Jan. 17 and every Wed.–Sun., Jan. 18–Feb. 5. Film and theater director Robin Frohardt’s public art installation and immersive film screening uses humor and a critical lens to question our culture of consumption and convenience, with a focus on the effects of single-use plastic addiction. Shelves are stocked with thousands of original sculptures of everyday goods—produce and meat, dry goods and toiletries—all made from discarded single-use plastics. Several times a day, the “store” is transformed into a film screen that uses puppetry, shadowplay, and handmade sets to tell a darkly comedic story of how what we value least may become our most lasting cultural legacy. The Plastic Bag Store premiered in Times Square in 2020 and has toured across the U.S. 8 p.m. (Tues.), 6 & 8 p.m. (Wed.–Fri.); 2, 4, 6, & 8 p.m. (Sat.); & 2, 5, & 7 p.m. (Sun.), location TBA at tickets.ums.org. Mask required if Washtenaw County is in the CDC’s high-risk category. Tickets $30 (students $12) in advance at tickets.ums.org, at the Michigan League box office, & by phone, and (if available) at the door. 764–2538.
Upcoming Events
- July 17, 2025 “Cavanaugh Lake Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society 8:00 am
- July 17, 2025 Computer Help: Pittsfield Township Community Center 9:00 am
- July 17, 2025 Artist’s Open Studio: Ann Arbor Senior Center 9:30 am
- July 17, 2025 Flower Arrangers: Pittsfield Township Community Center 9:30 am
- July 17, 2025 Open Chinese Mah-jongg 10:00 am