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3 May Festival Memories with The Philadelphia Orchestra
We celebrate our rich partnership with The Philadelphia Orchestra with a look through our archives into three milestone moments in May Festival History.
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They Still Want to Kill Us: A UMS Digital Co-Commission
UMS is proud to join arts institutions across the nation in the world premiere of They Still Want to Kill Us featuring J’Nai Bridges, mezzo soprano, and Daniel Bernard Roumain, composer, performer, and U-M School of Music, Theatre & Dance alumnus.
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Introducing the 2021/22 Season
It’s time to start Looking Forward to live performances! Discover our 2021/22 Season Highlights.
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2021/22 Season Preview: The Philadelphia Orchestra Returns
UMS is proud to announce a new creative partnership with The Philadelphia Orchestra in 2022.
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In Conversation with Tunde Olaniran
UMS 21st Century Intern Catherine Moore recently sat down with Tunde to talk about his UMS Live Session, upcoming projects, and collaborations with Yo-Yo Ma.
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Planning for a Safe Return (May Update)
Read the latest insights into what our audiences expect when returning to venues for live performances.
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2021/22 Season Preview: A MoodSwing Reunion
Joshua Redman reunites the original MoodSwing group for an unforgettable performance of brand new material alongside signature work.
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Twyla Tharp to Receive U-M Honorary Degree
Five leaders in the areas of information technology, engineering, human rights, and the arts have been recommended to receive honorary degrees at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor campus’ 2021 Spring Commencement,…
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2021/22 Season Preview: Parable of the Sower
Based on Octavia E. Butler’s novel of the same name, Parable of the Sower is a triumphant, mesmerizing work of rare power and beauty that illuminates deep insights on gender, race, and the future of human civilization.