STOMP: For nearly 30 years, this exciting celebration of rhythm and music has wowed audiences worldwide. Energetic performers use everything from garbage cans to hubcaps as percussive instruments, creating a uniquely engaging spectacle that combines rhythm, synchronized movement, and visual comedy. $41+. Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com
JAN. 24–2027 – ART
American Sampler: Activating the Archive: Look back on a time when protest and unrest remade the nation at this new exhibit inside the University of Michigan Museum of Art. Curated in collaboration with the university’s Labadie Collection of political dissent, the exhibit brings together artwork, archival documents, and rare artifacts from the 1950s–1970s. Featured artists include Romare Bearden, Nancy Spero, Félix Gonzalez-Torres, and more. Free. University of Michigan Museum of Art, 525 S State St., Ann Arbor; umma.umich.edu
FEB. 4–15 – THEATER
The Phantom of the Opera: Andrew Lloyd Webber’s haunting and romantic musical about a tortured artist who haunts the depths of the Paris Opera House is one of the most successful touring productions in history, having played to more than 160 million fans in 195 cities since its 1986 debut. $70+. Detroit Opera House, 1526 Broadway St., Detroit; broadwayindetroit.com
MARCH 1–7 – THEATER
The Handmaid’s Tale: Before Margaret Atwood’s classic dystopian fiction novel became a streaming success on Hulu, it inspired a musical by Danish composer Poul Ruders. The fast-paced production takes place in a fictional contemporary America, where a harsh theocratic dictatorship has stripped women of their human rights. $30+. Detroit Opera House, 1526 Broadway St., Detroit; detroitopera.org
MARCH 15 – MUSIC
Cardi B: The Grammy Award-winning rap superstar embarks on her first tour in four years in support of her second studio album, Am I the Drama?, which dropped in September with the lead single “Outside.” The album follows her 2018 debut, Invasion of Privacy, which propelled her to become the first female artist to have 13 songs on the Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously. $99+. Little Caesars Arena, 2645 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com
MARCH 27–28 – MUSIC
Dee Dee Bridgewater: The Grammy and Tony Award-winning jazz vocalist and actress offers two special performances at the Wright Museum of African American History this March. Her accolades include the prestigious Doris Duke Artist Award and induction into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame. $17+. Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E. Warren Ave., Detroit; thewright.org
MARCH 31–APRIL 12 – THEATER
& Juliet: The greatest love story ever told gets a hilarious, feminist update in this musical created by Canadian writer David West Read. Best known for his work on Schitt’s Creek, Read infused the classic tale with modern pop anthems and a new ending for Juliet, who realizes there’s life after Romeo. $46+. Fisher Theatre, 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit; broadwayindetroit.com
APRIL 14–26 – THEATER
Suffs: The Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American heroes who fought for women’s voting rights comes to Detroit’s Fisher Theatre straight from Broadway. Creator Shaina Taub was the first woman to win the Tony Awards for best book and best score in the same season. $116+. Fisher Theatre, 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit; broadwayindetroit.com
APRIL 9–19 – MUSIC
Northern Lights Festival with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra: Visit Finland, Norway, and Denmark by way of symphonic sound at this festival at Orchestra Hall. Featured works include Sibelius’s Violin Concerto, Grieg’s Peer Gynt Suite, and Nielsen’s Symphony No. 5, conducted by Norwegian guest conductor Tabita Berglund. $20+.
Orchestra Hall, 3711 Woodward Ave., Detroit; dso.org
MAY 8 – MUSIC
Mac DeMarco: The reigning king of slacker rock makes a stop at Detroit’s Masonic Temple Theatre in support of his 2025 album, Guitar. The singer-songwriter first burst onto the scene in 2012 with Rock and Roll Night Club, which fused American soul, glam rock, ’50s rock and roll, and new wave. $78+. Masonic Temple Theatre, 500 Temple St., Detroit; axs.com
JULY 24–25 – MUSIC
Morgan Wallen: The country-pop star first rose to fame as a contestant on the sixth season of The Voice. His major label debut, If I Know Me, spent a record-breaking 114 weeks on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. He’ll play hits from his latest release, 2025’s I’m the Problem, at the Big House this summer. $144+. Michigan Stadium, 1201 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; mgoblue.com
SEPT. 13–JAN. 3, 2027 – ART
Georgia O’Keeffe: Architecture: This groundbreaking exhibition at the Detroit Institute of Arts displays 35 of O’Keeffe’s architectural paintings, experimenting with abstract styles seen in her famous floral art. From Manhattan skyscrapers to adobe abodes in New Mexico, the works offer new perspectives on familiar landscapes. Free with museum admission.
Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit; dia.org
SEPT. 20 – MUSIC
Ray LaMontagne: The acclaimed singer-songwriter celebrates the success of his 2024 album, Long Way Home, as well as the 20-year anniversary of his debut album, Trouble, at Detroit’s Fox Theatre with support from Canadian folk band The Weather Station. $53+.…