Mission Statement
The mission of Wharton Center is to enrich the lives of Michigan residents and strengthen the value of the arts in everyday life by serving as a leading resource for renowned arts entertainment and education programs.
As a not-for-profit performing arts center locted on the campus of Michigan State University, we accomplish our mission by adhering to the belief that Wharton Center should …
- Serve as an industry leader and advocate to help bolster the cultural and economic vitality of the community and the state
- Present a diverse selection of performing arts experiences with world-renowned artists and newly commissioned works
- Provide meaningful, participatory lifelong learning programs both at Wharton Center and throughout the state for audiences of all ages
- Advance the arts by presenting Michigan's finest arts organizations
- Strive to ensure that the diversity of our community is reflected on our stage and in our audience
- Maintain exceptional service and state-of-the-art facilities
- Manage the organization with fiscal responsibility
Upcoming Performances
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The Addams Family
January 31 - February 05, 2012 -
My First Time
February 09 - 11, 2012 -
Simone on Simone
February 16, 2012 -
Spartan Stampede
February 17 - 19, 2012 -
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
February 18, 2012 -
Mike Birbiglia
February 19, 2012






