Workshops and Performances
Spotlight: Musical Theatre Audition Workshop
Spotlight: Musical Theatre Audition Workshop is a dynamic program for middle schoolers (completed 5th–8th grade) looking to build confidence and skill in musical theatre auditions. Through engaging coaching in acting and singing, students will learn how to bring characters to life, connect with songs, and harness their nerves to shine under pressure. The program culminates in mock auditions, giving participants real-world experience in a supportive environment. Whether new to auditions or looking to refine their craft, students will leave feeling prepared, empowered, and excited to take the stage! Cost: $290
Register here!
Marissa & the Starter Packs at Oz's Music
Marissa & the Starter Packs at Oz’s Music on August 16 at 7pm.
Marissa & the Starter Packs at Motor City Pride
Marissa & the Starter Packs are hitting the stage at Motor City Pride to celebrate all things LGBTQIA+ in the heart of Detroit!
Blooming YIES Fundraiser
Marissa & the Starter Packs are your entertainment at Blooming YIES on May 31 at Corner Brewery!
Marissa & the Starter Packs, Nora B, and AmateurWaifu
Marissa & the Starter Packs are taking over Ziggy’s on March 21!
Violet Sol with Marissa Conniff
Catch Marissa Conniff in a one-night-only performance as she takes the stage as the temporary front woman for the electrifying band Violet Sol - an eclectic music collective that mixes powerful vocals with dynamic arrangements to make the world dance.
Marissa & the Starter Packs with TOADALLY
Marissa & The Starter Packs are taking over Ziggy’s in Ypsilanti, Michigan, with special guests, TOADALLY - an Ann Arbor-based indie-rock band. Fun fact - both bands had their first gigs on the same night! Check out these up-and-coming rock and roll bands as they carry you through their sounds.
Marissa & the Starter Packs at Unity Vibration
Marissa & the Starter Packs are hitting the stage at the Unity Vibration Tap Room in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Expect to hear some rock, funk, pop, and kombucha bottles popping!
Marissa Conniff & Dan Hunter at North Star Lounge
Marissa Conniff performs covers and originals with her classically trained powerhouse vocals. Dan Hunter gets funky while jamming on his six-string bass. Together, they like to rock and uniquely blend singing and strings.
The North Star Lounge is an intimate music venue and vegan bar, brought to you by the folks at Detroit Street Filling Station and The Lunch Room.
The Starter Packs at YPSIARBOROO
It’s the 11th YPSIARBOROO Music Festival and Marissa Conniff will be singing with The Starter Packs to celebrate! Check out the performance at Louie’s Leisure Lounge at 2753 Manchester Rd in Ann Arbor. Oldies and Motown covers and originals! (Guitar by Justin L., Bass by Dan Hunter, Drums by Ken Kozora.)
The Starter Packs at Ziggy’s
Marissa Conniff is the lead singer of The Starter Packs, a funky folk band, and will be performing at Ziggy’s in Downtown Ypsilanti. Oldies and Motown covers, and original music. (Piano by William Marshall Bennet, Bass by Dan Hunter, Drums by Ken Kozora.) Opening for Milan and the Ellipsis and special guest, Rik Strange.
Marissa Conniff at the Motown Museum for Founders Day
Join the Motown Museum for the 2023 Founder’s Day celebration. Marissa Conniff will be debuting an original song and singing “I Just Want to Celebrate” by Rare Earth, which she performed for the Amplify the Sound of Detroit singing competition.
The Starter Packs on WCBN
Tune into WCBN 88.3 to hear The Starter Packs from 9pm-11pm. We will be playing a few of our favorite songs and promoting our upcoming shows on June 3 and June 4! (Marissa Conniff on vocals, Jesse Morgan on piano, Dan Hunter on bass, and Ken Kozora on drums.)