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Actors and Playwrights Initiatives Theatre
Experimental theater performances at the Epic Center in downtown Kalamazoo.
Alchemist Sculpture Foundry
Fine art bronze casting foundry. Sculpture, mold making, ceramic shell.
Arts Council Gallery/Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo
Founded in 1966, the Arts Council exists to support, promote and fund the arts in Kalamazoo County. Our members include arts organizations, individual artists and arts lovers. We accomplish our mission through a variety of programs.
Ballet Arts - School of Dance
BALLET ARTS BELIEVES that Dance is a special aid in developing the mind, body and emotions. It is an educational process, a physical activity, and at its height, an art. Classical Ballet forms the base from which the total dancer is created. Our goal is to help children find their own creative abilities while gaining these basic techniques.
Barbershop Harmony Society
Formed as a national society in 1938 and as Kalamazoo chapter in 1941, we seek to perpetuate this American art form of four-part a cappella singing in barbershop harmony. We encourage vocal harmony and good fellowship among our members and music appreciation of barbershop quartet and chorus singing in our communities.
Barking Dog Piano Studio
Kalamazoo Pianist Jennifer Phenicie, Owner/Instructor for Barking Dog Piano Studio, Pianist/Vocalist for Weddings, Funerals, Parties, etc.
Barn Theatre
We are Michigan's oldest professional Equity summer stock theatre company. And, we may also be one of the oldest theatres of this type in the nation. Located on a picturesque rolling hillside on M-96 one mile west of the village of Augusta, The Barn Theatre has been in continuous operation for 52 years under the guidance and direction of its founder, producer/director Jack Ragotzy.
Blue Heaven
Blue Heaven is a regional Christian Gospel Blues group performing original Blues that will energize your soul. Our first CD is titled "Blues No More". Blue Heaven is a must see act, with smoking-hot blues and a powerful message of hope for the lost.
Broadway Revisited
Words and music of the American theater, from Kern to Sondheim. Some weekly hours revisit a single show; others present variations on themes or review the work of a particular composer. Art Hilgart introduces interpretations by original casts and others, old favorites and the unexpected.
Carver Center
A smaller, alternative performing space for shows by the civic Arena Theatre, Civic Black Theatre and Kalamazoo Civic Youth Theatre groups.
Cathedral of Christ the King
Ground was broken for the Cathedral of Christ the King in 1967. The Cathedral houses a 49-rank Aeolian/Skinner pipe organ (this is the second to last organ built by the Skinner Company). The many towers form a crown and the Bell Tower houses a 47-bell carillon.
Celery Flats Interpretive Center
Tours, museums, and artifacts depict the region's celery farming heritage at this center. In addition, the center features an 1856, one-room schoolhouse, a 1931 grain elevator, playground facilities, a picnic area, biking and walking trails, the Hayloft Theatre, and summer festivals such as Family Festival, New Orleans Festival, and Michigan Shakespeare Festival.
Center Stage Theatre
Bringing to the stage a world alove in color and sound, this community theater strives to present a variety of events geared toward family entertainment.
Chenery Auditorium
The auditorium, seating 1900 patrons comfortably, is busy over 200 days a year bringing the finest in family entertainment to the Kalamazoo community.
The Civic
The Civic has provided Southwest Michigan with quality entertainment for over 70 years. We invite you to join us as a patron, a volunteer, or as a contributor, as we continue to present award-winning productions.
Clash's K-Zoo Party Crew
Welcome to party paradise for children of all ages! Jest party with us and feel great knowing you hired the best entertainment around for your guests! Professional, Amazing face painting, Kid friendly clowns, Balloons, Games and much more! Enjoy Clash's Site!
Club Soda
The Club Soda opened with the goal in mind to host some of the nation's most popular acts, while highlighting local talent. It didn't take long for 'The Club' to become one of the midwest's hottest night spots, and making a name by featuring some of the greatest musicians of our time.
Center Stage Theatre
Bringing to the stage a world alove in color and sound, this community theater strives to present a variety of events geared toward family entertainment.
Crawlspace Eviction
Known by many names: Impro, Improv, Comedy Improv, Improv Comedy. No matter what you call it though, it comes down to this: theatre that is created instantly, without the use of a script, by actors working within a given set of guidelines. You are invited to experience the thrill of Improv with Crawlspace Eviction.
Donald E. Overlander Bandshell
Top national acts have performed for blanket-and-picnic crowds in front of the geometric bandshell behind the Portage fire and police headquarters on South Westnedge Avenue at Shaver Road.
Fontana Chamber Arts
Fontana Chamber Arts seeks to enrich the human spirit by supporting the creation and performance of high quality chamber music and visual arts within the diverse communities we serve.
The Gilmore
The Gilmore is an organization that fosters and supports a passion for keyboard music and artistry. Through a world-class festival, noncompetitive artist awards, year-round education programs, special performances and commissioning new music, The Gilmore makes great music a treasure for everyone to share.
Gilmore Car Museum
The Gilmore Car Museum welcomes you to enjoy a unique experience among automobile museums in the United States. We hope the information that follows will illustrate the scope of the vehicles, automobilia, antique buildings and pristine rural countryside that await the visitor to this special museum.
Hayloft Theatre
The Hayloft Theatre is a unique an intimate performance space with an equally unique history.
Historic Districts
In formation on various areas of Kalamazoo such as Bronson Park, Stuart Avenue and South Westnedge Neighborhoods.
Island Fest
The home of Island Festival. Kalamazoo's fastest growing summer celebration.
John E. Gray Memorial Museum
Housed in Alamo Township's oldest building, this museum is filled with antiques and memorabilia, including old farm machinery, old tools, an antique kitchen, and special changing exhibits.
Kalamazoo Air Zoo
Relive the excitement of a simpler time when dashing young men and their flying machines took to the skies. Climb into authentic aircraft procedures
trainers and imagine the thrill of flying amongst the clouds. Take a simulated flight in a Corsair and hang onto your seat as you loop and roll over the
landscape. Over 70 beautifully restored vintage aircraft on display.
Kalamazoo Bach Festival
The Kalamazoo Bach Festival was founded in 1947 by Dr. Henry Overley, Professor of Music at Kalamazoo College. One of
the oldest arts organizations in the area, the Bach Festival has consistently delivered high quality music to the Southwest Michigan
area.
Kalamazoo Ballet Company
The Kalamazoo Ballet Company, founded in 1969, is an honorary and charter member of the Mid-States Regional Dance
America Association.
Kalamazoo Children's Chorus
The Kalamazoo Children's Chorus has been providing outstanding choral experiences for area choristers for twenty years. Three major concerts a year plus performances with the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra and other local musical institutions have demonstrated the ability and musicianship of these talented youngsters. For audition information and concert schedule please visit our website.
Kalamazoo Concert Band
The The Kalamazoo Concert Band invites you to join us for our new exciting season, featuring music concerts in Kalamazoo, Michigan the whole family will enjoy! All regular season performances will be held at WMU Miller Auditorium at 8:00 P.M. and are free admission.
Kalamazoo County Fair
A variety of activities, including auto shows, dog shows, gem shows, and county fair events, are held here.
Kalamazoo Dance
Kalamazoo Dance (USABDA) is a community ballroom dance for couples, singles, college students and dancers of all skill levels. A lesson is provided.
Kalamazoo Film Society
The finest alternative film-going experience in Southwestern Michigan featuring the newest independent, foreign and alternative films from around the world at rock-bottom admission prices.
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
There are more than 3,000 prints, photographs, paintings, sculptures and ceramic pieces in the KIA's permanent collection, with emphasis on 20th Century American art and German expressionistic art. Among the artists represented: Rembrandt Van Rijn, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Andrew Wyeth and Alexander Calder. Admission is free; donations requested.
Kalamazoo Living History Show
Largest, nationally recognized, juried living history show in the Midwest devoted to pre-1890 original or reproduction living history supplies, accouterments and related crafts. More than 10,000 historical re-enactors from pre-Revolutionary through the Civil War, history buffs, collectors, and the general public from 18 states and Canada come together for a festive weekend to buy, sell and trade. The event attracts over 270 of the finest craftsman and dealers of living history supplies and related crafts from throughout the United States.
Kalamazoo Nature Center
The Kalamazoo Nature Center is recognized as one of the nation's best nature centers. Since 1960, the Kalamazoo Nature Center has been inspiring people to care about the environment by providing experiences that lead them to understand their connection to the natural world. The Nature Center reaches nearly 250,000 people each year through extensive programs in education, research, and conservation.
Kalamazoo Pipe Band
The Kalamazoo Pipe Band is a non-profit Scottish Bagpipe and Drum band with a teaching program through the Portage Community Education Center. We share our love of the music through teaching and performance and have been part of the area's cultural diversity since 1963. Our website provides more information about getting involved with the band or learning to play.
The Kalamazoo-Pushkin Partnership Annual Russian Festival
City of Pushkin is the twin city of Kalamazoo.
The Kalamazoo Scottish Festival
Scots like to get together for informal "happenings" - enjoyable evenings of story-telling, singing, piping, and dancing. This year we will have a live band and will teach some country dance steps. Join us!!
Kalamazoo Singers
The Kalamazoo Singers is a choral ensemble of approximately forty voices under the direction of Thomas R. Kasdorf. All members are admitted by audition and include some of the area's finest singers.
Kalamazoo Speedway
Now under the ownership of the Howe Family, the 2001 season will begin with the annual "Sneak Preview" car show to be held at Wings Stadium March 23-25. The season will open with a pair of practices on Saturday, March 31 and Saturday, April 7.
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra
For more than 78 years, the musicians of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra have brought the highest level of artistic excellence to our community. Your Orchestra has evolved into a unique and integral component of Kalamazoo's cultural life.
Kalamazoo Valley Blues Assn.
The Kalamazoo Valley Blues Association (KVBA) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization staffed entirely by volunteers. Dedicated To The Preservation And Presentation Of The American Blues Tradition.
Kalamazoo Valley Museum
The Kalamazoo Valley Museum is located at 230 North Rose Street in downtown Kalamazoo. We are one block north of the Radisson Plaza Hotel on Rose Street.
Kindermusik with Debbie Long, LLC.
Kindermusik with Debbie Long, LLC offers music and movement classes for children birth through seven years. Classes incorporate whole-child activities using age-appropriate tools.
K'zoo Folklife Organization
The K'zoo Folklife Organization is a non-profit organization which promotes the presentation and preservation of multi-cultural, traditional, and contemporary folk music, dance, and arts for the education and enrichment of the greater Kalamazoo community.
The Last Rookwood Artist
Rookwood Pottery was a famous art pottery, recognized and collected internationally in the first half of the 20th century. Major museums around the world have representative collections. It was famous for its innovative glazes and decorative designs. Bill Glass was hired by Rookwood in 1959 as a designer and just happened to be the 'last Rookwood artist.'
The Laughing Post Comedy Club
The Laughing Post has just brought the best comedy to Downtown Kalamazoo! The Laughing Post will feature all national headlining comedians. The Laughing Post guarantees a fun atmosphere with excellent service, a friendly staff, great comedians, a full service bar.
Lazer Land
If you are looking for an exciting, fast-paced, action-packed game of laser tag, a challenging round of miniature golf, or simply want to hang out in our arcade room, Lazer Land is the place for you! Located in Portage, Michigan, Lazer Land offers the latest in laser tag technology with a whopping 2,000 square foot of playing room, an originally-designed 18-hole miniature golf course, and a 1,000 square foot arcade room.
Miller Auditorium
The premier auditorium in southwestern Michigan for touring Broadway shows, such as "Les Miserables" and "CATS", as well as concerts, conventions and special programs. Seats 3,500. Home of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra and numerous WMU School of Music programs.
The New Vic Theatre
The New Vic has added to the vibrant Kalamazoo theater scene for more than 30 years with plays and musicials ranging from the experimental to the traditional, as well as occasional concert performances in cabaret setting.
The Otsego Jazz Ensemble
The Otsego Jazz Ensemble is a 17-piece swing band with a male vocalist. Two of us actually live in Otsego! Our director is Chuck Lund. We perform for concerts, fund raisers, and celebrations of all sorts in Southwestern Lower Michigan.
Painted Moon Studio
We offer art classes for ages two through adult in a family-friendly setting. We strive to create a fun, relaxed environment where creativity can soar!
Pirate's Island
Pirate's Island Aquatic Park features a huge, interactive pirate-ship as well as three 200 ft.
waterslides, two spectacular Jacuzzis, a lazy river, warm pool and lap pool.
Silver Leaf Renaissance Faire
Come join the merriment as we journey back in time to days of glory, honor and dragons. Silver Leaf Renaissance Faire celebrates the myths and legends of the olden days.
www.swmichiganfun.com
A source for information about events and attractions in southwest Michigan featuring monthly calendars listing local fairs, festivals and other events.
Southwest Michigan Visual Arts Academy
The Visual Arts Academy is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) arts mentoring and advocacy program for young artists ages 8-18. Founded in 1990 the Visual Arts Academy offers unique training modeled on a college level program to the region's most talented young artists. Classes include: drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, printmaking and more.
State Theatre
Welcome to West Michigan's premier live entertainment venue, The State Theatre in Kalamazoo.
The Taste of Kalamazoo
Now entering is 16th year, the Taste of Kalamazoo is the premier event for families to enjoy food, fun, and music! Held at the Arcadia Festival Site, the Taste of Kalamazoo is the perfect way to experience what our city has to offer.
Team U.S. Hot-Air Nationals and Air Show
Hundreds of balloon pilots and a million plus spectators make the Battle Creek Hot-Air Balloon Championship and Air Show an 'annual' stop.
The Train Barn
This museum includes a model railroad exhibit, a hobby shop with trains dating back to the late 1800s, and a 2800 S.F. Lionel Train layout.
Vladimir Arts
Vladimir Arts, a multinational art gallery and international publishing company, was founded in West Germany in 1975 by an American Army officer by the name of Lew Iwlew. The United States gallery and world headquarters, opened in 1988, is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers
founded in 1981 under the artistic direction of Cori Terry. Wellspring is a professional modern dance company comprised of six company members based in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
West Michigan Jazz Society
WMJS is a non-profit organization devoted to the perpetuation of live and recorded jazz in the West Michigan community.
The Whole Art Theater Company
Innovative theater appropriate for site-specific local performances and touring in southwestern
Michigan.
Wineries
Three Kalamazoo Area family owned winderies.
Wolf Lake Fish Hatchery Visitor Center
This center features a state-of-the-art fish hatchery, where visitors can feed fish in the show pond and learn about hatchery production and management.
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