4.5 stars- We saw…read moreFrozen in the theatre in January and walked out to it snowing outside- this theater apparently has magic weather powers. ;) We had a lot of fun in this theater, though it was very intimate/ smaller than I thought it would be. I thought it was a little pricey, but I was amazed at the local talent and honestly, if some is going to the actors, I don't mind *as much* supporting local, though it means I'm not always going to bring kids due to price. I thought it was quite good, though I the inside of the theater could have been a little cleaner/ nicer for the price. Definitely will be back!

Came here on a Friday night to See Smokey Joe's Café. The musical review was excellent. All the…read moreactors were great. It was a really good experience, with the exception of the chairs. The seating was a little bit uncomfortable.

I don't know how it is that I had never heard about The Dio until this year. This dinner theater is…read morea hidden gem, and you must go! We went and saw "Something Rotten" and I expected a community theater-level performance and an okay dinner, which would have been excellent for the price point. Instead what we got was a polished professional performance and a good dinner. We will be back for sure, and I recommend you go buy some tickets.

Great food, amazing and talented performers, wonderful atmosphere. The owners are lovely, and care…read morea lot about what they put onstage and the food they put on your plate. Also, THE RANCH DRESSING. A++ 10/10 would recommend.

Saw the afternoon performance of Cabaret at the Inspire Theater in Westland on April 13. What an…read moreabsolutely wonderful interpretation especially with the current world environment. Each of the actors/actresses were phenomenal in their roles. But I have to do a shout out to Daniel Watson as his "Emcee" role was nothing short of Tony worthy. It haunts me, in a good way, weeks later. What a find for that role. I feel sorry for those who were not able to get tickets due to a complete sellout because this production was first rate. So happy I discovered this theater gem a few years back. The theater is getting ready for a new production "Death Trap" which will run March 29-April 14. Do yourself a favor and be on the lookout for tickets. You won't regret it.

First class performances that are better than should be expected from a community theater.read more

We went to see Gene & Gilda a play about Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner. It only had two actors and…read morethey were fantastic! It has to be quite a challenge to play such public figures, especially in Gilda's home town! We were fortunate to be at a preview show which involved a Q&A afterwards with the director. It was fascinating to hear about how his vision came to life. The theater is very small, not a bad seat in the house. We will definitely go back for more performances!

This is a nice, cozy little theater. There are 2 single stall restrooms. The staff are very helping…read morein guiding you to your seat. I went to a pre-opening show, where we got to ask the director questions and critique the show before they go live to the general public. I hope I explained that well. It was a nice experience and I love live theater so I hope to come back soon. There's minimal street parking but there is a garage nearby. They email you a few days before coming with guidelines/tips on getting to the theater and where to park. That was very helpful. They are currently building new apartments/condos in the area so I can only imagine in the future street park will be tough to find. Support local theater!! Support local actors!

One of the funnest, hottest burlesque troupes around! I love their playful attitude and they were a…read moredream to work with for Yelp's Greatest Show on Earth! Not only are they a bunch of hot gals but they have such fun numbers like Mermaids and Sailors, Dancing Unicorns, and my favorite--Batman babes. Love the gal in the background throwing up the "POW! BANG! BOOM!" signs and their character appropriate nipple tassels as well! Hilars! If you have the opportunity PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make sure you go see them perform. I can guarantee you won't regret it.

I was introduced to these charming dames thanks to Annette's skilful organization of Yelp's…read moreGreatest Party on Earth at the Detroit Yacht Club. Tickled Fancy's troupe is made up of lovely, expressive ladies not afraid to strip their clothes off to music in the truest burlesque style, mixing charm and a touch of coy smarm. Laughter is welcome with these delightful dolls. Their routines split between groups and solo performances, covering a gamut of different styles; mermaids and sailors opened our act, with all the posturing, fin-fanning, and peering over giant aviator sunglasses at heaving bosoms an audience could want. A hula-hoop wearing clown stripped down to her striped-sock skivvies, and that girl was adorable. I've never wanted sparkly red glitter-lipstick so badly after seeing the hostess of events shining in the limelight; that's a good thing, right? The piece de resistance was the superhero choreography where villains and heroes of DC Comics squared off on the stage. Robin, Batman, Catwoman (I think) and Poison Ivy duel in a feat of swaying hips, thrown punches, and dangling ornaments from pasties (yes, the bat symbol.). Poison Ivy stole the show on that one for me, though everyone was fantastic; I guess I've got a thing for deadly redheads with voluptuous curves and a killer "POW!" "SMACK!" choreographic sign behind her head. Thoroughly professional and entertaining, the Tickled Fancy company is an awesome troupe who I hope to see again. Thank you, ladies!

Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! My daughter has participated in several youth acting classes and…read moretheater programs here and all of them have been fantastic. Her most recent class was a summer acting class with Alex Moore and she had a great time, learned a lot, and the kids put on an impressive performance at the end of the week. Bruce and the folks that runs the education/youth program are so friendly and helpful. We are so pleased to have found A2CT and will be enrolling in more programs soon!

What a gem of a small live theater producing a nice mix of musicals, comedies and dramas each…read moreseason. Ann Arbor Civic Theater splits their plays between two theaters, both affiliated w/ the University of Michigan. Excellent local theater with reasonable season ticket pricing. Five stars.

Review: A Magical Evening at Hill Auditorium…read more Attended with a meetup group and had my first taste of a live orchestra performed by PhD-level musicians from the University of Michigan's School of Music, Theatre & Dance. The concert ran close to two hours with a 15-minute intermission, and every moment was packed with talent and precision. The venue itself--Hill Auditorium--is absolutely magical. It's beautifully maintained, with acoustics that make every note feel immersive. Street parking was manageable, and the location is easy to access. What stood out most was the sheer artistry on display. From the world premiere of a contemporary overture to the grandeur of Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition, the performance was both intellectually rich and emotionally stirring. It's inspiring to see such high-level musicianship in an academic setting. They host monthly events, so if you're even slightly curious about orchestral music or just want a unique cultural experience, this is a gem worth revisiting.

The positives: Historic concert hall with beyond excellent acoustics and a massive pipe organ…read more Right in the heart of Michigan's central campus. Famous for hosting the best artists, including Segovia, and its annual performances of Handel's Messiah. As a kid I always enjoyed the auditorium with its older style interior and impressive organ pipes lining the backstage. Sure, the original seating leaves a lot to be desired (too narrow, cramped), but it's really about the performance here, especially spectacle and sound. Over the years I attended many renditions of Handel's Messiah, seen numerous shuffling of soloists, such as a boy soprano when I was in middle school, various altos, contraltos, and more recently, a contra tenor. The audience participates during the Hallalujah Chorus, but at some point over the years, free sheet music stopped being handed out. I came to prefer the Sunday afternoon performances. Sometimes the Saturday night opener shows had nerves on display and even faster tempos than the usual time signatures suggest. This recent reacquiantance after years away from Ann Arbor really impressed me. The outstanding musicianship, the conductor, the soloists, and a renewed inspiration for the Baroque orchestrations. Truthfully, I was imagining lifting some of those really fast strings lines and writing melodic heavy meal tunes. Postmodernism at its best.

I always read the 1stars on amazon first. I did the same thing here. Hubs and I have been to the…read more**** location dozens of times over the past few years. NEVER had a truly bad experience..... in fact, the staff has gone out of it's way to help me a couple of times. I don't know what these 1 star whiners are complaining about. If you present like a hood (that includes both your gangsta looks and your foul mouths), you'll likely be held suspect like a hood. So, shut your trap, cover that crack, quit acting like the world owes you and, instead, start adulting. Sound about right? LOL . Yes, this was written in half to make you/me laugh. :::smiles:::

i've been going to this movie theater for years, and sadly this will be my last. All of theater 13…read moresmelled of such bad cat urine and poop litter? i was appalled. besides that, usually especially at later night shows, security or staff walk around to make sure people were behaving. "kids" were getting h**ndjobs and moaning..... on their phones and laughing at nothing. this place is a dump, the clientele are even worse and everyone pees all over the toilets sinks and throws toilet paper all over the floor. i'm so disappointed after being a frequent flyer of 10+ years. LOL health department check this place OUT!