- Please thoroughly read this page and note reservation deadlines and documents required for all trips.
- In consideration of those with allergies, please do not wear perfume or cologne on bus trips.
- Note that some trips require a minimum number of participants.
- We are now enforcing the $7 administration fee when you cancel your reservation, whether or not your spot can be filled. If we cannot fill your spot, you may be charged for the entire trip.
To register, or if you have questions, please call
248.432.5471 or 248.432.5692
CENTER TRAVEL
DAYTRIPS
May-September 2013
NEW
“LIFE COULD BE A DREAM,” AT MEADOWBROOK, PRECEDED BY LUNCH AT KRUSE AND MUER
Wednesday, May 8
Members $92/Non-members $102
Featuring hits of the 1960s, this new musical includes “Earth Angel,” “Unchained Melody,” “Get a Job,” “Easier Said than Done” and 20 more doo-wop hits. “Life Could Be a Dream” will leave you laughing, singing and cheering.
The bus leaves Oak Park at 10:15 a.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m., and leaves West Bloomfield at 10:45 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m.
Reserve tickets by April 22
“AIDA,” DRESS REHEARSAL AT THE DETROIT OPERA HOUSE, FOLLOWED BY A BOXED LUNCH
Friday, May 10 – 11 a.m. performance
Members $69/Non-members $79
Join us for the final dress rehearsal of this outstanding opera by Giuseppe Verdi. The bus leaves West Bloomfield at 9 a.m. and returns at 3:30 p.m., and leaves Oak Park at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 3 p.m.
Reserve tickets by May 1
“CATCH ME IF YOU CAN,” A NEW MUSICAL, AT THE FISHER THEATRE
Sunday, May 19 – 2 p.m. matinee
Members $99/Non-members $109
Based on the hit Dreamworks film and the incredible true story, “Catch Me If You Can” is a big-hearted, entertaining musical adventure.
The bus leaves West Bloomfield at 12:15 p.m. and returns at 5:45 p.m., and leaves Oak Park at 12:45 p.m. and returns at 5:15 p.m.
Reserve tickets by April 26
Wednesday, June 5
Members $92/Non-members $102
Based on the 1958 play “Breath of Spring,” this hilarious musical concerns a group of larcenous old folks who steal furs from New York City stores with the intent of using proceeds to buy their Upper West Side retirement hotel, which is slated to be sold to developers. With music and lyrics by John Kander and Fred Ebb (the creators of “Chicago” and “Cabaret”), “70 Girls 70” is sure to entertain!
The bus leaves Oak Park at 10:15 a.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m., and leaves West Bloomfield at 10:45 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m.
Reserve tickets by May 23
Friday, June 7-Friday, June 14
Members $635 double occupancy/$695 single occupancy
(limited scholarships available)
$50 Round-trip transportation
Enjoy luxurious surroundings, air-conditioned comfort, delicious kosher cuisine, live entertainment each night, happy hour, campfires, boating and canoeing, ping-pong, shuffleboard, fishing, tennis, swimming, discussion groups, Russian and English movies, evening snacks and dances.
For information, call Masha Barash at 248.967.4030.
“I HATE HAMLET,” AT THE TIPPING POINT THEATRE, PRECEDED BY LUNCH AT THE GUERNSEY DAIRY (ON YOUR OWN)
If time permits, we will spend time shopping in downtown Northville
Wednesday, June 12 – 3 p.m. performance
Members $76/Non-members $86
After earning fame and fortune on a TV show, Andrew returns to New York for his next audition. To his surprise and horror, he lands the role of Hamlet in the Shakespeare in the Park Festival. Adding to his anxiety, Andrew is renting an apartment once inhabited by John Barrymore, said to have given the 20th century’s best performance of “Hamlet.” Suddenly, Barrymore’s ghost appears and tries to convince Andrew to play the part. Now Andrew must decide between the easy money he could make with a new TV series and facing the world’s most difficult acting challenge.
The bus leaves Oak Park at 10:15 a.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m., and leaves West Bloomfield at 10:45 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m.
Reserve tickets by May 12
Saturday June 15 – 8 p.m.
Members $92/Non-members $102
Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. If that weren’t upsetting enough, Wednesday begs her father not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done: keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents. Join us for this delightful musical comedy.
The bus leaves West Bloomfield at 6:15 p.m. and returns at 11:30 p.m., and leaves Oak Park at 6:30 p.m. and returns at 11 p.m.
Reserve tickets by May 15
THE GLASSMAN PARTY
Wednesday, June 19 - 1-3 p.m.
Admission $5 (payment taken at the door)
Dance to wonderful live music and enjoy a delicious dessert buffet.
RSVP by June 10
Sunday, June 23 – 2 p.m. performance
Members $86/Non-members $96
Join us for this fabulous musical about the Von Trapp family.
The bus leaves West Bloomfield at 12:30 p.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m., and leaves Oak Park at 1 p.m. and returns at 6 p.m.
Reserve tickets by June 1
Wednesday, July 10
Members $92/Non-members $102
Miles and Ellie are two American teenagers in love when a youthful misunderstanding breaks them apart. Flash forward 20 years to a divorced and disenchanted Ellie, who has come home to lick her wounds. There isn’t much time to mope, however, when she learns that Miles is still in town and still carrying a torch for her. Is it possible to get a second chance at your first love? This charming and funny world premiere by Don Zolidis will make your wonder, “What if?”
The bus leaves Oak Park at 10:30 a.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m., and leaves West Bloomfield at 11 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m.
EASTERN MARKET, FOLLOWED BY LUNCH (ON YOUR OWN)
Tuesday, July 23
Members $49/Non-members $59
Join us for our annual summer visit to the Eastern Market. Shed 2 is brimming with activity. Take the opportunity to sample delicious food, and browse through stores in the area. We will provide a cooler on the bus for your produce. Remember to bring a tote bag for grocery items. Lunch will be on your own. Please indicate on the attached form if you want us to make reservations for you at the popular Roma Café.
The bus leaves West Bloomfield at 10 a.m. and returns at 3:30 p.m., and leaves Oak Park at 10:30 a.m. and returns at 3 p.m.
*Plans have been made to allow you to easily access your seat
Sunday, July 28 – 2 p.m. performance
Members $95/Non-members $105
A young noblewoman seeks the man of her dreams - only to learn that he is utterly incapable of speaking to anyone of his own social rank. So she disguises herself as her maid, and suddenly finds that her beloved’s attentions are forthcoming. Her maid, meanwhile, is disguised as a young noblewoman.
As you can imagine, shenanigans, confused identities and hilarity ensues.
The bus leaves Oak Park at 9:45 a.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m., and leaves West Bloomfield at 10:15 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m.
Reserve tickets by July 1
Thursday, August 15
Members $69/Non-members $79
Join us for a docent tour of this magnificent new museum on the Michigan State University campus. The bus leaves Oak Park at 9 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m., and leaves West Bloomfield at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 5:30 p.m.
Monday, August 19 – 2 p.m. performance
Members $93/Non-members $106
Four girlfriends gather to celebrate an upcoming wedding. As the bachelorette party picks up steam and the drinks flow, the girls discover more about each others’ love lives than they had ever imagined. Featuring classic 1960s songs, including “My Boy Lollipop,” “I Will Follow Him,” “You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me,” “Hey There, Lonely Boy” and the title song, “Why Do Fools Fall in Love?” this great musical affirms how friendship unveils its everlasting strength-and does so with a rockin’ beat.
The bus leaves Oak Park at 9:45 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m., and leaves West Bloomfield at 10:15 a.m. and returns at 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 25 – 2:30 p.m. performance
Members $96/Non-members $106
After more than 15 years with the Las Vegas, San Francisco and Broadway productions of “Phantom of the Opera,” Michael Lackey performs some of the wonderful songs from his most memorable musicals, along with a sneak-peak at what future summers might bring. Many other Croswell performers will participate in this revue of highlights of 45 years of spectacular musicals.
The bus leaves Oak Park at 10:15 a.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m., and leaves West Bloomfield at 10:45 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m.
Reserve tickets by August 1
Wednesday, September 11 – 2 p.m. performance
Members $105/Non-members $115
Join us for our annual trip to Petrolia as world-class performers celebrate the great music and classic moments from the golden age of the movie musicals to contemporary film scores, all presented with style, class, humor and in gala fashion.
The bus leaves West Bloomfield at 8:45 a.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m., and leaves Oak Park at 9:15 a.m. and returns at 7 p.m.
You must bring proof of citizenship (valid passport, enhanced driver’s license, or passport card) for this trip.
Reserve tickets by August 10
Tuesday, September 24
Call for information
GLASSMAN PARTY
Wednesday, September 25 - 1-3 p.m.
Admission is $5 per person (payment taken at the door)
Dance to a wonderful live band and enjoy a delicious dessert buffet.
RSVP by September 16