Concert halls & amphitheaters / Downtown Muskegon
Frauenthal Center
Muskegon's historic downtown performing arts center, built around the 1,725-seat Frauenthal Theater.
01 / The story of this place
Make time for these
Besides the main hall, the center includes the 169-seat Beardsley Theater, a ballroom and the Frau Lounge. It presents touring concerts, comedy, ballet and the West Michigan Symphony's season.
- 1,725-seat Frauenthal Theater
- West Michigan Symphony season
- Frau Lounge and ballroom
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Sources & fact check · Checked: 2026-09-25
An independently written bilingual guide. This collection is not an attendance-based ranking.
03 / Events
Events at this place
Published events automatically linked from our event guide. Times are local to the venue.
Nov 13, 2026, 7:30 PMTchaikovsky Violin Concerto: Vadim Gluzman at Muskegon's Frauenthal Theater
Fiery runs and tender melodies: world-renowned violinist Vadim Gluzman plays Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., with Scott Speck conducting. Dvořák's Symphony No. 8 and Coleman's Seven O'Clock Shout round out the evening.
Nov 13, 2026, 8:00 PMTeddy Petty & The Refugees: a Tom Petty tribute at Muskegon's Beardsley Theater
Tom Petty's songs, live, with that Rickenbacker ring: Teddy Petty & The Refugees play the Beardsley Theater in Muskegon on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 8 p.m.. Billed as America's longest touring Tom Petty tribute, they've been on the road for more than 14 years, with Stevie Nicks, George Harrison and Roy Orbison parts in the mix too.
Nov 14, 2026, 7:30 PMShe Said What?! An Unladylike Night of Comedy at Muskegon's Frauenthal Theater
Grab your friends: She Said What?! An Unladylike Night of Comedy brings a lineup of hilarious women to the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.. Kerri Louise headlines, with Michigan's Alexa Stanton and Detroit-grown Toi TooTall. Sharp wit, relatable stories, loud laughs.
Nov 15, 2026, 3:00 PMWhere The Wild Things Are: free family movie day at Muskegon's Frauenthal Theater
Free family movie day in Muskegon: Where The Wild Things Are hits the big screen at the historic Frauenthal Theater on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 3 p.m.. Young Max sails off to an island of Wild Things and gets crowned king. Expect themed activities, surprises and film-inspired snacks, and let them know you're coming.
Nov 17, 2026, 7:00 PMThe Big Read: Dave Eggers author talk at Muskegon's Frauenthal Theater
Acclaimed author Dave Eggers, the featured writer for the Big Read Muskegon, comes to the Frauenthal Theater on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 7 p.m.. He sits down with Muskegon Community College English faculty member Sean Colcleasure, then takes questions and signs books in the lobby. It's free and open to all; sign up at MADL.org/BR.
Nov 20, 2026, 8:00 AMIt's a Wonderful Life: George Bailey's Christmas at Muskegon's Beardsley Theater
George Bailey's dreams got buried under family duty and civic obligation, until a guardian angel shows up on Christmas Eve to show him what the world would look like without him. It's a Wonderful Life takes the stage at the Beardsley Theater in Muskegon on Friday, November 20, 2026, at 8 a.m., a stage take on the celebrated film.
Nov 20, 2026, 7:30 PMO Christmas Tea: A British Comedy: James & Jamesy at Muskegon's Frauenthal Theater
Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean and Dr. Seuss, grab your teacups: James & Jamesy bring O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy to the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon on Friday, November 20, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.. When their Christmas tea party floods the world with tea, they sweep the whole audience out to sea.
Dec 2, 2026, 7:00 PMAmerica's Tallest Singing Christmas Tree
The Mona Shores High School Choir and Orchestra kick off the 42nd annual America's Tallest Singing Christmas Tree on Wednesday, December 2, at 7 p.m. at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon. Shows run through Saturday, December 5, with students singing from inside a 67-foot tree lit by more than 25,000 lights.
Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PMTheatre Of Night: A Christmas Rock Experience
Michigan band Theatre Of Night plays a Christmas rock show on Friday, December 11, at 7 p.m. at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon. Expect heavy guitars, classical textures and a theatrical stage show.
Dec 12, 2026, 4:00 PMThe Nutcracker: West Michigan Youth Ballet at Muskegon's Frauenthal Theater
Clara and her Nutcracker prince head off on a magical adventure in Muskegon: West Michigan Youth Ballet dances The Nutcracker at the Frauenthal Theater, all gold and crushed velvet, on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at 4 p.m.. Tchaikovsky's score, dazzling choreography, for all ages. About two hours with one intermission.
Dec 13, 2026, 2:00 PMSister's Christmas Catechism: whatever happened to the Magi's gold? At the Beardsley Theater
Sister takes on a holiday cold case at Muskegon's Beardsley Theater on Sunday, December 13, 2026, at 2 p.m.: whatever happened to the Magi's gold? From the author of Late Nite Catechism, this “CSI: Bethlehem” comedy has Sister retelling the nativity with her own scientific tools, a local choir and a few audience members pulled in to help. Presented by Entertainment Events.
Dec 18, 2026, 7:30 PMHome for the Holidays: orchestra, youth choirs and Santa at the Frauenthal Theater
Scott Speck and the WMS bring their annual holiday celebration, Home for the Holidays, to Muskegon's Frauenthal Theater on Friday, December 18, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.. Expect a full orchestra, tenor Darryl Williams, two youth choirs, a sing-along and a visit from Santa. Subscriptions and single tickets are on sale online or at 231-726-3231.
Dec 18, 2026, 7:30 PMChristmas with C.S. Lewis: Christmas Eve at Lewis' home, at the Beardsley Theater
Spend Christmas Eve at C.S. Lewis' home near Oxford at Muskegon's Beardsley Theater on Friday, December 18, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.. Lewis shares stories with a group of Americans and reveals how his friendship with J.R.R. Tolkien changed the way he understood and celebrated Christmas. A heartfelt holiday story about faith and friendship, presented by Emery Entertainment.
Dec 20, 2026, 3:00 PMHome Alone, free on the big screen: Family Movie Day at the Frauenthal Theater
Home Alone plays free on the big screen at Muskegon's historic Frauenthal Theater on Sunday, December 20, 2026, at 3 p.m.. Kevin McCallister gets left behind when his family flies to Paris for Christmas and has to defend the house from two bumbling burglars. Expect themed activities, surprises and snacks inspired by the film; just let them know you're coming.
Jan 8, 2027, 7:30 PMA Night Out with Brena: a party band and happy hour at the Frauenthal Theater
Brena throws a party at Muskegon's Frauenthal Theater on Friday, January 8, 2027, at 7:30 p.m.. The Michigan party band brings six musicians, guitars, drums, horns, violin and keys, and a mix of timeless classics, current hits and dance-floor favorites. Come early for happy hour with drink specials from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Jan 9, 2027, 7:30 PMDixon's Violin: a one-man symphony on five-string electric violin at the Beardsley Theater
Dixon turns the violin into a one-man symphony at Muskegon's Beardsley Theater on Saturday, January 9, 2027, at 7:30 p.m.. On his custom five-string electric violin with a live looping rig, he layers melodies, harmonies and beats in real time. He's played everywhere from TED Talks to Burning Man to Electric Forest.
Jan 15, 2027, 7:30 PMThe Lifespan of a Fact: facts versus truth on the Frauenthal Theater's Black Box stage
The Lifespan of a Fact plays the Frauenthal Theater's Black Box stage, 425 West Western Avenue in Muskegon, on Friday, January 15, 2027, at 7:30 p.m.. A fresh-out-of-Harvard fact checker and a gifted writer go head-to-head over an essay that could save a sinking New York magazine, in a comedic yet gripping fight over facts versus truth.
Jan 29, 2027, 7:30 PMBeethoven & Blue Jeans: the Eroica and Piano Concerto No. 4 at the Frauenthal Theater
Beethoven's heroic, dramatic side takes over Muskegon's Frauenthal Theater on Friday, January 29, 2027, at 7:30 p.m.. Matthew Kraemer conducts and Clayton Stephenson plays piano in a program of the Egmont Overture, Piano Concerto No. 4 and Symphony No. 3, “Eroica.” Subscriptions are on sale online or at 231-726-3231.
Jan 30, 2027, 7:30 PMFleetwood Gold - America's Fleetwood Mac Experience
Fleetwood Gold, one of America’s top Fleetwood Mac tribute bands, plays at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon on Saturday, January 30, 2027, at 7:30 p.m. They bring the iconic '70s and '80s hits back with perfect harmonies and authentic sound.
Jan 31, 2027, 3:00 PMNight at the Museum
Frauenthal Center hosts a free family movie day on Sunday, January 31, at 3 p.m. at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon, with Night at the Museum on the big screen. Admission is free, and they ask you to let them know you're coming.
Feb 12, 2027, 7:30 PMThe Importance of Being Earnest
Oscar Wilde's classic comedy The Importance of Being Earnest opens Friday, February 12, at 7:30 p.m. at the Beardsley Theater in Muskegon, presented by the Frauenthal Center. It runs through Saturday, February 27. Tickets are available online.
Feb 26, 2027, 7:30 PMWild Wild WMS
Conductor Scott Speck leads a Wild West-themed orchestral program on Friday, February 26, at 7:30 p.m. at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon. Bassoonist Chloe Robbins solos, and the lineup runs from western movie themes to Copland's Billy the Kid.
Feb 28, 2027, 3:00 PMBlack Panther
Frauenthal Center hosts a free Family Movie Day on Sunday, February 28, at 3 p.m., screening Black Panther on the big screen at Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon. Bring the family; admission is free.
Mar 5, 2027, 7:30 PMRUBY – The Musical
Nate and Michael Jacobs' musical RUBY opens Friday, March 5, at 7:30 p.m. at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon and runs through Sunday, March 7. It brings the true 1952 story of Ruby McCollum to the stage. Tickets are available online.
Mar 11, 2027, 7:00 PMSober Comedy Night: Shama Mrema
Shama Mrema, the comedian, actor and musician behind a string of viral sketches, takes the stage Thursday, March 11, 2027, at 7 p.m. at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon. It's a clean comedy night with proceeds going to Fresh Coast Alliance. Tickets are available online.
Mar 19, 2027, 7:30 PMCeltic Spirit with fiddler Eileen Ivers
Eileen Ivers, the music star of Riverdance and a nine-time All-Ireland Fiddle Champion, plays the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon on Friday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m. Scott Speck conducts this Celtic music concert.
Mar 21, 2027, 3:00 PMThe Greatest Showman (Sing-Along)
The Frauenthal Center hosts a free family movie day on Sunday, March 21, at 3 p.m. at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon, with a sing-along screening of The Greatest Showman. Admission is free, and they ask that you let them know you're coming.
Apr 16, 2027, 7:30 PMWater Reflections
Conductor Scott Speck leads Water Reflections on Friday, April 16, at 7:30 p.m. at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon. The program follows water from serene calm to breathtaking grandeur.
Apr 17, 2027, 7:00 PMDance PlayHouse: Liminal
Dance PlayHouse presents Liminal, an evening of modern and contemporary dance, on Saturday, April 17, at 7 p.m. at Beardsley Theater in Muskegon. More than a dozen professional dancers perform, with tickets running $10 to $30.
Apr 18, 2027, 3:00 PMThe Secret Life of Pets: Free Family Movie Day
Frauenthal Center hosts a free family movie day on Sunday, April 18, at 3 p.m., screening The Secret Life of Pets at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon. Admission is free, and organizers ask you to let them know you're coming.
Apr 29, 2027, 7:30 PMMatilda
The Tony Award-winning Matilda the Musical runs from Thursday, April 29, at 7:30 p.m. through Sunday, May 2, at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon, presented by the Frauenthal Center. Based on Roald Dahl's story, it follows a brilliant girl with a rebellious streak; tickets are available online.
May 16, 2027, 3:00 PMThe Princess Bride
Frauenthal Center's Free Family Movie Day shows The Princess Bride on the big screen on Sunday, May 16, at 3 p.m. at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon. Bring the family; admission is free.
Jun 4, 2027, 7:30 PMRachmaninoff & Tchaikovsky
Conductor Scott Speck and pianist Zlata Chochieva bring an all-Russian program to the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon on Friday, June 4, at 7:30 p.m. Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 3 is the centerpiece.
Jun 11, 2027, 7:30 PMA Taste of Ireland
A Taste of Ireland, an Irish music and dance show, comes to the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon on Friday, June 11, 2027, at 7:30 p.m. Former World Irish dance champions and performers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance bring the energy of modern Ireland to the stage. Tickets are available online.
Jun 26, 2027, 8:00 PMHenry Cho: It’s What I Do
Comedian Henry Cho, a Grand Ole Opry member known from TV and radio, takes the stage on Saturday, June 26, 2027, at 8 p.m. at the Frauenthal Theater in Muskegon. Expect clean, clever stand-up, with tickets available online.
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