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Saxophonist Marcus Elliot speaks to UMS about the inspiration and creative process behind his world premiere, Sonic Contributions, and what audiences can expect from upcoming performances at the Ypsilanti Freighthouse.

Renée Fleming is one of the most celebrated and versatile sopranos of our time. She has dazzled audiences for decades with her beautiful voice, expressive artistry, and diverse repertoire, spanning opera, classical…

Fusing elements of oratorio, theater, and opera in a multi-movement musical ceremony, When the Caged Bird Sings draws inspiration from the Black church and celebrates the spirit of rising above expectations and transforming adversity into triumph.

Learn how the fusion band Shakti came to be in 1973, and why their upcoming performance in Ann Arbor is a rare and special opportunity to witness musical history.

From the powerhouse opening week performances in Hill Auditorium to our DruidO’Casey theater immersion at the Power Center, UMS’s 23/24 Season kicks off with something for everyone! Preview (and get tickets to)…

UMS will launch a new season of events the Ypsilanti Freighthouse, with four weeks of programming for all ages from Sep 12 – Oct 7!

When one of UMS’s most poignant and impactful works of the season needed a custom-designed space, Oxford Companies helped bring 40+ performances of ‘The Plastic Bag Store’ to life in the 777 Building.

As part of our annual meeting on June 13, 2023, the UMS Board of Directors elected new officers and members whose appointments begin on July 1.

Maddy Wildman joined UMS in 2019 as our University Programs Manager upon her graduation from the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance, where she majored in bassoon performance. She…