Blog

One of the great perks of working at UMS is hearing about our patrons’ cherished memories and the beautiful relationships that can blossom through shared arts experiences. Howard Bond revisits his favorite UMS moments, and tells us why he’s excited to sponsor the Berliner Philharmoniker this Fall​.

In the summer of 2023, Yo-Yo Ma’s management team approached UMS about an opportunity to host a one-of-a-kind musical gathering. After months of complex planning and preparation, this project came fully to life with a residency by the Orchestra of the Americas and culminating performance with Yo-Yo Ma and Kayhan Kalhor.

With a generous gift of $5 million, University of Michigan alumna Eileen Weiser and her husband Richard “Dick” Caldarazzo establish the Weiser Caldarazzo Iconic Artists Endowment Fund at UMS.

There’s nothing like hearing a great orchestra in the acoustic beauty of Hill Auditorium….and UMS’s 24/25 Season welcomes many opportunities to experience it!

With adventurous and exciting performers from the US and Europe, UMS’s 24/25 theater lineup is not for the faint of heart! It showcases opportunities to dig deep into our inner selves, reflect…

Each year, UMS and the U-M School of Music, Theatre & Dance select students for a unique internship experience. Meet our newest cohort of 21st Century Artist Interns, and learn about the incredible artists and ensembles they’ll work with this summer.

UMS welcomed more than 1,200 guests to our April 2024 residency at the Ypsilanti Freighthouse! From the local talents of our Open Mic Night participants to the immersive fun of our free Family Days, enjoy a look back at our favorite moments.

UMS is known for welcoming cutting-edge international dance companies to Ann Arbor, and our 24/25 dance lineup proudly continues this rich legacy. Explore the artists and works coming to the Power Center stage in the new season.