Thanks to events hosted by The Moth and the Ann Arbor Storytellers Guild – as well as one-off indie shows – more and more people are looking to connect with others by sharing (or hearing) stories in a public place.
When creating a custom drink, Ian Youngs says he starts by asking if there's anything the customer hates, and then follows up by asking: "What do you want to dream about tonight?"
The Ypsi series echoes summerlong events like Sonic Lunch or the Ann Arbor Summer Festival, which have both become local entertainment institutions.
With Borders out of the picture, Ann Arbor started to fade off publishers' radars for big-name author tours. But innovative partnerships and a collaborative mentality have helped to keep literary luminaries in play.
With the legendary Ann Arbor venue currently listed for sale, we take a look back at its remarkable history – from its origins as a European-style cafe to its glory days hosting music titans like Nirvana and Dave Matthews.
Check out our picks for this month's essential local arts events, including a dragon boat building class, neighborhood art festivals, and an exhibition that celebrates the integration of words and pictures.
Our monthly guide to innovative Washtenaw County arts events includes an interactive art installation at Ann Arbor Distilling Co. and a one-night art show at Alley Bar.
Laborers from 15 different trades gave the legendary venue a new concession and bar area, updated lighting, new food and beverage service areas, and upgraded finishes in just four weeks over the winter holidays.
With a more democratic film selection process, a more diverse range of filmmakers, and a more open-minded definition of what experimental film can be, the festival is looking to bring new faces to the table this year.
Akervall told his Moth-style story in January at Startup Story Night in Hamtramck, a storytelling event hosted by NPR personality Glynn Washington.
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