Art Around Town

Explore local arts events!

Ann Arbor and U-M have a vibrant art scene with a constant array of arts events. Check out this page for weekly recommendations of our 5 Picks of the Week that we think you shouldn’t miss and resources on how to find and attend events.

5 Picks of the Week

  • Michigan Theater
  • January 10-12
Disfluency

After flunking her final college class, Jane retreats to her Michigan hometown for one last, carefree summer vacation. This film was written and directed by UM Alum Anna Baumgarten!

Get your tickets now!

  • Michigan Theater
  • January 17, 8:00 p.m.
Sasha Velour: The Big Reveal Live Show!

FREE with PASSPORT TO THE ARTS

Enjoy a string orchestra playing Coldplay & Imagine Dragon's greatest hits while basking in the candlelight.

U-M students can attend this event (and others like it!) for FREE using the Passport to the Arts!

Check it out!

  • Hill Auditorium
  • January 18, 8:00 p.m.
Collage Concert

The Collage Concert features the incredible range of SMTD ensembles and programs, with students performing one riveting work after another without pause.

Learn more!

  • Hill Auditorium
  • January 12, 4:00 p.m.
Life Sciences Orchestra

FREE

The LSO celebrates its 25th season of blending music, medicine and science. The musicians include faculty, staff, students, alumni and their family members from across U-M’s medical, health sciences, life sciences and engineering community.

Check it out!

  • Sometimes Space Ypsilanti
  • January 10-17
TIMING

FREE

Current Stamps students Chelsea Ayumi Koga and Idris Young explore the correspondences between body, material, and temporality in TIMING, a two-person exhibition at Sometimes Space Ypsilanti!

Learn more!

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Additional Resources

Arts Info

Sign up for Arts Info to receive weekly recommendations of arts events to check out, plus other helpful resources, student arts opportunities, and more!

Passport to the Arts

Pick up a new Passport ticket voucher every two weeks, and exchange it for a FREE or DISCOUNTED ticket to a great selection of events!

Student Ticket Deals

See a list of spots around Ann Arbor that offer discounted tickets for students.

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Our [art]seen writers review arts events on and around campus, sharing their thoughts and experiences on live music, film screenings, dance performances, theatre productions, and art exhibitions.

Downtown Ann Arbor Walking Tour

This self-guided art tour will welcome you to the rich arts culture that the downtown area has to offer. We highlight places we think you should know about and give you some hints for fun things to spot along the way!

Calls & Auditions

View a list of opportunities aimed at students who want to share their artistic talents. Photo and design competitions, auditions, and calls for entry and more!