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The Baxter Sisters at Tipping Point Theatre

Dates: (4/2/2022 - 4/24/2022 )

Theatre:

Tipping Point Theatre

Tipping Point Theatre

361 E. Cady Street
Northville,MI 48167

Phone: 2483470003

Tickets: $10-48

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Its 1937 and the Baxter sisters of Ionia, MI are determined to take the world by storm with their tap dancing routines. But when tragedy strikes, their attention shifts from fame to supporting their family. The Baxter sisters start up a dance studio in their garage and set new goals for themselves as they face the realities of growing up and learning to heal from the past. Set in the mid 20th century, The Baxter Sisters explores family dynamics after tragedy through humor and love. The story line will tug on your heartstrings and put a rhythm in your soul.

News About The Baxter Sisters at Tipping Point Theatre

Tipping Point Theatre Presents the World Premiere of THE BAXTER SISTERS
Tipping Point Theatre Presents the World Premiere of THE BAXTER SISTERS
March 17, 2022

The Baxter Sisters had their lives planned out as teenagers back in 1937. They would win the talent competition in Detroit, get a spot on Major Bowes Amateur Hour and become a famous traveling act of tap dancing sisters. But after April, May, June and Dottie lose the competition to one Betty Hutton, the sisters are forced to lower their expectations of stardom and learn to enjoy what they have together in Ionia, MI. A story inspired by true events, The Baxter Sisters takes a hard look at mid 20th century life between these four outgoing siblings.

Northville's Tipping Point Theatre to Make Return to Live Theatre with Classic A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Northville's Tipping Point Theatre to Make Return to Live Theatre with Classic A CHRISTMAS CAROL
October 21, 2021

Tipping Point Theatre is back in action and ready to create the live professional theatre you know and love. After shutting down their 13th Season halfway through due to the pandemic, their 14th season is gearing up to be one of their best yet

BWW Feature: Theatres Affected From COVID-19 Throughout Michigan
BWW Feature: Theatres Affected From COVID-19 Throughout Michigan
March 26, 2020

Due to Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's' temporary ban on all large group events in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, theatres across the state are postponing and/or canceling performances. BroadwayWorld Detroit is doing its best to combine a list of those performances in one place for theatergoers. If a theatre or any information is missing, please email Katie.Laban@gmail.com for it to be added. *This is a developing story, with more information being added as it becomes available.

THE BAXTER SISTERS Comes to Tipping Point Theatre
THE BAXTER SISTERS Comes to Tipping Point Theatre
March 06, 2020

The Baxter Sisters had their lives planned out back in 1937 at the age of 17, 16, 15, and 13. They would win the talent competition in Detroit, get a spot on Major Bowes Amateur Hour and become a famous travelling act of tap dancing sisters. When the talent competition is lost to Betty Hutton, the sisters quickly learn that no matter what life throws their way, they will have to fight through it to reach their goals of tapping on tour. Come get a glimpse of their mid-20th century life in Ionia, MI as they grow and learn that nothing can replace family.

Photo Flash: Tipping Point Theatre Presents A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2
Photo Flash: Tipping Point Theatre Presents A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2
September 20, 2019

A Doll's House is a play studied by students around the world. A production ahead of its time, it questioned the traditional roles of men and women in the 19th-century. This message, while not well received at the time, was essential to the forward movement of theatre. A Doll's House, Part 2 , written 140 years later by Lucas Hnath, aims to answer the question of what happened where Henrik Ibsen's classic play left off? 

Tipping Point Theatre Presents A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2
Tipping Point Theatre Presents A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2
August 28, 2019

A Doll's House is a play studied by students around the world. A production ahead of its time, it questioned the traditional roles of men and women in the 19th-century. This message, while not well received at the time, was essential to the forward movement of theatre. A Doll's House, Part 2, written 140 years later by Lucas Hnath, aims to answer the question of what happened where Henrik Ibsen's classic play left off?

Tipping Point Theatre Announces 13th Season In Northville
Tipping Point Theatre Announces 13th Season In Northville
July 26, 2019

A block down from Downtown Northville's historic Main Street sits a white brick building on the corner of Cady and Griswold Streets. The full garden draws patrons to the front doors and into a cozy and modern industrial lobby, fit with new paint and carpeting. This is Tipping Point Theatre, a professional theatre that has been quietly producing high-quality stage shows for the last 12 years.

Tipping Point Theatre Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

Tipping Point Theatre is at 361 E. Cady Street, Northville, MI.

The Tipping Point is that one dramatic moment in an epidemic when everything can change all at once…and we’ve reached it in a BIG way! From operating as a “vagabond” theatre company under the umbrella of the Parks and Recreation department, performing in any empty space we could get our hands on and paying actors with smiles and applause – we opened in 2007 with big changes – tipping point changes! Incorporated as a professional, non-profit 501(c)3 organization in the state of Michigan, Tipping Point Theatre opened its doors as a professional Equity theatre company in our permanent facility in downtown Northville. TPT is currently under the direction of James R. Kuhl and led by Board President Nannette Ret. Join us in fulfilling our mission by continued participation as an audience member, actor, designer, donor and advocate for theatre in Michigan. Looking forward to seeing you “at the Point!”

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