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John Patrick Shanley’s "Doubt, a Parable" is a thought-provoking battle of wills. We reviewed PTD Productions' staging of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, directed by Josiah Jackson, which runs through February 21 at the Riverside Arts Center in Ypsilanti.
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February 13, 2026 at 7:28 PM
John Patrick Shanley’s "Doubt, a Parable" is a thought-provoking battle of wills. We reviewed PTD Productions' staging of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, directed by Josiah Jackson, which runs through February 21 at the Riverside Arts Center in Ypsilanti.
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pulp.aadl.org/node/666302
The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.
This week:
Winged Wheel, Marcus Elliot, Michael Skib, Dennis Proctor, Mordake, Deluxe Batons, Kelsey., Othercast, Colin Stetson, Mei Semones, and PRISM Quartet.
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This week:
Winged Wheel, Marcus Elliot, Michael Skib, Dennis Proctor, Mordake, Deluxe Batons, Kelsey., Othercast, Colin Stetson, Mei Semones, and PRISM Quartet.
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February 13, 2026 at 4:58 PM
The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.
This week:
Winged Wheel, Marcus Elliot, Michael Skib, Dennis Proctor, Mordake, Deluxe Batons, Kelsey., Othercast, Colin Stetson, Mei Semones, and PRISM Quartet.
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This week:
Winged Wheel, Marcus Elliot, Michael Skib, Dennis Proctor, Mordake, Deluxe Batons, Kelsey., Othercast, Colin Stetson, Mei Semones, and PRISM Quartet.
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A viral video tests friendships in Lillian Li’s new novel, “Bad Asians." We spoke to the Ann Arbor author about her writing process & 2nd novel ahead of her reading at the Michigan Union’s Rogel Ballroom on Tue., Feb. 17, 7 pm, presented by @literatibookstore.bsky.social.
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February 12, 2026 at 6:03 PM
A viral video tests friendships in Lillian Li’s new novel, “Bad Asians." We spoke to the Ann Arbor author about her writing process & 2nd novel ahead of her reading at the Michigan Union’s Rogel Ballroom on Tue., Feb. 17, 7 pm, presented by @literatibookstore.bsky.social.
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pulp.aadl.org/node/666279
Boogie-Woogie Birthday:
Mark Braun recovers from hand surgery and celebrates his big day with a performance at Kerrytown Concert House. We spoke to the Ann Arbor pianist ahead of his February 13 show, which will feature a collaboration with drummer Ali Jackson. pulp.aadl.org/node/666280
Mark Braun recovers from hand surgery and celebrates his big day with a performance at Kerrytown Concert House. We spoke to the Ann Arbor pianist ahead of his February 13 show, which will feature a collaboration with drummer Ali Jackson. pulp.aadl.org/node/666280
February 12, 2026 at 2:54 PM
Boogie-Woogie Birthday:
Mark Braun recovers from hand surgery and celebrates his big day with a performance at Kerrytown Concert House. We spoke to the Ann Arbor pianist ahead of his February 13 show, which will feature a collaboration with drummer Ali Jackson. pulp.aadl.org/node/666280
Mark Braun recovers from hand surgery and celebrates his big day with a performance at Kerrytown Concert House. We spoke to the Ann Arbor pianist ahead of his February 13 show, which will feature a collaboration with drummer Ali Jackson. pulp.aadl.org/node/666280
“One Track Mind” features a Washtenaw County artist or band discussing one song from their latest release. Athletic Mic League’s 3Steez discusses the track “Stand Up!” from his boom-bap hip-hop album, “The Lover & The Fighter: Ninja.”
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February 11, 2026 at 2:33 PM
“One Track Mind” features a Washtenaw County artist or band discussing one song from their latest release. Athletic Mic League’s 3Steez discusses the track “Stand Up!” from his boom-bap hip-hop album, “The Lover & The Fighter: Ninja.”
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665951
Afrodiasporic Verse:
Aaron Coleman's recent poetry books look to the past to unlock possibilities for the future. We spoke to the University of Michigan professor about "Red Wilderness" and "The Great Zoo" (a translation of Nicolás Guillén’s 1967 book "El gran zoo").
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Aaron Coleman's recent poetry books look to the past to unlock possibilities for the future. We spoke to the University of Michigan professor about "Red Wilderness" and "The Great Zoo" (a translation of Nicolás Guillén’s 1967 book "El gran zoo").
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February 10, 2026 at 9:44 PM
Afrodiasporic Verse:
Aaron Coleman's recent poetry books look to the past to unlock possibilities for the future. We spoke to the University of Michigan professor about "Red Wilderness" and "The Great Zoo" (a translation of Nicolás Guillén’s 1967 book "El gran zoo").
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Aaron Coleman's recent poetry books look to the past to unlock possibilities for the future. We spoke to the University of Michigan professor about "Red Wilderness" and "The Great Zoo" (a translation of Nicolás Guillén’s 1967 book "El gran zoo").
pulp.aadl.org/node/666234
Purple Rose Theatre's "The Classic King" is a detailed comedy-drama set in the used-car world. We reviewed the Jeff Daniels-directed play, written by Richard Johnson, which runs through March 15 in Chelsea. Plus, watch Daniels' interview with PBS Detroit about the show.
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February 9, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Purple Rose Theatre's "The Classic King" is a detailed comedy-drama set in the used-car world. We reviewed the Jeff Daniels-directed play, written by Richard Johnson, which runs through March 15 in Chelsea. Plus, watch Daniels' interview with PBS Detroit about the show.
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665942
The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.
This week:
Ki5, Lorian Janine, Dave & Kristi, Michael Pardo, Rosary, Minus9, Rawhide, Grandmaster Rodimus, Lucky 17, and Fearless Amaretto.
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This week:
Ki5, Lorian Janine, Dave & Kristi, Michael Pardo, Rosary, Minus9, Rawhide, Grandmaster Rodimus, Lucky 17, and Fearless Amaretto.
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February 6, 2026 at 3:53 PM
The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.
This week:
Ki5, Lorian Janine, Dave & Kristi, Michael Pardo, Rosary, Minus9, Rawhide, Grandmaster Rodimus, Lucky 17, and Fearless Amaretto.
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This week:
Ki5, Lorian Janine, Dave & Kristi, Michael Pardo, Rosary, Minus9, Rawhide, Grandmaster Rodimus, Lucky 17, and Fearless Amaretto.
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Lynn Galbreath’s new exhibit at the University of Michigan’s North Campus Research Complex combines paintings that draw on travel, commercialism, and communications. We spoke to the artist about the exhibit, which runs through April 24.
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February 5, 2026 at 3:14 PM
Lynn Galbreath’s new exhibit at the University of Michigan’s North Campus Research Complex combines paintings that draw on travel, commercialism, and communications. We spoke to the artist about the exhibit, which runs through April 24.
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665872
Terry Swafford's new exhibit at the University of Michigan's North Campus Research Complex captures a specific side of Detroit. We spoke to the painter & home renovation expert about "On Site: Paintings From Detroit’s East Side (2015-2025)," which runs through April 24.
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665841
February 4, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Terry Swafford's new exhibit at the University of Michigan's North Campus Research Complex captures a specific side of Detroit. We spoke to the painter & home renovation expert about "On Site: Paintings From Detroit’s East Side (2015-2025)," which runs through April 24.
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665841
Memory Cares:
A film & a play about dementia are coming to Ann Arbor: Rea Tajiri's 2023 documentary "Wisdom Gone Wild" screens at the Michigan Theater on Feb. 10 & Rick Sperling's one-person play, "A Joyride in Memory Care," is at the Forge Theater, Feb. 20-22.
More info:
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A film & a play about dementia are coming to Ann Arbor: Rea Tajiri's 2023 documentary "Wisdom Gone Wild" screens at the Michigan Theater on Feb. 10 & Rick Sperling's one-person play, "A Joyride in Memory Care," is at the Forge Theater, Feb. 20-22.
More info:
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February 3, 2026 at 10:28 PM
Memory Cares:
A film & a play about dementia are coming to Ann Arbor: Rea Tajiri's 2023 documentary "Wisdom Gone Wild" screens at the Michigan Theater on Feb. 10 & Rick Sperling's one-person play, "A Joyride in Memory Care," is at the Forge Theater, Feb. 20-22.
More info:
pulp.aadl.org/node/665870
A film & a play about dementia are coming to Ann Arbor: Rea Tajiri's 2023 documentary "Wisdom Gone Wild" screens at the Michigan Theater on Feb. 10 & Rick Sperling's one-person play, "A Joyride in Memory Care," is at the Forge Theater, Feb. 20-22.
More info:
pulp.aadl.org/node/665870
Theatre Nova's "Kayak" combines comedy, character studies, and current events. We reviewed the Jordan Hall-penned play, which runs through February 22 in Ann Arbor.
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February 2, 2026 at 5:22 PM
Theatre Nova's "Kayak" combines comedy, character studies, and current events. We reviewed the Jordan Hall-penned play, which runs through February 22 in Ann Arbor.
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665833
The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.
This week:
Michael Skib, The Great Homesickness, Ekanti, Atomic Bombcatz, DJ FLP, Placid Angles, Youth Novel, Diont'e Visible, and Crypt Watcher.
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This week:
Michael Skib, The Great Homesickness, Ekanti, Atomic Bombcatz, DJ FLP, Placid Angles, Youth Novel, Diont'e Visible, and Crypt Watcher.
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January 30, 2026 at 4:29 PM
The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.
This week:
Michael Skib, The Great Homesickness, Ekanti, Atomic Bombcatz, DJ FLP, Placid Angles, Youth Novel, Diont'e Visible, and Crypt Watcher.
pulp.aadl.org/node/664775
This week:
Michael Skib, The Great Homesickness, Ekanti, Atomic Bombcatz, DJ FLP, Placid Angles, Youth Novel, Diont'e Visible, and Crypt Watcher.
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Colorful Bouquet:
Naming All the Flowers I Could's new multidisciplinary "All the Flowers Festival" celebrates queer and female artists. Learn about the theater, music, dance, drag, and other events happening on U-Mich's North Campus, February 4-7.
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Naming All the Flowers I Could's new multidisciplinary "All the Flowers Festival" celebrates queer and female artists. Learn about the theater, music, dance, drag, and other events happening on U-Mich's North Campus, February 4-7.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Colorful Bouquet:
Naming All the Flowers I Could's new multidisciplinary "All the Flowers Festival" celebrates queer and female artists. Learn about the theater, music, dance, drag, and other events happening on U-Mich's North Campus, February 4-7.
pulp.aadl.org/node/665751
Naming All the Flowers I Could's new multidisciplinary "All the Flowers Festival" celebrates queer and female artists. Learn about the theater, music, dance, drag, and other events happening on U-Mich's North Campus, February 4-7.
pulp.aadl.org/node/665751
“One Track Mind” features a Washtenaw County artist or band discussing one song from their latest release. Ann Arbor singer-songwriter Corazon Szell discusses the track, "North Ingalls Street" from North Ingall's debut album, "To Be Loved Back."
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665726
January 28, 2026 at 2:31 PM
“One Track Mind” features a Washtenaw County artist or band discussing one song from their latest release. Ann Arbor singer-songwriter Corazon Szell discusses the track, "North Ingalls Street" from North Ingall's debut album, "To Be Loved Back."
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665726
"The Smoke, the Ghost, the Balm" exhibit, which runs Jan. 30 to Feb. 28 at Ann Arbor's CLUSTER Museum, "pays homage to the residue that rises from disappearances & forced erasures." Artists: Quinn A. Hunter (Ann Arbor), Eleanor Oakes (Detroit) & Haley Darya Parsa (NYC).
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665720
January 27, 2026 at 6:44 PM
"The Smoke, the Ghost, the Balm" exhibit, which runs Jan. 30 to Feb. 28 at Ann Arbor's CLUSTER Museum, "pays homage to the residue that rises from disappearances & forced erasures." Artists: Quinn A. Hunter (Ann Arbor), Eleanor Oakes (Detroit) & Haley Darya Parsa (NYC).
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665720
Jazz pianist and U-M professor Ellen Rowe released a new album, was given an award, and quietly revealed a big announcement. Find out more, check out Rowe's "Vinton's Cove" record, and watch select live performances.
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January 26, 2026 at 6:27 PM
Jazz pianist and U-M professor Ellen Rowe released a new album, was given an award, and quietly revealed a big announcement. Find out more, check out Rowe's "Vinton's Cove" record, and watch select live performances.
pulp.aadl.org/node/665707
@umichsmtd.bsky.social
pulp.aadl.org/node/665707
@umichsmtd.bsky.social
The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.
This week:
Joanna Sterling, Moonmill, Lydia Lato, Tension Splash, Dancers, Rawhide, Hey Look Listen, The Minor Pieces, microplastique, Kid Jay, and Chirp.
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This week:
Joanna Sterling, Moonmill, Lydia Lato, Tension Splash, Dancers, Rawhide, Hey Look Listen, The Minor Pieces, microplastique, Kid Jay, and Chirp.
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January 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.
This week:
Joanna Sterling, Moonmill, Lydia Lato, Tension Splash, Dancers, Rawhide, Hey Look Listen, The Minor Pieces, microplastique, Kid Jay, and Chirp.
pulp.aadl.org/node/665673
This week:
Joanna Sterling, Moonmill, Lydia Lato, Tension Splash, Dancers, Rawhide, Hey Look Listen, The Minor Pieces, microplastique, Kid Jay, and Chirp.
pulp.aadl.org/node/665673
For our new series, "One Track Mind," we’re asking an artist to discuss one song from their latest release. Ann Arbor singer-songwriter Rik Strange highlights the track “West Park” from her debut EP, “Angelclown.”
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665622
January 21, 2026 at 5:12 PM
For our new series, "One Track Mind," we’re asking an artist to discuss one song from their latest release. Ann Arbor singer-songwriter Rik Strange highlights the track “West Park” from her debut EP, “Angelclown.”
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665622
Microphone Fiends:
A new improv competition celebrates spontaneous songwriting. Find out more about "Mic Drop," which debuts at 6:30 pm on Sunday, January 25, at hear.say brewing and theater in Ann Arbor.
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A new improv competition celebrates spontaneous songwriting. Find out more about "Mic Drop," which debuts at 6:30 pm on Sunday, January 25, at hear.say brewing and theater in Ann Arbor.
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January 20, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Microphone Fiends:
A new improv competition celebrates spontaneous songwriting. Find out more about "Mic Drop," which debuts at 6:30 pm on Sunday, January 25, at hear.say brewing and theater in Ann Arbor.
pulp.aadl.org/node/665592
A new improv competition celebrates spontaneous songwriting. Find out more about "Mic Drop," which debuts at 6:30 pm on Sunday, January 25, at hear.say brewing and theater in Ann Arbor.
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While I was under the weather and couldn't attend the opening, I'm thrilled to have my work noted in this piece from @pulp.aadl.org about the exhibition! If you're in the area, it's worth seeing some of the stunning work on display from our community of Black artists in Washtenaw
Running through February 27 at Riverside Arts Center’s North Gallery, the fourth annual “Black Artist Exhibit,” themed “Embracing Unity Through Art,” celebrates the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and honors Black History Month.
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665585
January 20, 2026 at 1:52 AM
While I was under the weather and couldn't attend the opening, I'm thrilled to have my work noted in this piece from @pulp.aadl.org about the exhibition! If you're in the area, it's worth seeing some of the stunning work on display from our community of Black artists in Washtenaw
Running through February 27 at Riverside Arts Center’s North Gallery, the fourth annual “Black Artist Exhibit,” themed “Embracing Unity Through Art,” celebrates the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and honors Black History Month.
pulp.aadl.org/node/665585
pulp.aadl.org/node/665585
January 19, 2026 at 6:57 PM
Running through February 27 at Riverside Arts Center’s North Gallery, the fourth annual “Black Artist Exhibit,” themed “Embracing Unity Through Art,” celebrates the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and honors Black History Month.
pulp.aadl.org/node/665585
pulp.aadl.org/node/665585
The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.
This week:
October Babies, Laughing Hyenas, Bill Edwards, Larkn, Craig Taborn, Dre Dav and Mo Grease, Sigidy, Ryan Gerald, Kelsey., Studio Lounge, Benji Robot, and George Mashour.
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This week:
October Babies, Laughing Hyenas, Bill Edwards, Larkn, Craig Taborn, Dre Dav and Mo Grease, Sigidy, Ryan Gerald, Kelsey., Studio Lounge, Benji Robot, and George Mashour.
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January 16, 2026 at 5:28 PM
The Radar tracks new music by Washtenaw County-associated artists and labels.
This week:
October Babies, Laughing Hyenas, Bill Edwards, Larkn, Craig Taborn, Dre Dav and Mo Grease, Sigidy, Ryan Gerald, Kelsey., Studio Lounge, Benji Robot, and George Mashour.
pulp.aadl.org/node/664758
This week:
October Babies, Laughing Hyenas, Bill Edwards, Larkn, Craig Taborn, Dre Dav and Mo Grease, Sigidy, Ryan Gerald, Kelsey., Studio Lounge, Benji Robot, and George Mashour.
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The Destroy All Monsters exhibit at Cranbrook gathers artifacts from the avant-garde 1970s-'80s Ann Arbor art & music collective. We spoke to co-founder Cary Loren about "Mythic Chaos: 50 Years of Destroy All Monsters."
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January 15, 2026 at 3:53 PM
The Destroy All Monsters exhibit at Cranbrook gathers artifacts from the avant-garde 1970s-'80s Ann Arbor art & music collective. We spoke to co-founder Cary Loren about "Mythic Chaos: 50 Years of Destroy All Monsters."
pulp.aadl.org/node/665310
@cranbrookartmuseum.bsky.social
@bookbeat.bsky.social
pulp.aadl.org/node/665310
@cranbrookartmuseum.bsky.social
@bookbeat.bsky.social
"Beyond the Cover: Celebrating Local Art" highlights the creatives behind the Chelsea District Library's newsletter fronts. The exhibit runs through February 27 at Gallery 100 in Chelsea.
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665440
January 14, 2026 at 8:45 PM
"Beyond the Cover: Celebrating Local Art" highlights the creatives behind the Chelsea District Library's newsletter fronts. The exhibit runs through February 27 at Gallery 100 in Chelsea.
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pulp.aadl.org/node/665440