The Magic of Motown

The Magic of Motown takes over the Whitaker Center on Saturday, September 19th, for one unforgettable night of nonstop hits, energy, and soul. This electrifying, critically acclaimed production has wowed audiences across the country, earning its reputation as “the #1 Motown show in the nation.” From the first note to the final encore, you’ll be swept into more than two hours of pure Detroit magic. Sing along to the timeless sounds of The Temptations, The Jackson Five, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson, and more—brought to life with stunning vocals, dazzling choreography, and authentic costumes that capture the spirit of Motown at its peak. Whether you’re dancing in your seat or up on your feet, this is a feel-good, high-energy experience that will have you smiling, singing, and wanting more. One night. Countless hits. Memories that last forever. Don’t miss your chance to relive the soundtrack of a generation. BUY TICKETS Join Whitaker Center for workshops designed for girls in 3rd - 8th grade, with activities that connect with real-world applications of STEAM through design, programming, coding, engineering, and more! INFO & TICKETS A destination for the youngest explorers! Designed with a cityscape theme this gallery includes a life-sized Operation Game, X-Ray Table, Pin Ball Falls, and much more. EXPLORE Whitaker Center offers exciting, hands-on Scout Workshops designed to help participants earn badges while exploring science, technology, engineering, and more. From robotics and coding to engineering challenges and design thinking, each workshop is tailored to meet badge requirements in a fun and interactive way. Scouts can register with their troop or as individuals, and every participant will leave with their earned badge(s) to proudly add to their vest or sash. INFO & TICKETS Journey to a magical land of stunning natural wonders, ancient clifftop marvels, and a rich, cultural heritage in the new film Ireland for IMAX® and giant screen theatres. INFO & TICKETS Experience the magic of Fraggle Rock as the Fraggles embark on an adventure to restore the legendary Celebration Stone. Join them at Whitaker Center on October 15, 2026! Super Human Body: World of Medical Marvels combines state-of-the-art CGI and live-action cinematography to explore the inner workings of our bodies and show how science and technology can help us intervene, and even save lives, when our bodies fail us. INFO & TICKETS Now is your chance to see Michael Cavanaugh's incredible showmanship live at Sunoco Performance Theater, arriving for the holiday season on December 15, 2025. Heralded as the new voice of the American Rock & Roll Songbook and a charismatic performer and musician made famous for his piano/lead vocals in the Broadway musical Movin’ Out. Handpicked by Billy Joel to star in Movin’ Out, Cavanaugh evokes a style rivaling the Piano Man. He appeared in the show for three years with over 1,200 performances and received multiple accolades. The show culminated in 2003 with both Grammy and Tony award nominations. INFO & TICKETS No other Tom Petty tribute band comes close to capturing the SOUND and emotions of Tom's songs quite like The Breakers. Experience it for yourself when The Breakers play Whitaker Center on Friday, February 13! INFO & TICKETS