Wealthy Theatre
Viral video meets cult classic: celebration of the Night of the Living Dead!
by (wealthytheatre)
Submitted 01-30-2012 under NONPROFITS
Thriller! Chiller! Film Festival salutes the Godfather of all zombie movies with a Birthday Party Launch Event George Romero Birthday Screening of “Night of the Living Dead.” The event will take place Saturday, February 4th at the...
Rumours Retold: Michigan musicians remake Fleetwood Mac
by (wealthytheatre)
Submitted 01-23-2012 under NONPROFITS
It's fitting on many levels that Founders' Centennial IPA is our best selling beer at Wealthy Theatre, always on draught. Not only because it's one of the greatest beers sold in the world. But we wanted to celebrate our Centennial...
Trip The Light 2012: Music submissions wanted
by (DITA)
Submitted 01-02-2012 under NONPROFITS
In 2012, DITA's seminal event "Trip The Light" will add a second night and be bigger than ever. Currently we're accepting submissions of music from bands and musicians interested in being part of it. We're also looking for...
"All.I.Can.:" A ski film with a message
by (LisaRoseGR)
Submitted 12-08-2011 under OPINION
A ski film that is looking to make change. On December 10th Sherpas Cinema makes a stop in Grand Rapids at the Wealthy Theatre to present All.I.Can. as part of its national tour. All.I.Can. is an extreme ski film of spectacular...
Mike Cohen Kirtan Benefits Kids Food Basket
by (Rob Cole)
Submitted 11-17-2011 under NEWS
The kirtan music scene is growing in popularity in the US, making inroads into regions where it was once little heard, or heard of. Emerging from the yoga studios and healing centers that cultivated it in the West, this interactive spiritual...
The Red Sea Pedestrians take Abbey Road to Wealthy Theatre
by (WYCE)
Submitted 10-28-2011 under NONPROFITS
Kalamazoo's The Red Sea Pedestrians "world roots" music has been said to delight Michigan listening audiences, as evidenced by the band earning two WYCE Jammie Awards. Before bringing "The Red Sea Pedestrians and The Corn Fed...
A Tribute to Cat Stevens: Seth Bernard and Friends sing out
by (Rob Cole)
Submitted 05-12-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
“Growing up, Cat Stevens was a real hero of mine, and one of my biggest influences. He helped me to be my best self.” With that personal tribute, homegrown singer-songwriter Seth Bernard opened a heartfelt homage Saturday night...
DJ Afrika Bambaataa to talk and perform tonight after illness postponed previous appearance
by (George)
Submitted 05-05-2011 under NEWS
After a long wait for local fans, legendary DJ Afrika Bambaataa will finally speak and perform in Grand Rapids this evening. Bambaataa, who had to postpone his previously scheduled January 27 appearances due to illness, will speak this afternoon at...
Trip The Light: Ephemeral
by (diaghilev)
Submitted 05-04-2011 under OPINION
On behalf of the artists involved in Trip The Light: Ephemeral I'm privileged to premiere, here on The Rapidian, the only video you'll ever see (above) from this most groundbreaking live event. Most sincere thanks to our friends at...
"Critical Reality: Why Is Arts Criticism Important?" Wrap-up
by (Arts Council GR)
Submitted 04-05-2011 under NONPROFITS
When the Arts Council of Greater Grand Rapids, Artpeers, and Avenue for the Arts partnered up to sponsor a panel discussion about the role of arts criticism in Grand Rapids, we titled it “Critical Reality: Why Is Arts Criticism Important?...