Edition No. 78
Arts and Culture
Join us on the breathtaking back lawn of TWM this summer for concerts and performances!
Community and Family
Jazzin' at the Vanity and Legacy on the Lake kick off summer events highlighting exciting TWM partnerships.
Summer concerts and performances return to The War Memorial
A variety of performances are set to grace audiences on the lakefront back lawn of The War Memorial this summer.
The action kicks off June 23 at 7 p.m. when Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and More will be performed by the Listeso String Quartet, part of the popular Candlelight events. A second act follows at 9:15 p.m. The Quartet will return to The War Memorial July 21. Tickets are $35. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted. The age requirement is 10 years old or older and anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Whether you’re looking for a beautifully unique classical music performance or a romantic candlelit experience, this concert is for you. Join the musicians for an evening gently illuminated by candlelight, and prepare to be taken into the clouds with some of the most treasured classical masterpieces!
The Soul of Detroit featuring Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, and More will be performed by PureSoul Detroit on June 30 at 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. A July Soul of Detroit appearance is also set for July 28 at 7 p.m. Tickets for these performances are also $35.
PureSoul, a diverse collective of world-class musicians proving rhythm and romance, never go out of style. Devoted to living the electrifying musical history of soul, jazz and the early days of rock ‘n roll, PureSoul celebrates decade-spanning legends like Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, Miles Davis and Duke Ellington by bringing their hits to life from coast to coast.
For four nights only, Opera MODO presents The Wedding Singer at The War Memorial. This story is set in 1985 and revolves around Robbie Hart, a rock star wannabe, who sings at weddings, his failed relationship with his former fiancée, and his romance with a new love, Julia.
Shows are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. July 7, July 8, July 12 and July 14 on the back lawn. Tickets, available through Opera MODO, are $60 for VIP adult, $40 for general admission adult, and $20 for general admission student.
Also in July, Shakespeare in Detroit: A Reading of The Tempest comes to The War Memorial. Set for July 10 at 3 p.m., an abbreviated version of the play will be read by the theater company's performing members. Shakespeare in Detroit is the city's premiere classical company, having pioneered the first-ever park performance of the Bard in a city park. The pioneering organization has been featured on the BBC, NPR, and several additional local and national platforms.
General admission tickets are $40 and include one beverage. Student tickets, with an ID, are $15 and also include one beverage. There will be a full cash bar. Non-alcoholic beverages will be available.
The summer performing arts scene at The War Memorial wraps up with an appearance from the Grosse Pointe Symphony Orchestra on Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors over age 60, $5 for college students, and children in grades kindergarten through 12th grade are free. The program features selections like Williams: March from Superman, Holst, arr Jacobs: Suite No. 1 in Eb, and Holst: A Fugal Concerto.
To learn more and for ticket information on all events, visit warmemorial.org/arts.
Jazzin' at the Vanity
Presented by Jefferson East, INC.
Jazzin' at the Vanity kicks off this weekend, June 18-19. It takes place in the Jefferson Avenue Business District in Detroit. Hours are noon to 9 p.m. June 18, and 1 to 7 p.m. June 19.
This year, The War Memorial is thrilled to be a sponsor! Join us as we celebrate the amazing heritage of the Jefferson-Chalmers neighborhood and that of the Vanity Ballroom during this free two-day jazz blues (and a bit of funk) festival featuring live performances on The War Memorial stage! Guests will enjoy delicious food, crafts, visual art experiences, activities for children and so much more!
Artists set to appear on The War Memorial Stage include headliners award-winning Detroit saxophonist James Carter and Grammy-winning group Ghost-Note. Additional artists include:
The Louis Jones III Quartet
Jessica Care Moore
Marion Hayden Legacy Ensemble
Drew Schultz
Tosha Owens
Allen Dennard
T-Bone Paxton/RJ Spangler Septet
Charles Etcherson & This Way Outtt
Perry Hughes' OGD Ensemble
Michael Zaporski & Future Visions
Brandon Williams
For more information, check out the button below.
Legacy on the Lake
Presented by the Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce
An incredible man with a passion for The War Memorial has been named the 2022 Legacy on the Lake honoree. The Grosse Pointe Chamber Foundation is excited to announce Fred M. Alger as the recipient! This year’s event will take place on June 23, from 5:30 –10 p.m. at the Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores.
Alger and his generous $20 million donation were the driving force behind The Fred M. Alger Center for Arts, Culture, and Humanities. The 25,000 square foot facility, located next to the historic Alger House, is set to open in fall.
Alger is a prominent member of the Alger Family and founder of the Wall Street firm, Alger Management.
“I am incredibly moved by the sense of adventure and can-do attitude of The War Memorial and am honored to play a role in supporting the legacy of my ancestral home and writing the next chapter of possibilities,” Alger previously said.
To learn more about Legacy on the Lake and to purchase tickets, visit the button below.
Inspired Thoughts is a collection of highly curated content that embraces the spirit and purpose of The War Memorial: arts and culture, community enrichment, leadership, and patriotism.
Derived from the notion that learning from others is the key to success, Inspired Thoughts is meant to shine a light on those making a difference in the world around them. This collection features artists, poets, writers, architects, and every thought leader in-between. Inspired Thoughts is the strongest reflection of what The War Memorial stands for, and what we aim to be.
The content featured on Inspired Thoughts is curated by War Memorial leadership — we also look forward to featuring special guest curators in the near future. If you are interested in providing content for Inspired Thoughts, please email our Communications team at dmurphy@warmemorial.org.