On Friday, January 20^th and Saturday January 21st, the glamour and glitter of Broadway returns to Creative 360’s Bayliss Stage as more than 24 Michigan artists come together to present the first installment of the 2023 Broadway Flight Series.

The Broadway Flight Series, which debuted in May of last year, is an enhanced cabaret style performance that offers a taste test of four different Broadway Shows in one fun-filled evening. In addition, each show on the stage is cleverly paired with a corresponding wine to create a wine flight that comes as part of the ticket.

“We pair wines with each show and we offer a non-alcoholic option for those who request it,” remarked the show’s coordinator, Laura Brigham. “The best part of the evening is seeing the incredible talent we have locally and how the energy in the room completely shifts from one show to the next. These shows offer something for everyone.”

Broadway Flight performances are designed to include all styles of musical from classics to the latest craze, and even a few undiscovered treasures thrown in. Creative 360 does not make an announcement ahead of time regarding which shows are on the program.  “We like to surprise folks,” said director Laura Vosejpka. “But I CAN share that if you were hoping to hear some sizzling tunes from one of the longest running shows on Broadway – one of my absolute faves - you should come!”

The series was the brainchild of Brigham, who wanted to find a way to share a variety of unique Broadway shows in a way that would be accessible to a wider audience.  “There are so many shows that local actors and musicians want to perform that are not being staged in our area,” said Brigham. “I also love that having four small vignettes in a show allows us to involve so many talented local artists!”

The performance will be accompanied by pianist James Hohmeyer, and violinist Susan Mercy. Performers include: Mario Sangret-Savalle, Ann Russel-Lutenske, Paul Lutenske, Ryan Sequin, Matt Schramm, Kollin Gonser, Aaron Mealey, Andy Harrington, David King, Wendy Winters, Anthony Lynch, Rachel Diehl, Olivia Greanias, Lexie Schultz, Megan Meyer, Danielle Katsoulos, Christina Compean, Rita Gnida, Ally Nacarato, Gretchen Shope, Keara Dixon, Richard Gomez, Gina Kearly, and will feature the Midlands Women’s Choir, Lux. The shows will be narrated by Midland actor Katie McLean-Peters.

The Broadway Flight performances are Friday, January 20 and Saturday, January 21 from 7-9 pm. Admission is $20 pre-pay and $25 at the door. Ticket price includes wine or lemonade flights. Additional wines will be available for purchase. You may bring snacks!

About Creative 360
Creative 360 is a not-for-profit community arts and wellness organization founded in 1994. Its mission is to create environments that allow people of all ages and abilities to experience the creative process, and to enhance physical, mental and spiritual wellness through the arts and humanities. The organization’s core values of inclusiveness, creativity, respect and community drive the culture at Creative 360. Activities at Creative 360 are supported in part by the Michigan Arts and Cultural Council, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, Midland Area Community Foundation and the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation. Visit www.becreative360.org for information about the offerings at Creative 360, or call (989) 837-1885 to request a mailed copy of the current schedule.