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What's On In Detroit This August!

Author SaadiqahSaadiqah, July 24th, 2024

In the Motor City, every night is a ride through a spectrum of spectacular shows and sensational sounds.

In the Motor City, every night is a ride through a spectrum of spectacular shows and sensational sounds. From hilarious comedians to the cutting-edge beats of the electronic music scene, Detroit's got rhythm like no other. Buckle up! Detroit in August has a lot to offer, Celebrate the end of summer right with one of these shows!

SHREK THE MUSICAL

August 2 - 4, 2024, Fisher Theatre

Join Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey in this magical musical version of the Oscar-winning Dreamworks animation.

Bursting from the screen to the stage, the Tony-winning Shrek The Musical blends the beloved feature film story of the titular swamp-dwelling ogre and his wise-cracking donkey sidekick with toe-tapping songs by Jeanine Tesori and a riotously funny book by David Lindsay-Abaire for a family-friendly adventure you won't soon forget!

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PIPPIN

Until August 4, 2024, Flagstar Strand Theatre For The Performing Of Arts

A young prince sets out on a journey to find the ultimate meaning of life in the vaudevillian spectacular of Pippin.

From Godspell and Wicked creator Stephen Schwartz, told by a roving cast of an anachronistic acting troupe, the musical first wowed audiences in 1972, seducing them with the astonishing musical fable, set to a rousing 1970's rock score, including the hits 'Magic to Do' and 'I Guess I'll Miss the Man.'

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IMAGINE DRAGONS

August 12, 2024, Pine Knob Music Theatre

Las Vegas-based 'Radioactive' indie pop-rockers Imagine Dragons are hitting the road on a brand new tour.

Celebrating their sixth studio album, 'Loom'! Much like their desert-born stadium rock contemporaries, The Killers, Imagine Dragons seamlessly blend engaging synth-based dance-pop with emotionally charged Brit-pop-inspired alt-rock. Don't miss your chance to see these Grammy winners live!

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MISSY ELLIOT

August 15, 2024, Little Caesars Arena

The one and only, R&B legend, Missy Elliot is about to embark on her first-ever headline tour across the United States and Canada.

The 'Out Of This World - The Missy Elliot Experience' will kick off on July 4 in Vancouver, visiting 24 cities before concluding on August 22 in Illinois. With incredible support from Timbaland, Busta Rhymes and Ciara, Missy Elliot has this to say about her first tour "If I was ever going to do it, I had to do it big, and I had to do it with family!". This is one of the most exciting tours of the year, so grab your tickets while you still can!

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CHILDISH GAMBINO

August 17, 2024, Little Caesars Arena

Nothing 'Feels Like Summer' more than seeing Childish Gambino live on his brand-new world tour!

Titled 'The New World Tour,' this massive outing will mark the actor, writer, comedian, musician, and rapper's first tour since 2019. Not only that, but Gambino has reimagined his 2020 album, '3.15.20,' and named it 'Atavista.' Don't miss your chance to see the Grammy-winning artist, with support from Amaarae and Willow!

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JIMMY FAILLA

August 17, 2024, Royal Oak Music Theatre

Jimmy Failla is heading out on the road for his 'The Everybody Calm Down Tour'.

Jimmy had this to say about the upcoming tour: "MAGA Republicans, Climate Crazy Liberals, even you weirdo Libertarians - I look forward to insulting all of you equally like any good comedian should. The world is on FIRE, folks. Come roast a few marshmallows on the blaze!".

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LINDSEY STIRLING

August 20, 2024, Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre At Freedom Hill

Electronic violist and dancer Lindsay Stirling returns this summer with another incredible tour!

Expect another exhilarating show from this ultimate entertainer as she takes to the road on the Duality Tour, in support of her upcoming record of the same name. With support from Canadian indie outfit Walk Off The Earth and Saint Motel, don't miss your chance to enjoy Lindsay back on stage where she belongs!

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GLASS ANIMALS

August 24, 2024, Pine Knob Music Theatre

Hailing from Oxford, England, Glass Animals set the Brit Indie scene alight in 2014 with their bold debut album 'Zaba'.

A deliciously decadent offering that showcased the group's considerable talent for creating slow-burning and sexy Indietronic anthems. Join them on tour as they traverse North America to spread their indie charms!

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MARTIN LAWRENCE

August 30, 2024, Little Caesars Arena

Martin Lawrence, the original Bad Boy of comedy, is gearing up for the release of his long-awaited sequel 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' with Will Smith.

Set for general release in summer 2024. But the actor/comedian/singer isn't resting on his laurels until that happy day, as he's hitting the road this year for the 'Y'all Know What It Is! Tour,' his first tour in 8 years. Outspoken on subjects such as relationships, family, and vocal opposition to police brutality, Lawrence's raw style shows no sign of mellowing as we head into the new year. Be warned - this comic takes no prisoners at his shows!

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