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March 28, 2024

U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Fri.–Sun. & Mar. 25–29 (AAPS & YCS spring break). Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages. Sea Monsters (11:30 a.m.) follows a curious dolichorhynchops (an extinct species of marine reptile) as she travels through the most dangerous oceans in history. The Sky Tonight (12:30 & 2:30 p.m.) is an exploration of the current night sky, with tips on how to find the cardinal directions, constellations, and planets on your own. Black Holes (1:30 p.m.) features high-resolution visualizations to bring the current science of black holes and other cosmic phenomena to the screen. Various times, MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the door. Limited capacity. (734) 764–0478. 

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“Migration Thursdays at The Arb”: Washtenaw Audubon Society
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“Migration Thursdays at The Arb”: Washtenaw Audubon Society
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Every Thurs. Mar. 28–May 30. All invited on a leaderless walk through the arboretum to observe migrating birds making their way north. Binoculars provided if needed. 8–10 a.m., meet at the Dow Prairie entrance at Riverview Dr. Free. washtenawaudubon.org.

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Artists' Open Studio: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Artists' Open Studio: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave., bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, (734) 794–6250. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or calling.

Artists’ Open Studio (Thurs. 9:30–11 a.m.), bring projects to work on or use supplied materials. $2; members, free.

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Chinese Mah-Jongg: U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.

Chinese Mah-jongg (Thurs. 10 a.m.–noon in person).

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“Larry Cat in Space”: U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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“Larry Cat in Space”: U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Mar. 25–29 (AAPS & YCS spring break) (10:30 a.m.). All ages 3–8 invited to watch a cartoon presentation about an inquisitive cat who takes a trip to the Moon. Also, the regular planetarium shows (see 1 Friday) screen. U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Tickets $8 at the front desk. Limited capacity. (734) 764–0478.

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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Tues.–Sun. (except Mar. 15 & 16). All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s Nature Lab and Micro Worlds Lab to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. Schedule subject to change. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478.

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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
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Preschool Storytimes: AADL
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Every Mon.–Fri. (different times). Half-hour program of stories and songs for kids ages 2–5 (with caregiver). Pittsfield (Mon. 10:30 a.m. & Thurs. 11 a.m.), Downtown (Tues. 11 a.m.), Malletts Creek (Tues. 11 a.m. & Wed. 10:30 a.m.), Traverwood (Thurs. 11 a.m.), and Westgate (Fri. 1 p.m.). Free.

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Talks: Pittsfield Township Senior Center
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701 W. Ellsworth, bit.ly/pittsfield-seniors. (734) 8222120. Talks for seniors. Free (except as noted) in-person activities. Check meeting status before coming.

Mar. 14 (11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m.): “Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia.”

Mar. 21 (11 a.m.–noon): “Aging and Brain Health.”

Mar. 28 (11 a.m.–noon): “Fearless Approaches to Future Care Planning.”

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“Slime Time”: AADL Malletts Creek
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“Slime Time”: AADL Malletts Creek
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Mar. 28 (noon–1 p.m.). A chance for kids grades K–5 to play with the library’s slime.

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Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
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Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
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Every Mon.–Fri. (different locations). Performances by U-M carillon faculty and students. The carillons are open to visitors during the recitals; earplugs recommended. For a complete schedule see smtd.umich.edu/events. Noon, Burton Tower, 230 N. Ingalls & 1:20 p.m., Lurie Tower, 1230 Murfin, North Campus. Free. (734) 764–0583.

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HEXBUG Adventures”: AADL Downtown
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HEXBUG Adventures”: AADL Downtown
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Mar. 28 (noon–1:30 p.m.). Kids grades K–5 invited to play with the library's robotic HEXBUGs in an interactive obstacle course.

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Noon Lecture Series: U-M Center for Japanese Studies
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Noon Lecture Series: U-M Center for Japanese Studies
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Mar. 7, 21, & 28. Talks by visiting scholars. Mar. 7: University of East Anglia (UK) Japanese arts & cultures professor Simon Kaner on “Archaeology and the Question of Japanese Origins.” Mar. 21: Kobe (Japan) University international relations professor Naoko Matsumura on “Is the Nuclear Taboo Still Robust in Japan?” Mar. 28: University of Tokyo political science professor Junko Kato on “The Politics of Taxation and Redistributive Equality.” Noon–1:30 p.m., 1010 Weiser Hall, 500 Church. Free. (734) 764–6307.

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Sanctioned Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Sanctioned Bridge: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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Ann Arbor Senior Center, 1320 Baldwin Ave., bit.ly/a2-senior-cnt, (734) 794–6250. Weekly activities. Preregistration required for some events by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or calling.

Sanctioned Bridge (Thurs. noon–3:30 p.m.). $9; members, $8.

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“She, Her, Hers”: 62nd Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival
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Mar. 26–31. The oldest and one of the most prestigious avant-garde film festivals in North America, showcasing new experimental and independent films in a wide range of genres. Also, “Off the Screen” roundtable discussions, exhibits, and parties (see aaFilmFest.org for full schedule and festival passes). $14 (members & seniors, $9; students, $8) per screening at the door only. Michigan Theater (except as noted), various times.

Mar. 28: 

“She, Her, Hers.” Festival juror Su Friedrich presents one of her own films and 4 others by women who have informed her filmmaking. Whether putting a little girl through some strange paces, “rewriting” a video game, or sharing playful moments, these films share a fierce spirit that inspires Friedrich. 1 p.m., State Theatre. FREE.

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Daughters of the American Revolution Meeting
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Talk on a topic TBA by Air Force ROTC Detachment 390 at U-M commander Lt. Col. Joshua M. Arens. Also, a ceremony to honor university ROTC Medal Recipients and high school DAR Good Citizen Contest award winners. 1 p.m., Ann Arbor City Club, 1830 Washtenaw. Free. salvette@umich.edu.

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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Duplicate Bridge: Ann Arbor City Club
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Every Fri., Tues., & Thurs. All invited to play ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge (Fri. & Tues.) and a 499er game (Thurs.) for players with no more than 499 ACBL master points. 1–4 p.m. or so (arrive by 12:45 p.m.), City Club, 1830 Washtenaw Ave. $6 per person. If you plan to come without a partner, email ronmeade@comcast.net beforehand.

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Carillon Concert Series: U-M School of Music
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Every Mon.–Fri. (different locations). Performances by U-M carillon faculty and students. The carillons are open to visitors during the recitals; earplugs recommended. For a complete schedule see smtd.umich.edu/events. Noon, Burton Tower, 230 N. Ingalls & 1:20 p.m., Lurie Tower, 1230 Murfin, North Campus. Free. (734) 764–0583.

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"Wise Guys: Conversations for Men": U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program
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U-M Turner Senior Wellness Program, 2401 Plymouth Rd. Weekly activities. Free (except as noted). Preregistration required for some events. For Zoom links see calendar at tinyurl.com/a2-turner-cal. (734) 998–9353, michmed.org/tswp, tswp.info@umich.edu.

Wise Guys: Conversations for Men (Thurs. 1:30–3:30 p.m. via Zoom).

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Balloon-Powered Cars: AADL Westgate
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Balloon-Powered Cars: AADL Westgate
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Mar. 28 (2–3 p.m.). A chance for kids grades K–5 to make a fun and zippy balloon-powered car with simple materials.

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Easter Bunny: Briarwood Mall
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Easter Bunny: Briarwood Mall
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Mar. 8–30 (2–7 p.m. Mon–Sat. & noon–6 p.m. Sun.). A chance to take photos ($40–$50) with the Easter Bunny. Mar. 10 is “Pet Photo Night” (5:45–8 p.m.) for 4-legged, leashed, friendly pets that weigh less than 60 lbs. A session for kids with special needs is held on Mar. 17, 10 a.m.–noon. To reserve an appointment see shopbriarwood.com. Free admission. (734) 769–9610. 

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Talks: Ann Arbor Senior Center
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1320 Baldwin Ave. Senior-focused talks and activities. Free. Preregistration required for all talks by emailing bpatton@a2gov.org or calling (734) 794–6250.

Brunch & Learn: “Steps to Prevent Fraud” (Mar. 6, 11 a.m.–noon, light brunch provided for free).

“Travels with George: Hawaii” (Mar. 7, 1:30–4 p.m.).

“Care Management by Natalie” (Mar. 13, 9:30–10:30 a.m. or 10:30–11:30 a.m.).

Lunch & Learn: “Plant-Based Eating to Improve Your Health and the Environment” (Mar. 20, noon–1 p.m., light lunch provided for free).

“Senior Caregiving Resources and How to Decide What’s Best” (Mar. 22, 10–11:30 a.m.), preregistration required by contacting a2careconsulting@gmail.com or (734) 972–1074.

Lunch & Learn: “Planning to Meet Your Resource, Insurance, and Other Needs” (Mar. 27, noon–1 p.m., light lunch provided for free).

Technology Workshop: “4 Essential Smart Phone Skills for Older Adults” (Mar. 28, 2 p.m.).

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“The Antichrist Cometh”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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Every Wed.–Sun., Mar. 22–May 5 (except Mar. 31). Rhiannon Ragland directs the premiere of Livonia playwright David MacGregor’s comedy about a happily married man who discovers that he might be the Antichrist. Will he be able to attend a small dinner party, or will the event usher in the Apocalypse? Contains adult subject matter and language. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $30–$48 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org and by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. (734) 433–7673.

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“Story Lab Showcase”: U-M Business School Sanger Leadership Center
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“Story Lab Showcase”: U-M Business School Sanger Leadership Center
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U-M business students who have taken part in a workshop to develop stories from their lives tell those personal stories onstage. 5–6:30 p.m., U-M Ross Business School Robertson Auditorium, 701 Tappan. Free. Preregistration requested at sanger.umich.edu/portfolio/story-lab.

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“BIO_DOT_BOT”: 62nd Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival
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Mar. 26–31. The oldest and one of the most prestigious avant-garde film festivals in North America, showcasing new experimental and independent films in a wide range of genres. Also, “Off the Screen” roundtable discussions, exhibits, and parties (see aaFilmFest.org for full schedule and festival passes). $14 (members & seniors, $9; students, $8) per screening at the door only. Michigan Theater (except as noted), various times.

Mar. 28: 

“BIO_DOT_BOT.” A program of Lynn Hershman Leeson’s short film and video works highlighting her long-standing fascination with reality, selfhood, and technological reproduction is curated by Julia Yezbick, who follows the screening with an on-stage conversation with the filmmaker. Part of the U-M Penny Stamps Speaker Series. 5:30 p.m. FREE.

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“BIO-DOT-BOT: Lynn Hershman Leeson Shorts”: Michigan Theater
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“BIO-DOT-BOT: Lynn Hershman Leeson Shorts”: Michigan Theater
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Film screenings every Wed.–Sun. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8:50; MTF members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see michtheater.org. 

Mar. 28: “BIO-DOT-BOT: Lynn Hershman Leeson Shorts” (Lynn Hershman Leeson, various dates). A program of short films by this cutting-edge filmmaker and multimedia artist curated by feminist filmmaker and anthropologist Julia Yezbick, who talks with Leeson about her work after the screening. Sponsored by the U-M Stamps School of Art & Design Penny Stamps Speaker Series and the Ann Arbor Film Festival. 5:30–7 p.m. FREE.

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“Introductory Woodcarving: Simple Carving Faces”: Ann Arbor District Library
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“Introductory Woodcarving: Simple Carving Faces”: Ann Arbor District Library
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A chance for adults & teens to learn the basics of woodcarving and carve a face. 5:30–7:30 p.m., AADL Downtown Secret Lab. Free. (734) 327–4200.

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“Repairsday Thursday”: All Hands Active
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Every Thurs. All invited to drop in with broken electronics, furniture, toys, and any other item for AHA members to try to repair and offer advice. Repairs not guaranteed. 6–8 p.m., AHA, basement of 255 E. Liberty, ste. 225. Livestream available at meetup.com/allhandsactive/events. Free; donations welcome. info@allhandsactive.org.

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Drop-In Knitting: Spun
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Every Sun.–Thurs. (different times). All invited to work on their knitting, crochet, weaving, and embroidery projects. 1–3 p.m. (Sun.) & 6–8 p.m. (Mon.–Thurs.), Spun, 401 N. Fourth Ave. Free. (734) 780–7867.

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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Sat., Mon., Tues., & Thurs. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join an advanced or beginner group run (Sat.), a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), or an interval-based training run (Tues.). 7 a.m. (Sat.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti; & 6 p.m. (Thurs.), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.

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“Black Infinitude": 62nd Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival
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Mar. 26–31. The oldest and one of the most prestigious avant-garde film festivals in North America, showcasing new experimental and independent films in a wide range of genres. Also, “Off the Screen” roundtable discussions, exhibits, and parties (see aaFilmFest.org for full schedule and festival passes). $14 (members & seniors, $9; students, $8) per screening at the door only. Michigan Theater (except as noted), various times.

Mar. 28: 

“Black Infinitude.” A retrospective of the films of Italian American painter, sculptor, poet, and filmmaker Aldo Tambellini (1930–2020), who pioneered electronic intermedia. 7 p.m., State Theatre.

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Comhaltas
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Every Thurs. All invited to join members of this local chapter of the Detroit Irish Music Association for an informal evening playing traditional Irish music on various instruments. Lessons offered. 7–9:30 p.m., FUMC Green Wood Church, 1001 Green Rd. at Glazier Way. Free. detroitirishmusic.org.

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Skateboard Art Auction: Friends of the Ann Arbor Skatepark Fundraiser
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Show and auction of commissioned works using skateboard decks as canvases from more than 20 artists. Live electronica music by Kaito Ian. Cash bar. Proceeds benefit the youth-oriented programming of the nonprofit that manages the city skatepark. 7–10 p.m., Zingerman’s Greyline, 100 N. Ashley St. Free admission. a2skatepark.org.

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Andy Beningo: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Mar. 28–30. Detroit-area stand-up comic known for his clean observational humor about such matters as failing relationship pop quizzes and his short-lived stint as a middle school teacher. Opening act TBA. Alcohol served. 7:15 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 9:45 p.m. (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $20 (Thurs., $15) at aacomedy.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.

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“Drive”: State Theatre
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“Drive”: State Theatre
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Film screenings every Wed.–Sun. Tickets $10.50 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, & U.S. veterans, $8:50; MTF members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see michtheater.org.

Mar. 22 & 28: “Drive” (Nicolas Winding Refn, 2011). Action film about a Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver for criminal enterprises. Ryan Gosling, Carey Mulligan. 9:30 p.m. (Fri.) & 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.).

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“Films in Competition 3: Out Night”: 62nd Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival
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Mar. 26–31. The oldest and one of the most prestigious avant-garde film festivals in North America, showcasing new experimental and independent films in a wide range of genres. Also, “Off the Screen” roundtable discussions, exhibits, and parties (see aaFilmFest.org for full schedule and festival passes). $14 (members & seniors, $9; students, $8) per screening at the door only. Michigan Theater (except as noted), various times.

Mar. 28: 

“Films in Competition 3: Out Night.” Contemporary experimental films with LGBTQ+ themes featuring a non binary visual artist’s relationship with darkness, a collection of non-phallic dildos, and the morality police. 7:30 p.m.

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“The Woman in Black”: Mind the Gap Theatre Productions
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Mar. 28–31 & Apr. 4–7. Fran Potasnik directs local actors in Stephen Mallatratt’s adaptation of Susan Hill’s gothic ghost novel set in Victorian England about a man who tries to put an end to his nightmares by writing about a tragic incident from his youth. The show ran in London’s West End for 33 years. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.-Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sun.), Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti. Tickets $20–$25 in advance at mindthegaplux.com and (if available) at the door. (810) 580–9126.

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Pub Quiz: Conor O’Neill’s Irish Pub
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Every Thurs. Popular weekly trivia fest. Come with a team of up to 6 people. Prizes. 7:30 p.m. or so, Conor O’Neill’s, 318 S. Main. $5 team fee that goes to the winning team. (734) 665–2968.

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“The Antichrist Cometh”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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Every Wed.–Sun., Mar. 22–May 5 (except Mar. 31). Rhiannon Ragland directs the premiere of Livonia playwright David MacGregor’s comedy about a happily married man who discovers that he might be the Antichrist. Will he be able to attend a small dinner party, or will the event usher in the Apocalypse? Contains adult subject matter and language. 3 p.m. (Wed., Thurs., & Sat.), 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $30–$48 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org and by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. (734) 433–7673.

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“the ripple, the wave that carried me home”: Theatre Nova
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“the ripple, the wave that carried me home”: Theatre Nova
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Every Thurs.–Sun., Mar. 22–Apr. 14. Lynch Travis directs the Michigan premiere of Tony-nominated playwright Christina Anderson’s drama about the adult daughter of civil rights activists trying to make peace with a childhood upended by her parents’ fight to integrate swimming pools in 1960s Kansas. The Chicago Sun Times reviewer said it “resonates with primal force.” 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Theatre Nova, 410 W. Huron St. Mask & proof of vaccination required. Tickets $28 (kids under 17, $10) in advance at theatre-nova.ticketleap.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 635–8450.

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Chamber Choir: U-M Music School
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Eugene Rogers leads this music student chorus in a program of choral works by Tallis, Bach, Mendelssohn, Fauré, Alberto Ginastera, and others. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium. Free. (734) 764-0583.

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“Playland”: 62nd Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival
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Mar. 26–31. The oldest and one of the most prestigious avant-garde film festivals in North America, showcasing new experimental and independent films in a wide range of genres. Also, “Off the Screen” roundtable discussions, exhibits, and parties (see aaFilmFest.org for full schedule and festival passes). $14 (members & seniors, $9; students, $8) per screening at the door only. Michigan Theater (except as noted), various times.

Mar. 28: 

“Playland.” Georden West’s competition film is a raucous, boundary-pushing work of queer fantasy and history about a time-bending night in Boston’s notorious gay bar, the Playland Café. 9 p.m., State Theatre.

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“Films in Competition 4”: 62nd Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival
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Mar. 26–31. The oldest and one of the most prestigious avant-garde film festivals in North America, showcasing new experimental and independent films in a wide range of genres. Also, “Off the Screen” roundtable discussions, exhibits, and parties (see aaFilmFest.org for full schedule and festival passes). $14 (members & seniors, $9; students, $8) per screening at the door only. Michigan Theater (except as noted), various times.

Mar. 28: 

“Films in Competition 4.” Featuring Johannes Lõhmus and Sten Haljak’s Madwomen: to be a sparrow not a canary, this program of experimental, narrative, and documentary films also involves a housewife confronting insane situations, shifting borders as Arctic ice melts, and a 550-million-year-old oceanic species. 9:30 p.m.

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