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Metropolis Performing Arts Centre

111 W Campbell St
Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Upcoming Shows

Ride the Cyclone

Sep 16 – Oct 25, 2026

A darkly comical musical about six teens bargaining for a second chance at life, exploring themes of life, death, and identity. Book, music, and lyrics are by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell. The production is directed by Lillian Castillo, who is the original Constance on the...

The Christmas Schooner

Nov 24 – Jan 3, 2027

A Chicago-based musical with book by John Reeger and music and lyrics by Julie Shannon, directed by Patrick Tierney. The show tells the dramatic true story of a Lake Michigan captain who risked his life to share the Christmas spirit.

Disney's The Little Mermaid

Jan 27 – Feb 14, 2027

An in-concert production featuring music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, and book by Doug Wright, based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film. This concert collaboration between Metropolis School of the Performing Arts and JAM...

The Match Game

Mar 3 – Mar 21, 2027

A Chicago Premiere, this new work written by Steven Strafford is a hilarious and heartbreaking family dramedy. The play asks audiences to contend with truths they may be too afraid to name and to laugh at ones they cannot change.

The Neverly Brothers: A Rock 'n' Roll Tribute: From Elvis to The Beatles

Apr 3, 2027

The Neverly Brothers concerts take audiences on a guided musical tour of the birth, near-death, and resurrection of rock n' roll from 1955 to 1965. The show features chronological song sequences, stories behind the music, and vintage wardrobe changes, with renditions of hits by...

Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma!

Apr 28 – May 30, 2027

The classic musical with music by Richard Rodgers and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, based on the play Green Grow the Lilacs by Lynn Riggs, with original choreography by Agnes de Mille. A high-spirited romantic comedy set against the backdrop of a tumultuous yet...

Review: Black Cat Theatre's ELEPHANT IN THE WOMB at Theater Wit

Review: Black Cat Theatre's ELEPHANT IN THE WOMB at Theater Wit

by Angela Lin · September 4, 2026

Elephant in the Womb somehow strikes a perfect balance between inappropriate humor, social commentary, and tasteful fourth wall breaking that will leave you feeling uncomfortable, pensive, and warm and fuzzy all at once.…

Review: COME FROM AWAY at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL

Review: COME FROM AWAY at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL

by Tina St. Angelo · September 4, 2026

Next Friday, the Country will pause to remember, mourn and honor those victims of the attacks of September 11, 2001. The town of Gander, Newfoundland, is called the Rock. During the week that followed, it truly was a rock. The current production at Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire is the emotional b…

Review: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Kokandy Productions

Review: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Kokandy Productions

by Rachel Weinberg · August 31, 2026

It was a bold choice for Kokandy’s artistic director Derek Van Barham to stage such a huge musical in the tiny cabaret space at the Chopin Theater. Fortunately, Sondheim’s brilliant score and lyrics are gorgeously delivered in Kokandy’s version.…

Review: BUDDY THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Review: BUDDY THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace, IL

by Tina St. Angelo · August 28, 2026

The current production at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace is Buddy: the Buddy Holly Story. It was the first of the jukebox musicals premiering in 1989.  It was conceived and written in England. It ran in London’s West End for 12 years. An interesting fact: Paul McCartney holds the copy…

Review: THE NOTEBOOK Presented by Broadway In Chicago

Review: THE NOTEBOOK Presented by Broadway In Chicago

by Angela Lin · August 6, 2026

The Notebook’s company does their best with the material they’re given, but without the impactful soundtrack to accompany it, the show ultimately falls short of delivering the emotional depth you might expect or desire from a generational love story.…

Review: MARBLE at The Gift Theatre

Review: MARBLE at The Gift Theatre

by Emily Werner · August 5, 2026

The Gift Theatre continues its 25th Anniversary 'Homecoming Season' with the Chicago premiere of Marble. First performed at Dublin's Abbey Theatre in 2009, the play was inspired by a conversation between Irish playwright Marina Carr and actor Fiona Shaw, and Giorgio de Chirico's painting 'Mystery an…

Past Shows

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The Presenters' Club: A Night with Brontë Fall

The Presenters' Club: A Night with Brontë Fall

May 29

Founded by lead singer and songwriter, Teri Bracken, in the winter of 2015, Bront Fall is an indie-pop/Americana group out of Chicago, IL. Bracken was initially drawn to the Bront Sisters' story during her undergraduate experience - outspoken female authors who dared to have a...

Family Movie Jamboree Featuring Trolls

Family Movie Jamboree Featuring Trolls

May 25

Join Metropolis School of the Performing Arts for Family Movie Jamboree Featuring Trolls! This event is for family and friends of all ages. Enjoy a screening of Trolls, face-painting by Thrown Elements Pottery, a dress-up photo-booth, a craft zone, and treats available for...

The Tale of Two Tims

The Tale of Two Tims

May 11

Come and celebrate Mothers Day weekend Tim and Tim again! Thats right, one whole night of stand-up comedy and music by both Tim Cavanagh and Tim Walkoe, two of the top comedy musicians in the country!Tim Cavanagh can be heard on both nationally syndicated radio shows the Bob and...

Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver

Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver

May 10

The music of the late John Denver is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time. Join acclaimed performer Jim Curry for this tribute to the music of one of the most beloved singer/songwriters ever to grace the stage.Tribute artist Jim Curry, whose voice...

King Midas and the Miraculous Golden Touch

King Midas and the Miraculous Golden Touch

May 2 – May 4, 2019

King Midas is the richest person in the world, yet he is not satisfied. He wants even more gold. A mysterious stranger offers Midas the opportunity to wish for anything he desires, anything at all. Midas seizes upon this opportunity to wish that all he touches turns into purest...

Metropolis Gala

Metropolis Gala

Apr 27

Join Metropolis for this signature fundraising event, the Metropolis Gala - Night of the Stars, at Arlington International Racecourse. This black-tie suggested evening begins when we roll out the red carpet with open bar, hors d'oeuvres and our sensational silent auction &...

rePercussion

rePercussion

Apr 27

rePercussion is an extraordinary comedy drumming experience! Going beyond interactive drumming, they blend sight, sound, and laughter bringing to the stage a highly entertaining, mind-blowing experience. Blurring the lines between electronic music, drum line, rock, and...

BritBeat

BritBeat

Apr 20

BritBeat Beatles Tribute Band is a 'Multimedia Concert Journey Through Beatles Music History' and tells the story of the Beatles from their early days at the Cavern Club in Liverpool, their dynamic debut on the Ed Sullivan Show, the attendance busting concert at Shea Stadium and...

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