Wild Swan Theater presenting 'A Night of Ann Arbor's Best' benefit concert

Posted on Thu, Apr 28, 2011 : 11:06 a.m.

Wild Swan Theater announces its second annual benefit concert, “A Night of Ann Arbor’s Best,” at The Ark on Sunday, May 1 at 7:30 p.m.

Musician friends of Wild Swan, many who have collaborated artistically with the nationally-acclaimed theater company over the years, are donating their talents for an evening of unforgettable music.

Musical performers include David Mosher and Theresa Smith, Frank Pahl, Kitty Donohoe, Peter Madcat Ruth, Tyler Duncan (of “My Dear Disco”), Dick Siegel and Gemini with Emily Slomovits. Most of these artists have either composed and/or performed music for Wild Swan shows.

Grace Morand of The Chenille Sisters will serve as master of ceremonies. Tickets are $100 for reserved seating and a pre-show reception of wine and appetizers at 6 p.m. General seating tickets are available for the 7:30 p.m. performance for $30. Tickets can be bought over the phone with a credit card by calling Wild Swan at 734-995-0530, or by mailing a check to 410 S. Maple Road, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103; they are also available for purchase at The Ark.

Wild Swan Theater is dedicated to producing professional children’s theater of the highest artistic quality for young people and families that is accessible, diverse and inclusive, through affordable ticket prices and innovative outreach programs. For more information about the company, its current season, touring programs and drama camps, visit the Wild Swan website at www.wildswantheater.org.