The Metro: Curtain opens on Michigan Stage summer theater
Tim Paré, artistic director of Michigan Stage, joined The Metro on Friday to share his
experience with theater and the summer line-up for Michigan Stage.
The cast of Michigan Stage's second summer performance, "Peerless," running July 18-28 at Seaholm High School in Birmingham.
No matter the form, storytelling can bring people together in one space to experience collective emotions. Happiness, sadness, fear, you name it; humans have a way to connect through shared experiences. A local theater wants to make sure everyone has a chance to connect with their neighbors.
Anyone who enjoys local theater with a big heart can visit Michigan Stage this summer. Their mission is to produce accessible theater to celebrate with community members.
Tim Paré, artistic director of Michigan Stage, joined The Metro on Friday to share his
experience with theater and the summer line-up for Michigan Stage.
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“We’re professional and so everyone who works for us gets paid,” Paré said. “And I want to make sure that I say, I love people who love theater as a hobby. We would not be here without hobbyists, but I also think it’s very important to show that you can get paid. That this is a professional opportunity and a path that people could pursue.”
Michigan Stage has three major productions coming up this summer. “Lost in Yonkers,” “Guys and Dolls,” and “Peerless” will be performed at Seaholm High School in Birmingham. Michigan Stage also hosts summer programs for theater and artistic education.
Use the media player above to hear the full interview with Paré.
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