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The mission of Farmers Alley Theatre is to create a professional product that entertains while inspiring, educating, and communicating with audiences to reflect on the diverse human experience.
Farmers Alley Theatre is a professional theatre based in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
We are Southwest Michigan's first and only year round Equity Theatre Company. We are ?striving to establish ourselves as Western Michigan's Premiere professional theatre. Several notable Broadway performers have traveled to work in our intimate 99 seat theatre including Barbara Marineau (Beauty and the Beast), Ann Sanders (?upcoming Broadway production of Frozen, ?King and I, Allegiance), Teri Bibb (Phantom of the Opera), Hannah Elless (Godspell, Bright Star), Ryan Vasquez (?Hamilton Tour, ?Wicked, Waitress), Michelle Duffy (Heathers, Leap of Faith), Trey Ellett (?Amelie, ?Rent),? Paul Castree (veteran of 10 Broadway shows),? Scott Coulter (renowned cabaret singer), and Lauren Kennedy (Spamalot, Side Show) to name a few. Visit our web site to learn more about us at www.farmersalleytheatre.com

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SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM Comes to Farmers Alley Theatre Next Month


 Farmers Alley Theatre will partner with the Irving S. Gilmore International Piano Festival to bring Sondheim on Sondheim to Southwest Michigan audiences this April and May.

Filament Theatre To Present Constellation Points' CLOUD MAN


Filament Theatre will present Constellation Points' magical puppet-filled Cloud Man. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look at BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROL KING MUSICAL at Broadway Palm


Broadway Palm is presenting Beautiful, The Carole King Musical playing February 23 through April 6, 2024. Check out production photos here!

SKELETON CREW Comes to Farmers Alley Theatre in March


Farmers Alley Theatre will bring Skeleton Crew to Southwest Michigan audiences this March.

City Theatre To Present Pulitzer Prize-Winning FAT HAM By James Ijames


City Theatre has announced the fourth show of its 2023/2024 season, Fat Ham by James Ijames, a co-production with TheatreSquared in Fayetteville, AR.

Farmers Alley Theatre Launches An Educational Touring Program To Bring Theatre To Area Schools


Fulfilling a core pillar of its mission and building on fifteen years of theatrical excellence, the inaugural tour of the FATE (Farmers Alley Theatre Education) program will bring Yearning To Learn to perform socially relevant theatrical works in area schools January 29 through February 2.

Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards


Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! See who was selected audience favorite in Michigan! Winners include The Croswell Opera House, Tibbits Opera House and more.

2024 Gilmore Piano Festival To Feature Over 100 Concerts And Events, April 24- May 12


The Gilmore Piano Festival returns this year with more than 100 concerts and events featuring appearances by many of the world’s preeminent classical and jazz pianists and artists, from Wednesday, April 24 to Sunday, May 12, 2024. 

Farmers Alley Theatre Presents NATIVE GARDENS By Karen Zacarias


Farmers Alley Theatre announces the upcoming production of Native Gardens in Kalamazoo, MI. Check out the press release for more details.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Michigan Awards; Voting Ends 12/31


It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Michigan Awards; MARY POPPINS, PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, The Croswell Opera House & More Lead!


There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards; MARY POPPINS, PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, The Croswell Opera House & More Lead!


It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards December 5th Standings; MARY POPPINS Leads Best Musical!


It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Michigan Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Farmers Alley Theatre Presents The Regional Premiere Of EVERY BRILLIANT THING


Farmers Alley Theatre presents Every Brilliant Thing in Kalamazoo, MI. Check out the press release for more information on this upcoming production.

Farmers Alley Theatre Kicks Off Its 2023-2024 Season With The Michigan Premiere Of The Localized Version Of The Beloved Musical WORKING


Continuing a year of critically acclaimed performances and extended runs (Becoming Dr. Ruth, Chicken & Biscuits, and this summer's smash hit RENT), Farmers Alley Theatre is proud to bring the very first localized production of Working, the Musical to Michigan audiences. 

The Contemporary Theatre Of Ohio to Open 23-24 Season With POTUS


Get ready for a fast-paced comedy filled with hilarious one-liners and outrageous situations! The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio presents POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying To Keep Him Alive.

Diversionary Theatre Reveals New Staff in Leadership Positions


Diversionary Theatre has announced that Stephen Brotebeck will be serving as Interim Artistic Director while a national search is conducted for Diversionary’s next Artistic Director after former Executive Artistic Director Matt M. Morrow took on a new role of Artistic Director of Walnut Creek’s Center Rep. 

RENT Comes to Farmers Alley Theatre This June and July.


Concluding a mainstage season of critically acclaimed performances (A Gentleman’s Guide To Love and Murder, A Swinging Christmas: The Holiday Music of Tony Bennett, The Great Leap, Becoming Dr. Ruth, Chicken & Biscuits), Farmers Alley Theatre will present its highly anticipated production of RENT.

Diversionary Theatre Announces Cast & Creative Team For HEAD OVER HEELS


Diversionary Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its San Diego-premiere of Head Over Heels, a musical based upon “The Arcadia” by Sir Philip Sidney, with songs by the iconic 80's all-girl rock band, The Go-Go's. 

Farmers Alley Theatre's Michigan Premiere Production Of CHICKEN & BISCUITS


Continuing a streak of critically acclaimed performances (Bright Star, A Gentleman's Guide To Love and Murder, A Swinging Christmas: The Holiday Music of Tony Bennett, The Great Leap, Becoming Dr. Ruth), Farmers Alley Theatre will bring the very first production of Chicken & Biscuits to Michigan audiences. 

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