The transformative power of the arts For all of Flint.

Gazillion Bubble Show
Saturday, Sep 9 at 2:00 & 7:00 pm
Whiting Auditorium

Haflah - A Celebration of Art and Culture
Thursday, Sep 14 at 8:00 pm
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Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Friday, Sep 15 at 7:00 pm
Capitol Theatre
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Flint Repertory Theatre
'Rain on Fire
Sep 15 - Oct 1
Elgood Theatre
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Presented by FIM and United Way of Genesee County

KC and The Sunshine Band
Saturday, Sep 16 at 8:00 pm
Capitol Theatre
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Music Around Town - Free Event

Family Tradition Band
Wednesday, Sep 20 at 7:00 pm
Capitol Theatre
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Mott, Motown & More
Celebrity Lip Sync Reunion Tour
Friday, Sep 22 at 7:00 pm
Capitol Theatre
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Ozark Mountain Daredevils
Saturday, Sep 23 at 8:00 pm
Capitol Theatre
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Host Families Needed

Through its International Exchange Program, the Flint Youth Symphony Orchestra has hosted and been hosted by youth orchestras from France, England, Ireland, Scotland and Japan. Through these exchanges, participants share music and culture, and develop life-long friendships.

What does it mean to be a host?

Hosts provide a place for their foreign guests (preferably at least 2 guests) to stay overnight during their time in the Flint area.
Hosts provide many of the meals for their guests.
Hosts provide transportation. Sometimes guests will need to be dropped off and picked up at FIM. They may also need rides to and from other locations. In the past, some families have worked together to do carpooling.
Hosts provide family support for their guests. Many of the guests are young- middle and high school age, and often this is their first time overseas. Host families support their guests through this exciting, but stressful time.
Host families provide cultural experiences for their guests. Just staying with the host family is a great way for the guests to experience a new culture. However, host families are encouraged to introduce their guests to local foods (i.e. Koegel’s hot dogs, slurpees) as well as activities (i.e., nature trails, board games).

Sep 30 - Oct 8, 2023
Ahrensburg, Germany
Ahrensburg Youth Symphony Orchestra
approximately 56 students (ages 12-26)

If you are interested in becoming a host for our guests, please reach out to Jane Jaksa, Volunteer Coordinator, to begin the process. Feel free to reach out with any and all questions.
Jane Jaksa, [email protected], 810-238-1350 x 3126

Flint School of Performing Arts

International Music Festival Concert
Ahrensburg Youth Symphony Orchestra with Flint Youth Symphony Orchestra
Thursday, Oct 5 at 7:00 pm
Whiting Auditorium

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Register Now for Fall

A journey of self-discovery, inspiration and transformation is open to all ages and skill levels in the music, dance and theatre instructional division of FIM. Join us for lessons, classes and ensembles or take a seat in the audience and share the excitement of our students and faculty as they perform in a wide variety of recitals, concerts and productions this season!

If you would like a printed copy of the FSPA 2023-2024 Catalog mailed to you, please get in touch with the FSPA Office: 810-238-1350 x 3

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FSPA Auditions

Ensemble Placement Auditions

For Flint Youth Symphony Orchestra, Flint Youth Wind Ensemble, Flint Youth Philharmonia, Flint Youth String Orchestra or Flint Youth Chorus

Saturday, September 9, 2023

FSPA Auditions

Nutcracker

Registration: Saturday, September 9 and Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Auditions: September 29 - October 1, 2023


Music Lesson Merit Scholarship Auditions

Application Deadline: Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Auditions: Friday, September 22 and Saturday, September 23, 2023


Theatre Merit Scholarship Auditions

Application Deadline: Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Auditions: Saturday, September 23, 2023

Application Forms