WLAV Adds Dave & Chuck The Freak to Mornings
The Beasley Media and Key Networks program takes over the morning slot on Grand Rapids' WLAV as part of a lineup revamp.
Grand Rapids Arts and Theater News
Arts and theater in Grand Rapids runs on live performances, museum exhibitions, season schedules and venue news, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting focuses on stage productions, classical music and the visual arts calendar.
Classical
Live Poll
Should city noise ordinances prioritize resident quality of life over the economic benefits of entertainment venues?
Grand Rapids Commission to Vote on Noise Ordinance Oct 27
The city commission will consider an amendment to clarify noise ordinance exemptions for the Acrisure Amphitheater.
Fine Art
Live Poll
Do you believe art exhibitions using recycled materials effectively inspire you to reduce environmental waste?
Grand Rapids to Host 12 Giant Troll Sculptures in 2027
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park will host an exhibition of giant sculptures created by Thomas Dambo.
Fashion
Live Poll
Do large-scale local art and cultural events improve the overall quality of life in your community?
ArtPrize Set New World Record for Fashion Show Attendance
A massive runway event in Grand Rapids drew 3,618 attendees to surpass the previous global record set in India.
This section follows new season announcements, exhibition launches, festival schedules and the business of stage productions. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it. Season scheduling requires constant adjustment to local venue availability and patron attendance patterns. Attendance levels and funding stability for nonprofit organizations surface as the primary drivers of the local calendar.