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A charming and witty comedy about the relationship of Hollywood legends, Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner. Tipping Point Theatre presents the Michigan Premiere of "Gene & Gilda" by Cary Gitter.

It’s Hollywood in the late 1980’s and Gene Wilder is giving his first interview after the death of his beloved Gilda Radner. Although he states any discussion of Gilda is off limits, Gilda has other ideas and crashes the interview. The famous couple come to vivid life as we follow them from their first meeting through their personal and professional ups and downs, all the way to their poignant farewell. We celebrate an intimate portrait of two comic legends in love, and the lives they led beyond the laughter.

Runtime: ~90 minutes, no intermission

Showtimes are Wednesday - Sunday starting April 8 through May 3, 2026

Every Wednesday at 6pm, UrtbanBeat invites you to showcase your musical talent!

Whether you're experienced or just starting, the stage is open to all.

Not a performer? Enjoy dinner, drinks, and live music from local artists. No cover charge and all ages are welcome. Come early and enjoy the local flavor of Old Town.

Sign ups are first come, first serve.

Doors at 5PM

Join us for an enlightening evening dedicated to understanding the journeys of those seeking a new beginning. This special information event, hosted by Samaritas, offers a unique opportunity to look beyond the headlines and connect with the human stories behind the refugee experience.

What to Expect:
Real Life Stories: Hear firsthand accounts from foster parents who have fostered refugee youth, who can tell about their experiences.

Make a Difference: Learn practical, impactful ways you can support and empower refugee families in our community.
Open Forum: We welcome your curiosity! This is a safe space for questions and discussion during our open Q&A session.
No Commitment Required: This is a purely informational event. Come to learn and listen with no pressure to sign up for anything.

RSVP at: Dsoza@samaritas.org

Why Attend?
Nearly half of all refugees worldwide are children. By attending, you are taking the first step in building a more welcoming and supportive environment for our newest neighbors. Whether you have an hour to spare or just want to learn more, your presence makes a difference.

This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America's Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers' room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to The Bev for Jeopardy! Bar League every Wednesday at 7pm.

To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.

The party doesn’t stop after Gilmore Festival concerts end! Throughout this year’s Festival, keep the music going long into the night with Gilmore After Dark events at venues around Kalamazoo. Grab a drink or bite to eat and enjoy performances by exciting jazz and classical artists, including pianist, vocalist, and songwriter Bob Mervak.

Mervak has been an active member of the Detroit music scene for nearly three decades. His unique style encompasses pop and jazz, rootsy indy original songs and Ben Folds-esque intelligent, introspective, and unapologetic compositions. Bob has been a session musician, writer, and arranger on many varied record releases over the years. He was the main composer for fellow Michigander Dax Shepard’s motion picture Hit and Run as well as Shepard’s podcast Armchair Expert, and he was featured as a pianist and vocalist in George Clooney’s political drama The Ides of March.

It’s the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence … if only the founding fathers agree to it! This musical follows John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson as they attempt to convince members of Congress to sign the Declaration of Independence. With humor and a stirring score, the Tony® Award-winning musical presents the frustrations and triumphs of our founding fathers. Presented in partnership with the Midland County Historical Society, and in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the birth of the United States. 1776 brings a fresh look at the people, and the compromises that defined a revolution.

Directed by Susie Polito
Music and Lyrics by Sherman Edwards / Book by Peter Stone

Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike America 2026
Walk, ride and roam anywhere/anytime. Enter your photos of local landmarks and favorite adventure places to win prizes!
June 6th – July 6th
The annual event serves as our primary fundraiser, helping fuel our critical cancer prevention initiatives.
Register for FREE today at: https://www.lesscancer.org/

You’re invited to the Michigan League for Public Policy’s 2026 Public Policy Forum, which will be held on Thursday, April 30 from 10 a.m.-noon in Lansing, Michigan.

The League’s annual forum explores bold policies that will create an economy rooted in racial equity. Time is of the essence when it comes to building economic justice in Michigan; we must seize this opportunity to invest in what will create a stronger Michigan.

The theme of this year's policy forum is 250 Years and Counting: Working to fulfill the promise of democracy in America and we are proud to announce that our 2026 keynote speaker will be Natalie Foster, co-founder of the Economic Security Project. An unstoppable builder, Natalie previously founded the sharing economy community Peers, co-founded Rebuild the Dream with Van Jones and served as Digital Director for President Obama's Organizing for America - a leading partner in winning transformative health care reform. She is the author of The Guarantee: Inside the Fight for America’s Next Economy, which explores what is possible when we guarantee economic rights and prosperity for all. A daughter of a preacher from Kansas, Natalie draws on the values of community, dignity and optimism to build a better America.

Following the keynote address, a panel of experts will discuss strategies for building economic justice in Michigan, particularly as it relates to housing, health care and financial security.

The League’s Public Policy Forum brings together hundreds of individuals who care deeply about building a stronger Michigan for all people–from policymakers to legislators, advocates, educators, members of foundations and community organizations, and other community members and stakeholders.

Admission for this year’s event is $25 and registration is required. You can find more details and register here: https://itl.ink/mlppforum. Space is limited, so don’t delay in reserving your spot at this special event, where you can be a part of a vitally important conversation about creating a bold path forward for economic justice in Michigan.

This exhibition honors the commitment of our members from SE Michigan and beyond, whose support plays a vital role in bringing our mission to life. We welcome the public to discover the unique artistic voices and styles of over 100 member artists.

Oscar Peterson: Black + White is a ground-breaking “docu-concert” that deeply explores the life and legacy of jazz icon and composer, Oscar Peterson: his sound, stardom, and cult of virtuoso. Oscar Peterson is the one jazz figure who had, and still has, the larger-than-life quality of jazz royalty. Other jazz artists from Ella Fitzgerald and Nat King Cole to Duke Ellington and John Coltrane became legends but Oscar, like Picasso or Mozart, had an undeniable style rooted not just in his genius but in his relentless performances and personality. The documentary delves into the seven-decade career of the musical genius: from his days as a child prodigy to the development of his signature sound on recordings with his trio, from his collaborations with huge stars to his shifts to brilliant solo performances around the world — as well as his tenacious experiences confronting racism and segregation while touring in the United States which culminated in his epic composition of Hymn to Freedom.

Films are free to the public, but seating is limited. Tickets will be available at the front desk of the museum starting at 10 am on the day of each screening, or pre-register the day of screening at kalamazoomuseum.org.