This modern Christmas classic bursts onto the stage in a production The New York Times calls “SPLASHY, PEPPY, SUGAR-SPRINKLED HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT!”We all have memories of those classic holiday movies we've watched in our childhood. I remember watching A Christmas Story every Christmas during my childhood. It was my fathers childhood Christmas classic that continued into being one of mine. I remember when Home Alone came out in 1990. This quickly became a childhood favorite that has continued for my children. In 2003 Elf became a new American Christmas comedy and brought laughter and joy to families during the holidays. Now families can create memories of watching ELF the Musical at the Fox Theatre in Detroit. ELF the musical will come to The Fox Theatre beginning November 6-10th. Visit here to purchase tickets and find show times. In the bustling city of Detroit excitement filled the air. This year, the holiday season would be extra special with the arrival of Elf the Musical. Families eagerly awaited the show, ready to experience the heartwarming tale of Buddy the Elf—a human raised among Santa's elves, who embarks on a journey to find his true identity and spread Christmas cheer. The story begins in the magical land of the North Pole, where Buddy, a cheerful and naive elf, discovers he doesn’t quite fit in with his fellow elves. He’s much taller, and his love for Christmas is matched only by his clumsiness. When Buddy learns the truth about his origins, he bravely sets off to New York City in search of his biological father, Walter Hobbs, a grumpy businessman who has lost his Christmas spirit. As Buddy navigates the bustling streets of New York, he encounters the stark contrast between his whimsical, innocent worldview and the harsh realities of the city. People rush by, indifferent to the holiday spirit that fills Buddy's heart. He brings joy wherever he goes—whether by singing loudly in the subway, sharing candy with strangers, or decorating a department store. But no matter how hard he tries, the world around him seems determined to stifle his enthusiasm. Through his journey, Buddy teaches those he meets the importance of kindness, joy, and believing in the magic of Christmas. He reconnects with his father and, with the help of his newfound friends, reminds Walter—and the city—what it means to embrace the holiday spirit. The power of love and family triumphs over cynicism, leading to a heartfelt reconciliation. The show’s climax comes during a Christmas Eve crisis when Santa’s sleigh runs out of power. It’s Buddy’s unwavering belief in the magic of Christmas that saves the day. He rallies the people of New York, encouraging them to sing and believe, proving that the spirit of Christmas lives within all of us. As audiences in Detroit watch Elf the Musical at The Fox Theatre, they are reminded of the simple yet profound lesson at the heart of Buddy’s story: the true magic of Christmas comes from love, joy, and the willingness to believe in something greater than ourselves. Whether through laughter, song, or a shared moment with loved ones, the spirit of the season is alive in all who embrace it. As the curtain falls, families leave the Fox Theatre with smiles on their faces, hearts full of holiday spirit, and a renewed belief that, like Buddy, they too can bring a little magic into the world. ELF The Musical Part of the 2024-25 Fox Theatre Series presented by Comerica Bank
Cirque Dreams Holidaze
Coming to the Fox Theatre from December 1-3! Tickets on sale now at 313presents.
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE dazzles with a brilliant and whimsical family holiday spectacular. Gather your family and head to District Detroit to enjoy some holiday magic.
This annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around an infusion of contemporary circus arts. As lights dim and the music swells, audiences will have visions of sugarplums dancing in their heads as the fantastical cast of holiday storybook characters come to life on stage. Cirque Dreams Holidaze is a feast for the senses featuring dazzling costumes, enchanting sets, and jawdropping arobatics all set to symphony of tranditional holiday favorites mixed with original new music.
Cirque Dreams Holidaze plays a twist on holiday classics sung live, with new sets, scenery, and storylines, this is the ultimate holiday gift for the entire family and is sure to put a twinkle in your eye!
Fox Theatre - December 1-3 (5 performances!)
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ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father, discover his true identity, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner ELF.
The New York Times says that ELF is “SPLASHY, PEPPY, SUGAR-SPRINKLED HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT!” USA Today calls ELF, “ENDEARINGLY GOOFY!” Variety proclaims, “ELF is happy enough for families, savvy enough for city kids and plenty smart for adults!”
Based on the beloved 2003 New Line Cinema hit, ELF features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin (The Wedding Singer), with a book by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone).
An American in Paris
Sunday, May 8 2022
Romance! Adventure! Gershwin! Who could ask for anything more? Filled with the music of legendary composers George and Ira Gershwin, the Tony Award-winning masterpiece, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, is dancing its way to the Fox Theatre in Detroit on Sunday, May 8.
Inspired by the Academy Award winning film, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS transports the audience to post-war Paris, where romance is in the air and youthful optimism reigns. In this poignant production, Gershwin’s soaring melodies are matched by gravity-defying dance as the world rediscovers the power of love. Hoping to start a new life, World War II veteran Jerry Mulligan chooses newly liberated Paris to try and make his mark as a painter. Jerry's life becomes complicated when he meets the mysterious Lise, a young Parisian ballet dancer with a haunting secret who, like Jerry, is yearning for a new beginning.
The winner of four Tony Awards, this exquisite production features classic Gershwin songs including “I Got Rhythm,” “Liza,” “'S Wonderful,” “But Not for Me,” and “Stairway to Paradise.” The New York Times proclaimed “Pure Joy...An American In Paris is a TRIUMPH!”
Following its pre-pandemic closing, Big League Productions, Inc. is thrilled to relaunch the dazzling all-new production of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, directed by Jeffrey B. Moss and featuring breathtaking new choreography by Bob Richard. Scenic design for the 2022 national tour is by Randel Wright, with costume design by Costume World, lighting design by Steve O’Shea, video design by Jonathan Infante, sound design by Don Hanna, orchestrations by Matthew Lowy and casting by Alison Franck.
For more information, visit www.AmericanInParisOnTour.com.
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS is produced by Big League Productions, Inc. Led by President and Executive Producer Daniel Sher, Big League is celebrating its 30th season of producing and general managing Broadway shows and attractions throughout the world. Highlights were collaborations with Disney on Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida (North America, Taiwan, and China) and with Cameron Mackintosh on a new production of Miss Saigon. Also, US tours of the Tony®-Award winning Broadway revival of 42nd Street and Susan Stroman’s Broadway production of Meredith Willson’s The Music Man. Others: Footloose (Las Vegas, USA), Titanic, 1776, Peter Pan, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum starring Rip Taylor, Blast!, The Who’s Tommy (North America, South America, Europe, and Japan), Ain’t Misbehavin’ with Ruben Studdard, and the First National Tour of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - flying car and all. More recent: The Producers (Susan Stroman’s original work), Hello, Dolly! with Sally Struthers, Guys and Dolls, My Fair Lady (US Tour and China premiere), original hip-hop dance show Groovaloo (Off-Broadway), Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical (10 USA tours, Grand Ole Opry, and Madison Square Garden), Dreamgirls (US, China premiere, Japan), Hair (US and Japan), Bring it On (US and Japan), and Legally Blonde (US, China premiere, Singapore). In 2018-19, A Chorus Line toured the USA and Japan before performing for the first time ever in China in 2019. In the post-pandemic 2021-22 season, Big League will remount its acclaimed tour of An American in Paris, premiere its new production of South Pacific, and tour its flagship production of A Christmas Story, The Musical for a seventh holiday season. Future tours include Legally Blonde, Memphis and The Cher Show. For more information, visit www.BigLeague.org.
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Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The MusicalFox Theatre-DetroitNovember 20-23
Little Black Dress
City Theatre
Detroit
November 7-10
Little Black Dress
Performance Dates
Rent
Fall is the perfect time for heading to Detroit and seeing a show. I look forward to it every year. I spend my summers by the pool and at the lake but when those fall colors make their debut there's nothing better than heading to the city for dinner and a show!
Rent the musical is coming to the Fox Theatre on October 11th and 12th! I'm excited about this show because I think its storyline is interesting and the rock music will easily catch my attention.
Rent is a rock musical production based on the music, lyrics, and book by Jonathan Larson. The story is of young artists struggling to survive in the Lower Manhattan's East Village during the thriving days of Bohemian Alphabet City under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. In 1996 Rent won the Tony award for Best Musical.
Show Times
Friday, October 11th 8 PMSaturday, October 12th 2:00 PM
Saturday, October 12th 8:00 PM
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Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood LIVEApril 27 at 2:00 and 5:30 PMFox Theatre-Detroit
The can’t-miss live stage show, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood LIVE! King For A Day, comes to the Fox Theatre for two performances on Saturday, April 27 at 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
In Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood LIVE! King For a Day, audiences “ride along” on an exciting adventure as Daniel learns what it takes to be king.
Produced by Fred Rogers Productions and Mills Entertainment, the engaging, full-scale musical production is filled with magical moments and sing-along fun, and features favorite characters from the Neighborhood of Make-Believe. It’s “royally” a good time for the whole family!
The first TV series inspired by the iconic, award-winning Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood stars 4-year-old Daniel Tiger, who invites young viewers into his world, giving them a kid’s-eye view of his life. One of the key ingredients that makes the series a standout is its
groundbreaking use of catchy musical strategies, grounded in Fred Rogers’ social-emotional curriculum, that reinforce each theme and that preschoolers and parents can sing – and use together – in their daily lives.
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