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Cinetopia Passes On Sale!
Born from an indie theater, built for film lovers. May 13 to 17 | Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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Brains On Live: Your Brain Is Magic
Get ready for a smart, funny, and unforgettable family event! Your Brain Is Magic is an interactive educational comedy show for kids based on the award-winning Brains On! podcast.
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Young Filmmakers Camp
Ready to unleash your creativity and make movie magic? Join us for an unforgettable summer of filmmaking fun!
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This month: New Films and Cinetopia!
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Weekly Cinema Chat
Want to see what is happening each week? See Cinema Chat weekly on our blog or on WEMU.
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Late Night Classics
Eccentric, offbeat, and crowd-pleasing films that have defined cult cinema and shaped pop culture for decades.
LIVE EVENTS
Live & Loud at the Michigan Theater →
Glitter and Concrete: A Night of Drag History and Performance
Thursday, June 4 at 7:00 PM | Main AuditoriumSee Details
$20-$25
Brains On Live: Your Brain Is Magic
Co-Presented by Michigan Theater and Ann Arbor Hands On Museum/Leslie Science & Nature CenterSee Details
Saturday, June 6 at 2:00 PM | Main Auditorium
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The Wallflowers
Presented by Live NationSee Details
Supporting Act: Early James
Tuesday, June 9 at 8:00 PM | Main Auditorium
$51.90-$143.65
A Conversation with Jill Biden
Tuesday, June 16 at 7:30 PM | Main AuditoriumSee Details
$73.00-$175.10
Make Music Day - Free Organ Concert
Sunday, June 21 at 4:00 PM | Main AuditoriumSee Details
Free and open to the public
11 Non-Blondes, Todd, and Improvised Golden Age of Radio
Thursday, June 25 at 7:30 PM | Screening Room | $30See Details
Surge, Yes Andersons, Family Improv, Big Fun Murder w.s.g. Jordan Myrick
Thursday, June 25 at 10:00 PM | Screening Room | $30See Details
Anna Garcia & Friends: Monoscene Night
Friday, June 26 at 7:00 PM | Main AuditoriumSee Details
$31.50-$81.50
Morris & Morris Attorneys at Law, AWOL, Mouthstuff, Quicksand
Friday, June 26 at 7:00 PM | Screening Room | $30See Details
Tuesday Goodies, Young Miss, Steamed Hams, CHOWDOWN
Friday, June 26 at 9:00 PM | Screening Room | $30See Details
Yes Also Live Podcast Recording, Fustercluck w.s.g. Suzi Barrett aka Boom, Ann Arbor
Saturday, June 27 at 1:00 PM | Screening Room | $30See Details
Mega Musical Improv Block: Once Upon a Rhyme, A Touching Affair, Improv Cabaret, Mic Drop
Saturday, June 27 at 4:00 PM | Screening Room | $40See Details
The Improvised Shakespeare Company
Saturday, June 27 at 7:00 PM | Main AuditoriumSee Details
$31.50-$81.50
Rapid Fire Improv, The Clubhouse, Forever Fifteen
Saturday, June 27 at 10:00 PM | Screening Room | $30See Details
Henry Cho: The Empty Nest Tour
Presented by OutbackSee Details
Friday, August 14 at 8:00 PM | Main Auditorium
$53.15-$85.10
Beth Hart
Presented by Live NationSee Details
Tuesday, September 15 at 8:00 PM | Main Auditorium
$57.55-$143.65
Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass & Other Delights
Presented by The ArkSee Details
Friday, September 18 at 8:00 PM | Main Auditorium
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World Ballet Company: Swan Lake
Presented by World Ballet CompanySee Details
September 22 at 7:00 PM | Main Auditorium
$45.50-$105.50
Whose Live Anyway?
Presented by Martin MediaSee Details
Friday, October 2 at 7:30 PM | Main Auditorium
$79-$89
Kenny Wayne Shepherd
Presented by Live NationsSee Details
Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 at 8:00 PM | Main Auditorium
$44.65-$170.45
Michael Blaustein: The Taste Me Tour: The Final Leg
Presented by OutbackSee Details
Friday, December 4 at 7:00 PM | Main Auditorium
$43.65-$75.60
World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker
Presented by World Ballet CompanySee Details
December 14 & 15 at 7:00 PM | Main Auditorium
$45.50-$105.50
Vir Das: Hey Stranger
Presented by Live NationSee Details
Friday, February 5, 2027 at 8:00 PM | Main Auditorium
$41.55-$68.90
Date has been rescheduled
Free Films & Events
See More →
Luca
Sunday, June 14 at 11:00 AMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Fantasy | PG | 1h 35m | 2021
Part of Family-Friendly Films - Free and Open to the PublicMake Music Day - Free Organ Concert
Sunday, June 21 at 4:00 PM | Main AuditoriumSee Details
Free and open to the public
MICHIGAN THEATER
Live and on-screen →
Hoop Dreams - On 35mm!
Tuesday, May 19 at 7:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Documentary | PG-13 | 2h 50m | 1994
Part of our Arthouse Revival series
Cozy Craft Club - The Parent Trap
Wednesday, May 20 at 7:00pmSee Details
Michigan
Film | Comedy | PG | 2h 8m | 1998
Harakiri
Thursday, May 21 at 8:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Action | NR | 2h 13m | 1962
Part of our Late Night Classics series
Lady Snowblood
Friday, May 22 at 9:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Action | NR | 1h 37m | 1973
Part of our Late Night Classics series
Jason and the Argonauts
Saturday, May 23 at 1:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Fantasy | G | 1h 44m | 1963
Part of our Summer Classics series
The Hidden Fortress
Saturday, May 23 at 4:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Action | NR | 2h 6m | 1958
Part of our Summer Classics series
Once Upon A Time In The West
Sunday, May 24 at 1:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Western | PG-13 | 2h 55m | 1968
Part of our Summer Classics series
American Graffiti
Sunday, May 24 at 6:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Comedy | PG | 1h 50m | 1973
Part of our Summer Classics series
Twelve O'Clock High
Monday, May 25 at 1:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Action/War | NR | 2h 12m | 1949
Part of our Summer Classics series
Grey Gardens
Tuesday, May 26 at 7:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Documentary | PG | 1h 34m | 1975
Part of our Arthouse Revival series
Ghost Dog: The Way Of The Samurai
Thursday, May 28 at 8:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Crime/Thriller | R | 1h 56m | 1999
Part of our Late Night Classics series
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair
Friday, May 29 at 7:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Action | R | 4h 35m | 2004
Part of our Late Night Classics series
King Kong
Saturday, May 30 at 1:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Horror/Adventure | NR | 1h 40m | 1933
Part of our Monster Matinees series
Some Like It Hot
Sunday, May 31 at 1:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Comedy | NR | 2h 1m | 1959
Part of our Summer Classics series
Three Colors: Blue
Tuesday, June 2 at 7:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Romance/Thriller | R | 1h 38m | 1993
Part of our Arthouse Revival series
Bound
Friday, June 5 at 9:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Crime/Thriller | R | 1h 46m | 1996
Part of our Late Night Classics series
The Adventures Of Robin Hood
Sunday, June 7 at 1:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Adventure | PG | 1h 42m | 1938
Part of our Summer Classics series
The Handmaiden
Thursday, June 11 at 8:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Thriller | NR | 2h 31m | 2016
Part of our Late Night Classics series
Cruising
Friday, June 12 at 9:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Crime | R | 1h 40m | 1980
Part of our Late Night Classics seriesLuca
Sunday, June 14 at 11:00 AMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Fantasy | PG | 1h 35m | 2021
Part of Family-Friendly Films - Free and Open to the Public
Stand By Me
Sunday, June 14 at 1:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Adventure | R | 1h 29m | 1986
Part of our Summer Classics series
Okko's Inn
Thursday, June 18 at 7:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Fantasy | PG | 1h 35m | 2018
Part of Ann Arbor Japan Week
Mulholland Drive
Thursday, June 18 at 8:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Thriller | R | 2h 27m | 2001
Part of our Late Night Classics series
Moonlight
Friday, June 19 at 9:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Drama | R | 1h 51m | 2016
Part of our Late Night Classics series
Enter the Dragon
Saturday, June 20 at 1:30 PMSee Details
MIchigan
Film | Action | R | 1h 39m | 1973
Part of our Monster Matinees series
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Sunday, June 21 at 1:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Thriller/Drama | NR | 2h 11m | 1966
Part of our Summer Classics series
Three Colors: White
Tuesday, June 23 at 7:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Comedy/Romance | R | 1h 31m | 1994
Part of our Arthouse Revival series
Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind
Wednesday, June 24 at 7:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Fantasy/Sci-Fi | PG | 1h 57m | 1984
Part of our Summer of Studio Ghibli series
The Producers
Sunday, June 28 at 1:30 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Comedy | PG | 1h 28m | 1967
Part of our Summer Classics series
Three Colors: Red
Tuesday, June 30 at 7:00 PMSee Details
Michigan
Film | Romance/Mystery | R | 1h 39m
Part of our Arthouse Revival series
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STATE THEATRE
On-screen only →
The Mandalorian And Grogu
Advance Screenings Thursday, May 21See Details
State
Film | Sci-Fi/Action | PG-13 | 2h 12m | 2026
I Love Boosters
Advance Screening Thursday, May 21See Details
State
Film | Comedy/Adventure | R | 1h 54m | 2026
Backrooms
Advance Screeningon Thursday, May 28See Details
State
Film | Horror/Sci-Fi | R | 1h 45m | 2026
Featured Film Series
Learn More →Courses & Camps
Learn all about Film Camp! →YFC 2026 Session 1: Pre-Production (1 Week)
Session 1 runs 1 week - June 29-July 3. TURNING IDEAS INTO FILM. Campers in Session One get a comprehensive overview of starting a film from scratch: storyboarding + scriptwriting + an overview of Film History and Technique (learning about theory as well as training on professional film equipment) + putting together a cast and crew + prepping for film shoots. This Session is open to experienced filmmakers AND those with little to no prior film experience.See Details
YFC 2026 Session 2: Production (Extended Session)
Session 2 - Extended Session - runs - July 6-10 & July 13-15. MAKING A MOVIE. Campers in Session Two will learn what it takes to bring their ideas to life: refining scripts and storyboards into shot lists + learning set etiquette + practicing film technique on professional equipment + preparing a shooting schedule + learning about different roles in filmmaking (acting, directing, ADing, set design, props making, producing, wardrobe, etc) + collaborating with a team on a true Film Set . This Session is open to experienced filmmakers AND those with little to no prior film experience.See Details
YFC 2026 Session 3: Post Production (1 Week)
Session 3 runs 1 week - July 20-24. THE FINISHING TOUCH. Campers in Session Three will learn the technical skills needed to fine tune their projects to be screen-ready: learn how to use film editing software like DaVinci to fine tune your project for the big screen + learn about ADR and audio for film + color your film like a pro. This Session is open for everyone, but recommended for experienced young filmmakers, or those signed up for the first two sessions.See Details
MEMBERSHIP
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT
The latest from the Marquee Arts blog.
Son’s of Detroit Opens Cinetopia Weekend!
ABOUT JEREMY XIDO: Originally from Detroit, Jeremy graduated cum laude in Painting and Comparative Literature from Columbia University, NY and trained at the Actor’s Studio. A Fulbright and Guggenheim recipient, he’s artistic co-director of performance/film company CABULA6, voted “Company of the Year” by Ballettanz, and awarded “Outstanding Artist of the Year” by the Austrian Ministry […]
CINETOPIA RETURNS 2026
LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE ON WEMU. MAY 13 – 17 | Back for its 11th year, Cinetopia brings audiences and filmmakers together to celebrate bold cinema, independent voices, and films you cannot see anywhere else. Featuring 18 curated films from around the world, designed by people who love film as much as you do. Cinetopia is your chance to discover unforgettable stories from filmmakers with unique perspectives […]
The Drama: Now in Ann Arbor!
Listen to the full episode on WEMU. OPENING THIS WEEK “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” — NOW PLAYING AT THE MULTIPLEX Mario ventures into space, exploring cosmic worlds and tackling galactic challenges far from the familiar Mushroom Kingdom. Starring Chris Pratt, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Anya Taylor-Joy, Brie Larson, Donald Glover, Benny Safdie and Keegan-Michael Key. “The Drama” — OPENS TODAY AT THE STATE A happily […]
ANN ARBOR FILM FESTIVAL RETURNS
March 24th – 29th at the Michigan Theater The Ann Arbor Film Festival is the oldest avant-garde and experimental film festival in North America, founded in 1963. Internationally recognized as a premiere forum for independent filmmakers and artists, each year’s festival engages audiences with remarkable cinematic experiences. The six-day festival presents 40 programs with more […]