THE NOTEBOOK THE MUSICAL

THE NOTEBOOK, a new musical based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film, will play the Fisher Theatre September 22 – October 4. As part of the 2026-27 ATG Broadway In Detroit Series, audiences are about to fall in love all over again with this beloved story. Individual tickets for THE NOTEBOOK go on sale Friday, June 26 at 10:00 a.m., tickets will be available online at us.ATGTickets.com/Detroit. 

The production was recently recognized with three 2024 Tony Award nominations (Best Book of a Musical, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical), Drama League Award nominations for Outstanding Production of a Musical, two Distinguished Performance Awards and the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing, Drama Desk Award nominations for Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical, and an Outer Critics Circle Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical.

THE NOTEBOOK features music and lyrics by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson and a book by playwright Bekah Brunstetter (writer and producer on NBC's “This Is Us,” The Cake). The production is directed by Michael Greif (Dear Evan Hansen, Next to Normal, RENT) and Schele Williams (Aida, The Wiz), with choreography by Katie Spelman (Associate Choreographer on Moulin Rouge! The Musical).

THE NOTEBOOK is the first show in the 2026/27 ATG Broadway In Detroit Series. This season also includes MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, THE GREAT GATSBY, BOOP! THE MUSICAL, OPERATION MINCEMEAT, DEATH BECOMES HER. Season subscriptions are available online at us.atgtickets.com/BroadwayInDetroit

MICHAEL MYERS COMING TO DETROIT FOR HALLOWEEN THEMED CHARITY EVENT

Nick Castle and James Jude Courtney, known for their portrayal of the notorious "Michael Myers" in the Halloween movies series, are teaming up to appear in Detroit for two "Halfway 2 Halloween" events that support Gleaners Community Food Bank. A portions of the proceeds from both events will be donated to support Gleaners in providing breakfast for local children during the summer break, a crucial meal that underprivileged kids may receive only during the school year. The Emagine Theatres location in Novi will host a special movie night on Friday, May 3 and Screamers Costumes Store in Clinton Township will host a meet and greet on Saturday, May 4. Nick Castle, the original “Michael Myers” from 1978’s HALLOWEEN, and James Jude Courtney, who has recently embodied the character in the franchise’s latest installments – HALLOWEEN (2018), HALLOWEEN KILLS (2021), and HALLOWEEN ENDS (2022), will be present at both events. 

The “Halfway 2 Halloween” weekend includes: 

Friday, May 3rd – A unique double feature movie premiere with Q&A at Emagine Novi featuring HALLOWEEN (1978) and HALLOWEEN (2018), with a selection of two screenings one starting at 6:00 and the other at 7:00 p.m. A Q&A session with James Jude Courtney and Nick Castle, moderated by Anthony LaVerde, CEO of Emagine Entertainment will take place between the movies in the double feature. Tickets for this event are priced at $30 and can be purchased at www.emagine-entertainment.com.   Emagine Novi is located at 44425 W 12 Mile Rd., Novi, Michigan.

Saturday, May 4th – Meet and greet session at Screamers Costumes, with autographs and photo opportunities. James Jude Courtney and Nick Castle will be at the Screamers Costumes Store, located at 35431 Gratiot Ave., Clinton Township. Attendees can get autographs, selfie photos, and a special HALLOWEEN themed photo with both actors. Doors open at 10:00 a.m., with payments accepted onsite via cash or credit card. A portion of the proceeds from both events will support the 2024 Gleaner's Food Bank Cereal Drive, aiding in providing breakfast for local children during the summer months.

DAVID SEDARIS IS COMING TO DETROITS FISHER THEATRE

David Sedaris, author of bestseller books Calypso, Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, and regular National Public Radio contributor will be appearing for one night only at the Fisher Theatre on April 19 at 7:30 p.m., following the release of his newest books Happy-Go-Lucky and A Carnival of Snackery. Tickets will go on sale Friday, December 16, 2022, and can be purchased online at broadwayindetroit.com, ticketmaster.com, davidsedarisontour.com and in person at the Fisher Theatre Box Office. 

This is a unique opportunity to see the best-selling humorist in an intimate setting. As always, Sedaris will be offering a selection of all-new readings and recollections, as well as a Q&A session and book signing. Books will be available for sale at the event, courtesy of the Wayne State Bookstore. 

With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, Mr. Sedaris has become one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. To see him read his own work on stage allows his autobiographical narrative to reveal a uniquely personal narrative that will keep you laughing throughout the evening. Don’t miss this event!