Midland Center for the Arts to Rock the Outdoor Stage with Center Stage Theatre’s 'Rock of Ages'

Center Stage Theatre is thrilled to present the electrifying Broadway hit “Rock of Age” on the Outdoor Stage this month.

Performances are scheduled for two weekends: August 7-9 and 14-16 at 8 p.m.

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The five-time Tony Award-nominated musical brings back the 80s with a tale of a small-town girl, a city boy, and a rock 'n' roll love story on the Sunset Strip. Drew, an aspiring rocker, dreams of fame and pines for Sherri, a wide-eyed newcomer from Kansas. As the bar, where rock music rules, faces demolition by German developers, these would-be rockers and their friends must come together to save the day and the music!

The show has captivated audiences worldwide with its infectious energy and nostalgic soundtrack. Featuring an electric score, accompanied by a live rock band, features all your favorite ‘80s rock anthems and power ballads, including: “Every Rose Has Its Thorn,” “I Wanna Know What Love Is,” “Here I Go Again,” “We Built This City,” “Don't Stop Believin’,” and more! 

Megan Meyer directs and choreographs the show, with Myah Shelton serving as Assistant Director and Assistant Choreographer and Christian Heintzelman as Music Director. This high-energy production promises to transport audiences back to the 1980s for an unforgettable rock 'n' roll experience. 

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“Rock of Ages” is written by Chris D’Arienzo, with arrangements and orchestrations by Ethan Popp. “Rock of Ages” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. For more information, visit www.concordtheatricals.com

The production contains adult content and is recommended for mature audiences.

Tickets for Rock of Ages are available online, by calling (989) 631-8250, or at the box office at 1801 W. St. Andrews Rd.
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Misty Barron is a Mid-Michigan native who has proudly called Midland her home for the past six years. She served as Editor-in-Chief for the Delta Collegiate, where she earned various awards for her writing, including Journalist of the Year in 2023 from the Michigan Community College Press Association. In her free time, Misty enjoys spending time with family and friends and enjoying all our beautiful state has to offer.