Young, close-knit and all about the drama: Detroit’s emerging theater talent
Theater students get professional training in the middle of a city home to vibrant arts and culture, including a small-but-lively theater scene.
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One good building: Carbon Athletic Club still kicking in Delray
The Carbon Athletic Club has long been one of the city’s “best-kept secrets,” tucked away near the industrialized neighborhood of Delray.
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