Hope College Repertory Theatre Alum Wins Broadway's Tony Award
From local stage to the bright lights of Broadway, one Hope Rep alum just snagged a Tony—proof that dreams really do take flight around here.
Music News
The Acrisure Amphitheater Now Has an Official Song!
The stage is set in Grand Rapids, and it’s not just about the headliners; there’s a local twist in the air that’s hard to ignore.
Grand Rapids Has a New Artist: Introducing Izzy Reign
The Heavyweights Battle of the Bands recently wrapped up at The Intersection in Grand Rapids, and local group Izzy Reign took home the top spot this year. She's definitely an artist worth keeping an eye on.
Jelly Roll Once Played a Show at This West Michigan ‘Dive Bar’
Long before Jelly Roll was filling arenas, he earned his stripes performing in dive bars across the country. One of those dive bars he cut his teeth on is in West Michigan.
BigXthaPlug To Headline GVSU’s Spring Concert This April
GVSU Spring Concert 2026 brings BigXthaPlug to the Fieldhouse April 10. Student tickets are on sale now with public sales opening March 7.
Chase Matthew and Lauren Alaina to Celebrate 100 Years of Cherry Festival in Traverse City
Chase Matthew and Lauren Alaina will headline Traverse City’s 100th National Cherry Festival celebration this July.
Grand Rapids Is Warning About Parking Ahead of Amphitheater Opening
With the new Acrisure Amphitheater opening this summer, Grand Rapids is asking visitors to plan ahead for downtown parking and traffic.
Grammy Winner Jelly Roll Returning to Grand Rapids This Summer
Jelly Roll is returning to Grand Rapids for the first time since 2022, playing the inaugural season at Acrisure Amphitheater.
Michigan Native Billy Strings Takes Home Another Grammy
Michigan native Billy Strings won his third Grammy Sunday, taking Best Bluegrass Album for Highway Prayers and continuing an incredible award streak.
Billy Strings Chooses Ionia for His Next Michigan Shows
Bluegrass star Billy Strings announced a pair of hometown shows in Ionia this August, sending West Michigan fans into a frenzy.
Zac Brown Band Kicks Off Love & Fear Tour in Grand Rapids
Fresh off a history-making Sphere run in Las Vegas, Zac Brown Band will kick off their Love & Fear tour in Grand Rapids this July at Van Andel Arena.
The Detroit Lions Didn’t Make the Super Bowl, But Their Merch Did
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX merch drop includes designs for all 32 NFL teams, giving Detroit Lions fans official Super Bowl gear even without a game appearance.