The Producers in Escanaba-Theater and Arts Impacts Your Mood and the Local Economy

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Another production is hitting the stage from Players De Noc, this time at the Bay College Theater (There was a fire a while back in the other theater and they are working on restoring it.)! The cast and crew have worked their tails off to make this happen, so it’d be awesome if you came out to support them. But this isn’t just about “supporting your local theater” (though that’s already a good enough reason). Theater has some long-term perks: it helps youth and others express themselves, builds relationships among actors and crew, and—bonus—can actually boost the local economy.

What...artsy fartsy and the economy? Esky-nomics,

Yes, you read that right. Theater can be good for the economy and tourism. People love to travel, engage in new experiences, check out local arts, and explore interesting places. Tourism in Escanaba and Delta County is growing, which is starting to create jobs and boost revenue. 

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Jeff thinks these...

"Little old ladies
are awesome!

Bravo he yells,
bravo! He
gave thema standing
ovation.

He feels great after
the show. 
Better than coffee!

He bought the sweater
from a store on Ludington St.
Cool businesses and
activities popping 
up all the time.

He saw this
older lady
looking at him
gestering to help
her with something
she got caught in her eye.
Maybe lint or something.🙃

According to the article below in some places people often spend around $50 extra on top of their tickets—maybe grabbing dinner, buying a snazzy new outfit, or making a whole night out of it. Tourists? That’s a whole other story. They stay in hotels, eat at restaurants, and spend like it’s going out of style. So theater isn’t just culture—it’s economic development in action.

But here’s the kicker: this show isn’t just good for your community—it’s hilarious. You’re going to laugh so hard your cheeks might hurt, and science (yep, actual research) says that laughing makes you happier, more optimistic, and even encourages spending on fun stuff. So really, by buying a ticket, you’re investing in your mood, your local economy, and your quality of life.

Life can be serious. But maybe, just maybe, we can take a step back, laugh at it a little, and enjoy ourselves. And this is the perfect place to start. The sets are gorgeous, the performances are sharp, and some scenes… well, let’s just say I laughed until I cried.

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Betsy realized how
much fun these ladies
are having and decided
to frequent the
theater more often 
when touring the 
Great Lakes.

She would like to
see more information
on tours and arts
in the area.

She winked a couple
times at a guy
with a nice sweater on
but not sure if he understood.
😬🙃

Don’t miss it. This is a one-and-done deal—so come see it, enjoy it, laugh, and maybe even leave a few extra bucks behind in the community while you’re at it.

The Tickets and Summary of the Show-The Producers!

Tickets are selling quickly, and Players is ready to close the season with a hit. Mel Brooks transformed his 1968 cult-classic comedy into the award-winning musical The Producers, and the cast has been hard at work bringing it to life.

The story follows a desperate Broadway producer and his anxious accountant as they scheme to profit from the worst show ever made. Their plan? Stage a widely inappropriate show, swindle their sweet elderly investors, and hope it all collapses. Naturally, chaos, mishaps, and plenty of laughs ensue.

Show Dates:
March 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Matinee: March 8 at 1:30 p.m.
Doors open 30 minutes early.

Tickets:
Available online or at the Bonifas Arts Center front desk (Tue–Sat).
All performances held at the Bay College Besse Theater.

Support Players De Noc with 50/50 tickets before the show and $1 souvenir buttons during intermission—cash encouraged.

Recommended for ages 13+ due to some mature content. Bring the "checkie" if you want to donate to the Players de Noc Theater.

More info & tickets: https://playersdenocinc.ludus.com/index.php

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You may also be interested in Bonifas Fine Arts Center

Economic Impact of Tourism in Delta County

Visitor spending in Delta County has shown notable growth over recent years—from roughly $92.8 million in 2021 to $119 million in 2024, which is nearly a 30% increase over three years (Daily Press, Micheau, Data from MEDC Oct. 4, 2025 from).

btw....household income may have rose in 2024 as well locally from a number of reasons of which tourism, arts and sense of community could be a couple of softer influecing factors. Investment, new businesses, etc. are others. 

Economic Value of Arts in One City:

You may be interested in this article The Economic Power of Arts as it describes the additional benefits the art sector may have per trip from visitors. While this informaton relates to Philodelphia it is beneficial to see how some of the benefits of ticket sales and visitors may impact local development.

• Arts attendees in Greater Philadelphia spend about $49 locally beyond tickets; overnight visitors spend about $235 per trip.

• Nationwide, arts and cultural industries contributed an estimated $1.17 trillion to the U.S. economy in 2023.

• The U.S. holds a trade surplus of nearly $37 billion in arts and culture goods and services.

• The arts also provide community connection, cultural understanding, well-being, and educational benefits beyond their economic value.