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Ticket Prices
| Ticket Type | Season TIcket | Individual Ticket |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Nights (includes afterglow) | $160 | $37 |
| General Adult Admission | $135 | $32 |
| General Senior Admission | $110 | $27 |
| General Student Admission | $75 | $17 |
Current & Upcoming Productions
Breaking Laws to Gain Freedom: Liberating Stories from Detroit
Ann Eskridge, Gail Parrish, Forest Hudson, Maureen Paraventi, and Shawntai Brown
November 8, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Breaking Laws to Gain Freedom: Liberating Stories from Detroit is a theatrical piece penned by Extra Mile Playwrights Theatre retelling of true local events that had an impact on the civil rights and liberties of Black people nationwide. Spanning 1833-1959, these stories offer glimpses into the narratives of fugitives who escaped to Canada, soldiers who took up arms, and neighbors who fought for their rightful places in the city. The writers of this show include Ann Eskridge, Gail Parrish, Forest Hudson, Maureen Paraventi, and Shawntai Brown. The Extra Mile Playwrights Theatre is a group of Detroit-area playwrights, actors, directors and producers dedicated to showcasing local theatre. The mission of EMPT is to build community by creating and developing transformative stories through the written word, storytelling and performance.
Bernhardt/Hamlet
Theresa Rebeck
January 10, 2025 - February 2, 2025
A sparkling, witty comedy that brings to life the indomitable Sarah Bernhardt as she tackles one of Shakespeare’s most iconic roles—Hamlet, in a production that could make or break her career. Set in the late 19th century, this play follows Bernhardt’s audacious decision to take on the traditionally male part, challenging societal norms and theatrical conventions. With a blend of humor, drama, and backstage intrigue, the story showcases her larger-than-life personality, relentless determination, and the power of breaking boundaries in the world of theater.
Ripcord
David Lindsay-Abaire
March 14, 2025 - April 6, 2025
When prickly Abby is forced to share her room at Bristol Place Senior Living Facility with the sunny and chipper Marilyn, she decides to get rid of the intruder by any means necessary. A seemingly harmless bet between the old women creates some hilarious battles, escalating into a game of one-upmanship that reveals the tenacity and wit of these worthy opponents, as well as some hidden secrets.
Artemisia
Lauren Gunderson
May 16, 2025 - June 8, 2025
Artemisia Gentileschi was the most celebrated female painter of the 17th century, yet her name was all but lost for centuries. Attacked at just seventeen, publicly shamed and tortured to prove her truth, Gentileschi nevertheless fought for her art and the freedom to make it on her own terms. Always contending with her father, consumed with passion for her lover, and ferociously devoted to her children, Artemisia is a modern woman before her time. Artemisia is a work of humor and warmth that celebrates the courage, artistry, and humanity of a woman who attacked the glass ceiling with every brush stroke.
Ticketing and seating policies:
GENERAL ADMISSION – Because our seating configuration changes with each show, we do not sell specific seats. While our patrons are generally friendly and often willing to shift down to make a pair out of two orphan seats in the same row, there may be no easy way to get you together if we are sold out and the empty seats are spread throughout the theatre. Our lobby opens one hour before showtime, and the theatre opens 30 minutes before showtime. Come early, pick your seats, and relax.
NO CALL/NO SHOW POLICY – You will forfeit your tickets at curtain time if you have not called the box office (734 288-7753) to let us know you are running late. Unclaimed tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged for a different performance.
LATE ARRIVALS will be seated at the discretion of the house manager (call to let us know you are late. If you don’t call, your seats may be sold to someone who is waiting).
ACCESSIBILITY – Our building is ADA compliant and completely handicapped accessible. Please let our box office staff know ahead of time if you need handicapped seating. Our chairs are removable and can allow for you to stay in a wheelchair, if desired, but we’ll need to reserve you a seat on the floor in order to do this.
PLEASE DON’T WEAR STRONG SCENTS to the theatre, as a courtesy to the other patrons.
CAMERAS AND RECORDING DEVICES – The taking of photographs and making of recordings during the performance is strictly prohibited. We encourage you to take photos in the lobby and check in on social media prior to the performance or during intermission.
NO REFUNDS
EXCHANGES – tickets CAN be transferred or exchanged up to one hour before your scheduled performance, subject to availability. Call the Box Office (734 288-7753) for more information. Tickets can also be exchanged online via the link on your confirmation email.
RESERVED (but unpaid) TICKET POLICY -if you haven’t paid for your tickets 15 minutes before curtain, and we have people waiting… we will release them and sell them to someone who is waiting. (This can be avoided by paying in advance by phone or credit card. If your ticket has been paid for we will not release it until show time, as listed above under our NO CALL/NO SHOW policy).
UPDATED MASK POLICY – We no longer require the wearing of masks. Policy subject to change.
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