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Sketch, improv, character bits and guest performers, all in one night. The Thursday Show plays Planet Ant Theatre, 2357 Caniff Street in Hamtramck, on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 8 p.m., built by Planet Ant's in-house Farm Teams. Every show is made fresh around a rotating monthly theme, so no two nights are the same.
Planet Ant Theatre

Grosse Pointe Theatre stages Les Misérables on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at 15001 East Jefferson Avenue in Grosse Pointe Park. It's a big title on Jefferson Avenue, and with ten performances in the run, it's easy to find your date.
Grosse Pointe Theatre

Birmingham Village Players stage Once On This Island on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at 34660 Woodward Avenue in Birmingham. It's live theater right on Woodward, and with six performances in the run, you can pick the date that suits you.
Birmingham Village Players

HLatino Summit hosts an evening recognizing Latino and Hispanic professionals on Thursday, October 1, at 6 p.m. at Candela Detroit in Detroit, with live music, food, and networking plus speakers like Anabelle DiPilla, Andre Arbelaez (Hispanic C-Suite Corporate Council), Cynthia Morfin, and Adriana Diamond (Google Cloud).
Candela Detroit

Planet D Nonet (PD9) is a streamlined version of the big bands from the 1930s, often featuring guest vocalists to expand their performance versatility. Their lineup recalls the earliest big bands during swing's evolution, blending small-group agility with a larger harmonic palette.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Grosse Pointe War Memorial hosts a Harvest Dinner on Wednesday, September 30, at 6:30 p.m. at The War Memorial in Grosse Pointe Farms: a prix fixe menu by Executive Chef Joe Paxton followed by The Aston Neighborhood Pleasure Club. Fall flavors meet early New Orleans–style jazz. Tickets: $85.
The War Memorial

The GUD Band is a live music group from Detroit known for blending soul, blues, and jazz into their energetic performances. Their style incorporates R&B, funk, soul, gospel, and modern hits to create a fresh yet nostalgic sound.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

It's the longest-running improv show in Detroit. The legendary Planet Ant Home Team takes the Black Box stage at Planet Ant Theatre, 2357 Caniff Street in Hamtramck, on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., with openers from the Planet Ant Farm Team and a featured guest troupe. Tickets are $10, and The Ant Jam follows right after.
Planet Ant Theatre

The Senate Theater screens Handmade Future on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 1:40 p.m. at 6424 Michigan Avenue in Detroit. An easy trip to the movies on Michigan Avenue.
Senate Theater

Gale Greenwood is a young painter who'll do anything to land a spot in a highly anticipated art exhibition. Max Wray's one-act drama plays Planet Ant Theatre, 2357 Caniff Street in Hamtramck, on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 8 p.m.. Tickets are $30 online or $35 at the door. Content note: the play deals with self-harm.
Planet Ant Theatre

The Senate Theater puts From Dusk Till Dawn back on the big screen on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 8 p.m.. The 1996 film turns 30, and the screening doubles as a Hispanic Heritage Month event. Head to 6424 Michigan Avenue in Detroit.
Senate Theater

Detroit City FC vs Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC at Keyworth Stadium, Hamtramck.
Keyworth Stadium

Ian Finkelstein is a pianist, producer, DJ, and composer who stands out as a leading figure among Detroit's next generation jazz innovators. Renowned for his virtuosity and dynamic performances, he has gained a diverse audience from Detroit to international stages.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Thornetta Davis is an international singer, songwriter, and independent recording artist with multiple honors including the Detroit Blues Society's Living Lifetime Achievement Award and a star on the Canada South Blues Museum Walk of Fame. She is a multi-time Detroit Music Awards and Blues Music Awards winner and nominee.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Straight Ahead is a groundbreaking, Grammy-nominated all-woman jazz group from Detroit known for strong instrumentalists and vocalists. Their versatile sound spans mainstream jazz, Latin jazz, and jazzy hip-hop with dynamic and joyous live performances.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Demetrius "Krayon" Nabors is a Detroit-based pianist, composer, and producer whose music blends jazz, gospel, classical, and blues styles. Known for his dynamic touch and intuitive improvisation, his playing creates deeply expressive musical moments.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Sean Dobbins began his career as a sought-after jazz sideman in the Detroit area, playing regularly with Blue Note artist Louis Smith. He received notable awards such as the Woody Herman Jazz Award and the Louis Armstrong Scholarship. Dobbins has performed with many celebrated musicians and is known for his hard-driving yet melodic jazz style.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Blou Reed blends jazz improvisation and harmony with strong groove-based rhythms to explore modern musical directions. The band performs original compositions alongside innovative arrangements of well-known jazz standards.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States
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