If you’re looking for a show-stopping evening, meet here in Mt. Pleasant.
Growing up in the theatre, a good show is always my go-to when looking for a night out. Plus, you can never go wrong with a good meal! When I started looking, I found that the Mt. Pleasant area offers some unbelievable food and entertainment options. With a show in every season and a multitude of restaurants to try, the fun never has to end!
Read along to discover shows happening in the community paired with local eateries that relate to the show! These pairings bring the world to your fingertips, you just need to reach out and grab it.
Show – Fox on the Fairway: September 5 and 7 at 7:30 p.m. in Bush Theatre. Tickets available at Ticket Central.
Restaurant – The Quarry Grill
Get ready for a night on the green with this pairing! Head to the Quarry Grill at Bucks Run Golf Club for dinner while overlooking the fairway. After, hop onto the fairway with Fox on the Fairway at Bush Theatre.
Show – California Suite: September 6 at 7:30 pm and September 8 at 2:00 pm in Bush Theatre. Tickets available at Ticket Central.
Restaurant – Max & Emily’s Eatery
Let the California spirit roll through you with this pairing! Stop at Max & Emily’s for a Cali Boy, Bright Sunni, California Girl or a California Burger to get the California vibes flowing. Continue your California vacation with a stop at Bush Theatre to watch California Suite.
Show – Miss Julie: October 3-6 and 10-13 in the Theatre on the Side at CMU. Tickets available at Ticket Central.
Restaurant – The Brass Cafe
This pairing will make you feel like the epitome of class and charm! Start your night by dining in style at The Brass Cafe; you even use the name Julie. Continue your night of extravagance by visiting Miss Julie and getting a taste of the New York elegance at the turn of the Century.
Show – Lizzie Borden of Fall River: October 4-6 and 11-13 at the Broadway Theatre. Tickets Required.
Restaurant – A Downtown Bar
Head to Downtown Mt. Pleasant for a night of chills and thrills! Grab some food from one of the many local bars and don’t forget to get a Lizzie Borden shot to start the chills running down your back. Finish the evening with a spine-chilling rendition of Lizzie Borden of Fall River at the Broadway Theatre.
Show – Rocky Horror Picture Show: October 24, 25 and 26 at 8 p.m and Midnight at the Broadway Theatre. Tickets Required.
Restaurant – China Garden
Celebrate one of Tim Curry’s most iconic roles with a plate of your favorite curry dish at a local-favorite Chinese restaurant. After you’ve enjoyed one curry, head to the Broadway Theatre to enjoy another!
Show – Ragtime: November 6-9 at 7:30 pm and November 10 at 2:00 pm at the Bush Theatre. Tickets available at Ticket Central.
Restaurant – Max & Emily’s and a local bar
This pairing will take you back through American History! Start off the night by grabbing the All American from Max & Emily’s Eatery. Once you’re feeling the American spirit from the sandwich, head to the Bush Theatre for a musical trip back in time.
Show – Annie Jr: December 6-8 and 13-15 at the Broadway Theatre. Tickets Required.
Restaurant – Mountain Town Station
Get ready for a night in the Big Apple! Start your New York experience by heading to Mountain Town Station for a classic New York strip steak. Next, head to the Broadway Theatre and watch the orphans light up the streets of New York with their singing and dancing!
A show for every season and a meal for every show, you’ll never be bored in Mt. Pleasant! Musicals, munchies, magic and more. Meet here.
Check out our full calendar of events for upcoming community and university events! Other upcoming “shows” include Max and Emily’s Summer Concert Series, Art Walk Central and more!
Meet Aaron Wittbrodt! I was born and raised in Mt. Pleasant and loved it so much I decided to go to college here! I went to Central Michigan University to get my degree in Integrative Public Relations and Event Management. Theatre was a huge part of my life growing up and the arts play a big part in who I am.
