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Top Metro Detroit Events for February 2024 – Hour Detroit Magazine
DJ Shadow
With the release of his 1996 studio debut, Endtroducing…, this California-based DJ and producer established himself as an innovator in instrumental hip-hop and electronic music by composing an album entirely of vinyl samples. Since then, he’s dabbled in countless genres, collaborated with some of hip-hop’s biggest names, and released six more full-length albums. He’ll promote his latest work — 2023’s Action Adventure — when he makes a Detroit stop this month. Feb. 1. $29.50+. Majestic Theatre, 4140 Woodward Ave., Detroit; majesticdetroit.com.
Dancing with the Stars Live
Join Emmy Award-winning entertainer Julianne Hough and a smattering of the beloved television show’s most talented dancers — including Brandon Armstrong, Rylee Arnold, Alan Bersten, Daniella Karagach, Emma Slater, and Britt Stewart — for this dazzling night of high-energy fun. Expect to see reenactments of fan-favorite performances from the show’s 32nd season, along with all-new numbers and plenty of surprises. Feb. 1. $49.50+. Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com.
Plymouth Ice Festival
Now in its 42nd year, the Plymouth Ice Festival features more than 70 stunning ice sculpture displays scattered throughout the city’s charming downtown district. Each piece starts out as a 350-pound block of ice before being shaped, sculpted, and perfected into a jaw-dropping work of art by a talented local sculptor. Displays will remain standing after the weekend concludes, weather permitting. Feb. 2-4. No cost. Downtown Plymouth; plymouthicefestival.com.
Tim Allen
The actor, comedian, and Birmingham Seaholm and Western Michigan University alum will make a stop at Detroit’s Fox Theatre for a night of stand-up this month. After rising to fame playing Tim “The Toolman” Taylor on the ABC sitcom Home Improvement, Tim Allen starred in a number of popular family movies, including The Santa Clause and the Toy Story franchise. Allen’s comedy draws heavily from his own lived experiences as a dad, husband, and self-proclaimed everyman. Feb. 3. $70+. Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com.
Angkor Complex
In the four-year period between 1975 and 1979, roughly a quarter of Cambodia’s population died of disease, wounds, and malnutrition under the brutal rule of the communist Khmer Rouge regime. This exhibition at the University of Michigan Museum of Art will display more than 80 works that aim to illustrate the changes in the country’s visual culture in the face of inconceivable upheaval. Featured artists include Amy Lee Sanford, Sopheap Pich, Pete Pin, Maline Yim, and Ouk Chim Vichet. Feb. 3-July 28. No cost. University of Michigan Museum of Art, 525 S. State St., Ann Arbor; umma.umich.edu.
Playboi Carti
The Georgia-based rapper first broke through in 2017 with his singles “Magnolia” and “Wokeup- likethis.” Known for eschewing typical lyrical structure in favor of flow and atmosphere, Carti’s sound is characterized by frenetic energy and high-pitched vocals with unclear pronunciations. In addition to collaborations with some of the biggest stars in hip- hop, including Solange and Tyler, the Creator, Carti has released two studio albums. Feb. 8. $49.50+. Little Caesars Arena, 2645 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com.
Ryan Hamilton
Named one of Rolling Stone’s “Five Comics to Watch” in 2012, this Idaho-born funnyman is known for a clean brand of observational comedy that skewers everything from dating to skydiving to his own physical appearance. He’s made hilarious appearances on a gamut of late-night shows, including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and The Late Late Show. Feb. 10. $24.50+. Royal Oak Music Theatre, 318 W. 4th St., Royal Oak; royaloakmusictheatre.com.
A Little More Alive
Follow the story of two estranged brothers who reunite following their mother’s funeral at the Michigan premiere of this folk-pop musical by Nick Blaemire. When their collective memories are challenged by a stunning revelation, the brothers uncover a lifetime of secrets and ponder the gray area between right and wrong. Feb. 14-March 10. $37. Meadow Brook Theatre, 378 Meadow Brook Road, Rochester; mbtheatre.com.
Johnny Cash: The Official Concert Experience:
Witness the acclaimed late country star in a live show setting when this unique touring experience arrives at Detroit’s Fisher Theatre. While video footage of Cash plays on a projector screen above the stage, live musicians and singers will accompany him in real time to showcase some of the singer’s most iconic performances. Fans will hear the legend’s biggest hits, including “Ring of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” and “Folsom Prison Blues,” along with some of his most memorable interviews and anecdotes. Feb. 16. $50+. Fisher Theatre, 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit; broadwayindetroit.com.
Pretty Woman: The Musical
From Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell comes this musical spin on the beloved 1990 rom-com starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. Set to a toe-tapping original score by Grammy winner Bryan Adams and co-composer Jim Vallance, the production is sure to dazzle both new and old fans of the hit film. Feb. 20-25. $40+. Fisher Theatre, 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit; broadwayindetroit.com.
Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance
Irish American dancer Michael Flatley first brought traditional Celtic dance to the masses when he starred in the hit show Riverdance nearly 30 years ago. After parting ways with Riverdance producers in 1995, Flatley established his own show, Lord of the Dance, in 1996. Since then, the show has been witnessed by more than 60 million fans, making it one of the most successful touring endeavors in entertainment history. Expect new staging, fresh costumes, and cutting-edge technology at the latest incarnation of this classic production. Feb. 23. $59+. Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts, 350 Madison St., Detroit; musichall.org.
On Your Feet
The heartwarming story of acclaimed Latin pop duo Emilio and Gloria Estefan comes to life in this vibrant, Tony Award-nominated musical. Directed and choreographed by Luis Salgado, the production features classic Gloria Estefan hits like “Get on Your Feet” and “Conga,” along with a new original song written by Estefan and her daughter, Emily. Critics have roundly praised the show’s boisterous energy, feel-good message, and crowd-pleasing recipe. Feb. 23-24. $30+. Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com.
Shen Yun
Experience 5,000 years of China’s rich cultural heritage through stunning dance, vibrant set pieces, and enchanting music when this acclaimed performing arts company brings its latest production to the Detroit Opera House. Witness ancient legends, majestic dynasties, and heroic battlefields as stories of courage and spirituality aim to inspire and uplift. Feb. 23-27. $90+. Detroit Opera House, 1526 Broadway St., Detroit; shenyun.com.
Jon Batiste
Singer, songwriter, bandleader, television personality, and multi-instrumentalist Batiste became a household name when he appeared nightly as the bandleader and musical director on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert from 2015 until 2022. The wickedly talented Juilliard grad boasts five Grammy Awards from 11 nominations, including a prestigious Album of the Year victory for his 2021 release, We Are. He’ll play selections from his latest LP, 2023’s World Music Radio, when he embarks on a North American tour this winter. Feb. 26. $53+. The Fillmore, 2115 Woodward Ave., Detroit; livenation.com.
This story is from the February 2024 issue of Hour Detroit magazine. Read more in our digital edition.
After getting absolutely annihilated in his previous start on Monday in Minnesota to the tune of 11 runs in just 1.2 innings, Garrett Crochet is set to retake the mound today and convince us all that everything will be fine as far as he and his health are concerned.
Unfortunately, he won’t just be battling the Tigers. Mother Nature is once again destined to play a roll in today’s match up, and here’s how the radar looks inside of an hour from first pitch:
The good news is the initial batch of heavier precipitation has moved out and east of Boston, but more unsettled weather still lurks to the west ahead of a slow moving front. That mess will push through eastern Massachusetts over the next several hours, filling in the current dry slot. While this incoming precipitation won’t be as heavy as what fell at times earlier today, it will come attached with colder and windier conditions, so a miserable weather game lies ahead (if they even try and play through it at all — The Yankees did not and waited around for three hours before starting their game against the Royals at 4:20pm). The other option will be to just wait until after sunset when it will be dryer, but still very cold and windy.
When they do get started, today’s lineup includes Roman Anthony leading off in leftfield, Andruw Monasterio at first base, and Jarren Duran, Masataka Yoshida, and Marcelo Mayer all starting on the bench with an opposing left-handed starter on the mound in Framber Valdez for Detroit.
OTM’s own pitching guru Jacob Roy will be around later to handle the postgame wrap and tell us if we should should be freaking out or breathing a sigh a relief when it comes to Crochet.
The Pistons have made recent moves to add more shooting, but still don’t have anyone quite as lethal as former Detroit guard Luke Kennard. On Saturday night, Kennard had a brilliant start to his postseason with 27 uber-efficient points for the Lakers in a win against the Rockets. His level of 3-point accuracy is something the Pistons have desperately been seeking all season long to bolster their offense.
Luke Kennard’s shooting makes him a dangerous playoff performer
Kennard was originally drafted to Detroit with the 17th pick of the 2017 Draft. The Pistons have plenty of draft regrets from that general era of team history, but picking Kennard has never been one of them. Despite any other weaknesses he may have, his strength as a shooter has always been enough to offset them.
In terms of pure 3-point percentage, Kennard is one of the best shooters in NBA history. He averages 44% behind the arc for his career, and shot a blistering 48% this season – the best mark in the league. Given his incredible track record, it’s not exactly a shocker to see him shoot 5-of-5 from three en route to 27 points in Game 1.
Not only is Kennard obviously an excellent standstill shooter, but he’s also a master of getting himself open with his movement. On Saturday night, he was able to play off LeBron James perfectly for a few easy looks. After that, he caught enough of a rhythm to create 3-point looks for himself, even in transition.
A player like Kennard is easily capable of turning an entire playoff game when he gets hot. In a close series, that one game where Kennard hits several threes can be all the difference his team needs to advance. If the Lakers do manage to win this series, even without Luka Doncic or Austin Reaves, Kennard’s shooting will be a major reason why.
The Pistons could use someone like Kennard
Kennard would be a perfect marginal addition for the Pistons that only makes them better without taking anything away from the team. To be fair, the Pistons do have two shooters who have been hot recently in Duncan Robinson and Kevin Huerter. But having more than one respected shooter on the court at a time is often necessary to maintain a solid offense in today’s NBA.
Given the Pistons’ current lack of shooting, any additional shooters are welcome. And Kennard is understandably one of the most feared shooters in the league, capable of bending defenses just by the threat of him taking a three. Rolling him out on the Pistons would surely open up more lanes for Detroit’s stars to attack the paint and score easier points.
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A Detroit woman was arrested in the aftermath of a hit-and-run collision and shooting on Interstate 94, Michigan State Police reported.
Emergency dispatchers were called shortly after midnight Saturday about the altercation. Troopers reported the caller said while they were driving eastbound on I-94, near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, a black Jeep sideswiped them and sped off.
The caller then decided to follow the Jeep.
In response, police said, the driver of the Jeep fired several gunshots in the caller’s direction.
None of the gunshots struck the vehicle.
Troopers were able to use license plate reader camera technology to locate the Jeep while it was on the Lodge Freeway, made a traffic stop. The driver and two passengers were taken into custody without incident.
The passengers were released shortly afterwards; troopers believe that the 19-year-old driver was the shooter. She has been lodged pending further review by the prosecutor’s office.
In addition, a firearm was recovered from the vehicle.
The above video originally aired on Aug. 19, 2025.
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