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Thursday, January 22 – January Series Calvin University – VIVEK MURTHY 12:30 P.M.
2026-01-22 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Detroit) | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Vivek Murthy – Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World
Dr. Vivek Murthy will discuss the growing epidemic of loneliness and its profound impact on health and well-being. Drawing from his book Together and his experience as U.S. Surgeon General, Vivek will explore how human connection and strong communities are essential for personal and public health.
Dr. Vivek Murthy served as the 19th and 21st U.S. Surgeon General, leading national efforts to address addiction, youth e-cigarette use, and the opioid crisis. He has been recognized as one of TIME magazine’s most influential people in health and has received numerous public health service awards. A physician and public health leader, Vivek is the author of Together, which explores the health impacts of loneliness and the power of human connection.
Learn more about him at www.vivekmurthy.com.

This lecture will be broadcast live at the Dogwood Center from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Admission is free.
For more information on the Calvin University January Series click here
The Dogwood Center, a remote site for the Calvin University January Series, is supported in part by the Fremont Area Community Foundation.

Friday, January 23 – January Series Calvin University – HARRY SMITH 12:30 P.M.
2026-01-23 12:30 - 13:30
Harry Smith – Less is more. More or less.
Harry Smith will share insights on how simplifying life can create more meaning, satisfaction, and peace. Drawing on decades of storytelling as an Emmy- and Peabody-winning journalist, Harry offers reflections on balance, fulfillment, and what truly matters.
Harry Smith is a professor at Central College in Pella, Iowa, where he teaches on curiosity and adaptability. He is the recipient of four Emmys, a Peabody Award, and the Edward R. Murrow Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism. A former NBC and CBS News reporter and anchor, Harry has spent nearly four decades covering stories from all 50 states and every continent.

This lecture will be broadcast live at the Dogwood Center from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Admission is free.
For more information on the Calvin University January Series click here
The Dogwood Center, a remote site for the Calvin University January Series, is supported in part by the Fremont Area Community Foundation.

Dave Bennett Quartet Swing, Rock and Beyond - Friday, January 23 - Black Box 7:30 p.m. Tickets $25.00
2026-01-23 19:30 - 21:00
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“Bennett is a player superbly well balanced between purity and power. Bennett injects three heady shots of adrenalin that bring the music sharply to life.” – Downbeat Magazine
Dave Bennett doesn’t fit the mold. For starters, you don’t find many jazz clarinet players who name Alice Cooper, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Chris Isaak among their influences. You won’t find many musicians who are equally conversant with the music of Benny Goodman (the “King of Swing”) and Roy Orbison (“The Soul of Rock and Roll”). In fact, you may not find even one other clarinet virtuoso who breaks from his Swing Era repertoire to sing rockabilly hits while accompanying himself at the piano or electric guitar.
Dave began his national touring career at the age of 14. He has been a featured soloist at Carnegie Hall with The New York Pops (2013) and has been featured with 35 other US and Canadian orchestras including Nashville, Houston, Detroit, Rochester, Omaha, Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, Orlando, San Antonio, Jacksonville, Portland, OR and Portland, ME. Some of his annual appearances include The Elkhart Jazz Festival, The Suncoast Classic Jazz Festival, The Arizona Classic Jazz Festival, The Sacramento Hot Jazz Jubilee, The Clambake Music Festival, and The Redwood Coast Music Festival. Dave has also opened for Sammy Hagar in Houston, TX in 2022.
Click here for Tickets. Tickets are $25.00. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended. The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Monday, January 26 – January Series Calvin University – DAVID BROOKS 12:30 P.M.
2026-01-26 12:30 - 13:30
David Brooks – The Path to Cultural Repair
David Brooks will help us become more understanding toward others and find the joy that comes from being seen. His latest book, How to Know a Person, draws on neuroscience, theater, philosophy, history, and education. He will share how this integrated approach can enhance human connection.
David Brooks is a columnist for The New York Times, a contributor to The Atlantic, and a commentator on The PBS Newshour. He currently serves as Senior Advisor at the University of Chicago Leadership & Society Initiative and is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. An author of several #1 New York Times bestsellers, David’s latest book, How to Know a Person, explores the art of deep connection and empathy.

This lecture will be broadcast live at the Dogwood Center from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Admission is free.
For more information on the Calvin University January Series click here
The Dogwood Center, a remote site for the Calvin University January Series, is supported in part by the Fremont Area Community Foundation.

Tuesday, January 27 – January Series Calvin University – SAMANTHA NUTT 12:30 P.M.
2026-01-27 12:30 - 13:30
Samantha Nutt – Conflicted? The World of War
Dr. Samantha Nutt will explore the devastating impact of war on civilians and the global implications of conflict. Drawing from over 20 years of frontline humanitarian work and her bestselling book Damned Nations, she offers a powerful, firsthand perspective on war, aid, and public health.
Dr. Samantha Nutt is a physician, global affairs expert, and the founder and president of War Child Canada and War Child USA. With over two decades of experience working in war zones around the world, she is a recognized voice in humanitarian advocacy and a leading authority on conflict, foreign policy, and public health. A bestselling author and TED Talk speaker, Samantha is also a practicing physician and assistant professor at the University of Toronto.

This lecture will be broadcast live at the Dogwood Center from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Admission is free.
For more information on the Calvin University January Series click here
The Dogwood Center, a remote site for the Calvin University January Series, is supported in part by the Fremont Area Community Foundation.

Wednesday, January 28 – January Series Calvin University – WU MAN 12:30 P.M.
2026-01-28 12:30 - 13:30
Wu Man – The Pipa – A Musical Bridge Between Cultures
Wu Man will share how the pipa, a pear-shaped, four-stringed Chinese lute, serves as a bridge between cultures. Through music and storytelling, she explores how this ancient instrument has helped her connect with her heritage and engage audiences across the globe. Drawing on decades of performance, composition, and cross-cultural collaboration, Wu Man offers a compelling vision of music as a tool for understanding and unity.
Wu Man is recognized as the world’s premier pipa virtuoso and a leading ambassador of Chinese music. Wu is a Grammy Award winner and the first artist from China to perform at the White House. A soloist, composer, and educator, she has premiered hundreds of new works for the pipa while preserving and promoting China’s ancient musical traditions.

This lecture will be broadcast live at the Dogwood Center from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Admission is free.
For more information on the Calvin University January Series click here
The Dogwood Center, a remote site for the Calvin University January Series, is supported in part by the Fremont Area Community Foundation.

Thursday, January 29 – January Series Calvin University – TOM MEDEMA 12:30 P.M.
2026-01-29 12:30 - 13:30
Tom Medema – America at 250: How Our National Parks Inspire a More Perfect Union
Tom Medema will explore how America’s National Parks serve as living classrooms. Drawing on decades of experience as a ranger and senior leader in the National Park Service, Tom shares powerful stories that illuminate how these treasured landscapes contribute to America’s story over the past 250 years.
Tom Medema served 35 years with the National Park Service, retiring as Associate Director and “Chief Storytelling Officer” for over 430 national park sites. Recipient of numerous awards for his contributions to education and interpretation and co-founder of Rally for Rangers, Tom currently consults with America250 to shape the nation’s ongoing 250th anniversary.

This lecture will be broadcast live at the Dogwood Center from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Admission is free.
For more information on the Calvin University January Series click here
The Dogwood Center, a remote site for the Calvin University January Series, is supported in part by the Fremont Area Community Foundation.

Friday, January 30 – January Series Calvin University – SABRINA LITTLE 12:30 P.M.
2026-01-30 12:30 - 13:30
Sabrina Little – Sports as a Laboratory for Virtue
Sabrina Little will explore how sports can act as a laboratory for developing our character. Drawing on her experience as a philosopher and ultramarathon runner, Sabrina shares practical insights into how sports can develop virtue, foster moral development, and avoid the possibility of forming a vice instead.
Sabrina Little is a philosopher at the Chase Center at Ohio State University, specializing in virtue theory, character education, and moral psychology. Her book, The Examined Run, blends philosophical insight with athletic experience to illuminate how sport can shape character. A five-time U.S. National Champion and World Silver Medalist in trail and ultramarathon running, Sabrina brings a unique perspective to the intersection of ethics and athletics.

This lecture will be broadcast live at the Dogwood Center from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Admission is free.
For more information on the Calvin University January Series click here
The Dogwood Center, a remote site for the Calvin University January Series, is supported in part by the Fremont Area Community Foundation.

Harmonious Wail - Saturday, February 7 - Black Box 7:30 p.m. Tickets $20.00
2026-02-07 19:30 - 21:00
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Americana Infused Gypsy Jazz On Full Tilt!
Harmonious Wail promises a night to remember. This quartet weaves their simple minded ponderings throughout the entire musical journey., enticing their audience into smiling, laughing and perhaps shedding a tear.
Harmonious Wail is a group of multi-award winning musicians. The heart of the Wail is Sims Delaney-Potthoff, a mandolin virtuoso, and vocalist, Maggie Delaney-Potthoff, vocalist extraordinaire, whose percussive instrument of choice is a cardboard box (but who can also rock almost any household object), and they round out the quartet with a world-class bassist and guitarist.
These illustrious, yet humble artists vow that every performance is played from the heart and infused with a perfect balance of inspiration, emotion, wit and storytelling. The Wail celebrates 10 recordings in its 30+ years of existence and is currently kicking off its 4th decade releasing two new CDs simultaneously! One project showcases Harmonious Wail’s original compositions, and the other is a collection of Gypsy Jazz standards recorded in collaboration with some the world’s leading Gypsy Jazz All Stars.
Click here for Tickets. Tickets are $20.00. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended. The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Karen Knotts in “Tied Up in Knotts!” - Sunday, February 15 - Main Stage 3:00 p.m. Tickets $17.50
2026-02-15 15:00 - 16:00
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“Tied up in Knotts” a Hilarious tribute to Emmy Award winner Don Knotts aka Deputy Barney Fife!”
Did you grow up watching The Andy Griffth Show? It still airs 25-40 x’s a week on cable TV and baby boomers still laugh and enjoy all the quirky and loveable “Mayberry” characters! The most popular being Sheriff Andy Taylor {Andy Griffith} & Deputy Barney Fife {Don Knotts}. The chemistry between Andy and Barney was hilarious and earned Don Knotts 5 Emmys Awards as “Best Supporting Actor.”
“Tied up in Knotts” is a tribute to the career of Don Knotts written by his daughter Karen Knotts a comedian, actress and author. She shares hilarious stories and video clips of Don’s career and about growing up on the set of The Andy Griffith Show. She gives you the inside scoop of what it was like being raised on the TV set and that the show’s cast members were “not anything like” their TV characters!
Don appeared in over 22 family films plus for 10 years he played the landlord Ralph Furley on “Three’s Company.”
You’ll see clips from those films and TV shows in “Tied up in Knotts!’ The tribute is narrated by Karen as she tells her dad’s story as Don’s favorite Aunt Emma and Aunt Bea.
Sponsored by Great Lakes Bee Company

Click here for Tickets. Tickets are $17.50. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 2:30 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended. The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

FHS Theater Presents: Newsies – Friday, March 6 – 7:00 p.m. Main Stage Tickets Adults $12.00 Child 18 & under $8.00
2026-03-06 19:00 - 21:00
Click here for tickets to Newsies on Friday at 7:00 p.m.
Fremont High School Theater presents Newsies as their spring musical.
Show Synopsis:
Inspired by the real-life Newsboys Strike of 1899, Newsies tells the story of a group of rough-and-tumble boys who decide to go head-to-head with newspaper tycoon Joseph Pulitzer. When the price of newspapers rises at the newsboys’ expense, they make it known that they won’t back down. Jack and Davey organize a union while Katherine follows the story closely, reporting on the details of the planned strike and getting to know the newsies. As events unfold, it becomes increasingly clear that it will take more than just an idea for the newsies to get the fair treatment they deserve, and they must persist through the challenges as they arise. Soon, all of New York City recognizes the impact these young boys can have when they stand together against injustice.
Adult Tickets: $12.00
Children/Students (18 & Under): $8.00
The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating 30 minutes before the scheduled show. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended. The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

FHS Theater Presents: Newsies – Saturday, March 7 – 1:00 p.m. Main Stage Tickets Adults $12.00 Child 18 & under $8.00
2026-03-07 13:00 - 15:00
Click here for tickets to Newsies on Saturday at 1:00 p.m.
Fremont High School Theater presents Newsies as their spring musical.
Show Synopsis:
Inspired by the real-life Newsboys Strike of 1899, Newsies tells the story of a group of rough-and-tumble boys who decide to go head-to-head with newspaper tycoon Joseph Pulitzer. When the price of newspapers rises at the newsboys’ expense, they make it known that they won’t back down. Jack and Davey organize a union while Katherine follows the story closely, reporting on the details of the planned strike and getting to know the newsies. As events unfold, it becomes increasingly clear that it will take more than just an idea for the newsies to get the fair treatment they deserve, and they must persist through the challenges as they arise. Soon, all of New York City recognizes the impact these young boys can have when they stand together against injustice.
Adult Tickets: $12.00
Children/Students (18 & Under): $8.00
The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating 30 minutes before the scheduled show. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended. The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

FHS Theater Presents: Newsies – Saturday, March 7 – 7:00 p.m. Main Stage Tickets Adults $12.00 Child 18 & under $8.00
2026-03-07 19:00 - 21:00
Click here for tickets to Newsies on Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
Fremont High School Theater presents Newsies as their spring musical.
Show Synopsis:
Inspired by the real-life Newsboys Strike of 1899, Newsies tells the story of a group of rough-and-tumble boys who decide to go head-to-head with newspaper tycoon Joseph Pulitzer. When the price of newspapers rises at the newsboys’ expense, they make it known that they won’t back down. Jack and Davey organize a union while Katherine follows the story closely, reporting on the details of the planned strike and getting to know the newsies. As events unfold, it becomes increasingly clear that it will take more than just an idea for the newsies to get the fair treatment they deserve, and they must persist through the challenges as they arise. Soon, all of New York City recognizes the impact these young boys can have when they stand together against injustice.
Adult Tickets: $12.00
Children/Students (18 & Under): $8.00
The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating 30 minutes before the scheduled show. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended. The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Uneven Ground – Friday, March 13 – Black Box 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15.00
2026-03-13 19:30 - 21:00
Click here for tickets to see Uneven Ground – Tickets $15.00
Uneven Ground from Muskegon, combines their traditional Celtic and Irish music with vocals and instrumentals to escort you on a unique musical journey. Grounded in the roots of traditional Irish music, Uneven Ground presents a unique blend of songs molded from hundreds of pub and folk tunes from around the Celtic region. By teaching the history of Celtic music, mixed with their nonsensical humor, each performance offers you an escape from your busy life.
Figuratively named after the Irish slip jig ‘On the Rocky Road to Dublin,’ the group has become one of the most exciting traditional/folk Celtic bands to emerge on the scene today.
The talented musicians for Uneven Ground are: Tim Staudacher on mandolin/guitar;
Guitar, Dave Closz with vocals; Larry Halverson on whistle, flute, Bodhran; Courtney Hutson on fiddle and vocals; and Rory Closz on Bodhran, mandolin, guitar and vocals.
This performance is graciously sponsored by Jim & Donna Hieftje
Each customer who purchases a ticket will receive a 10% Discount code for purchasing Dogwood Merchandise through the Print Shop in Fremont. Click here to check out the Merchandise available.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $15.00. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

An Evening with the Happendance Professional Company – Saturday, March 14 – Main Stage 7:30 p.m. Tickets: Adults $17.50 Child 18 & under $10.00
2026-03-14 19:30 - 21:00
Click here for tickets to An Evening with the Happendance Professional Company

Happendance Company is a professional company of dancers from Okemos who perform, teach, and choreograph concert dance works. The company is a collective led by Happendance’s CEO, Rachel Miller, and Rehearsal Director, Andrew Muylle. The company specializes in contemporary dance, working in styles informed by traditional modern, jazz, ballet, and hip hop/urban styles. Their performances are always exciting and unpredictable!
This touring program features the Happendance Professional Company performing repertory drawn from two signature collaborations created during Happendance’s 50th Anniversary season. Threading Moonbows explores themes of connection, reflection, and resilience through evocative contemporary choreography developed in collaboration with musical composers of the contemporary music ensemble, Aurora and Antheia, creating a rich, atmospheric dance experience.
The program is paired with selections from Happendance’s dynamic collaboration with the Lansing Community College Jazz Band, where contemporary dance and live jazz intersect—celebrating improvisation, musicality, and the shared creative language between dancers and musicians. Together, these works highlight Happendance’s legacy of interdisciplinary collaboration, artistic excellence, and community partnership, offering audiences a vibrant and engaging evening of contemporary dance.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $17.50 for adults and $10.00 for Children 18 & under. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Lionheart Production of 12 Angry Jurors - Friday, March 27 - Main Stage 7:00 p.m. Tickets Adults $15 Senior & Students $10
2026-03-27 19:00 - 21:00
Click here for tickets to Lionheart Productions of 12 Angry Jurors on March 27.

A 19-year-old man has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. “He doesn’t stand a chance,” mutters the guard as the 12 jurors are taken into the bleak jury room to decide his fate. What appears to be an open-and-shut case quickly turns into a high-stakes psychological battle when one lone juror casts a “not guilty” vote, citing reasonable doubt.
As the temperature in the sweltering room rises, so do tempers. Confined together, these twelve ordinary citizens are forced to re-examine the evidence and, in the process, confront their own personal histories, deep-seated prejudices, and the heavy weight of their responsibility. This electrifying courtroom thriller explores the flaws in human judgment and the power of one person to stand up for justice.
By Reginald Rose (Original Author)
Stage Version by Sherman L. Sergel (Dramatizer)
Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $15.00 for Adults and $10.00 for Seniors and Students. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 6:30 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Lionheart Production of 12 Angry Jurors - Saturday, March 28 - Main Stage 7:00 p.m. Tickets Adults $15 Seniors/Students $10
2026-03-28 19:00 - 21:00
Click here for tickets to Lionheart Productions of 12 Angry Jurors on March 28.
A 19-year-old man has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. “He doesn’t stand a chance,” mutters the guard as the 12 jurors are taken into the bleak jury room to decide his fate. What appears to be an open-and-shut case quickly turns into a high-stakes psychological battle when one lone juror casts a “not guilty” vote, citing reasonable doubt.
As the temperature in the sweltering room rises, so do tempers. Confined together, these twelve ordinary citizens are forced to re-examine the evidence and, in the process, confront their own personal histories, deep-seated prejudices, and the heavy weight of their responsibility. This electrifying courtroom thriller explores the flaws in human judgment and the power of one person to stand up for justice.
By Reginald Rose (Original Author)
Stage Version by Sherman L. Sergel (Dramatizer)
Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $15.00 for Adults and $10.00 for Seniors and Students. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 6:30 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Lionheart Production of 12 Angry Jurors - Sunday, March 29 - Main Stage 2:00 p.m. Tickets Adult $15 Senior/Student $10
2026-03-29 14:00 - 16:00
Click here for tickets to Lionheart Production of 12 Angry Jurors on March 29.
A 19-year-old man has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. “He doesn’t stand a chance,” mutters the guard as the 12 jurors are taken into the bleak jury room to decide his fate. What appears to be an open-and-shut case quickly turns into a high-stakes psychological battle when one lone juror casts a “not guilty” vote, citing reasonable doubt.
As the temperature in the sweltering room rises, so do tempers. Confined together, these twelve ordinary citizens are forced to re-examine the evidence and, in the process, confront their own personal histories, deep-seated prejudices, and the heavy weight of their responsibility. This electrifying courtroom thriller explores the flaws in human judgment and the power of one person to stand up for justice.
By Reginald Rose (Original Author)
Stage Version by Sherman L. Sergel (Dramatizer)
Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $15.00 for Adults and $10.00 for Seniors and Students. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 1:30 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Grand Rapids Symphony - Thursday, April 2 - Main Stage 7:30 p.m. (SOLD OUT)
2026-04-02 19:30 - 21:00
This event is SOLD OUT!
Thank you to the community for your support and we look forward to seeing you at the show.
Gift to the Community! It is the Fremont Area Community Foundation’s anniversary year, but the presents from them are for you! FACF’s first gift to the community is a FREE concert by the Grand Rapids Symphony right here at the Dogwood Center!

The Grand Rapids Symphony returns to the Dogwood Center on Thursday, April 2 at 7:30 p.m. for a sure to be incredible performance! Join us and you will experience a world-class orchestra performing for you live at the Dogwood!
The Evening’s performance will be conducted by Guest Conductor Duo Shen, and will feature the music of Rossini, Suppe, Beethoven, Rimsky-Korsakov, Brahms, Wagner and Glinka.
The Grand Rapids Symphony was officially organized in 1930 and is recognized as one of America’s leading regional orchestras. Their mission is “to share great music that moves the human soul”…and that is what they will be doing right here in Newaygo County!
Audience members are also invited to a post-performance, insightful and informative “Talk Back” session with Guest Conductor Duo Shen and GRS Director or Education Sarah Stickney in the Main Stage Area.
The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended. The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Broadway Bootcamp: The Jungle Book (Spring Break Opportunity!) – Monday, April 6 through Friday, April 10 – 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Workshop Fee $40.00/child
2026-04-06 09:00 - 2026-04-10 11:00
Click here to register your child for Broadway Bootcamp over spring break 2026!

The jungle is jumpin’ with a jazzy beat in Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS. Specially adapted from the classic Disney animated film, Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS features a host of colorful characters and your favorite songs from the movie.

Students ages 6-12 are invited to join the Broadway Bootcamp team in creating a rumble in the jungle over spring break. Whether you want to be a tiger, a monkey, an elephant, or the lovable bear Baloo, there is a part for you!

Watch as your child’s confidence soars and their creativity takes center stage. At Broadway Bootcamp, every child has a star inside them waiting to shine. The program is designed to nurture their talents and help them grow into confident performers. From acting to singing and dancing, your child will learn the essentials of musical theater and bring famous Broadway scenes and songs to life.
Our only requirements we have for our classes is to wear comfortable clothing, closed-toed tennis shoes, and to bring a water bottle. Class sizes are limited, so register as soon as possible to guarantee your spot!
The Bootcamp will take place each day, Monday – Friday April 6-10, from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Friday will include a free performance open to the public that starts at 10:30 a.m. Spots are limited. Workshop price is $40/child for the weeklong Bootcamp.
Click here to reserve your spot. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open will open at 8:30 a.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended. The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Sunday, April 12 - Grand Valley Piano Chamber Series - 3:00 p.m. Black Box Free Admission
2026-04-12 15:00 - 16:00
The Fremont Area Community Foundation invites you to experience a wonderful concert by the Grand Valley Piano Chamber Series on
Sunday, April 12 at 3:00 p.m. at the Dogwood Center’s Black Box!

The Grand Valley Piano Chamber Series (GVPCS) returns to the Dogwood with the final program of the 2025-2026 season. This season, GVPCS celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with chamber music works by composers who made the United States their new home. This concluding program features Rachmaninoff’s famous Vocalise as well as his Trio No. 1, Bartok’s Violin Rhpsody No.2, and Rebecca Clarke’s Piano Trio. Pianist Sookkyung Cho, Artistic Director of GVPCS, will be joined by violinist Robin Scott and cellist Ahrim Kim, both members of the faculty at the esteemed Eastman School of Music. For more information, please visit www.gvpcs.org.
If you are interested in learning more about the composers and compositions featured, please visit the “Resources” page on our website.

This concert is free to attend! What a treat to have these talented musicians perform right here in Newaygo County. Join us for a great Sunday afternoon at the Dogwood! For information, phone 231.924.8885. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont.

Whorled – Friday, May 1 – 7:30 p.m. Black Box Tickets $15.00
2026-05-01 19:30 - 21:00
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Described by Local Spins as “a road trip for the ears,” Whorled transports their audiences around the globe with a fresh blend of re-imagined Celtic, bluegrass, French Café, and jazz influences.
Whorled is guitarist and digeridooist Thom Jayne, fiddler Keala Venema, and accordionist Mariko Venema. They met by chance at a traditional Irish session; the magic was immediate and they were soon creating their own signature fusion style albeit in relative obscurity during the COVID lockdown period.
Now in their fifth year playing in public, Whorled has gained immediate critical acclaim in Michigan’s music scene, winning two Jammie Awards for their 2023 debut album, “Reimagined”, and having three tunes landing on WYCE’s top 100 spins of 2023.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $15.00. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Full Cord – Friday, May 15 – 7:30 p.m. Black Box Tickets $15.00
2026-05-15 19:30 - 21:00
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For the past 18 years, Michigan based bluegrass band, Full Cord has been making a name for themselves blending traditional bluegrass music in which they are deeply rooted with jazz, western swing, and classic rock n’ roll while keeping the traditional bluegrass feel alive and well. These influences make every performance memorable and unique.
Following a ‘22 win at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival competition and the ‘22 IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) Momentum Band of The Year, this band has been hot on the touring trail nationwide. Hold on to your hats when these folks hit the stage – they are bringing their version of the bluegrass train full steam ahead.
I’m so excited for the rest of the world to hear the unique brand of bluegrass that Full Cord offers. -Missy Armstrong
With axes in hand, these guys quickly ignite a crowd with combustible music and leave them in a cloud of sawdust, smoke, ash and embers by the end of a fiery show. -Joe Russ, Bluegrass Unlimited
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Sober Eats will be parked at the Dogwood Center on Friday, May 15 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm.
You can find their menu by clicking here. Their food style serves Tacos, Burgers, BBQ and more!
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $15.00. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Jake Hoot: Winner of The Voice Season 17! – Saturday, June 20 – 7:30 p.m. Main Stage Tickets $45.00
2026-06-20 19:30 - 21:30
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Watch a special message from Jake here!
Jake Hoot a winner on The Voice: Battle of Champions!

The action heated up on the Battle of Champions and Season 29 when coach Kelly Clarkson called in some powerful back-up as Season 17 champion Jake Hoot returned to the fold to remind audiences why he stole the crown back in 2019. On Monday April 6th’s show a Battle of Champions competition was held between The Voice’s first-ever All-Star Showdown with Jake joining Team Kelly’s “Girl Named Tom” Team Adam winners “Javier Colon” & “Jordan Smith” and Team Legend stars “Maelyn
Jarmon” and “Renzo.”

Jake was chosen the winner by celebrity judge, the return of CeeLo Green and Jake closed the TV show to a standing ovation with his performance of “Desperado” by the Eagles. CeeLo said ” I’ve got to give the win to the cowboy! He moved me!” It was “Desperado” and his cover of Morgan Wallen’s “Cover Me Up” that ultimately got him crowned the Season 17 winner after an unforgettable run.

Season 17 Champion Jake Hoot Proves He’s the Best in Country | The Voice Knockouts | NBC – YouTube

Jake Hoot is a wonderful storyteller who doesn’t just sing country music-he lives it with passion! Rooted in faith, devoted to family, and carrying the heart of the country in every note! He was born in Texas and raised between the Dominican Republic and Tennessee, and his music embodies a life steeped in faith, family and authenticity. In 2020 in response to EF4 Tornados that hit Tennessee Jake released his original song as a music video “Tennessee Strong” donating the proceeds from downloads and streams to Middle Tennessee Emergency Response.

As much as Jake likes to perform his love is also song writing. Kelly Clarkson asked Jake to write her a love song that they could perform as a duet in Season 17.”I Would’ve Loved You” became a music video in 2020 and it’s still played on YouTube & Vevo! An evening spent with Jake is part country, part rock and pop music and it’s all memorable and sung from his heart. Enjoy!

Click here for tickets. Tickets are $45.00. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Brett Newski & the Bad Inventions – Friday, June 26 – 7:30 p.m. Black Box Tickets $17.50
2026-06-26 19:30 - 21:00
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Folk-Grunge. Alt-country. Garage Americana. Whatever you call it, BRETT NEWSKI has carved his own lane at the crossroads of scrappy rock n roll, freak folk and comedic storytelling. Out May 1, Newski returns with a new album (and companion pocket book) Have a Thing, Miss Your Moment, Wait for the Revival, arriving via Nomad Union. Performing alongside bands like Pixies, Violent Femmes, Courtney Barnett, Gin Blossoms, Manchester Orchestra, Better than Ezra, Barenaked Ladies, Guster, Toad the Wet Sprocket & Nada Surf, Newski heads back on the road with Steve “Mr Bicep” Vorass on drums, Sean “Bad Man” Anderson on bass and Chris Haise on piano.
“Recording to tape is the only way to keep music purely human,” says Newski. “You can’t fake a tape recording. Currently, AI has no way to get its plastic claws onto analog tape.”
The book/music will NOT be on Amazon. The title track will NOT be on any streaming. Pre-order: https://www.brettnewski.com/merch
Have a Thing blends 60’s era Bob Dylan’s freewheeling lyricism with the crunch, grit, and melodic bite of 90s alternative rock, showcasing NEWSKI’s production style of a lost Velvet Underground tape. Recorded straight to cassette in Milwaukee, WI, the project leans into the imperfections that make analog charm so enduring.
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Holy Smokers will be parked at the Dogwood on Friday, June 26 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm.
You can follow them on Facebook by clicking here. Their food style is BBQ and they will post on Facebook what their specialty dinner items will be on this day.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $17.50. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

“Different Drum: The Music of Linda Ronstadt” Featuring cabaret artist Francesca Amari – Saturday, July 11 – 7:30 p.m. Black Box Tickets $15.00
2026-07-11 19:30 - 21:30
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Cabaret singer Francesca Amari pays tribute to music icon Linda Ronstadt in her new show, “Different Drum: The Music of Linda Ronstadt” and it will knock your socks off. Amari creates a special evening of song and storytelling about the life of music icon Linda Ronstadt, including treasured selections from her vast catalogue of music and from Ronstadts’ biography, “Simple Dreams.”
Linda Ronstadt is one of the biggest names in pop/rock music history, earning 12 Grammys and selling more than 100 million albums. Her iconic voice and sound helped shape the music of the 1970s and 1980s, and she is celebrated for her ability to adapt to a diverse range of musical styles, including country, rock, jazz and Spanish-language classics.
Francesca is a versatile, popular Palm Springs-based entertainer who’s performed at top-rated cabaret clubs from NYC to Hollywood. Francesca is a multi-nominated, award-winning Desert Theatre League recipient; was recently named winner of Broadway World Palm Springs Award for Best Streaming Concert/Cabaret in 2021 for her Gilda Radner tribute show; and was nominated Vocalist of the Decade by Broadway World Palm Springs in 2020 & Best Jazz Vocalist in 2020 & 2018 by the Coachella Valley Music Awards and Gay Desert Guide.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $15.00. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Broadway Bootcamp: The Aristocats Workshop with Broadway Disney Professional – Monday, July 20 through Friday, July 24 – 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Workshop Fee $74.00/child, includes T-Shirt Ages 8-18
2026-07-20 09:00 - 11:00
Click here to reserve your spot now!
Join Broadway Bootcamp for an extra special week with Broadway and Disney+ star, Kate Reinders. Kate will be on our directing team as we produce Disney’s Aristocats Kids the week of July 20th. We can’t wait to welcome young performers to our high-energy camp where participants have the exciting opportunity to dive into an experience designed to build confidence, creativity, and stage skills through singing, dancing, and acting in a full production.
Kate Reinders (best known as Glinda in WICKED, Portia in SOMETHING ROTTEN!, and “Miss Jenn” from High School Musical: the Musical: the Series) will be there to help your young performers with auditions and the big performance at the end of the week!
Our fun, supportive environment is great for both entry level performers and those ready for masterclass level opportunities. For ages 8 – 18, space will fill for this opportunity. Don’t miss it!
Our only requirements we have for our classes is to wear comfortable clothing, closed-toed tennis shoes, and to bring a water bottle.
The Bootcamp will take place each day, Monday – Friday July 20-24, from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Friday will include a free performance open to the public that starts at 10:30 a.m. Spots are limited. Workshop price is $74/child for the weeklong Bootcamp which includes a T-shirt.
This program is supported through the Frederick Harris Memorial Fund for the Dogwood Center
Click here to reserve your spot. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open will open at 8:30 a.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended. The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Mandolin Carnival Show – Saturday, July 25 – 7:30 pm Black Box Tickets $15.00
2026-07-25 19:30 - 21:30
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Mandolin Carnival – Four Mandolinists including Don Stiernberg (Chicago), Carlo Aonzo (Italy) Brian Oberlin (Grand Rapids) and Don Julin (Traverse City) collaborate for the first time. This musical free-for-all throws solos, duos, and full-on mandolin pileups at you like it’s some kind of stringed instrument carnival. Joining the fun is rhythm section Andy Henley (guitar) and Tom Knific (bass). The genres range as far as your mind can wonder as the one-of-a-kind group delves into classical, swing, bluegrass, originals and all things mandolinistic.
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Just Klassic Roadside Deli will be parked at the Dogwood on Saturday, July 25 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm.
You can follow them on Facebook by clicking here. Their food style is Ribs, Specialty Sandwich’s & Tacos.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $15.00. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.

Presley & Taylor Acoustic Show – Friday, July 31 – 7:30 pm Black Box Tickets $17.50
2026-07-31 19:30 - 21:30
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Presley & Taylor are a powerhouse sister duo from Nashville, captivating audiences nationwide with their heartfelt songwriting, powerhouse vocals, and magnetic stage presence. With millions of streams and viral videos, the sisters continue to rise as one of country music’s most exciting acts. From the Grand Ole Opry to major festivals like Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam and Country Thunder, Presley & Taylor continue to prove that country music has a new sister act ready to shine.
Presley & Taylor have been building a dedicated fanbase and have relentlessly honed their craft in the writing room, on stage and in the studio since their early teens. Leading with timeless storytelling, emotional lyrics and a chemistry that only sisters can deliver, they have amassed millions of streams and views. Now in their 20’s, they’re wiser, more grounded and more connected to the music— and each other. With their new forthcoming album, produced by Andrew Baylis (Jelly Roll, Koe Wetzel), the twosome is in a brand new era and stronger than ever. The lead single from their new project “THE KIND OF GIRL” is a statement of their place in Nashville and serves as the first taste of music from this new chapter.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $17.50. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 7:00 p.m. Online sales close two hours prior to events, please call the box office for ticket availability at 231-924-8885 if online sales have ended.
The Dogwood Center Box Office is open Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.dogwoodcenter.com, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. For more information, phone 231.924.8885.
