Rhino as Participant
Utilizing the expertise and enthusiasm of odd-toed herbivores in the family Rhinocerotidae to invite participatory experiences with the performing arts.
Presenting: UMS Tweet Seats Pilot Project
This season, UMS is launching a new pilot project: an experiment at the cross-section of live performing arts and technology commonly known as “tweet seats.”
Renegade Reflections – Guest Blog by Leslie Stainton
Lobby contributor Leslie Stainton will guest blog the San Francisco Symphony American Mavericks festival throughout this weekend.
All Einstein Coverage Round Up
A round-up of Einstein on the Beach coverage.
Puppets, Processionals, and More: April at the Ypsi Freighthouse
That’s a wrap! UMS returned to the Ypsilanti Freighthouse this April for another three-week residency of fun and eclectic programming. From free family events to sold-out concerts, to a culminating one-of-a-kind community...
Looking Ahead to ‘Earth Tones’ — An Interview with Etienne Charles
Composer, trumpeter, bandleader, and storyteller Etienne Charles shares insights into his new multimedia work, Earth Tones, with Anastasia Tsioulcas, the University of Michigan Knight-Wallace 24/25 Arts Journalism Fellow.
Top Moments of 2024
2024 has been a transformative year of growth and outstanding programming at UMS! Join us as we revisit some of our favorite memories.
Announcing the 2024 DTE Energy Foundation Educator of the Year
UMS and the DTE Energy Foundation surprised Estabrook Elementary's Tyler Rindo with the 2024 DTE Energy Foundation Educator of the Year Award.
Corporate Spotlight: Sean Duval, Golden Limousine International
"Giving back is fundamental to Golden Limousine’s mission and my personal values... It’s about creating a new bottom line that’s not focused solely on profit, but also about lifting the community as a whole."
Cloud Gate Dance Theatre Residency Recap
After a 13-year absence, the world-renowned Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan returned to Ann Arbor. Learn how the company connected with students, curious dancers, and the Michigan Taiwanese American Organization (MITAI) during their stay.
September 2024 at the Freighthouse: A Celebration of Local and Global Cultures
After a summer break, it was a joy to return to the Ypsilanti Freighthouse for a three-week residency of performances and events in September. In total, over 1,300 people registered or purchased...
Meet the 2024/25 Season 21st Century Artist Interns
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.
April 2024 at the Freighthouse: A Hub for Local Talent and Creative Expression
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.
Introducing the 24/25 Season
Announcing UMS’s 24/25 Season! Explore an outstanding performance lineup, including the Berliner Philharmoniker, piano phenoms, groundbreaking dance, provocative theater, jazz greats, and so much more.