While the flying cars of The Jetsons aren’t the norm quite yet here on Earth, you know we are headed into a new era when we are allowing robots to perform surgeries, clean our floors and function as conductors.
The Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) will embrace technology in a whole new way on Tuesday, May 13 when Honda’s beloved ASIMO humanoid robot focuses its attention on the DSO’s nationally acclaimed youth music programs by conducting the orchestra as it performs “Impossible Dream” to open a special concert performance with renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma. [ Read more ]
You don’t need to search for a reason to stay awake this weekend: Michigan State’s 48-Hour Arts Marathon Weekend has got you covered.
Featuring two full days of non-stop arts programming, the weekend will showcase the best of the MSU arts scene and offers a unique opportunity for anyone that’s interested to see uninterrupted performances, exhibitions, films and readings. [ Read more ]
GM has released some new information about the release of the Chevrolet Volt. One of the first electric cars to be built in Detroit since the Detroit Electric, this will definitely be one of the biggest launches Detroit has seen in a long time. Here is an update on the development of the electric-powered car.
The biggest news on the Volt’s development thus far is that engineers have come up with an algorithm for testing the durability of the batteries that can simulate 10 years of use — 150,000 miles — in just over two years of testing. Tests using the new algorithm are now going on around the clock in Detroit and Germany. [ Read more ]
May 24, 25 and 26 will bring Detroit alive with sounds from Movement 08: Detroit’s Electronic Music Festival in Hart Plaza. With the Red Bull Music Academy, MySpace promotion and a higher level of production, Movement 08 has also announced discounted tickets on sale now.
The Red Bull Music Academy will join Movement 08 by producing a stage that reflects a broad range of musical talent from around the world. The Red Bull Music Academy Stage will include performances by: Newcleus, Egyptian Lover, Shawn Michaels, James Zabiela, Benny Bennassi, The Cool Kids, Girl Talk, DATABASS (featuring Godfather), Justin Kruse, Tech Itch and Dieselboy. [ Read more ]
I’m not a big TV-watcher, but there are a few shows that I watch religiously. One of them — HBO’s “The Wire” — came to an end last week, and I have no qualms admitting that I am seriously bummed that it is over. A critically-acclaimed crime drama set in Baltimore, “The Wire” was simply one of the best shows on television.
While it doesn’t substitute for another episode or season of the HBO series, Western Michiganites have a chance to prolong their ‘Wire’ experience this evening at Grand Valley State University: as part of Women’s History Month activities, “The Wire” writer Kia Corthron will speak at GVSU about the impact of women in theater, film and television. [ Read more ]
FestiFools is “Ann Arbor’s annual street festival of huge puppets and random acts of April Foolishness.” On April 6 at 4 p.m. sharp, giant papier-mache puppets will take to the streets of Treetown. The second annual event aims to unite students and community volunteers, “to create unique public art that is free and accessible to everyone.”
Relish has more details, noting “there’s no way to prepare for the excitement that awaits you!” A behind-the-scenes exhibit detailing puppet construction will open this Wednesday at the Sweetwaters on Washington. There’s a great pool of photos showcasing last year’s event available on Flickr.
The owner of AJ’s Cafe in Ferndale isn’t looking to set a world record for the amount of green beer his waitstaff serves this St. Patrick’s Day. And he isn’t looking to set a record for the number of leprechaun look-a-likes under one roof, either. Instead, owner A.J. O’Neill hopes to set a world record for being the first restaurant to host 1,000 people singing the Irish tune “Danny Boy” for 50 consecutive hours, according to this C&G New story. [ Read more ]
Like art? Then you may be interested in checking out “Expression is Freedom,” a day-long celebration of local art in all forms, taking place at the University of Michigan-Dearborn next week.
Put on by Lyceum, the literary and fine arts journal at U of M-Dearborn, and the university’s Student Activities Board, “Expression is Freedom” will feature local art, discussions about art, a talent competition and an awards ceremony. The event runs from noon - 8 pm on Tuesday, March 11. [ Read more ]
On March 29, the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) will gleam at GOLD, an evening of art, fashion and music. This inaugural fundraiser is presented by the museum’s New Wave, a MOCAD committee designed to share a common dedication to the arts in Detroit with new audiences. [ Read more ]
This Saturday, the Grand Rapids Ballet makes a one-day stop at the Detroit Opera House to perform two shows of the magical and wonderful Peter Pan. I’ll be there; will you? [ Read more ]
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