ESCANABA — Bay College announces the upcoming event, Makin’ Cake, a thought-provoking performance by Dasha Kelly Hamilton, taking place on Thursday, February 13 at 7 p.m. in the Besse Theater on the Escanaba Campus.

Baking a cake has long been a process requiring patience, resources, and a touch of luck. For much of human history, ingredients were scarce and costly, chemistry was unpredictable, and the process spanned days. Even as abundance grew in our nation, many Americans struggled to afford basic cake ingredients.

Written and performed by Dasha Kelly Hamilton — an acclaimed author, poet laureate, and create change agent — Makin’ Cake cuts into the history of cake, revealing what its ingredients and evolution can teach us about race, class, and equity in America. The performance combines storytelling, humor, and insight to spark meaningful conversations about culture and social change.

“Bay College is honored to bring Dasha Kelly Hamilton’s show to our campus,” said Dr. Amy Reddinger, vice president of academic affairs and educational equity. “Ms. Kelly Hamilton is a dynamic voice for change, and we are excited to host this unique conversation on culture, class, race, and cake.”

This event is open to the public and promises to be both refreshing and fun. Following the performance, attendees are invited to stay for a cake reception, leaving room for dessert and dialogue.

Tickets are $5 for the general public, and free for any K-Bay students and employees. Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone at (906) 217-4045, or in person at the Box Office, located in the Besse Center.

For more information, contact the Bay College Events Department at (906) 217-4040 or events@baycollege.edu.