Brighton Center for the Performing Arts

05/01/2026

Ever wonder what happens before the curtain rises? 🧐

Todd Oliver is officially in the building! He’s currently working with our fantastic backstage crew to make sure tonight's show is perfect. After a stellar assembly with Tot Spot earlier today, we can't wait for the main show tonight. 6pm is Livingston County Animal Shelter pet supplies drive and meet & greet with BAS pack of dogs. Show starts 7pm!

Limited tickets remaining! Grab them before they’re gone:
www.bcpashows.com/events

04/24/2026

🎭 FUN FOR A CAUSE NEXT FRIDAY: Todd Oliver & FRIENDS! 🐾

Looking for a night of laughs and community spirit? Join us at the BCPA for an unforgettable evening with the hilarious Todd Oliver & Irving the Talking Dog! While you're enjoying the show, you can help our students and our furry friends in Livingston County.

🐕 6pm SUPPORT THE SHELTER: We are hosting a Pet Supplies Drive for the Livingston County Animal Shelter!

🐶 6pm MEET THE PACK: Come say hello to our beloved BAS Therapy Dogs! They’ll be on-site for a special meet-and-greet. It’s the perfect chance to get some puppy love before the curtains go up.

🍿 6pm FUEL THE TECH CLUB: Hungry? Stop by the concessions stand! All proceeds from snack and drink sales go directly to the BCPA Tech Club. Our hardworking student techs (pictured at the last show: Shawn Walker and Madi Moore!) are raising funds to the student theater tech club.

✨ 7pm THE SHOW: Catch the amazing Todd Oliver (and Irving the talking dog!) for a night of ventriloquism and comedy that the whole family will love.

📍 Where: Brighton Center for the Performing Arts (BCPA)

🗓️ When: 5/1/26 at 6:00pm

🎟 www.bcpashows.com/events

Come for the laughs, stay for the dogs, and support our talented Tech Club students. We can't wait to see you there! 🎓💡

04/22/2026

Check out Todd Oliver & Irving the Talking Dog - coming to Brighton May 1st!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wcZc1so2m5g
➡️ Tickets: www.bcpashows.com/events

Livingston County Animal Shelter

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04/15/2026

🤩 Our theater director, Kim, in the news!

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03/27/2026

Happy World Theatre Day! Have you ever considered the economic impacts live theatre have on a community or region? Over the past 2 weekends, Brighton Musical Theatre presented Frozen the Musical to 7 SOLD OUT SHOWS! (The theatre seats 900.) You may have seen a lot of Elsas and Annas out there...and they were as cute as can be!

Those patrons...
🎭ate before or after the shows at local restaurants.
🎭filled up their gas at local stations.
🎭 shopped for bouquets or gifts at local stores.
🎭stayed overnight at local hotels.
🎭made investments in our local community!

These members have some live performances coming up in the near future. Please check them out!

Brighton Center for the Performing Arts
The BCPA is known for featuring our stars of tomorrow through school performances, but they also welcome artists from across the globe to showcase their talents!
https://www.brightonperformingarts.com/

Williamston Theatre
We are thankful to have Williamston Theatre as a member. A professional regional theatre just 30 minutes from Brighton!
https://www.williamstontheatre.org/

03/27/2026

🐾 Pet Supplies Drive for Livingston County Animal Shelter + Meet & Greet with BAS Pack of Dogs!

On May 1st, before the curtain rises at 7:00PM for Todd Oliver & Irving the Talking Dog, we’re collecting essential supplies in the lobby to help our furry friends in need!

Bring any of the following items to the BCPA lobby before the show: unopened dog / cat food and treats, new toys, leashes, collars, harnesses, cat litter, small animal bedding.

Once you’ve dropped off your donation, and greeted our BAS therapy dogs Hope, Wylie, and Luna, get ready for a night of incredible family-friendly comedy with ventriloquist Todd Oliver and his amazing co-star, Irving the Talking Dog! Come laugh with your whole family and support a great local cause.

➡️ Get Tickets to See Irving Talk: www.bcpashows.com/events

County Animal Shelter

03/25/2026

Extra! Extra! 📰 We were just featured in an article by Ann Arbor Family - talking about the hilarious Todd Oliver & Irving the Talking Dog coming to our stage 5/1! 🐶🗣️ Catch the story and then grab your tickets before they’re gone.

https://annarborfamily.com/feature/todd-oliver-brings-family-comedy-and-a-cause-to-brighton-center-for-the-performing-arts/

🎟️ Tickets: www.bcpashows.com/events

When ventriloquist and comedian Todd Oliver takes the stage with his wise-cracking canine sidekick Irving the Talking Dog on May 1, audiences at the Brighton Center for the Performing Arts can expect a lively evening packed with laughs, magic and plenty of audience participation. Aimed at audiences....

03/21/2026

Happy World Puppetry Day!
Come laugh with Todd Oliver & Irving the Talking Dog - coming to Brighton May 1st, 7:00pm! Don’t forget the pet supplies drive in the lobby, starting at 6pm.
➡️ Tickets: www.bcpashows.com/events

Livingston County Animal Shelter