The Whiting

Oct 2020

America’s Got Talent finalists iLuminate was here #onthisday in 2017! Extraordinary lighting effects combined with remarkable dance moves and high-energy music create an unforgettable performance experience during The Whiting Presents 17/18 season. They also came back to perform at The Capitol Theatre a couple years later!

SIRO-A brought entertainment while fusing mime, groundbreaking visual effects, and a techno soundtrack to bring their crazy imagination into reality on The Whiting stage #onthisday in 2018. Did you attend this performance from The Whiting Presents 18/19 season?

In 2017 - #onthisday was Flip Fabrique! This gravity defying show was part of the 2017-2018 Whiting Presents season! What was your favorite show from this season? Let us know in the comments below!

How about a #throwbacktuesday to 2018 instead of a throwback Thursday! The Greatest Love of All the Whitney Houston show was on The Whiting stage during the 2018-2019 Whiting Presents season! #onthisday

#onthisday in 2019 was the first show of the 2019-2020 season! Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack show was at @[email protected]toltheatreflint to kick off the season!

✨ Have a safe & Happy Labor Day!

As we approach a new season, we want to thank the sponsors that helped make the 2019-20 season possible. Please join us in appreciation by supporting these businesses and organizations. Their commitment to live performing arts enriches our lives and helps create a more vibrant and thriving community. Thank You To Our Whiting Presents 19/20 Season Sponsors: McLaren Flint Health Alliance Plan - HAP C.S. Mott Foundation Ruth Mott Foundation Randy Wise Automotive Team Goyette Mechanical Media Place Partners Ketzler Florist Coffee Beanery Bill Hengten

Have a safe & Happy Fourth of July! 🎆🎇

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there! 😎

Today we celebrate Juneteenth. Check out what's going on locally >> https://www.mlive.com/news/flint/2020/06/juneteenth-celebrations-planned-for-friday-in-flint.html

We stand with all against injustice and hatred. We stand with the Black Community and are outraged by racial injustice and systematic racism. We stand with a Community working together to evoke real change – a citizenry where everyone is welcome, safe, and protected. We commit to presenting diverse and inclusive content to the community through live performing arts. We’re Listening. #BlackLivesMatter

Update: In light of the most recent recommendations from the CDC and the executive orders of Governor Whitmer, The Whiting, Capitol Theatre, and Flint Institute of Music have extended the suspension of all events and performances through June 12th. With things constantly changing, we are still working on rescheduling any shows that have been postponed. If you have any questions or need further assistance please contact the Ticket Center at [email protected] The Ticket Center will be closed until the Governor’s “Stay Home, Stay Safe” Executive Order has been lifted. The Ticket Center can also be reached by calling 810.237.7333. Please leave a message. Our staff will continue to process requests while working remotely. We miss you! This is #onlyintermission.

Have a safe & Happy Memorial Day!

Need an activity for yourself or your kids? Download this coloring page from our Facebook. Once it's colored - share it with us! #WhitingWednesday #ColoringPage #Broadway

Happy Mother's day to all the moms out there! 💐

#GivingTuesdayNow is a new global day of giving and unity that will take place on May 5, 2020 – in addition to the regularly scheduled Dec 1, 2020 #GivingTuesday – as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. The Whiting is a non-profit organization and we rely on donors like you. Help keep The Whiting safe for the future. So we can continue to bring our community together for performing arts experiences that lift the spirit, heal our hearts and celebrate our humanity, please consider making a gift online. Donate here >> https://tickets.thewhiting.com/donate/contribute1

#GivingTuesdayNow is a new global day of giving and unity that will take place on May 5, 2020 – in addition to the regularly scheduled Dec 1, 2020 #GivingTuesday – as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19.

Have an infamous Broadway program photo while attending a musical at The Whiting? Don't have a photo like this - share a photo of a souvenir from a show! #TheWhiting #tbt

Happy #InternationalDanceDay! 💃🕺 Show us your dances moves! Feeling shy? Tell us what your favorite dance genre is or your favorite dance show you've seen at The Whiting. #WhitingWednesday

Thank you to the local heroes, first responders and healthcare professionals!

Happy Birthday William Shakespeare!🎭 During the 2018-2019 Season we had the Reduced Shakespeare Company take the stage and perform The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)! What has been your favorite Shakespeare piece at The Whiting? Let us know in the comments! #TheWhiting #1819Season #TBT

Did you know The Whiting is named in memory of James H. Whiting? He was an early pioneer of the auto industry and one of the founders of Flint Wagon Works in 1882. You can learn more about James here https://www.thewhiting.com/history #WhitingWednesday #WhitingHistory

☀️ The answer to yesterday's post about how many "branches" are on the Golden Sun in the lobby is... 675 gold-plated stainless steel "branches." The Golden Sun was commissioned by Harry Bertoia in 1967. You can learn more at https://www.thewhiting.com/about-us/history.

Can you guess how many "branches" are on the Golden Sun that hangs in the lobby? Give us your best guess in the comments!