Fall into Film: Pan’s Labyrinth (2006)

Monday, November 3, 2025

Doors at 7:00PM • Film at 7:15PM

Admission: $5 | Free medium combo for members

Set in 1944 Francoist Spain, Pan’s Labyrinth follows 10 year old Ofelia, who moves with her pregnant mother to live under the brutal rule of her stepfather, Captain Vidal. Seeking escape, she discovers an ancient labyrinth where a mysterious faun tells her she may be a lost princess of an underworld kingdom. To reclaim her true identity, Ofelia must complete three dangerous tasks that blur the lines between fantasy and reality. Guillermo del Toro’s dark fairy tale masterfully contrasts innocence, cruelty, and resistance.

Presented as part of our Fall into Film series, sponsored by Jackson College. Doors open at 7:00PM; the film begins at 7:15PM. Admission is $5, and members receive a free medium combo.

Fall into Film: Labyrinth (1986)

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Doors at 6:30PM • Film at 7:00PM

Admission: $5 at the door | Free for members

When teenager Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) wishes away her baby brother, she must journey through a fantastical maze to rescue him from the Goblin King (David Bowie). Directed by Jim Henson and produced by George Lucas, Labyrinth combines puppetry, imaginative visuals, and a haunting musical score into a whimsical coming-of-age adventure. Full of strange creatures and surreal twists, it’s a cult fantasy favorite for all ages.

Presented as part of our Fall into Film series. Doors open at 6:30PM; the film begins at 7:00PM. Admission is $5 at the door; members attend free.

As the most-played group/band on Country Radio in 2023, Parmalee is one of Country Music’s most successful acts with five #1 singles, multiple platinum records, and over 1 BILLION on-demand streams. Comprised of brothers Matt and Scott Thomas (lead vocals/guitar & drums respectively), cousin Barry Knox (bass), and life-long friend Josh McSwain (guitar/keyboard). The North Carolina natives first topped the charts with “Carolina” followed by their PLATINUM-certified No. 1 single with Blanco Brown, “Just the Way.” They followed with “Take My Name,” Billboard’s Most Played Country Song of 2022. They scored their 3rd consecutive #1 single with “Girl in Mine,” Billboard’s 8th Most Played Country Song of 2023. They closed out 2024 with their fourth consecutive #1 “Gonna Love You.” Parmalee kicked off their new “Fell In Love With A Cowgirl” Tour in February, hitting stages across North America in 2025, before dropping their latest album of the same name on April 4th. 

NOTICE: PIT is standing room only

No Refunds – No Re-Entry 

All ages show

Fall into Film: The Menu (2022)

Monday, November 10, 2025

Doors at 7:00PM • Film at 7:15PM

Admission: $5 | Free medium combo for members

A young couple travels to a remote island to dine at an exclusive restaurant where the chef has prepared a lavish tasting menu—with shocking surprises. The Menu is a darkly comedic thriller that skewers privilege, pretension, and the fine dining elite, starring Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Nicholas Hoult.

Presented as part of our Fall into Film series, sponsored by Jackson College. Doors open at 7:00PM; the film begins at 7:15PM. Admission is $5, and members receive a free medium combo.

Romeo & Juliet: Inside the Music with the Jackson Symphony Orchestra

Friday, November 14, 2025 | 10:00 AM

Free Educational Event — RSVP by October 1, 2025

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Experience Shakespeare’s timeless tale through the power of music. Romeo & Juliet: Inside the Music invites high school and college students to discover how composers transform classic literature into emotional symphonies.

This 60-minute program brings students face-to-face with a professional orchestra and explores how sound can tell stories, express emotion, and bring characters to life.

What to Expect:

• A fun, interactive concert experience
• Professional orchestra performing live on stage
• Exploration of how music and literature connect
• Perfect for music, English, and theatre students

Program Highlights:

• Tchaikovsky – Romeo and Juliet Overture-Fantasy
• Prokofiev – Romeo and Juliet (excerpts)
• Bernstein – West Side Story (excerpts)

Curriculum Connections:

• Music Standards: Listening and analyzing structure, interpreting emotions, connecting music to culture
• English/Language Arts Standards: Analyzing themes and character dynamics, comparing interpretations of Romeo & Juliet
• Theatre Standards: Exploring artistic choices and connections between drama and other art forms

Duration: Approximately 60 minutes

Romeo & Juliet

Saturday, November 15, 2025

Pre-Concert Talk 6:30 PM • Doors Open 7:00 PM • Show 7:30 PM

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Experience an evening of passion and grandeur as the Jackson Symphony Orchestra presents a program filled with timeless works. The concert opens with Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Overture-Fantasy, setting the stage with drama and lyricism. Soprano Kathryn Mueller joins the orchestra for Samuel Barber’s Knoxville: Summer of 1915, a moving reflection on childhood. The evening concludes with Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 in E minor, a sweeping masterpiece exploring fate and triumph.

Pre-Concert Conversation: Join us at 6:30 PM for a free, interactive lecture offering insights into the music and composers.

Ticket Prices:

• Section A: $40

• Section B: $35

• Section C: $25

• Student Tickets: $5

Runtime: Approximately 1h 45m

Get your tickets now and experience the power of live symphonic music.

Fall into Film: They Cloned Tyrone (2023)

Monday, November 17, 2025

Doors at 7:00PM • Film at 7:15PM

Admission: $5 | Free medium combo for members

In this sci-fi mystery comedy, an unlikely trio—played by John Boyega, Teyonah Parris, and Jamie Foxx—uncover a government conspiracy in their neighborhood that involves mind control, cloning, and surveillance. Blending genre satire with social commentary, They Cloned Tyrone is both funny and sharp, drawing comparisons to Get Out and Sorry to Bother You for its bold style and message.

Presented as part of our Fall into Film series, sponsored by Jackson College. Doors open at 7:00PM; the film begins at 7:15PM. Admission is $5, and members receive a free medium combo.

Fall into Film: Gremlins (1984)

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Doors at 6:30PM • Film at 7:00PM

Admission: $5 at the door | Free for members

When a young man receives a mysterious creature called a mogwai as a Christmas gift, he’s warned to follow three simple rules. But when those rules are broken, a small town is overrun by mischievous—and deadly—gremlins. Directed by Joe Dante and produced by Steven Spielberg, Gremlins is a darkly comedic holiday-horror hybrid that has become a cult classic for its blend of scares, satire, and creature chaos.

Presented as part of our Fall into Film series. Doors open at 6:30PM; the film begins at 7:00PM. Admission is $5 at the door; members attend free.

Fall into Film: Transformers One (2024)

Monday, November 24, 2025

Doors at 7:00PM • Film at 7:15PM

Admission: $5 | Free medium combo for members

Transformers One is an origin story exploring the legendary rivalry between Optimus Prime and Megatron. Set on the planet Cybertron long before their arrival on Earth, this animated sci-fi adventure dives into the beginnings of the Autobots and Decepticons. With stunning visuals and emotional depth, the film reimagines how two allies became enemies in a war that would span galaxies.

Presented as part of our Fall into Film series, sponsored by Jackson College. Doors open at 7:00PM; the film begins at 7:15PM. Admission is $5, and members receive a free medium combo.

Rat Pack Holiday Show

Saturday, November 29, 2025

Doors at 6:00 PM • Show at 7:00 PM

Sunday, November 30, 2025 (Matinee)

Doors at 2:00 PM • Show at 3:00 PM

Admission:

⁕ Floor Adult: $26.00

⁕ Floor Senior/Student: $19.00

⁕ Lower Balcony Adult: $13.00

⁕ Lower Balcony Senior/Student: $9.00

⁕ Tables (per table): $300.00

Includes $10.00 concession token per person at the table

Group Discount: Groups of 5 or more receive 25% off tickets (excluding tables)

Ticketing Fee: $1.25 per ticket • Venue Fee: $2.00 per ticket

The Rat Pack Holiday Show brings the timeless charm of Frank, Dean, and Sammy to life with a live band, classic hits, and festive favorites. Direct from Las Vegas, this high-energy production captures the style, music, and humor that made the Rat Pack legends—now with a holiday twist.

Local favorite Bruce Hammond, former Jackson Community College drama student and original member of the Doo-Wop group The Gelcaps, returns to the Michigan Theatre stage as part of this unforgettable production. Hammond, who wowed audiences last year with his acclaimed “Sinatra Live” show, joins a cast that not only sounds like the Rat Pack—they look the part, too.

Whether you’re reliving cherished memories or experiencing the Rat Pack’s magic for the first time, this is your chance to enjoy a nostalgic night of music, laughter, and holiday spirit.

Marcus, Tiffany & Friends Christmas Celebration

Friday, December 5, 2025 | 7:00 PM (Doors at 6:00 PM)

This holiday season, experience the warmth and joy of live music with Marcus and Tiffany Shelton, joined by their talented friends, in a Christmas celebration like no other. Sponsored by Curtis, Curtis & Brelinski, P.C., this family-friendly concert blends timeless holiday favorites with a wide range of musical styles, from classical to jazz, theatre, and contemporary.

About the Performers

Marcus and Tiffany first met in college and have been making music together ever since. Married for nearly 25 years, they moved to Jackson from Seattle in 2017 and now perform regularly at venues and private events throughout Michigan and beyond. Both are classically trained singers, and their unique stripped-down style brings an intimate and refreshing approach to every performance.

Marcus Shelton made his professional debut in Seattle Opera’s production of Wagner’s Ring Cycle in 2000. He went on to join Seattle Opera’s Young Artist Program and has since performed with companies such as Portland Opera, New Orleans Opera, Opéra Théâtre de Rimouski, and the Greek National Opera. He has sung in concerts across the globe, including a gala appearance alongside David Foster, Kenny G, and Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds. Marcus was also a longtime National Anthem singer for the Seattle Mariners and Seahawks, and made his Detroit Tigers debut in 2018.

Tiffany Shelton is a lifelong performer whose repertoire spans musical theatre, jazz, a cappella, sacred music, and major choral works such as Handel’s Messiah and Brahms’s Ein Deutsches Requiem. She has performed on stages ranging from Seattle’s Benaroya Hall to community theatres, and even spent a season with Seattle’s Dickens Carolers, performing Victorian carols in traditional garb. In 2020, she appeared as Margo Lane in The Shadow with Center Stage Jackson’s Old Time Radio Shows.

Together, Marcus and Tiffany bring artistry, warmth, and a festive spirit to the stage—perfect for the holiday season.

Tickets

• Families of 3 or more: $30
• Adult: $19
• Balcony: $13
• Seniors: $13
• Children 12 and under: $6

Additional fees apply: $1.25 ticketing fee and $3 venue fee

Home For The Holidaze Variety Show

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Doors: 2:00 PM | Show: 3:00 PM

Join us for Home For The Holidaze, a festive and comical journey through the holiday season over the past 50 years in the spirit of THE ED SULLIVAN SHOW. Produced by Out of The Box Theater and directed by Annissa Sumner, this variety show combines drama, music, dance, and poetry to capture the humor, joy, and chaos of holiday traditions.

Featuring many talented local artists from Jackson, this performance offers a holiday experience the whole family will love.

Ticket Prices:

• FAMILY OF 4+: $25
• GENERAL: $10
• SENIORS & STUDENTS: $5

Seating:

No pit – General Admission available on the Floor, Lower, and Upper Balcony

Celebrate the season with laughter, music, and local talent at the Michigan Theatre!

A Man Named Cash | A Johnny Cash Premier Tribute

Saturday December 20, 2025

Doors 6:45 PM • Show 7:45 PM

Join us for A Man Named Cash, the premier tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash featuring Estate-picked vocalist Eric Hofmanis. Relive nearly 50 years of music—from his early Sun Records days to the American Recordings era—with all the classics.

Ticket Prices:

• Floor Rows A-C: $39

• Floor Rows D-S: $33

• Lower Balcony W-Z: $29

• Lower Balcony AA-DD: $21

Get your tickets now and experience the legend live.

Monster Box Improv in Pretty/Funny – A Night of Original Comedy

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Doors at 6:30 PM • Show at 7:30 PM

Monster Box Improv returns to the Michigan Theatre to kick off their 2026 Midwest comedy tour with Pretty/Funny, a brand-new, bigger and more elaborate comedy show. Known for their creativity, quick wit, and inventive mix of styles, they deliver a performance that feels crafted, fresh, and unpredictable. Expect sharp improvisation, theatrical flair, and plenty of laughter.

Tickets – Main Floor Only (Balcony Closed)

Online pre-sale pricing available now. Prices increase December 1 and January 1.

• VIP Section – 6 tables of 6: $50 per seat
• First 6 Rows: $35 per seat
• All Other Seating: $25 per seat
• Senior/Student Discount: $5 off any tier (use code SeniorsStudent25 at checkout)

Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE

Friday, January 23, 2026

Doors 6:30 PM • Show 8:00 PM

Ticket Prices:

Balcony $25 | Floor $35

Experience the music of Prince like never before with Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE—the world’s most celebrated tribute to the Purple One.

Co-founded in Minneapolis in 2011 by Marshall Charloff and Matt “Doctor” Fink (keyboardist from Prince & The Revolution), the Purple xPeRIeNCE set out to deliver Prince’s music at the highest level—live, untracked, and performed by true Minneapolis all-star musicians.

Now in its 14th year of touring worldwide, the band has performed for over a million fans, earned the official licensing of the Prince Estate, and even represented the United States at the 2021 World Expo in Dubai. From headlining Red Rocks to fronting top symphonies, Marshall Charloff embodies the spirit, sound, and style of Prince with unparalleled authenticity.

Don’t miss this electrifying performance paying true homage to one of the greatest musicians of our time.

John Crist Live!

Friday, March 20, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Doors Open: 6:00 PM

Get ready for a night of sharp wit and good-natured fun when John Crist brings his “Jokes for Humans” tour to the Michigan Theatre of Jackson. One of today’s fastest-rising comedians, Crist is known for his clean, clever takes on everyday life and faith—earning more than a billion video views and selling out shows across the country.

Seen on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Good Morning America, and in viral specials like Emotional Support and Would Like To Release A Statement, Crist delivers an evening of laughter that’s fresh, honest, and family-friendly.

Experience national comedy in MTJ’s newly renovated historic venue—right here in downtown Jackson.

Ticket Prices:

• VIP: $159.75

• Platinum: $79.75

• P1: $59.75

• P2: $49.75

• P3: $39.75

VIP Ticket Includes:

• One top-price reserved ticket in best available seating

• One VIP laminate + lanyard

• One meet & greet + photo opportunity with John Crist