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Sat / January 14

Celebrating Elvis Presley’s Records from Sun Studios

Performed by the Hot Club of Cowtown and Tyler Hilton

Event Starts 8:00 PM

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More Info for Legends & Mysteries: Shackleton's Incredible Journey

Fri / January 27

Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra Presents:

Legends & Mysteries: Shackleton's Incredible Journey

An immersive musical experience showcasing the heroic tale of Ernest Shackleton and his incredible journey on the Endurance.

Event Starts 7:00 PM

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Thu / February 16

Interlochen Arts Academy's

Cinderella

The classic fairy tale comes to life through an enchanting ballet adaptation.

Event Starts 7:30 PM

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New event added! Interlochen Dance Academy's presentation of Cinderella🩰 Witness an enchanting adaptation of a timeless fairy tale featuring lush scenic design, exquisite costumes, exceptional choreography by Joseph Morrissey, and Sergei Prokofiev's beloved score. Cinderella will leave you breathless—and make you believe in magic. Tickets on sale now at the link in bio! Interlochen Arts Academy, Great Lakes Center for the Arts, Bay Harbor #Ballet #GreatLakesCFA #Petoskey Facebook: New event added! Interlochen Dance Academy's presentations of Cinderella 🩰 Witness the enchanting fairytale featuring lush scenic design, exquisite costumes, exceptional choreography, and Sergei Prokofiev's beloved score. Tickets on sale now! https://bit.ly/interlochencinderellaballet

Jan. 14 in Petoskey, MI! 🎸 Celebrate Elvis Presley’s records from Sun Studios with western swing trio the Hot Club of Cowtown, and singer-songwriter, Tyler Hilton! Tickets on sale now at the link in bio. Great Lakes Center for the Arts, Petoskey, Bay Harbor, Michigan concerts, events #HotClubofCowtown #MichiganConcerts #ElvisPresley #ElvisTribute

What a year! Thank you for supporting the arts in 2022 and stay tuned to see who’s coming to Center Stage in 2023! Happy New Year! Great Lakes Center for the arts, Petoskey, Bay Harbor #bayharbor #greatlakescfa #2022inreview

💭 Next Gen’s new series aims to improve teen mental health. Next Gen director and educational psychologist Dr. Rachel Sytsma-Reed designed the new Human[kind] Cinema Series in partnership with local educators to support social and emotional learning competencies. Last Friday, 500+ students experienced “The Book Thief” inside the Center’s Theater. Teachers left with materials and prompts to foster open discussions and work toward a more supportive school environment. This program, and all other Next Gen events, are free to local schools and homeschool families thanks to generous support. Next Gen will screen “Hidden Figures” in 2023 with special grant funding from the Charlevoix County Community Foundation. #EducationThroughtheArts #NextGenattheCenter #GLCFA #Petoskey #Charlevoix #SEL Social emotional learning, performing arts, STEAM education, Bay Harbor, Up North Schools

Elvis fans! Hear the King’s biggest hits LIVE at the Center January 14🎸 Tyler Hilton has teamed up with America's premiere hot jazz and Western swing trio, Hot Club of Cowtown, to bring his music from Sun Studio directly to Center Stage! Secure your seats at the link in bio. Elvis, Sun Studio, Petoskey, Performing Arts #GreatLakesCFA #Petoskey #BayHarbor

Thank you, Charlevoix County Community Foundation, for supporting Next Gen’s Human[kind] Cinema Series! The series, which launched today, aims to improve teen mental health. Next Gen will provide schools and educators with free programming that targets social and emotional learning competencies. C3F’s grant will support the screening of “Hidden Figures” in 2023 and the development of the series and its materials overall. Thank you, C3F, for helping to create healthier school climates in our community! #SEL #NextGen #ArtsEducation Petoskey, Bay Harbor, Charlevoix

Design the day of your dreams at the Center. 👰 The Center offers six opulent spaces for your big day. Imagine… Getting glammed up inside the Community Engagement Room or Donor Lounge Walking down the aisle on the South Lawn Hosting cocktail hour in the striking Main Lobby …and dancing the night away on the Rooftop Terrace. 🔗Head to the link in bio to fill out an event inquiry form! 📽️Videography, drone footage, and wedding video highlights by @Montage_Media_Films Michigan Weddings, Up North Weddings, Wedding Planning, Venue, Bay Harbor and Petoskey Weddings #UpNorthWeddings #PetoskeyWedding #NorthernMichiganWedding

Subscribe to Center Stage E-news for a weekly dose of community happenings, events, and more! Subscribers are among the first to know about event announcements, presales, and special promotions. Sun Studio fans, be sure to sign up before Monday and keep an eye on your inbox. Head to the link in bio to subscribe. Great Lakes Center for the Arts, Petoskey, Performing Arts #GreatLakesCFA #InspireEntertainEducate

Behind the Scenes of the Center 👀🎭 Completed in 2018, the stunning venue was built to accommodate the world’s most elite performers. Backstage, you’ll find elegantly-designed dressing rooms, world-class stage equipment and technology, and expert stage crew members! Post-show, performers will sign the wall of fame, which features autographs from @vanessawilliamsofficial, @thetanyatucker, @pinkmartini, the late @bobsaget, and more! Enjoy the Center for yourself during an upcoming holiday event. Tickets and more info at the link in bio! Performing Arts, Bay Harbor, Michigan, Event Venue, Theater, Up North #GreatLakesCFA #BayHarbor #PerformingArts

💰Get your donation MATCHED until midnight tonight!⏳ It’s Giving Tuesday! Donate today to support year-round performing arts and youth programs in our area. You will DOUBLE the impact of your donation, thanks to a $15k match thanks to the Kroeger-Mainland Family Fund! Head to the link in our bio to donate and support the arts today. Thanks for your support! #givingtuesday #supportthearts #petoskey

🫶 Double your Giving Tuesday donation with a match from The Kroeger-Mainland Family fund! The Kroeger-Mainland Family Fund is matching the first $15,000 donated to the Center before midnight on Giving Tuesday! We’re thrilled to have this jumpstart for the Giving Tuesday campaign in support of the Center’s year-round performances and youth opportunities. Our heartfelt gratitude to the Mainland Family, Mackenzie, Korbin, Curtis, Megan, and Ken, for their generosity and passion for the arts! If a pledge is preferred to an online donation, please contact Development Director Matt Wawro at 231.439.2606 or email mwawro@greatlakescfa.org Great Lakes Center for the arts, Giving Tuesday, Match Donation, Non profit, Performing Arts #SupporttheArts #GivingTuesday #Petoskey

Give the gift of the arts this holiday season! 🎁 We have everyone on your list covered...there's something for everyone at the Center. Click the link in bio to purchase a gift certificate! Great Lakes Center for the Arts, Petoskey, Bay Harbor, Holiday Shopping #GreatLakesCFA #Petoskey #PerformingArts

Breaking news! 🫶 Giving Tuesday donations will be matched up to $15k!💰 👉Double your impact and donate now at the link in bio. The Kroeger-Mainland Family Fund is matching the first $15,000 in donations made to the Center before midnight on Giving Tuesday! We’re thrilled to have this jumpstart for the Giving Tuesday campaign in support of the Center’s year-round performances and youth opportunities. Our heartfelt gratitude to the Mainland Family, Mackenzie, Corbin, Kurtis, Megan, and Ken, for their generosity and passion for the arts! If a pledge is preferred to an online donation, please contact Development Director Matt Wawro at 231.439.2606 or email mwawro@greatlakescfa.org

Mark your calendars for a holiday movie double feature at the Center📽️ ❄️On Saturday, December 17, enjoy two-holiday favorites inside the theater on the Center’s nearly IMAX-sized screen! 🎟️ Tickets are $8 for both movies or $5 for either film. Wear your ugly Christmas sweater to the evening showing of Christmas Vacation for a chance to win four free tickets to an upcoming event at the Center! 🍿Concessions will be available for purchase, and our friends at High Five Spirits will be mixing up festive cocktails before the evening showing of National Lampoons Christmas Vacation. 🍸 #HolidayMovies #ChristmasMovies #GreatLakesCenterfortheArts #GreatLakesCFA #BayHarbor

Your donation supports partnerships with nonprofits in our area. The Center is proud to partner with organizations like the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra. These collaborations strengthen the entire community and enrich cultural opportunities. Donate to the Center today at the link in bio! #GreatLakesCFA #GLCFA #Petoskey

Every detail designed for the performer, and patron, in mind... 📍Located on the shores of Lake Michigan in Bay Harbor, MI, the Great Lakes Center for the Arts is a 40,000-square-foot event venue and cultural hub in Northern Michigan. The Center, completed in 2018, features distinct spaces like the Community Engagement Room, Rooftop Terrace, Donor Lounge, and more! Stay tuned for Part 2 as we give you a tour backstage and inside the intimate and technically advanced 525-seat Theater! Performing Arts, Bay Harbor, Michigan, Event Venue, Theater, Up North #GreatLakesCFA #BayHarbor #PerformingArts

Your donation to the Center enriches the local economy. 💰 The Great Lakes Center for the Arts adds $10 million to the region by attracting residents and tourists, which supports other local businesses, like Hotel Walloon! @hotelwalloon Donate today at the link in bio. Petoskey, Northern Michigan economy, Michigan business, Great Lakes Center for the Arts #GreatLakesCFA #Petoskey #BayHarbor

🎨🧒 Your support allows local students to attend FREE performances that educate through the arts. A donation to the Center helps Next Gen provide free STEAM programming to children from 40+ area schools, reaching 14,000 students since 2018. Last month, Junie B. Jones and her friends from TheaterWorks stopped by to dazzle two sold-out crowds full of elementary schoolers! This school year, Next Gen will host movie screenings, musicals, story times, concerts, and more. Head to the link in bio to support Next Gen and the Center today! Season of Giving, Support the Arts, Giving Tuesday, Great Lakes Center for the Arts #PerformingArts #EducationThroughtheArts #GreatLakesCFA #petoskey

Upcoming Events

Event List

Celebrating Elvis Presley’s Records from Sun Studios

Performed by the Hot Club of Cowtown and Tyler Hilton

Event Starts 8:00 PM

Legends & Mysteries: Shackleton's Incredible Journey

An immersive musical experience showcasing the heroic tale of Ernest Shackleton and his incredible journey on the Endurance.

Event Starts 7:00 PM

Cinderella

The classic fairy tale comes to life through an enchanting ballet adaptation.

Event Starts 7:30 PM

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