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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Aesop Bops
September 26, 2010 -
Tierney Sutton Band
October 01, 2010 -
Detroit Symphony Orchestra
October 07, 2010 -
Pat Metheny: The Orchestrion Tour
October 17, 2010 -
Somi
October 28, 2010 -
Disney's Mary Poppins
November 03 - 21, 2010
