Full Event Calendar

January 29

Don Was & the Pan-Detroit Ensemble

Don Was is President of the venerated jazz label, Blue Note Records. Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble celebrate the 50th anniversary of Blues for Allah, the timeless Grateful Dead album. The ensemble will play the album in its entirety to celebrate its profound influence over the last half of a century.

• 7:30 P.M.
• Gates Concert Hall

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February 13

Meshell Ndegeocello

Meshell Ndegeocello is a GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter, bassist, and pioneer of the neo-soul movement. Blending funk, jazz, hip-hop, and rock, she has collaborated with legends like Madonna and Chaka Khan. Her latest album, No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin, is prophetic musical odyssey that delves headfirst into recurring themes explored in the celebrated writer's canon.

• 7:30 P.M.
• Gates Concert Hall

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February 19

Ephrat Asherie Dance with Arturo O'Farrill

In a thrilling collaboration between Grammy award winning pianist/composer Arturo O'Farrill and choreographer Ephrat Asherie, Shadow Cities creates a world rooted in a unique intersection of street and club dances. Asherie's dynamic movement phrases coupled with O'Farrill's boundless compositions invite audiences into a vibrant performance space that celebrates the beauty, joy and vastness of the in-between.

• 7:30 P.M.
• Gates Concert Hall

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February 27

MANDY PATINKIN IN CONCERT BEING ALIVE with Adam Ben-David on Piano

Before he was an Emmy-winning TV star, Mandy Patinkin was already a Tony-winning Broadway legend. Mandy Patinkin in Concert: BEING ALIVE, presents the acclaimed actor / singer / storyteller in his most electrifying role: concert performer. "Mandy Patinkin is in the business of showstopping," raves The New Yorker, and that's exactly what he does in this powerful, passionate evening of song. BEING ALIVE is a collection of many of Mandy's favorite Broadway and classic American tunes. From Irving Berlin to Stephen Sondheim, from Cole Porter to Harry Chapin, Mandy Patinkin takes you on a dazzling musical journey you'll never forget.

• 7:30 P.M.
• Gates Concert Hall

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March 12

Cirque Kalabanté

Founded in 2007 by Guinean circus artist Yamoussa Bangoura, Cirque Kalabanté takes its inspiration from the music, culture, dance, and performance art of West Africa. Now based in Montreal, the organization also maintains education and humanitarian projects in Bangoura's home country of Guinea. With live Afro-jazz, percussion, and kora, this work vibrates with energy, agility, and joy.

• 7:30 P.M.
• Gates Concert Hall

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March 21 & 22

MOMIX - Alice

Founded and directed by Moses Pendleton, co-founder of Pilobolus, MOMIX is renowned for its theatrical blend of dance and acrobatics. Now a prominent leader in contemporary dance, MOMIX has redefined choreography by training dancers in acrobatics and collaborating with various artists to create unique, one-of-a-kind performances that captivate audiences worldwide. 

• 7:30 P.M. & 2:00 P.M.
• Gates Concert Hall

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April 7

Ranky Tanky with very special guest Ms. Lisa Fischer

Ranky Tanky, the GRAMMY®-winning group known for reviving Gullah music, fuses jazz, blues, and gospel to create a unique, vibrant sound. This talented ensemble joins forces with powerhouse vocalist Lisa Fischer, celebrated for her stunning vocals with The Rolling Stones and her appearance in 20 Feet from Stardom. Together, they deliver a soul-stirring performance that blends rich, deep-rooted traditions with modern, electrifying energy. The collaboration between Ranky Tanky and Fischer creates an unforgettable musical experience, honoring cultural heritage while infusing it with a dynamic, contemporary flair. Their performances leave audiences moved, showcasing the power of music across generations. 

• 7:30 P.M.
• Gates Concert Hall

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