Detroit Passport to the Arts

Passport Destination 1

MICHIGAN OPERA THEATRE
7:30pm, Friday, October 19, 2012

The Barber of Seville: The Michigan Opera Theatre presents Rossini’s The Barber of Seville. Following the performance, enjoy a “Spanish vs. Italian” wine tasting as well as sweet sounds from the Mediterranean.

Passport Destination 2

DETROIT CHAMBER WINDS & STRINGS
1pm, Sunday, November 18, 2012

Structurally Sound: Bits, Bytes, and ‘Bones will feature trombonist Ken Thompkins and artists from Detroit’s international techno music world. You’ll enjoy a few “bits & bytes” of food at the techno-themed after party!

Excursion 1

UNIVERSITY MUSICAL SOCIETY
8pm, Saturday, December 1, 2012

Handel’s Messiah: Get into the spirit of the holiday season at DP2A’s first Excursion event to University Musical Society’s performance of Handel’s Messiah at Hill Auditorium. Join DP2A friends for a drink at a local Ann Arbor bar.

Passport Destination 3

EISENHOWER DANCE ENSEMBLE
7:30pm, Saturday, January 19, 2013

Red, Hot and Blue: This will be an eclectic and entertaining program featuring an array of nationally renowned choreographers. Then, get ready to dance at the Cuban-themed after-party!

Passport Destination 4

DETROIT FILM THEATRE
February, 2013 (Exact date announced December 2012)

Oscar Shorts: Detroit is one of the few American cities where the Oscar Shorts are shown. Enjoy five action and five animated short films. Dress to impress for the annual best-dressed competition.

Passport Destination 5

HILBERRY THEATRE
8pm, Saturday, March 23, 2013

Detroit by Lisa D’Amour: A Pulitzer Prize finalist in 2011, Detroit is a new play that will leave you rooting for the home team and wondering who your neighbors are. Then it will be time to celebrate the city you love.

Excursion 2

MAGENTA GIRAFFE THEATRE
8pm, Friday, April 26, OR 8pm, Saturday, April 27, 2013

The Maids by Jean Genet: Two maids play at being mistress and servant but never quite get to the end of their role-playing before their actual mistress arrives home. You may need a drink after this one, so join friends from DP2A at a local bar.

Passport Destination 6

DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
8pm, Saturday, May 4, 2013

Holst’s The Planets: Each movement of Holst’s suite is named after a planet of the Solar System and its corresponding astrological character. Then comes an after party under the stars.

Excursion 3

DETROIT SYMPHONY’s JAZZ SERIES
8pm, Friday, May 31, 2013

Award-winning bassist and composer, bandleader Dave Holland will team up with Kenny Barron. You will be mesmerized. And then, you’ll need a drink!.

Excursion 1

University Musical Society presents
Handel’s Messiah at Hill Auditorium

8pm, Saturday, December 1, 2012
University Musical Society
at Hill Auditorium
825 North University Ave.
Ann Arbor, MI

PURCHASE YOUR TICKET

Get into the spirit of the holiday season at DP2A’s first Excursion event to University Musical Society’s performance of Handel’s Messiah at Hill Auditorium. The Grammy Award-winning UMS Choral Union (2006 “Best Choral Performance” for William Bolcom’s Songs of Innocence and of Experience) launches the holiday season with its signature work. The performance will feature the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra, the all-volunteer UMS Choral Union, and conductor Jerry Blackstone in a real community tradition.

Following the performance, join DP2A friends for a post-concert drink at a local bar. (Details TBA)