Friday, February 7 - Flip Orley 7:30 p.m. Main Stage
2025-02-07 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Detroit) | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Tickets $17.50 – Buy Tickets for Flip Orley!
This program is generously sponsored by the Great Lakes Bee Company.

Since Flip Orley has burst onto the comedy scene he has single-handedly reshaped the image of hypnosis from its Vaudeville image, to an act hip and edgy enough for all ages. Flip’s appearance on the “Today Show” brought rave reviews and stopped traffic in midtown Manhattan. His one-man show has set comedy club attendance records from coast to coast. Faithful fans and new comers alike find themselves screaming with laughter as Flip ignites his volunteers’ subconscious minds and transforms reality. What sets Orley apart from others in his craft, is his true comedic ability, delivering a hilarious stand up set before unleashing his volunteers’ creative imaginations.  The Dallas Morning News reports, “It’s difficult to remain skeptical after seeing Flip transform a panel of well-behaved audience members into a family of trailer-park dwellers from Arkansas, Southern accent and all!”
Flip is adamant about not embarrassing his volunteers. He shares this about his performance – “I want the audience to laugh with them, not at them,” he says. “This is the purest form of improvisational entertainment you will ever see as the show rewrites itself every night, and the volunteers are my partners, not my victims. Each subject is treated with respect and gentility.”
When Flip takes the stage and rolls up his sleeves, his audience can expect two hours of FUN and an experience they will never forget.
Click here to purchase 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.

Friday, February 21 - Jake Allen 7:30 p.m. Black Box
2025-02-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Tickets $17.50 – Buy Tickets for Jake Allen!
Michigan native, Jake Allen returns to the Dogwood with his crafts of a kaleidoscopic sound that plunges the curious listener into a world of endless sonic possibilities, incorporating prog-pop, waves of ambient instrumentals, and complex musical layers. Allen showcases the guitar, harnessing every nuance of the instrument and transforming it into an ethereal, shape-shifting creature that bends both notes and time.
Allen explores numerous musical styles with his guitar wizardry, ranging from lullaby-like dreams to burgeoning anthems. His fourth album, “Affirmation Day” provides a snapshot of shifting perspectives and personal growth through the means of signature fingerpicking, percussive guitar tapping, and lush musical arrangements.
As a solo artist, Allen utilizes impeccably timed live looping to create a captivating one-man show. Steeped in years of live performance and well-versed in an array of instruments, Allen’s dexterity is only amplified when he wields a single guitar. In an almost hypnotic display, he explores every inch of the instrument with unwavering confidence and creativity. Strings dance as they are plucked awake from their resting tension; percussive rhythms echo; harmonics ring brightly; and intricate chords emerge from each warm strum.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $17.50 each. General admission, Black Box. You must call the box office to reserve a table. 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.

Friday, February 28 - Leslie Mendelson 7:30 p.m. Black Box
2025-02-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
$17.50 – Buy Tickets for Leslie Mendelson!
Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter Leslie Mendelson is riding a wave of acclaim for her most recent studio album ‘If You Can’t Say Anything Nice…,’ as well as a solo acoustic EP ‘In The Meantime.’ Described by Relix Magazine as an artist with “a loyal, cross-generational audience that hugs the hippie, hipster, coffee shop and society crowds,” Leslie’s timeless musicality and evocative songwriting indeed cuts a wide swath. All Music writes that Leslie evokes “1970s songwriter influences in the vein of Carole King and Carly Simon,” while The Aquarian calls her “the closest thing one can get to a truly honest musical experience.”
Leslie Mendelson’s previous work, including 2009 Grammy-nominated debut album ‘Swan Feathers’ and 2017 album, ‘Love & Murder’ dealt with matters of the heart. However, when it came time to compose material for her most recent studio album, ‘If You Can’t Say Anything Nice…,’ she and her longtime writing partner Steve McEwan set out to examine the anxiety stemming from the current socio-political climate with songs like “Medication,” “I Need Something To Care About” and “Would You Give Up Your Gun.” It’s fitting extension of a more socially conscious outlook offered on “A Human Touch”—Leslie’s duet with Jackson Browne for the documentary film, ‘5B,’ which is also included on his 2021 Grammy Award-nominated album, ‘Downhill From Everywhere.’
If Leslie Mendelson’s only collaboration with a legendary musician was Jackson Browne, it would be a worthy point to celebrate. What’s truly telling is that Leslie has also drawn the attention of The Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir who recorded a duet with her on Roy Orbison’s standard, “Blue Bayou,” while no less than classic rock royalty The Who has invited her to open shows in the U.S. and U.K. With some of rock music’s most important voices seeking to collaborate with Leslie, it leaves no doubt the rarefied air she inhabits as an artist.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $17.50. General admission, Black Box. Tables can be reserved with the purchase of eight tickets; to reserve a table, please call the Box Office, 231-924-8885. 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 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, March 2 - Grand Valley Piano Chamber Series 3:00 p.m. Black Box
2025-03-02 15:00 - 16:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
The Fremont Area Community Foundation invites you to experience a wonderful concert by the Grand Valley Piano Chamber Series on Sunday, March 2 at 3:00 p.m. at the Dogwood Center’s Black Box!
Come on out and enjoy pianist Sookkyung Cho, violinist Grace Kim, cellist Andrew Laven and flutist Kim Dominique as they perform wonderful pieces by Franz Schubert, Antonin Dvorak, and Leos Janácek.
The Grand Valley Piano Chamber Series (GVPCS) was founded in 2021 to share the joy and beauty of classical piano chamber music with all in West Michigan and present performances of the highest caliber.

The 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.

Tuesday, March 11 – Karan Casey 7:30 p.m. Black Box
2025-03-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
This program is generously sponsored by Jim and Donna Hieftje.
Tickets $22.50 – Buy Tickets for Karan Casey!
Irish singer-songwriter Karan Casey has been blazing a trail for over 25 years. A lover of ballads, love songs and searing versions of social justice songs, fond of a good yarn, she has toured the world making deep connections with her audience connecting via Ireland’s past but crucially repositioning women and songs in a universal and a modern setting.
Karan has been striking out lately to explore new areas of performance on the piano and with spoken word and theatre. She has released eleven albums as well as contributing to numerous other artists’ projects – appearing on more than 50 albums so far – and has toured extensively throughout North America, Europe and Japan, performing with her own band as well as collaborating with such diverse musicians as Maura O’Connell, James Taylor, Bela Fleck, Boston Pops Orchestra, Kate Ellis, Niall Vallely, Pauline Scanlon, The Chieftains, The Dubliners, Peggy Seeger, Karen Matheson, Mick Flannery, Mícheál Ó Súilleabháin, Tim O’Brien and Solas. In 2018 Karan helped found FairPlé which is an organization aimed at achieving fairness and gender balance for female performers in Irish traditional and folk musics. Karan tours with her band Niamh Dunne, Sean Óg Graham and Niall Vallely.
Karan most recent album Hieroglyphs That Tell the Tale produced by Donald Shaw, was released on the Vertical Records Label. Her song “Down in the Glen” was nominated for Best Original Folk Song at the RTE Folk Awards 2019 and she completed a PhD in music in 2019. Karan has recently performed her new show with Director Sophie Motley called I Walked into My Head which was premiered at the Kilkenny Arts Festival 2021. Karan is currently working on a stage show about women in the Irish revolutionary period to be produced at the Everyman Theatre in Cork in 2023. Karan’s new album “Nine Apples of Gold” was released in February 2023.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $22.50 each. General admission, Black Box. You must call the box office to reserve a table. 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.

Friday, March 21 - Fremont HS Theater Presents: Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella 7:00 p.m.
2025-03-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers and Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm, and elegance. The story follows Cinderella, a kind-hearted and respectful young maiden who is forced to serve her cruel stepmother and stepsisters. When an announcement is made that the royal family will be hosting a ball for all the eligible young women in the village, Cinderella sets her heart on attending so she can meet the Prince. With the unexpected help of her Fairy Godmother, Cinderella and her animal friends are magically transformed for the evening. Now Cinderella has until the stroke of midnight to make a good impression upon the Prince and hope that when the magic wears off, she still receives her happily ever after.
Click here to purchase tickets. Tickets are $12.00 for adults, $8.00 for children. General admission, Main Stage.

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.

Saturday, March 22 - Fremont HS Theater Presents: Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella 1:00 p.m.
2025-03-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States

Saturday, March 22 - Fremont HS Theater Presents: Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella 7:00 p.m.
2025-03-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States

Monday, March 31 through Friday, April 4 – Broadway Bootcamp 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
2025-03-31 09:00 - 2025-04-04 11:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here to reserve your spot now!
Give your child the gift of a lifetime with Broadway Bootcamp, the ultimate musical theater experience!
For ages 6 – 12, 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!
Give your child the opportunity to shine bright like a Broadway star! Enroll them in Broadway Bootcamp today and witness their transformation into a confident, expressive, and passionate performer. Sign up now and let their dreams take center stage!
The Bootcamp will take place each day, Monday – Friday March 31 – April 4, 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 now!
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.

Saturday April 12 "Encanto" Sing-along 3:00 p.m. Black Box
2025-04-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here to purchase your tickets!
Sing along to all the songs in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto.” This Sing-Along version of the film features on-screen lyrics as you watch your favorite musical numbers, including “The Family Madrigal,” “Surface Pressure,” “We Don’t Talk About Bruno,” “Dos Oruguitas” and more! “Encanto” features original songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda, while Germaine Franco composed the original score. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase with cash. Tickets are $5.00. Click here to purchase your tickets!
Join the Dogwood Center and Jams Sweet Retreat for froyo and freeze-dried candy, available for purchase before and during the movie! Cash only! Get in on the act!

The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open will open 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.

Thursday, April 17th – The Grand Rapids Symphony 7:30 p.m. Main Stage
2025-04-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Tickets $17.50 Adults, $5.00 Children 18 and under – Buy Tickets for The Grand Rapids Symphony!
This program is generously sponsored by the White & Associates Insurance Agency

and funded in part by the Fremont Area Community Foundation

The Grand Rapids Symphony returns to the Dogwood Center on Thursday, April 17 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 Grand Rapids Symphony was officially organized in 1930 and is recognized as one of America’s leading regional orchestras. The Grand Rapids Symphony presents more than 400 performances each year, touching the lives of some 200,000. Nearly half of those who benefit are students, senior citizens and people with disabilities reached through extensive education and community service programs. 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!
This program is funded in part by the Fremont Area Community Foundation. Tickets are $17.50 for adults, $5 children 18 and under and seating is reserved.
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.

Saturday, April 26 Chris Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience 7:30 p.m. Main Stage
2025-04-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
This performance is generously sponsored by Loving Care Animal Clinic.

Click here to purchase tickets! Adults $20 – Children 18 and Under $10
Chris Perondi is the ‘Stunt Dog Guy’ and his famous stunt dogs are out of this world! During this “Stunt Dog Experience” you will witness some of the most incredible stunts and behaviors ever performed by dogs. The experience has amazing tricks, big air stunts, comedy antics, dancing dogs, athletic feats, and is the most entertaining show of its kind. You will meet a cast of professional performers along with over a dozen talented pound pups. The show is one-of-a-kind and brings forth pet adoption awareness. All
the dogs have been rescued from pounds and shelters from across the country. The mission is to promote animal rescue, pet adoption, encourage spay and neutering, and encourage people to spend more time with their pets.
These stars have been featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show, David Letterman, the Tonight Show, Ellen DeGeneres Show, Queen Latifah show, Animal Planet’s Pet Stars, worldwide during the annual Rose Parade, the CBS Early Show, and much more. They have also starred in commercials and have been featured on the news and in magazines across the country. The Stunt Dog Guy truly delivers a theater masterpiece; the “Stunt Dog Experience”!
Click here to purchase tickets. Tickets are $20.00 for adults, $10.00 for children. 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.

Friday, May 16 Mark Lavengood w/Tribute to John Prine 7:30 p.m. Black Box
2025-05-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here for tickets $20.00
Mark Lavengood is regarded as one of the most quintessential, modern, American songwriters. His resonant energy and sparking smile light up every stage, studio, and room. As a talented multi-instrumentalist, Mark specializes in dobro and steel guitar. In 2012, Mark was named winner of the acclaimed Rockygrass Dodro Competition. He performed at Telluride Bluegrass Festival, ROMP, Blissfest, Wheatland Music Festival, Founders Brewing Company, and many, many more. Mark will perform with his band for the first half of the show. The second half is a John Prine Tribute; a true icon who’s influenced generations of musicians since making his debut in the early 1970s. Still, some audiences remain unfamiliar with the work of this revered American singer-songwriter, Mark wants to change that as their Prine Time Tribute recreates the timeless tunes from the late, great John Prine.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $20.00. General admission, Black Box. Tables can be reserved with the purchase of eight tickets; to reserve a table, please call the Box Office, 231-924-8885. 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 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.

Friday, June 27 - May Erlewine 7:30 p.m. Black Box
2025-06-27 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here for tickets for May Erlewine – $17.50
As one of the Midwest’s most prolific and passionate songwriters, Erlewine has a gift for writing songs of substance that feel both fresh and soulfully familiar. Her ability to emotionally engage with an audience has earned her a dedicated following far beyond her Michigan roots.
Erlewine draws from a wide variety of influences to create her sound. Lyrically, her songs are rooted in hard-wrought wisdom, joy and sorrow, simplicity, and stories from her own everyday experiences. Musically, these messages are wrapped up in traditional folk roots, Americana, old-time country swing, soul, and even rock and pop sensibilities.
Erlewine’s music has touched people all over the world. Her words have held solace for weary hearts, offered a light in the darkness, and held space for the pain and joy of being alive in these times. And, she uses her music as a platform for positive change. She considers her job a service-oriented one and carries the torch of the folk-singer activist. Her voice on stage encourages connectedness and stresses the importance of environmental advocacy, social justice, creative empowerment and community building as necessary work for all of us.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $17.50. General admission, Black Box. Tables can be reserved with the purchase of eight tickets; to reserve a table, please call the Box Office, 231-924-8885. 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 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, June 29 Film Screening – "Old Heart" 6:30 p.m. Main Stage
2025-06-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here to purchase your ticket! – $10
Adapted from Peter Ferry’s award winning novel, Old Heart, a film by West Michigan’s Heartland Independent Film and Drama Forum, tells the story of Tom Johnson, an American soldier who is part of the Allied liberation of the Southern Netherlands in the fall of 1944. He works with a Jewish translator,
Sarah van Praag, to smuggle food and supplies to starving residents of northern cities trapped behind Nazi lines. They also fall in love.
Sixty years later, in the summer of 2005, Tom foils his family’s plan to move him to an assisted living facility by taking a flight to the Netherlands. He is determined to find Sarah again, the love of his life.
Along with the Dogwood Center film screening, Old Heart will screen at theaters, museums, festivals, universities, performing arts centers, libraries and conference across the United States, in many Dutch cities, Belgium and Canada. After the film screening at the Dogwood, Director Kirk Wahamaki and local actress Martha Kallenbach, will speak to the audience and follow up with a Q & A segment.
Click here to purchase your tickets. Tickets are $10.00. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont. Doors open for seating at 6:00 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.

Sunday, July 13 – Bright Star Theatre Presents “The Wizard of Oz” 3:00 p.m. Black Box
2025-07-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here for tickets for Bright Star Theatre – $7.50
Bright Star Touring Theatre, a national professional touring theater company based in North Carolina, will perform in the Dogwood Center Black Box on Sunday, July 13 at 3:00 p.m. with their production of Wizard of Oz.
Wizard of Oz is a 45-minute, fast-paced version of the literary classic, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. Wizard of Oz introduces audiences to the comic duo, “Lenny and Mabel” who lead the audience down the Yellow Brick Road to the land of Oz, meeting all of our favorite characters along the way. Gain courage with the Cowardly Lion, take heart with the Tin Man, and find your wits with the Scarecrow in this fun interactive retelling. The performance will be appreciated by audiences’ pre-K to adult.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $7.50. General admission, Black Box. 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 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 - Friday, July 21 - 25 - Broadway Bootcamp's "101 Dalmatians Kids" 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
2025-07-21 09:00 - 2025-07-25 12:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here to reserve your spot now! – $55.00
This special session of Bootcamp is all about putting on a full musical—from auditions to final bows—all in just one week! Open to ages 6 – 12, participants will dive into the exciting process of bringing 101 Dalmatians Kids to life on stage, working with a real script, learning songs, practicing choreography, and exploring their characters.
Throughout the week, participants will also be introduced to key elements of theater production—blocking, costumes, props, and stage direction—in a way that’s fun, age-appropriate, and encouraging. While we support and celebrate each child’s growth, we keep expectations aligned with their developmental stage. Participants are welcome to use scripts on stage during the final performance as they learn how to follow along, but we do encourage a little practice at home throughout the week to help build confidence.
This experience is perfect for both first-time performers and returning stars. The week wraps with a fully staged performance for family and friends, where every child gets to step into the spotlight and shine in their own unique way.
This workshop starts at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 12:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday. Friday will start at 9:00 a.m. with a free show open to the public will be held the same day at 11:00 a.m. Class size is limited. Workshop price is $55.00/child. Pre-registration required.
Once you have registered, please email Casey@dogwoodcenter.com with your confirmation number to receive further instructions for auditions.
Click here to reserve your spot now!
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.

Saturday, August 2 – Jacob McLeod 7:30 p.m. Black Box
2025-08-02 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here for tickets for Jacob McLeod – $15.00
A 20 year old singer-songwriter, performer, producer, instrumentalist, and recording artist, Jacob McLeod calls Big Rapids home, and is active in music scenes around the state.
During the 2020 pandemic, a bored 15 year old Jacob started to learn guitar, piano, and how to use his voice. This was when he discovered his true love for music, and was able to learn songs by some of his favorite artists like Billy Joel, John Mayer, Bob Dylan, Tyler Childers, and Ray Charles. Shortly after the shutdown, Jacob used the skills he gained from learning other songs to write his own, something that soon blossomed into his favorite musical venture.
After playing his first show in 2022, and hundreds since then, Jacob released his debut album in September of 2023, “North Woods Music”. In the time that followed, Jacob has released countless other songs, with plans to continue to write and release music for as long as he is able, fulfilling his goal of creating a more musical world. Most recently, Jacob released his debut EP “Mozart,” a collection of five songs written, recorded, produced, and released himself. “Mozart” serves as a musical stepping stone for the 20 year old singer-songwriter, and is now streaming everywhere.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $15.00. General admission, Black Box. Tables can be reserved with the purchase of eight tickets; to reserve a table, please call the Box Office, 231-924-8885. 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 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.

Saturday, August 23 – Broadway Bootcamp: High School Musical! 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Main Stage
2025-08-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here to reserve your spot now! – $25.00
Give your child the gift of a lifetime with Broadway Bootcamp, the ultimate musical theater experience!
For ages 10 – 18, 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!
Give your child the opportunity to shine bright like a Broadway star! Enroll them in Broadway Bootcamp today and witness their transformation into a confident, expressive, and passionate performer. Sign up now and let their dreams take center stage!
This workshop starts at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, August 23, with students putting together a show in a matter of hours! A free show for the public will be held the same day at 12:00 p.m. (ending around 12:20 p.m.) Class size is limited. Workshop price is $25.00/child. Pre-registration required.
Click here to reserve your spot now!
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.

Saturday, August 23 – Dixon’s Violin 3:00 p.m. Black Box
2025-08-23 15:00 - 16:30 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here to purchase tickets – $20.00
You’ve Never Heard Violin Like This! Dixon transforms the violin into a one-man symphony, blending innovation and soul with his custom 5-string electric violin and live looping system. From TED Talks to Burning Man, this visionary artist has captivated audiences across North America with his groundbreaking sound and inspiring story of transformation.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $20.00. General admission, Black Box. Tables can be reserved with the purchase of eight tickets; to reserve a table, please call the Box Office, 231-924-8885. 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 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.

Thursday, February 1 – January Series of Calvin University - TIM DALRYMPLE 12:30 P.M.
2025-09-20 00:00 | MI

Saturday, September 20 – Ryanhood 7:30 p.m. Black Box Tickets $17.50
2025-09-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Tickets $17.50 – Buy Tickets for Ryanhood!
International Acoustic Music Awards winners for ‘Best Group/Duo’, Ryanhood’s tight vocal harmonies and big acoustic riffs have made them favorites on the touring circuit for over 20 years. Ryan David Green and Cameron Hood create world-class acoustic guitar interplay, hope-filled storytelling, and turn-on-a-dime harmonies. Ryanhood offers an invitation to soak in a river of melodies and harmonic hooks; to reflect, laugh, sing, and to stand up and cheer. From Tucson, AZ, the acoustic-duo has performed more than 1500 shows in 47 U.S. states over the past decade, and have shared stages with Jason Mraz, Matt Nathanson, Train, and many more.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $17.50. General admission, Black Box. Tables can be reserved with the purchase of eight tickets; to reserve a table, please call the Box Office, 231-924-8885. 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 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.

Friday, September 26 – Grand Valley Piano Chamber Series 7:30 p.m. Black Box Free Admission
2025-09-26 19:30 - 20:30 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
The Fremont Area Community Foundation invites you to experience a wonderful concert by the Grand Valley Piano Chamber Series on Friday, September 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Dogwood Center’s Black Box!

Sookkyung Cho

Parker Quartet
The Grand Valley Piano Chamber Series (GVPCS) presents a classical piano chamber music concert featuring the Grammy Award-winning Parker Quartet of Harvard University and GVPCS Artistic Director Sookkyung Cho. In the 2025–2026 season, GVPCS celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with chamber music works by composers who made the United States their new home. This program highlights piano quintets by Ernő Dohnányi and Erich Wolfgang Korngold. For more information, please visit www.gvpcs.org.

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 evening at the Dogwood! For information, phone 231.924.8885. The Dogwood Center is located one mile east of downtown Fremont.

Saturday, September 27 – Carlos and Audrey 7:30 p.m. Black Box Tickets $12.50
2025-09-27 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here for tickets for Carlos and Audrey – $12.50
Carlos and Audrey’s partnership began after they met in 2019 and they have been playing together since. They quickly bonded over their shared love of music and began exploring the possibilities of blending their unique talents. One of their first collaborations involved Carlos teaching Audrey a meaningful Venezuelan song, which they recorded and shared with his family—a testament to the power of music to connect people across distances.
Carlos’s musical journey began in the 4th grade when he picked up the cuatro, Venezuela’s beloved national instrument. His passion quickly expanded to include guitar, congas, and bongos, showcasing his versatility and deep connection to Latin American rhythms.
Audrey’s musical foundation was lovingly laid by her grandma, Phyllis Jansma, who introduced her to the piano at the tender age of four. This early connection sparked a lifelong love of music, leading her to begin violin lessons in the 4th grade with Ella Villa. Audrey’s background in classical music and the influence of her grandmother provides a delicate and graceful contrast to Carlos’s traditional folk expertise.
Carlos and Audrey bring a unique blend of musical backgrounds and shared passion to familiar tunes and classic Venezuelan songs, Carlos and Audrey are sure to leave a lasting impression.
This concert is generously sponsored by Richard and Sherrie Harris.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $12.50. General admission, Black Box. Tables can be reserved with the purchase of eight tickets; to reserve a table, please call the Box Office, 231-924-8885. 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 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.

Saturday, October 4 - Karen Mills 7:30 p.m. Main Stage Tickets $22.50
2025-10-04 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here for tickets for Karen Mills – $22.50
Karen Mills is a seasoned stand-up comedian with 30 years’ experience. Known for her sharp wit and relatable topics, this Tennessee girl has performed on the iconic stage of the Grand Ole Opry and toured alongside comedy sensation Leanne Morgan. Karen’s Dry Bar Comedy special “Baby Got Bad Back” has amassed over 30 million views. This self-proclaimed “crazy dog lady” has a straight-forward approach to the realities of life. Her smart, funny, keen observations will keep you laughing at yourself as you relate to her experiences. Even Ovarian cancer couldn’t stop her from turning her pain into punchlines. Diagnosed in 2013 after a routine checkup, Karen was determined to take on the disease with hope and humor and in 2016 she was chosen to present her talk, “Cancer is a Laughing Matter” at TEDxChattanooga. Karen can be heard regularly on Sirius/XM comedy channels.
Click here to purchase tickets. Tickets are $22.50. 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.

Friday, October 10 - Third Coast Swing 7:30 p.m. Black Box Tickets $20.00
2025-10-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here for tickets for Third Coast Swing – $20.00
Third Coast Swing plays a seamless blend of 1930’s Hot Club charm with mid-century swing. Third Coast Swing musicians are Chris Tabaczynski on clarinet, Grant Flick on violin, Steve and Kaedin Plummer on guitars, “Ella J” Plummer with vocals, and Tom Knific on bass. Get your toes tapping with this supremely skilled and energized ensemble while they perform swing music from the French and American Songbook!
Third Coast Swing has performed with National Touring acts such as Frank Vignola, Denis Chang, Jimmy Grant, and Dave Bennett. Third Coast Swing has performed regionally at the West MI Jazz Society, Ludington Amphitheater, Ludington Area Center for the Arts, Bell’s Kalamazoo, Detroit Jazz Society, Crooked Tree Art’s Center, Kerrytown Concert House, Playhouse at White Lake, Ramsdell Theater, Westshore Performing Arts and more.
This performance is generously sponsored by Jim and Donna Hieftje.
Click here for tickets. Tickets are $20.00. General admission, Black Box. Tables can be reserved with the purchase of eight tickets; to reserve a table, please call the Box Office, 231-924-8885. 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 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.

Saturday, October 18 - Comedy Hypnosis Show Featuring David Anthony 7:30 p.m. Main Stage Tickets $17.50
2025-10-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here for tickets for David Anthony – $17.50
Imagine the person that was sitting next to you just a few minutes ago is now up on stage and can’t remember their own name! Or better yet one of your friends is up on the stage claiming that their belly button was stolen. Then with a snap of David Anthony’s fingers they enter back into a hypnotic trance. Sounds entertaining huh? This is just the beginning of what to expect in the show. No one is forced to volunteer. David will invite anyone who wants to get hypnotized to join him and fill the 15-20 chairs that are on stage. In just a few moments your friends and the rest of the volunteers fall into a hypnotic trance. Then the fun begins! It is comedy like no other. Mainly because YOU and YOUR FRIENDS are the stars of the show!
David Anthony stands out as a captivating performer who seamlessly blends magic, comedy, and audience participation to create an unforgettable experience for the audience. With a unique fusion of these elements, David’s show is not only mystifying but also filled with laughter. He skillfully navigates between moments of humor and jaw-dropping amazement, ensuring a dynamic and engaging performance.
A native of Cleveland, David Anthony performs professionally as a magician, illusionist, and hypnotist. David started his love of magic when he was only five years old when his uncle got him a magic kit. He shared his love of performing for others for the first time when he was twelve, and since then, he has won competitions and prestigious awards, such as The Fantasma Award, with his award-winning act, “A Tale of Serendipity”.
At the heart of David Anthony’s show is cutting-edge magic and mind reading, elevating the mystical experience for spectators. His repertoire goes beyond traditional tricks, incorporating innovative illusions that leave the audience in awe.
Click here to purchase 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.

Friday, November 7 - 1964: The Beatles Tribute 7:30 p.m. Main Stage Tickets $50.00
2025-11-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click Here for Tickets for 1964: The Beatles Tribute – $50
Since the early eighties, “1964”…The Tribute has been thrilling audiences around the globe by taking them on journey through a quintessential moment in music history that will live forever.
Over twenty years of researching and performing have made “1964” masters of their craft. They are hailed by critics and fans alike as THE most authentic and endearing Beatles tribute….which has earned them the distinction from Rolling Stone magazine as the “Best Beatles Tribute on Earth”.
“1964” recreates an early ‘60s live Beatle concert with period instruments, clothing, hairstyles, and onstage banter with an accuracy that is unmatched.
“1964” is:
Mark Benson as John Lennon
Mac Ruffing as Paul McCartney
Doug Couture as George Harrison
Bobby Potter as Ringo Starr
Disclaimer: 1964 The Tribute is not endorsed by or affiliated with Apple Corps, LTD.
Click her to purchase tickets. Tickets are $50.00. 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.

Saturday, November 15 - An Evening with Nathan Graham and Noah Guthrie 7:30 p.m. Black Box Tickets $20.00
2025-11-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here for Tickets to An Evening with Nathan Graham and Noah Guthrie – $20.00
When you think of a singer-songwriter, who comes to mind?
Nathan Graham says it probably isn’t somebody who looks like he does, and he wants to change that.
​Born and raised in Chicago, Graham meshes South Side Blues with Nashville Americana, beginning his career backing blues singers at famous haunts like Buddy Guy’s Legends and Kingston Mines. He spent a decade as a guitar-for-hire before picking up a mic to tell his own stories on the stage.
​Soulful and steady, Graham’s music offers a raw introspective of the human condition that’s both painful and comforting. His guitar conveys heartbreak, lyrics tell stories of regret, but his rich vocal delivery offers the remedy.
​Having brought his songs on international tours with both major label and indie acts, Graham is challenging the notion of what it means to be a singer-songwriter. He’s driving inclusivity within the genre, and he hopes to evoke a sense of understanding in the process.

When Chicago’s blues-rooted troubadour Nathan Graham joins forces with Southern Americana powerhouse Noah Guthrie, the result is a tour that promises raw emotion, rich storytelling, and unforgettable performances. Graham, known for blending South Side blues with Nashville Americana, brings a decade of guitar-for-hire grit and a voice that channels heartache and hope. Guthrie, whose soulful vocals and Southern charm have captivated audiences from Glee to America’s Got Talent, delivers songs steeped in authenticity and the spirit of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Together, they fuse their distinct musical backgrounds into a shared journey—one that celebrates vulnerability, resilience, and the power of live music to connect across genres and geography. Expect stripped-down acoustic moments, electrifying harmonies, and a night that feels like home, no matter where you are.
Click here to purchase 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.

FHS Theater Presents: Little Women - Friday, November 21, 7:00 P.M. Main Stage Tickets: Adult $12.00, Children 18 & under $8.00
2025-11-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 S. Campus Court, Fremont, MI, 49412, United States
Click here for Tickets to the Friday Night Show at 7:00 P.M
Fremont High School Theater presents Little Women as their fall production.
Show Synopsis:
Set during the Civil War, Little Women follows the lives of the four March sisters as they navigate the joys and heartaches of growing up. Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy chase their dreams, meet new friends, and experience love and loss, all while being guided by the quiet wisdom of their beloved mother, Marmee. Over several years, the sisters learn what it means to make decisions about their futures, even when faced with the unexpected. This charming adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s classic story highlights the power of friends, family, and the unbreakable bonds that endure through hardships.
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 schedule 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.
