The era of Prohibition, speakeasies and wide-lapelled mobsters come to life with the upcoming production of “The Ragweed Blues,” an original American comedy presented by Rogue River Community Theater. Nearly four dozen actors are participating in the play, which runs April 26-29 at Kent Theatre in Cedar Springs. Set in New York City, “The Ragweed [...]
It’s no secret that the young musicians at Rockford High School (RHS) are consistently among the best in the state. Rockford students shine every year in the annual musical, marching band competitions, local bands, Solo & Ensemble, Band and Choir Festivals, and many other activities. And starting April 19-20, there is a new opportunity to [...]
After 34 years and countless successful alumni, it’s no fluke—Western Michigan University’s Gold Company is arguably the finest vocal jazz choir in the world. And they’re coming to Rockford on April 10. Directed by Dr. Stephen Zegree, the award-winning ensemble performs a wide variety of repertoire which covers all styles in the contemporary vocal idiom. [...]
The public is invited to attend the Rockford Area Arts Commission’s annual spring concert the afternoon of Sunday, April 15. The event takes place in the Rockford High School Fine Arts Auditorium and begins at 1 p.m. Enjoy the talents of the Community Concert Band, Orchestra and Children’s Choir. Admission is free.
Mark Randisi, the star of the upcoming “Sound of Sinatra” fundraiser for the new Rockford Area Museum (RAM), was in town on Tuesday, Jan. 24 to spend the day promoting the show, which will be presented on Saturday, Feb. 18 at Rockford High School (RHS). Randisi’s visit started with dinner on Monday evening with several [...]
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