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Detroit Public Library’s DPL After Dark hosts a lecture on the extraordinary musical legacy of Curtis Mayfield on Tuesday, October 27, at 6 p.m. at Duffield | Detroit Public Library in Detroit. Go if you want a focused dive into the soul legend’s impact.
Duffield | Detroit Public Library

Extra Credit pairs research talks from three University of Michigan professors with top improvisers from hear.say theater on Tuesday, October 27, at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor. Smart prompts turn into on-the-spot scenes. Free, no tickets; live and livestreamed.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

She Wants Revenge plays a dark-alternative set on Tuesday, October 27, at 8 p.m. at the Magic Stick in Detroit. The duo behind “Tear You Apart” returns with a revamped lineup and fresh 3rd‑wave goth energy; tickets available online.
Magic Stick

The Wrecks play an alternative pop-rock show on Wednesday, October 28, at 6 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre in Detroit. They’re touring behind Sonder with openers Worry Club and Kid Sistr. Tickets available via the Majestic.
The Majestic Theatre

Kasan Belgrave and Session — concert at Cliff Bell’s, Detroit.
Cliff Bell’s

Haggis X-1 hits The Ark in Ann Arbor on Wednesday, October 28, at 8 p.m., mixing Enter the Haggis favorites like “One Last Drink” with new Celtic rock. Tickets $35.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Tosha Owens is a multiple award-winning Detroit-born singer known for her unique blend of Blues, Rock, Funk, and R&B, distinctive fedora, and hand fan. Her powerful voice is often compared to Gladys Knight, Etta James, Chaka Khan, and Janis Joplin, making her performances uniquely memorable.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

UK punk originators The Damned play Thursday, October 29, at 6 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre in Detroit, with The Flamin' Groovies and The Courettes. Expect garage/psyche/goth-tinged punk from across their catalog. Tickets available.
The Majestic Theatre

DJ Moppy spins a DJ set on Thursday, October 29, at 6 p.m. at Detroit Shipping Company in Detroit. Easygoing evening tunes in a central spot.
Detroit Shipping Company

The River and Roots Choir sings on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center, 2755 East Napier Avenue in Benton Harbor. A night of choral music from Lake Michigan College.
Lake Michigan College Mendel Center

Michigan Tech Jazz dives into Charles Mingus on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at the Rozsa Backstage in Houghton, with R&D Jazz Band (Drew Kilpela) and JazTec (Adam Meckler). General admission, Pay As You’re Able ($20 full fee).
Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Backstage

Michigan singer-songwriter Kylee Phillips celebrates her first full-length on Thursday, October 29, at 8 p.m. at The Ark in Ann Arbor with a full-band set. Expect dense guitars, drums, and synths. Tickets are $29; online/phone prices include MUTO’s fee, or buy in person at The Ark box office with no added fees.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Local rippers Blackmail, The Zotz, and Dirty Mind Detroit play a fall rock bill on Thursday, October 29, at 8 p.m. at PJ's Lager House in Detroit. Three Detroit bands, one stage; tickets $10.
PJ's Lager House

Detroit Symphony Orchestra hosts a free, sensory-friendly open rehearsal on Friday, October 30, at 1:30 p.m. at Orchestra Hall in Detroit. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look as the DSO prepares the Young People’s Family Concert Halloween program.
Orchestra Hall

Michigan Tech Jazz dives into Charles Mingus on Friday, October 30, at 7:30 p.m. at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Backstage in Houghton, with the Jazz Lab Band and Workshop Brass Band led by Adam Meckler. Expect hard-grooving charts and lots of solos; general admission with Pay As You’re Able pricing.
Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Backstage

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Lucy Kaplansky plays The Ark in Ann Arbor on Friday, October 30, at 8 p.m., bringing songs from her new retrospective, The Lucy Story. Tickets are $29; online/phone prices include fees, while in-person box office purchases have no added fees.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Flagman (alternative/funk metal) plays Friday, October 30, at 8 p.m. with special guest SUMPP at After Hours at Brooklyn Detroit in Detroit. It’s the Lager House sister room; tickets are $15 advance, $20 at the door.
After Hours at Brooklyn Detroit

Miss Paula & The Candy Bandits play a high-energy, family-friendly punk rock show on Saturday, October 31, at 10 a.m. at The Cube at the Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center in Detroit. Interactive tunes and storytelling for little listeners. Tickets: $12.60.
The Cube, Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center
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