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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: 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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The Chicago Experience: A Tribute to Rock with Horns

The Chicago Experience: A Tribute to Rock with Horns

Apr 1 – Apr 2, 2022

The Chicago Experience is just as it sounds; a group of musicians who call Chicago home and who share a love for the music of one of the greatest rock n roll bands of all time.Chicago.Together, the band recreates the sound and feel of Chicagos music, whose hit songs have touched...

Maxwell Street Klezmer Band, featuring Cantor Pavel Roytman

Maxwell Street Klezmer Band, featuring Cantor Pavel Roytman

Mar 31

An evening of lively entertainment by Chicagos legendary Jewish music ensemble that tips the hat in all directions: from the Yiddish Theater to American Big Band, from the Shtetl to the Symphonic. The klezmer Big Band will feature Cantor Pavel Roytman singing favorites like Belz...

BritBeat

BritBeat

Mar 26

Take a trip back in time with a fantastic journey through the days of Beatlemania with BritBeats multimedia concert journey through Beatles music history. See why this nationally acclaimed Beatles show is captivating audiences and generating rave reviews from critics and Beatles...

An Evening with Larry Reeb and Friends

An Evening with Larry Reeb and Friends

Mar 25

Known as Uncle Lar, Larry Reeb is the wise-cracking, wacky relative everyone knows. Like any concerned relative, Uncle Lar wants to help, so, in his own way he does, or at least tries. Uncle Lar gives tips on everything from dating, to driving, to children. Uncle Lar has been...

Tapestry Unraveled: The Music of Carole King

Tapestry Unraveled: The Music of Carole King

Mar 24

Hailed as one of the most successful and talented female pop artists, Carole King has carved out an iconic place in music history. Singer Tina Naponelli has captured the true essence of Carole King and brings to you a unique and unforgettable tribute experience. Tinas powerful...

REFLECTIONS – A Kathak Dance Show

REFLECTIONS – A Kathak Dance Show

Mar 20

REFLECTIONS A Kathak Dance Show celebrates the ancient story-telling Indian Classical dance form at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre. Katha means Story and Kathak is that which tells a story. Kathak is a solo dance-form that has absorbed Persian and Central Asian influences and...

Creole Stomp

Creole Stomp

Mar 19

Dennis Stroughmatt and Creole Stomp, the hardest working band in Louisiana music bring energy, groove, Cajun, Creole, Swamp-Pop, and Zydeco in a blues filled New Orleans party! At a Creole Stomp show, everyday day is Mardi Gras!Some have called Creole Stomp a blues infused...

SOPA Cabaret – It’s Time to Dance: A Celebration!

SOPA Cabaret – It’s Time to Dance: A Celebration!

Mar 13

Students grades 4-10 will perform in Its Time to Dance: A Celebration!, an original cabaret performance written by Metropolis Voice Faculty Tiffany Gates and Nathan W. Brown. Students will be featured in solos and ensembles along with faculty as they sing and dance on the...

Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill

Feb 15 – Mar 12, 2022

August 18, 19, 20, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30, 31 and September 1, 2, 3 at 7:30 August 21, 24, 28, 31 and September 3 at 2:00 PM Award winning playwright Lanie Robertson recreates this vivid look into the life and times of jazz great- Billie Holiday. The time is 1959. The place is a...

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