Defying Gravity
February 19, 2026 @ 8:00 am - February 22, 2026 @ 10:30 pm
Defying Gravity
February 19-22, 2026
about
this Tribute
Stephen Schwartz gave Broadway some of its most unforgettable anthems-from the magic of Wicked (“Defying Gravity,” “For Good”) to the soul of Pippin (“Corner of the Sky,” “Magic to Do”) and the spirit of Godspell (“Day by Day,” “Prepare Ye”). This concert lifts the curtain on the heart and humanity behind his extraordinary scores.
“EVERY PRODUCTION THAT THE ENCORE HOSTS WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN’S THEATRE GROUP IS SIMPLY OUTSTANDING.”
tribute series
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stevie wonder
10/23
radio recall
02/05
bob seger
03/12
Taylor swift
05/07
billie holiday
the theatre
The Encore Musical Theatre Company is Southeast Michigan’s premier professional musical theatre, committed to producing high-quality musicals and live music performances that entertain, inspire, and bring communities together in our intimate space. The Encore is dedicated to fostering the next generation of artists, audiences and productions.
Food & Drink
The City of Dexter offers a host of lunch and dinner options. Please visit our the link below for more information.
Parking
There is ample parking on-site at our new Encore space at 7714 Ann Arbor Street.
(St Andrews parking, Ann Arbor Street, not on side streets, etc.)
Bring a Group!
We offer services tailored to your group—advanced reservations for priority seating, group discounts, assisted listening devices, wheelchair accessibility, clean and ample restrooms, a complimentary ticket for your bus driver, and a very warm welcome!
