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Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

April 18 & 19, 2026

This beloved concert has played to millions all over the world with over 300 major orchestras, and now makes its Detroit Opera premiere just in time to celebrate Bugs Bunny’s 85th Birthday.

Mariachi Vargas: El Legado Tour

May 9, 2026 | 7:30pm

Bring the whole family for an unforgettable evening of passion, tradition, and music as the world’s most celebrated mariachi ensemble, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, takes the stage at the Detroit Opera House. Founded in 1897 in Jalisco, Mexico, and now led by musical director Carlos Martínez, Mariachi Vargas continues its extraordinary six-generation legacy of excellence—hailed across the globe as “El Mejor Mariachi del Mundo.”

St. Vincent LIVE with Detroit Opera Orchestra

July 24, 2026 | 8:00pm

This summer, St. Vincent will venture once more into unexplored territory with a first-ever limited run of orchestral performances. These special shows will see a selection of favorites and deep cuts spanning the St. Vincent discography brought to life in spellbinding new dimensions with the aid of GRAMMY-winning artist and renowned orchestrator, arranger, and conductor Jules Buckley. 

The Voice of Whitney: A Symphonic Celebration

October 10, 2026 | 8:00pm

This is Whitney Houston, as you’ve never seen her before! The Voice of Whitney: A Symphonic Celebration concert event features the original master and remastered recordings of Whitney’s vocals set to unique and one-of-a-kind orchestrations of her biggest hits played by the Detroit Opera Orchestra —including “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” “Higher Love,” and “I Will Always Love You.” The music is accompanied by never before-seen home movies, film performances, plus some of her historic performances.