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‘Detroit Performs: Live from Marygrove’ returns April 5 with all new episodes

Discover incredible local talent ranging from music, theatre, dance and more. Look forward to performances and interviews with The Detroit Women’s Choir, Shakespeare in Detroit, DSA Dance, Saxappeal and many more! Learn more>>

This annual film series is a creative collaboration between the 2022 Kresge Artist Fellows and 11 Detroit filmmakers, celebrating the latest Metro Detroit artists awarded Kresge Artist Fellowships in live arts, film and music.  Learn more>>

Detroit Opera Broadcast: Golio’s ‘Ainadamar’

Ainadamar (“Fountain of Tears”) tells the tragic story of legendary poet, playwright, and national icon Federico García Lorca, assassinated by fascists during the Spanish Civil War. See the performance live at the Detroit Opera House or tune into DPTV’s broadcast on April 8. Learn more>>

Arts & Culture Programs

Discover cool artists and events in greater Detroit with Detroit Performs.
The Library of Congress awards its Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
Weekly art and design talks: Gathering community around creative minds.
Watch rock history being made as Elvis performs some of the best music of his life.
The world of classical performing arts is brought to the comfort of your living room.
Independent Lens is America’s home for independent documentary film.

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Watch Detroit Performs: Sunday Brunch Music Series

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