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The stories of Wizard of Oz and Alice in Wonderland collide when a giant wind carries Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and Lion to Wonderland. Ages 8-18.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Little Cloud and the Mixed-Up Chameleon come to life through puppetry.
Five animal friends – monkey, python, parrot, elephant and turtle – solve early childhood issues during this puppet performance.
Event cost: $10/child, $15/adult
Event time: 3 p.m.
See your friends from Moana, Coco, Frozen and Tangled in this spectacular skating performance.
Showtimes are as follows:
7 p.m. Thursday
11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Friday
11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.
It’s Nugget the Minnow’s first day of school where he learns that he’s supposed to be afraid of sharks – but his best friend is Fang the Shark.
Wear pj's, bring a sleeping bag and pillow and cuddle with furry friends to watch a film. Parents can drop off kids and enjoy a night out. Ages 5-11. Registration required.
Dads and their little ladies experience an evening of dining, dancing and fun at this “Ties & Tiaras” soiree. Registration required.
Acclaimed for their wonderfully vast repertoire, breathtaking arrangements and powerful live performances, The TEN Tenors is one of Australia's most successful entertainment touring groups of all time, with 17 years of sold-out performances across the globe.
An evening with The TEN Tenors is guaranteed to surprise and delight anyone who...
The Detroit Symphony Orchestra performs some fan-favorite musical numbers from the Harry Potter series. Be sure to dress up and participate in their annual costume contest and other pre-concert activities.
Event cost: $20-plus
Event time: 11 a.m. Oct. 29, 2022
Some of the area’s most talented ghoulies and ghosties show off their Halloween-themed talents.
Plays 7 p.m. Fridays and 2:30 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays.
Head to the theater on Oct. 3 to see Abbott and Costello meet Frankenstein (1948), Oct. 10 for Gremlins (1984), Oct 17 for a viewing of The Ghost and Mr. Chicken (1966) and Oct. 24 for Ghostbusters (1984). All the films are not rated. Use your discretion.
Two young boys are taken away by aliens that want to eat their brains. Their only hope is Gamera, their favorite monster. Not rated.
