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A venue for the people,
by the people.
by the people.
Ovation Center for Music and Arts — Presented by MSUFCU is a transformative space for residents and visitors alike to enjoy and create art in Downtown Lansing, Michigan.
Live performance is irreplaceable.
A funny thing happens when you immerse yourself in a live show. You feel the bass in your soul. Brain synapses ignite. You absorb the senses, from sound to lights, and commit them to memory. Your heart beats in sync with those around you. You can’t stop yourself from dancing, or at least nodding to the beat. You turn on, tune in, drop out. You just can’t get that live experience anywhere else. So, we put on live shows you won’t forget.
A person’s place is a powerful thing.
You know the “place”: Your go-to. The spot where you can let your guard down. These third spaces are essential to the human experience, offering inclusive and accepting locations to connect, share perspectives, and embrace what is real. These places build our communities and our identities, and the Ovation is proud to offer residents and visitors alike that chance to know they are welcome.
Everyone deserves a top-notch performance.
Cutting corners doesn’t do anyone justice — so we keep our edges sharp. Top-tier sound, lighting, and hospitality convene to build outstanding performances. Every sensory detail plays a role in the audience and artist experience, and we prioritize every feature, however seemingly small.
We all win together.
When we believe in our city, we uplift our collective confidence. And when that collective confidence rises, people far and wide will take note. The Ovation serves as an economic pillar, driving that community confidence and, in turn, sparking spinoff development and neighborhood expansion. A community’s strength relies on ongoing support and, most of all, unwavering belief. We support our people by offering local programming and partnerships to inspire people of all ages.
The Ovation wouldn’t be possible without generous contributions from our sponsors and founding supporters. Your support makes the music happen.
