Concert halls & amphitheaters / Downtown Ann Arbor (Liberty St)
Michigan Theater
A restored 1928 movie palace on Liberty Street in downtown Ann Arbor, mixing film with concerts, comedy and live events.
01 / The story of this place
Make time for these
The Michigan Theater is run by the nonprofit Michigan & State Theaters, which combines film programming with touring concerts, comedy and live events in the main auditorium. Past performers include Patti Smith, St. Vincent and Bob Dylan; fall 2026 bookings include Kenny Wayne Shepherd and the Glenn Miller Orchestra.
- 1928 movie palace
- Film plus live concerts
- Past shows by Bob Dylan
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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 10, 2026, 4:00 PMMystery Member Matinee
Marquee Arts hosts its Mystery Member Matinee on Tuesday, November 10, at 4 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Tickets are available online.
Nov 10, 2026, 7:00 PMThe Short Films Of David Lynch
The Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor screens The Short Films of David Lynch on Tuesday, November 10, at 7 p.m., presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Nov 10, 2026, 8:00 PMChronovisor
Chronovisor screens on Tuesday, November 10, at 8 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts.
Nov 11, 2026, 7:00 PMBattle Of The Bands: Glenn Miller Orchestra & Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
The Glenn Miller Orchestra and the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra face off on Wednesday, November 11, at 7 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Marquee Arts presents this big band showdown, with tickets available online.
Nov 12, 2026, 5:30 PMVoices of Dissent: Celebrating 250 Years of a People’s History of the United States
Marquee Arts presents Voices of Dissent on Thursday, November 12, at 5:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. The evening celebrates 250 years of a people's history of the United States, and admission is free.
Nov 12, 2026, 7:30 PMThe History of Concrete
The History of Concrete screens Thursday, November 12, at 7:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts: Michigan Theater and State Theatre. Tickets are available online.
Nov 12, 2026, 8:00 PMParis, Texas
Paris, Texas screens on Thursday, November 12, at 8 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts.
Nov 13, 2026, 7:30 PMLalka/The Doll
Lalka/The Doll screens on Friday, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts.
Nov 14, 2026, 10:00 AMSmok Diplodok / The Green Dinosaur
Smok Diplodok, also known as The Green Dinosaur, screens on Saturday, November 14, at 10 a.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts.
Nov 14, 2026, 1:00 PMCicha wędrówka (Silent Drift)
Marquee Arts screens Cicha wędrówka / Silent Drift on Saturday, November 14, at 1 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor.
Nov 14, 2026, 1:30 PMThe True Story of Tamara de Lempicka & The Art of Survival
Marquee Arts presents a screening of The True Story of Tamara de Lempicka & The Art of Survival on Saturday, November 14, at 1:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Tickets are available online.
Nov 14, 2026, 4:00 PMShort Films Program
Marquee Arts presents a program of short films on Saturday, November 14, at 4 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Tickets are available online.
Nov 14, 2026, 6:00 PMJagody/Blueberries
Marquee Arts screens the film Jagody/Blueberries on Saturday, November 14, at 6 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor.
Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PMGodej do mie (Talk to Me)
Godej do mie (Talk to Me) screens Saturday, November 14, at 7 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Nov 14, 2026, 9:00 PMMinistranci / The Altar Boys
Ministranci (The Altar Boys) screens at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor on Saturday, November 14, at 9 p.m., presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Nov 15, 2026, 2:00 PMTaty nie ma / Dad's not Home
Taty nie ma (Dad's not Home) screens on Sunday, November 15, at 2 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts.
Nov 15, 2026, 3:00 PMDom dobry / Home Sweet Home
Dom dobry / Home Sweet Home screens on Sunday, November 15, at 3 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Nov 15, 2026, 7:00 PMTwin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me screens on Sunday, November 15, at 7 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Nov 17, 2026, 5:30 PMTen Times Better / About Face
Marquee Arts presents Ten Times Better / About Face on Tuesday, November 17, at 5:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Admission is free.
Nov 17, 2026, 7:30 PMO Christmas Tea: A British Comedy
O Christmas Tea, a British comedy, screens on Tuesday, November 17, at 7:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. It's presented by Marquee Arts.
Nov 18, 2026, 7:00 PMCozy Craft Club: The Princess Bride
Marquee Arts presents a Cozy Craft Club screening of The Princess Bride on Wednesday, November 18, at 7 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor.
Nov 19, 2026, 5:30 PMJorge Perez: A Conversation
Jorge Perez sits down for a conversation on Thursday, November 19, at 5:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Admission is free.
Nov 19, 2026, 8:00 PMWings of Desire
Wings of Desire screens on Thursday, November 19, at 8 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts.
Nov 20, 2026, 7:00 PMCampus Nights Tour
The Campus Nights Tour comes to the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor on Friday, November 20, at 7 p.m., presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Nov 22, 2026, 7:00 PMA Hidden Life
A Hidden Life screens on Sunday, November 22, at 7 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Nov 24, 2026, 7:00 PMReturn to Reason: Four Films by Man Ray
Marquee Arts screens four films by Man Ray on Tuesday, November 24, at 7 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Tickets are available online.
Nov 25, 2026, 7:00 PMWarren Miller’s Days Off
Warren Miller’s Days Off screens on Wednesday, November 25, at 7 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Nov 27, 2026, 1:00 PMBlue Friday at the Michigan Theater
Marquee Arts, which runs the Michigan Theater and State Theatre, hosts Blue Friday on Friday, November 27, at 1 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Tickets are available online.
Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PMWhite Christmas Sing-Along
Marquee Arts presents a White Christmas sing-along on Friday, November 27, at 7 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Tickets are available through a ticket link.
Nov 29, 2026, 11:00 AMWarner Bros Cartoon Shorts
Warner Bros cartoon shorts hit the screen on Sunday, November 29, at 11 a.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Admission is free.
Nov 29, 2026, 1:30 PMMiracle on 34th Street
Marquee Arts screens Miracle on 34th Street on Sunday, November 29, at 1:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Admission is free.
Dec 4, 2026, 7:00 PMMichael Blaustein: The Taste Me Tour: The Final Leg
Michael Blaustein brings The Taste Me Tour: The Final Leg to the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor on Friday, December 4, at 7 p.m. Marquee Arts presents the night, and tickets are available online.
Dec 4, 2026, 9:30 PMMichael Blaustein: The Taste Me Tour: The Final Leg
Michael Blaustein brings the final leg of his Taste Me Tour to the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor on Friday, December 4, at 9:30 p.m. Marquee Arts is the organizer, and tickets are available online.
Dec 5, 2026, 6:00 PMPeter Billingsley Meet and Greet Add On
Meet Peter Billingsley in person on Saturday, December 5, at 6 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. This meet and greet is an add-on, and tickets are available online.
Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 PMAn Evening With Peter Billingsley: A Christmas Story
Peter Billingsley, the Ralphie of A Christmas Story, comes to the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor on Saturday, December 5, at 7 p.m. Marquee Arts hosts an evening built around the holiday film classic.
Dec 6, 2026, 1:30 PMHome Alone 2
Marquee Arts screens Home Alone 2 on Sunday, December 6, at 1:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, with free admission.
Dec 6, 2026, 6:00 PMThe Michigan Theater Community Film Club - Holiday Nostalgia
Marquee Arts hosts the Community Film Club's Holiday Nostalgia night on Sunday, December 6, at 6 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Admission is free.
Dec 13, 2026, 1:30 PMThe Grinch
Marquee Arts screens The Grinch on Sunday, December 13, at 1:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Admission is free.
Dec 14, 2026, 7:00 PMWorld Ballet Company: The Nutcracker
World Ballet Company brings The Nutcracker to the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor on Monday, December 14, at 7 p.m. The ballet is presented by Marquee Arts, and tickets are available online.
Dec 15, 2026, 7:00 PMWorld Ballet Company: The Nutcracker
World Ballet Company performs The Nutcracker on Tuesday, December 15, at 7 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Marquee Arts hosts the evening, and tickets are available through a ticket link.
Dec 16, 2026, 7:00 PMCozy Craft Club: Klaus
Marquee Arts presents Cozy Craft Club with a screening of Klaus on Wednesday, December 16, at 7 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor.
Dec 20, 2026, 1:30 PMElf
Elf screens on Sunday, December 20, at 1:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Admission is free.
Dec 27, 2026, 11:00 AMThe Lego Movie
The Lego Movie screens on Sunday, December 27, at 11 a.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Admission is free.
Jan 7, 2027, 8:00 PMNirvanna The Band The Show: Season 1 Episode 1-4
Marquee Arts screens the first four episodes of Nirvanna The Band The Show's Season 1 on Thursday, January 7, at 8 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Tickets are available online.
Jan 14, 2027, 8:00 PMNirvanna The Band The Show: Season 1 Episode 5-8
Episodes 5 through 8 of Nirvanna The Band The Show's first season screen on Thursday, January 14, at 8 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts.
Jan 15, 2027, 4:30 PMCameron Winter at Carnegie Hall
Cameron Winter's Carnegie Hall show screens on Friday, January 15, at 4:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts.
Jan 15, 2027, 6:30 PMCameron Winter at Carnegie Hall
Marquee Arts screens Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall on Friday, January 15, at 6:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Tickets are available online.
Jan 15, 2027, 8:30 PMCameron Winter at Carnegie Hall
Cameron Winter's Carnegie Hall show hits the screen on Friday, January 15, at 8:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Jan 16, 2027, 4:30 PMCameron Winter at Carnegie Hall
Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall screens on Saturday, January 16, at 4:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Jan 16, 2027, 6:30 PMCameron Winter at Carnegie Hall
Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall screens Saturday, January 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Jan 16, 2027, 8:30 PMCameron Winter at Carnegie Hall
Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall comes to the screen on Saturday, January 16, at 8:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Jan 17, 2027, 2:30 PMCameron Winter at Carnegie Hall
Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall screens Sunday, January 17, at 2:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts. Tickets are available online.
Jan 17, 2027, 4:30 PMCameron Winter at Carnegie Hall
Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall screens on Sunday, January 17, 2027, at 4:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts.
Jan 17, 2027, 6:30 PMCameron Winter at Carnegie Hall
Marquee Arts presents Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall on Sunday, January 17, at 6:30 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Tickets are available online.
Jan 21, 2027, 8:00 PMNirvanna The Band The Show: Season 2 Episode 1 - 4
The first four episodes of Nirvanna The Band The Show Season 2 screen on Thursday, January 21, at 8 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Marquee Arts presents the screening.
Jan 23, 2027, 7:00 PMArab Xpressions 2027: جذورنا (Our Roots)
Arab Xpressions 2027: Our Roots takes place Saturday, January 23, at 7 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Marquee Arts organizes this evening of cinema and arts.
Jan 28, 2027, 8:00 PMNirvanna The Band The Show: Season 2 Episodes 5–8
Marquee Arts screens Nirvanna The Band The Show, Season 2, Episodes 5 through 8, on Thursday, January 28, at 8 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor. Tickets are available online.
Feb 5, 2027, 8:00 PMVir Das: Hey Stranger
Vir Das brings Hey Stranger to the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor on Friday, February 5, at 8 p.m. Marquee Arts presents the show, and tickets are available online.
Feb 6, 2027, 8:00 PMAll Things Equal: The Life & Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
All Things Equal: The Life & Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg screens on Saturday, February 6, at 8 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts.
Feb 11, 2027, 8:00 PMNirvanna The Band The Show The Movie - On 35mm!
Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie screens on 35mm on Thursday, February 11, at 8 p.m. at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, presented by Marquee Arts.
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