Upcoming Opera and Dance Performances
Dance Theatre of Harlem
A perennial favorite, Dance Theatre of Harlem returns to Detroit with an exciting program featuring iconic works of Robert Garland, Jodie Gates, and others!
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November 15 & 16, 2025
Dance
Highways and Valleys: Two American Love Stories
Highways and Valleys – Two American Love Stories is a unique double bill combining voices often excluded from the operatic mainstream: the “dean of African American music,” William Grant Still, and the Jewish émigré Kurt Weill. From their marginalized positions in American society, both composers sought out the heart of American folk music and brought it into the world of opera.
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December 7 – 13, 2025
Opera
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
For 47 years, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago has been one of the most original forces in contemporary dance – bringing top choreographers and works to Chicago and beyond. Detroit will be delighted with works from renowned choreographers including Bob Fosse.
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January 24 & 25, 2026
DANCE
Detroit Opera House Presents
Symphonic PFunk: Celebrating The Music of Parliament Funkadelic
January 31, 2026
Detroit Opera House, in association with Chew Entertainment, presents Symphonic PFunk: Celebrating the Music of Parliament Funkadelic! Don’t miss your chance to witness history! The funk is alive, and Detroit is the place to be when George Clinton and the Mothership touch down.
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Bugs Bunny at the Symphony
April 18 & 19, 2026
This beloved concert has played to millions all over the world with over 300 major orchestras, and now makes its Detroit Opera premiere just in time to celebrate Bugs Bunny’s 85th Birthday.
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David Allen
The New York Times
Featured Events
Denim & Design: The Costuming of Highways & Valleys
October 23, 2025 | 7:00PM
Join Detroit Opera, Carhartt and Design Core at The Valade Family Gallery/CCS for an insightful evening of discussion and storytelling featuring costume designer Charlese Antoinette. Ms. Antoinette will share the stories and inspirations for the costume designs for Detroit Opera’s upcoming presentation of “Highways & Valleys – Two American Love Stories”. This event is FREE! Please register by clicking below.
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Spellbound: A Night Where Opera Weaves Its Spell
with the Detroit Opera Resident Artists
This Halloween, October 31, step behind the mask and into a world of intrigue, disguise, and enchantment with the Detroit Opera Resident Artists at Kerrytown Concert House! Don’t miss your chance to experience the spellbinding power of the voice in its most elemental form with this program of opera favorites!
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Prosecco, Pasta and Puccini
November 7, 2025 |6:30PM
Raise a glass to an evening of Italian elegance as Detroit Opera’s Resident Artists deliver Puccini’s most beloved arias and ensembles over sparkling wine, fine dining, and an enchanting venue. Join us at The War Memorial for a feast of music, food, and ambiance you won’t forget.
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Ballet Masterclass with Dance Theatre of Harlem
November 15, 2025 | 11:00AM
This inspiring workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from artists who embody the company’s legacy of excellence, innovation, and cultural pride. Participants will refine their technique, deepen their musicality, and explore the expressive storytelling that has made Dance Theatre of Harlem a trailblazer in the world of ballet.
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Sip & Stroll at Detroit Opera
Next Tour: November 19, 2025
Enjoy a memorable 90-minute experience inside the beautiful and historic Detroit Opera House. This 21+ gathering features a guided tour, plus a glass of premium red or white wine, bottled water, and light snacks. Please bring valid ID; guests must be 21 or older. Doors open 5:30 pm – Stage Door Entrance on Madison Street. The guided tour begins directly following wine service promptly at 6:10 pm. Doors close at 6:45 pm.
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Detroit Opera House Tours
Next tours: November 22, 2025
Join us for a 55-minute Detroit Opera House Highlights Tour! Tours offer participants the chance to see our beautiful, historic 1922 theater, designed by renowned architect C. Howard Crane. Tickets are available online at the Box Office (Broadway Street) during regular business hours. “Day of” tickets must be purchased online using a personal device.
A Winter Fantasy
December 14, 2025 | 2:30PM
Celebrate with the Detroit Opera Youth Chorus as their young voices bring warmth and wonder to this festive season in A Winter Fantasy. This annual concert favorite offers a program of timeless classics and contemporary gems that capture the magic of the holidays and will warm your heart.
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The Cadillac Café Lounge
Elevate your Detroit Opera experience with exclusive pre-show and intermission lounge access! Pre-show, you’ll enjoy an elegant evening in our Cadillac Café with a welcome drink (beer, wine, or soda), a delectable charcuterie box, table or bar seating, complimentary coat check (in lobby), and access to the Café restroom. At intermission, return to the Café for access to an exclusive cash bar. Cadillac Café lounge access is available for just $40 per person.
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Big Questions: Season One
Detroit Opera embarks on a season-long exploration of American identity as the nation marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. In inspiring and original productions, we invite you to participate in a dialogue around the question: Has America at 250 lived up to its promise? Click below to read our season brochure.
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