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The Lodge Performing Arts Center, 18 Villa Court in Elgin, was initially constructed in 1927 as a home for the Elgin Elks Fraternal Order. After many years of celebrating brotherhood at this location, the building was used as office space until it was reborn as an entertainment venue in 2026 following an 18-month, $2 million dollar renovation. The Lodge Performing Arts Center is home to two resident theater groups, Schaumburg On Stage/Students on Stage and point2point productions. In addition to these two production companies, the lower level is home to the Elgin Arts Showcase, an innovative black box performance venue operated by the City of Elgin. Outside organizations are free to inquire about rental availability at thelodge@schaumburgonstage.org. Both the Elgin Art Showcase and The Lodge Performing Arts Center are fully accessible for persons that require barrier-free access at our 220 DuPage Entrance. Both spaces are equipped with accessible seating and accessible bathroom facilities. The Lodge Performing Arts Center has Enhanced Hearing Devices for all performances upon request. Units are limited, so please contact us prior to the date of your arrival at thelodge@schaumburgonstage.org to reserve your hearing device.

Upcoming Shows

From Dust

From Dust

Oct 2 – Oct 10, 2026

The Lodge Foundation and point2point productions present the inaugural winner of their New Works Initiative FROM DUST An original work by Eli Campbell After hiring Smith to build her an underground bunker, Ettie, a doomsday prepper, becomes convinced that a nuclear attack is...

Articles

Review: KOWALSKI at Lookingglass Theatre Company

Review: KOWALSKI at Lookingglass Theatre Company

by Zac Thriffiley · September 28, 2026

While Kowalski makes for a great showcase for two actors with charisma to spare, the play struggles in search of a direction while lacking the emotional honesty and primal intensity that Williams’s name evokes.…

Review: PRAYER CIRCLE at Redtwist Theatre

Review: PRAYER CIRCLE at Redtwist Theatre

by Emily Werner · September 22, 2026

Redtwist Theatre begins its 22nd season, entitled “State of Violence”, with the world premiere of Prayer Circle. This is resident playwright Erik Gernand’s second play with Redtwist since his successful Jeff-winning The Totality of All Things in 2024. What is brought to the stage is an enjoyab…

Review: PLAY ON! at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Review: PLAY ON! at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

by Rachel Weinberg · September 20, 2026

Play On! is a lively retelling of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. Conceived by Sheldon Epps (who also directs) and with a book by Cheryl L. West, Play On! transports Shakespeare’s story to Harlem, New York. West’s book skillfully weaves Duke Ellington’s songs into the narrative.…

Review: THE BIRTH OF THE PILL at TimeLine Theatre Company

Review: THE BIRTH OF THE PILL at TimeLine Theatre Company

by Rachel Weinberg · September 18, 2026

TimeLine Theatre Company’s The Birth of the Pill takes some big swings...and sometimes misses. Adapted for the stage by Jessica Huang from Jonathan Eig’s book, it’s certainly relevant now. And Huang’s script takes “A People’s History of the United States” approach to storytelling. The …

Review: Kokandy Productions' JEKYLL & HYDE at Broadway In Chicago

Review: Kokandy Productions' JEKYLL & HYDE at Broadway In Chicago

by Rachel Weinberg · September 17, 2026

Jekyll & Hyde is rarely produced, and Kokandy brings it to vivid life in this new, larger venue. As Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde and Lucy, David Moreland and Ava Lane Stovall really lead the way for the ensemble with their captivating performances. And in its most compelling moments, this Jekyll & Hyde truly…

Review: THE ATTIC at Goodman Theatre

Review: THE ATTIC at Goodman Theatre

by Rachel Weinberg · September 16, 2026

The Attic: Things I’ve Seen While Lying On My Back is genuinely a unique experience at the Goodman. The 7 Fingers Co-Founder Shana Carroll wrote, directed, and choreographed this world-premiere autobiographical performance piece that shares vignettes from her life story. An international company o…

Past Shows

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Young Frankenstein

Young Frankenstein

Sep 22 – Nov 6, 2016

Comedic genius Mel Brooks’ hit movie comes to life in this mad-cap musical. Frederick Frankenstein distances himself from his family legacy but a call to settle his inherited estate in Transylvania brings him closer to the ancestors famous for bringing the dead back to life...

Mike Toomey's TV & ME

Mike Toomey's TV & ME

Sep 16

Mike Toomey takes you on a journey back into 60’s and 70’s TV Land. Mike Toomey’s TV & ME is a must see for those of the TV generation. In the show, Mike relates how his childhood television watching has shaped his adult life, while sharing his unique observations about his...

Lovesick Blues: Remembering Hank Williams

Lovesick Blues: Remembering Hank Williams

Sep 8 – Sep 9, 2016

Lovesick Blues: Remembering Hank Williams More than a country singer, Hank Williams was an essential American voice. Ease and authenticity mark this ensemble’s homage to Williams’ brief but prolific recording career. Singer/songwriter Ethan Kinsella cultivated his sound touring...

The Official Blues Brothers Revue

The Official Blues Brothers Revue

Sep 9

The Official Blues Brothers Revue Dan Aykroyd, Judy Belushi and Musical Director Paul Shaffer present The Official Blues Brothers Revue. This live concert show combines the comedy and hits from the original movie and pays homage to Chicago’s rich history of blues, gospel, and...

History of Comedy

History of Comedy

Jul 23 – Aug 27, 2016

Mankind has been laughing since the dawn of time, but why? What's so funny? And why don't they let us in on the joke? Three men have the bravery, the intelligence, and the copious amount of spare time necessary to explain it all to you. Join our intrepid team as they explore...

RENT

RENT

May 25 – Jul 3, 2016

The Rock Musical that defined a generation and won 4 Tony awards is filled with iconic songs including Seasons of Love, Take Me or Leave Me, and more. The story centers around a group of artists trying to make it in New York during the height of the AIDS epidemic and the...

Memorial Day Salute

Memorial Day Salute

May 28

Celebrate Memorial Day with The Temporal Brass Quintet featuring American favorites, jazzy classics, and works by new American composers. The Temporal Brass Quintet is a brass ensemble founded in Chicago that uses music as a tool for community outreach. This performance based...

The 39 Steps

The 39 Steps

Feb 18 – Apr 3, 2016

Hitchcock’s classic reimagined as a whodunnit farce. Winner of the Olivier Award for Best Comedy, and called an “absurdly enjoyable, gleefully theatrical riff on Alfred Hitchcock’s 1935 film,” by The New York Times. A simple man happens upon a woman who reveals she is a spy in...

Creole Stomp

Creole Stomp

Feb 6

It’s a Mardi Gras party with blues, jazz, rock and R & B styles blending together to create that unforgettable Louisiana sound. Creole Stomp travels the country carrying the long tradition of Mississippi River valley Creole music. Hard driving, fast, and smooth the emotion and...

An Evening of Comedy with Dennis Regan

An Evening of Comedy with Dennis Regan

Feb 5

Dennis Regan is an accomplished stand-up comedian. He has performed throughout the country including the Late Show with David Letterman and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, as well as A&E's Evening at the Improv, Comedy Central and Showtime. He wrote for the Kevin James comedy...

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