For more than two centuries, Mary Shelley’s 1818 Gothic novel Frankenstein has remained a favorite within the horror fiction genre. Its tale of a scientist’s effort to bring back the dead by carving a new creature from their corpses—only to have his creation turn on him through a series of violent acts—has had an enduring influence on popular culture and spawned many creative adaptations. Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance will premiere its version of the stage play, with opening night appropriately on Halloween. Set in the icy polar regions where Victor Frankenstein has chased the creature he brought to life,

For the 24th consecutive year, Northern Michigan University will present its annual Sonderegger Symposium, which focuses on Upper Peninsula history topics. This year’s event will touch on various aspects of NMU’s past in honor of the university’s 125th anniversary. It will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, in the Northern Center ballrooms. Admission is free and lunch will be provided. No registration is required. The keynote speaker will be 1956 Northern graduate L. Sandy MacLean, who received the Distinguished Alumni Award in 1986. A noted administrator and educator, he has been a highly respected member

Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo JR. is playing at the Forest Roberts Theatre from Thursday, November 7th through Sunday, November 10th. The charming 60-minute musical, designed for middle school-aged performers, is based on the beloved 2003 Pixar film Finding Nemo. SAY Theater’s 8th grade and under cast includes over 60 students. “We are thrilled to dive into the big blue world of Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo JR!” said Becky Heldt, SAY Theater’s Executive Director “This production is full of fun and great music for the whole family, we are excited to share this heartwarming tale with our community”.   This new stage musical is

Marquette Senior High School STUDENTS TO STORM MUSICAL BARRICADE WITH ‘LES MISÉRABLES SCHOOL EDITION’ November 8-9, 2024 Marquette to See Adaptation Performed Entirely by Students of the Legendary Musical that has thrilled over 47 million people worldwide. Marquette, October 17, 2024– Students from Marquette Senior High School Theater in Marquette are studying the history of France in a unique way with a production of Les Misérables School Edition, an adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon which is performed by students only. The students present the musical Friday November 8, 2024 7:00 PM and Saturday November 9 1:00 PM and

  For more than two centuries, Mary Shelley’s 1818 Gothic novel Frankenstein has remained a favorite within the horror fiction genre. Its tale of a scientist’s effort to bring back the dead by carving a new creature from their corpses—only to have his creation turn on him through a series of violent acts—has had an enduring influence on popular culture and spawned many creative adaptations. Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance will premiere its version of the stage play, with opening night appropriately on Halloween. Set in the icy polar regions where Victor Frankenstein has chased the creature he brought to life,

Downtown Marquette Farmers Market welcomes the fall season with November Farm Stands and the Thanksgiving Market! Saturday November 2, 9, and 16, the Commons Plaza will host space for farmers to sell their fall produce 10 am – 1 pm. The Market Season will end on November 23 with local farmers and artisans will bring a bounty of fresh produce, holiday goodies, and handcrafted items to an indoor/ outdoor market at the Commons 10 am – 3 pm. Don’t miss this chance to support locals and get everything you need for the holiday season. Buy Market Gift Cards online ( https://www.mqtfarmersmarket.com/gift-card/p/farmers-market-gift-card )

Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo JR. is playing at the Forest Roberts Theatre from Thursday, November 7th through Sunday, November 10th. The charming 60-minute musical, designed for middle school-aged performers, is based on the beloved 2003 Pixar film Finding Nemo. SAY Theater’s 8th grade and under cast includes over 60 students. “We are thrilled to dive into the big blue world of Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo JR!” said Becky Heldt, SAY Theater’s Executive Director “This production is full of fun and great music for the whole family, we are excited to share this heartwarming tale with our community”.   This new stage musical is