors Open: | Doors open 15 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | CMC membership required. | |
Meanwhile Movies: Pee-wee's Big Adventure
You will believe a man can ride a bike.
The Meanwhile Bar and Wealthy Theatre present Paul Ruebens directed by Tim Burton in Pee-wee's Big Adventure!
The cartoonish and childish character Pee Wee Herman goes on a big adventure for the first time ever when his beloved shiny new bicycle is stolen by his nemesis Francis Buxton, a fellow man-child and neighborhood rich "kid." And he sets off on an obsessive cross-country journey, determined to recover it. Pee-wee's awkward and childish attempts... (read more)
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | This coming Tuesday, November 25, at 8pm | |
| Admission: | $4 | |
Fourth Wednesdays @ Wealthy: 4WALL
www.wmfva.org
The 4th Wednesday in the ongoing "Wednesdays@Wealthy" series is sponsored by West Michigan Film Video Alliance, which presents 4WALL...
The WMFVA is providing the venue for filmmakers to Four Wall their work in an “open mic” night style format. Every Fourth Wednesday of the month all year long WMFVA members/independent filmmakers can screen their completed and works-in-progress for FREE at the Wealthy Theatre Koning Micro-Cinema. Constructive feedback from peers and public in attendance are offered to the filmmaker on request. Screening... (read more)
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| Where: | The Koning Micro-Cinema, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | $5, $3 for CMC members, Free for WMFVA members | |
The Red Device World Premiere
The world premiere of John Stephen Vesbit's first full-length film entitled THE RED DEVICE, and his short film SACRIFICE 2 THE STREETS starring West Michigan actors MIKE ROSE, ALICIA CLARK, LYLE HENNING, MATTHEW VALINSKI, AND MATTHEW BERRIOS.
FREE TO THE PUBLIC!! BRING FRIENDS AND BE PART OF THE WORLD PREMIERE!
| Where: | The Koning Micro-Cinema, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Friday, November 28, at 6pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | FREE TO THE PUBLIC | |
Thanksgiving Comedy Jam
Colbert / Ball Tax Service presents: THANKSGIVING COMEDY JAM LIVE @ WEALTHY THEATRE
Two shows featuring the following comedians! Goldie -- VH1 Flavor of Love
Shawn Morgan - DEF Comedy Jam and BET Comic View
Uncle Rail - DEF Comedy Jam, BET Comic View & PDiddy Bad Boys of Comedy
ILL WILL - BET Comic View & DEF Comedy Jam
Two showings: 8 pm (doors open at 7:30 pm)& 10 pm (doors open at 9:30 pm)
Tickets on Sale @ Wing Heaven, Wealthy Theatre, Venito's & Reflections
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | $20 in advance / $25 at door | |
New Talent Night
Pure Harmony Entertainment, L.L.C. presents an evening of entertainment for the whole family!!
The NEW TALENT NIGHT is a family-oriented talent show that will be judged by professional local judges with audience input! A cross between Amateur Night at the Apollo and American Idol!!! A prize will be awarded to the winner with a chance to defend their win if the show is presented again. There will be a raffle held during this event, as well as promotional items handed... (read more)
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | $8.00 | |
Jack and the Beanstalk
This musical comedy in the style of an English melodrama is an engaging version of the timeless tale of Jack that mixes music and make believe fun for all ages. This style of Christmas show has filled theatres throughout the UK for over one hundred years with its warmth and wit, and we are looking forward to bringing this tradition into Grand Rapids this year and for many more to come.
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| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | 1pm shows: $5 in advance and $6 on the door. 7pm shows: $10 in advance and $12 at the door Call 616.459.4788 x131 to reserve by phone with credit card | |
W@W: Common Lens - Independent America
The Common Lens Film Series returns with with the documentary Independent America. This screening is sponsored by Local First who will be hosting a discussion after the film.
Film synopsis
Independent America: The Two Lane Search for Mom & Pop follows Hanson Hosein (Emmy and Overseas Press Club winner, former NBC journalist) and his wife, Heather Hughes (NBC News) as they hit the road and travel 13 thousand miles through 32 states in search of Independent America. They do it all... (read more)
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| Where: | The Koning Micro-Cinema, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Wednesday, December 3, at 7pm | |
A Winter's Tune: NEW and Traditional Songs for the
Once again WYCE and Wealthy Theatre are proud to host A Winter's Tune, a concert of new and traditional songs for the winter holiday season.
This year's concert will have two new features. First, WYCE will add a silent auction, featuring items such as paintings from local artists, autographed CDs and merchandise from WYCE artists, musical instruments and more. Secondly, the original tunes composed by this year's performers will be "songs of comfort and joy". As A Winter's Tune creator J.... (read more)
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| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Sunday, December 7, at 2pm Buy Tickets | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | Show only: $10 advance/$12 day-of; Dinner & show package: $25 advance, $35 day-of | |
Meanwhile Movies: Labyrinth
David Bowie is the Goblin King! The Meanwhile Movie Series comes back from a one week break with the fantasy classic "Labyrinth". Directed by muppets creator Jim Henson and staring rock legend David Bowie sporting a really spectacular sci-fi mullet. If you liked last months screening of "The Dark Crystal", you'll Love "Labyrinth."
(Please note that admission for this film is $5 due to higher film rights acquisition costs than the other films in this series)
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Tuesday, December 9, at 8pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 45 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | $5 | |
WYCE at Wealthy Swing Night!
For WYCE's December Wednesdays at Wealthy series, we'll present two local bands putting a modern spin on classic swing styles.
We'll start off the evening with a live performance by Grand Rapids' own The Djangotones, a group of young gents who specialize in gypsy swing, following in the tradition of jazz guitar great Django Reinhardt.
Then, one of West Michigan's favorite jazz, swing and roots acts, Steppin' In It, will take the stage.
As Fred Kraus of Minor 7th magazine put it... (read more)
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Wednesday, December 10, at 6:30pm | |
| Admission: | $5 in advance (online or Wealthy Theatre box office), or $7 at the door | |
TOMS Shoes Style Your Sole
TOMS shoes is coming to Grand Rapids to spread the word about the One for One campaign. For each pair of shoes purchased TOMS gives a pair to a child in need. One for one. Just Lucky Creative Solutions is hosting this event in celebration of all people willing to make a difference. Music, food, TOMS, and Grand Rapids local vendors are coming out to celebrate with us.
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| Where: | The Koning Micro-Cinema, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Thursday, December 11, at 7pm | |
YT Galleria Fashion Show
Yours Truly Galleria, a charming gift shop filled with arts, crafts and eclectic gifts for friends and family - plus a few for you! For information:
Yours Truly Galleria 959 Cherry St Se Grand Rapids, MI 49506 (616) 451-8817
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Friday, December 12, at 6pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
Grand Rapids International Folk Dance Society
International Folk Dancing lets us all tour the world while still going home to sleep in our own beds. We make a point of doing dances from Europe, Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas--and will happily add dances from still more places if anyone shows up with the music and is prepared to teach. International Folk Dancers are the friendliest people on Earth. Beginners are warmly welcomed and carefully taught--after all, we were all beginners once.... (read more)
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| Where: | Front Studio (WT Annex), 1110 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Friday, December 12, at 7pm | |
| Admission: | $5/person, children under 16 free with paying adult. | |
It's A Wonderful life
The Wealthy Street Business Alliance (WSBA) and the People's Republic of Cherry Hill, have partnered with Community Media Center to present a free showing of Frank Capra's "It's A Wonderful Life," on December 13. Come enjoy what has become a tradition at Wealthy Theatre, and bring the whole family!
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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Talent Audition
AUDITIONS FOR NEW TALENT NIGHT (AMATEUR NIGHT AT THE APOLLO STYLE ENTERTAINMENT!!)
Do you sing? Rap? Dance? Play an instrument? Tell jokes? Here's your chance to shine! People of all ages are invited to audition for the upcoming New Talent Night show. Auditions will be held @ the WEALTHY THEATRE Annex (1110 Wealthy SE, 2 buildings down from the theatre -- look for the building with the orange mural on it). Bring music on a CD to audition with, along with... (read more)
| Where: | Front Studio (WT Annex), 1110 Wealthy St SE | |
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| Doors Open: | Doors open 15 minutes before curtain time. | |
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Nights - CAROL JOHNSON
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Night concerts bring in a variety of singer/songwriters that span genres from blues to country to world music to folk.
DECEMBER 13 CONCERT FEATURES CAROL JOHNSON!
For more than twenty years, Carol Johnson has delighted and uplifted audiences with her wit, her warmth, her compelling insights and her wonderfully crafted compositions. Her songs sparkle with energy; they encourage us to be good to each other, to ourselves, and to the earth. They celebrate life, and with a healthy bit... (read more)
| Where: | The Koning Micro-Cinema, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Saturday, December 13, at 8pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | AVAILABLE DAY OF CONCERT, AT DOOR!! $9 GRFAS members; $12 General Public; $10 seniors/students (2 students for $10 with ID) $3 12 and under | |
Meanwhile Movie: Being John Malkovich
Ever wanted to be someone else? Now you can.
The Meanwhile Bar and the Wealthy Theatre bring you "Being John Malkovich" staring John Cusack, Cameron Dian, and of course, John Malkovich. Nominated for three academy awards, Being John Malkovich is one of the most original, entertaining and bizarre films of the 90's.
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Tuesday, December 16, at 8pm | |
Wednesdays at Wealthy: FLOW
The third Wednesday of every month: FLOW: Spoken Word & Poetry, Open Mic. Part of W@W Wednesdays at Wealthy.
FLOW is an competitive event open to all poets. They will perform their work and be judged by members of the audience. Hosted by Slam Master Greg Bliss, experience the brightest and the best poets around in our new Micro Cinema.
| Where: | The Koning Micro-Cinema, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Nights
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Nights concerts brings in a variety of singer/songwriters that span genres from blues to country to world music to folk. These concerts begin at 8:00 pm and will be held in the main, Wege Auditorium at Wealthy Theatre, located at 1130 Wealthy SE. Free parking!
Saturday, December 20TH CONCERT FEATURES THE BLUE WATER RAMBLERS!
Christmas Special
The Blue Water Ramblers are excited to sing the songs of the season at the 24th annual GRFAS Christmas concert. From Frosty... (read more)
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Saturday, December 20, at 8pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | AVAILABLE DAY OF CONCERT, AT DOOR!! $9 GRFAS members; $12 General Public; $10 seniors/students (2 students for $10 with ID) $3 12 and under | |
Meanwhile Film Series: Legend
The Meanwhile Bar and Wealthy Theatre team up to present the classic fantasy film "Legend" directed by Ridley Scott.
Film Synopsis:
The Lord of Darkness wishes to kill the last unicorns so darkness falls on the world and he can come out from his cave where he is shielded from the lethal sunlight. But only someone as beautiful and pure as Princess Lily can atract the unicorns. Fallen into a trap, Lord Darkness prepares a wedding ceremony with Princess Lily... (read more)
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Tuesday, December 23, at 8pm | |
| Admission: | $4 | |
Meanwhile Movie: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
The Meanwhile Bar and Wealthy Theatre present Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is a 1998 film adaptation of Hunter S. Thompson's 1971 novel Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas: A Savage Journey to the Heart of the American Dream. The film, directed by Terry Gilliam, stars Johnny Depp as Raoul Duke and Benicio del Toro as Dr. Gonzo.
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Tuesday, December 30, at 8pm | |
| Admission: | $5 | |
GRCMC Digital Portable Certification Class
GRCMC Digital Portable Certification Class -- learn how to use our portable production equipment.
| Where: | Back Studio (WT Annex), 1110 Wealthy St SE | |
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| Admission: | $25 | |
Meanwhile Movie: Wild at Heart
The Meanwhile Bar and Wealthy Theatre present the David Lynch film "Wild at Heart."
| Where: | Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Tuesday, January 6, at 8pm | |
| Admission: | $4 | |
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Nights - OPEN MIC NIGHT!
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Night concerts bring in a variety of singer/songwriters that span genres from blues to country to world music to folk.
All concerts begin at 8:00 pm -- Free parking behind the theatre!
JANUARY 10TH CONCERT FEATURES OPEN MIC NIGHT!!
GRFAS Members Share Their Music
Dust off that old guitar, tune up your banjo and get those pipes in full voice. Bill G. will MC an evening of our folk society’s best kept secrets! Bring your best two songs and... (read more)
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| Where: | The Koning Micro-Cinema, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Saturday, January 10, at 8pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | $5 | |
FinalCut Pro Editing
GRCMC Learn how to edit video with FinalCut Pro.
| Where: | CMC Wealthy Computer Lab, 1110 Wealthy St SE | |
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GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Nights-Tom & Chris Kastle
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Night concerts bring in a variety of singer/songwriters that span genres from blues to country to world music to folk.
All concerts begin at 8:00 pm -- Free parking behind the theatre!
JANUARY 17TH, 2009 CONCERT FEATURES TOM AND CHRIS KASTLE!
Songs from Sailing
Tom and Chris Kastle are merchant-adventurers, who regularly sail out, by ship as well as by van, on voyages of trade and discovery. Their eyes and their ears are keen and discerning, and it must... (read more)
| Where: | The Koning Micro-Cinema, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Saturday, January 17, at 8pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | AVAILABLE DAY OF CONCERT, AT DOOR!! $9 GRFAS members; $12 General Public; $10 seniors/students (2 students for $10 with ID) $3 12 and under | |
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Nights-DAVID MOSHER
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Night concerts bring in a variety of singer/songwriters that span genres from blues to country to world music to folk.
All concerts begin at 8:00 pm -- Free parking behind the theatre!
JANUARY 24 CONCERT FEATURES DAVID MOSHER
Guitar, Fiddle and Mandolin Virtuoso
And he sings like an angel! David writes very singable songs on any topic he chooses and supports his musical musings and stories with flawless playing on his instruments. This is a performer who does everything... (read more)
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| Where: | The Koning Micro-Cinema, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Saturday, January 24, at 8pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | AVAILABLE DAY OF CONCERT, AT DOOR!! $9 GRFAS members; $12 General Public; $10 seniors/students (2 students for $10 with ID) $3 12 and under | |
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Nights-GR Songwriters
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Night concerts bring in a variety of singer/songwriters that span genres from blues to country to world music to folk.
All concerts begin at 8:00 pm -- Free parking behind the theatre! JANUARY 31ST FEATURES GRAND RAPIDS SONGWRITERS ALLIANCE!!
Four members of this West Michigan cadre perform in a Writer’s Round format. Expect an eclectic blend of original modern folk, country, jazz, blues and rock penned by these local word and songsmiths. They’ll accompany each other in a... (read more)
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| Where: | The Koning Micro-Cinema, 1130 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Saturday, January 31, at 8pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | AVAILABLE DAY OF CONCERT, AT DOOR!! $9 GRFAS members; $12 General Public; $10 seniors/students (2 students for $10 with ID) $3 12 and under | |
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Nights-Lou&Peter Barryman
GRFAS Acoustic Saturday Night concerts brings in a variety of singer/songwriters that span genres from blues to country to world music to folk.
FEBRUARY 14TH CONCERT FEATURES LOU AND PETER BERRYMAN!
Love with Humor
Lou and Peter Berryman's off-kilter harmonies backed by accordian and guitar deliver some of the best lyric zingers you never expected about love. If you love to laugh or laugh at love or love someone who does, you'll get the sweetest Valentine treat imaginable.
On the web: http://cdbaby.com/cd/berryman2
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| Where: | Front Studio (WT Annex), 1110 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Saturday, February 14, at 8pm | |
| Doors Open: | Doors open 30 minutes before curtain time. | |
| Admission: | Tickets: GRFAS Members: $9 / Non-members: $12 / Students & Seniors: $10 / 12 & under: $3 | |
Inspire!
Inspire! is an acting class for elementary school kids which would empower children to express themselves through acting and foster leadership and problem solving skills.
| Where: | Back Studio (WT Annex), 1110 Wealthy St SE | |
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| When: | Tuesday, February 17, at 6:30pm | |