The Ark's Open Stage

Schedule

Wed, 07 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

316 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI, United States, Michigan 48104 | Ann Arbor, MI

Advertisement
Take your music to the masses!
Whether you're looking for your big break, want to perfect your live performance skills, or just want to perform live for the sheer fun of it, Open Stage nights offer supportive audiences and a terrific space. Performers have eight minutes (or two songs) each to do their thing. Doors open at 7:30, and names are drawn at 7:55 and 8:30. If your name isn't chosen, bring your raffle ticket with you next time, and you'll double your chances.
Why play Open Stage at the Ark? Do it to be heard. Do it so you know you can. Do it to take your music to the masses. Tremendous local performers like Dick Siegel, Misty Lyn, and Matt Watroba spent time honing their craft on Open Stage audiences. Even nationally recognized talents like Mary Chapin Carpenter, Gilda Radner, and David Alan Grier paid their dues here. If you're not interested in getting on stage tonight, get your practice in at being a great audience member and observer of new music.
Advertisement

Where is it happening?

316 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI, United States, Michigan 48104

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Icon
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
The Ark - Ann Arbor

Host or Publisher The Ark - Ann Arbor

Ask AI if this event suits you:

Discover More Events in Ann Arbor

2026 Annual Membership Meeting w\/ elections
Wed, 07 Jan at 06:00 pm 2026 Annual Membership Meeting w/ elections

Wyndham Gardens Hotel Ann Arbor Michigan

MEETUPS
Poetry Open Mic w\/ cat h. bradley & Forrest Hejkal
Wed, 07 Jan at 07:00 pm Poetry Open Mic w/ cat h. bradley & Forrest Hejkal

North Star Lounge

OPEN-MIC ART
Arnold Jassi Kramer World Transcendence
Wed, 07 Jan at 07:00 pm Arnold Jassi Kramer World Transcendence

314 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, MI, United States, Michigan 48104

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Dimanche at Power Center
Wed, 07 Jan at 07:30 pm Dimanche at Power Center

Power Center

TRIPS-ADVENTURES
Experience Emerson: Small Group Tour
Thu, 08 Jan at 09:00 am Experience Emerson: Small Group Tour

5425 Scio Church Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, United States, Michigan 48103

It's our 4th Anniversary!
Thu, 08 Jan at 10:00 am It's our 4th Anniversary!

3500 Washtenaw Ave

Empathy in Action: Compassionate Communication with NVC
Thu, 08 Jan at 05:45 pm Empathy in Action: Compassionate Communication with NVC

2503 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 · Ann Arbor, MI

MEETUPS ART
GAME NIGHT ANN ARBOR - JANUARY 2026 STYLE
Thu, 08 Jan at 06:00 pm GAME NIGHT ANN ARBOR - JANUARY 2026 STYLE

219 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI, United States, Michigan 48104

Creative Mix
Thu, 30 Jan at 05:30 pm Creative Mix

Bamboo Ann Arbor

ART PERFORMANCES
Ann Arbor M**der Mystery: Catch the Killer!
Sat, 31 May at 11:00 am Ann Arbor M**der Mystery: Catch the Killer!

825 N University Ave

ART THEATRE
PMP Certification In-Person Training  in Manchester, MI
Tue, 11 Nov at 09:00 am PMP Certification In-Person Training in Manchester, MI

2723 S State St

WORKSHOPS PERFORMANCES
Powerful Voices Open Mic Show - Live Music, Comedy, Poetry+ More!
Thu, 13 Nov at 08:00 pm Powerful Voices Open Mic Show - Live Music, Comedy, Poetry+ More!

Ann Arbor

ART MUSIC
Coaching at Work \u2013 1 Day Workshop | Ann Arbor, MI
Fri, 14 Nov at 09:00 am Coaching at Work – 1 Day Workshop | Ann Arbor, MI

For venue details reach us at [email protected]

WORKSHOPS PERFORMANCES
PMP Certification Bootcamp | 4 Days to Get Certified in Ann Arbor, MI
Tue, 18 Nov at 09:00 am PMP Certification Bootcamp | 4 Days to Get Certified in Ann Arbor, MI

2723 S State St

WORKSHOPS PERFORMANCES
Team Leadership: 1 Day workshop in Ann Arbor, MI
Wed, 26 Nov at 09:00 am Team Leadership: 1 Day workshop in Ann Arbor, MI

For more information on Venue address, reach out to "[email protected]"

WORKSHOPS PERFORMANCES
Happy Hour: Nick James | North Star Lounge
Thu, 18 Dec at 05:30 pm Happy Hour: Nick James | North Star Lounge

North Star Lounge

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Broth3rs at Mash Ann Arbor
Thu, 18 Dec at 09:00 pm Broth3rs at Mash Ann Arbor

mash

PERFORMANCES ENTERTAINMENT
Leading Effective Teams 1 Day Workshop |Ann Arbor, MI
Fri, 19 Dec at 09:00 am Leading Effective Teams 1 Day Workshop |Ann Arbor, MI

For venue details reach us at [email protected]

WORKSHOPS PERFORMANCES
2025 Nutcracker
Fri, 19 Dec at 07:00 pm 2025 Nutcracker

Power Center for The Performing Arts

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Circus Anatomy with Poppet
Sat, 20 Dec at 01:00 pm Circus Anatomy with Poppet

Ann Arbor District Library

FESTIVALS ENTERTAINMENT

What's Happening Next in Ann Arbor?

Discover Ann Arbor Events