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The Lodge Performing Arts Center

18 Villa Street
Elgin, IL 60120

The Lodge Performing Arts Center is a theatre in Chicago.

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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

380 total · showing 161–170

Green River Revival

Green River Revival

Apr 13

If you are searching for North Americas most authentic sounding CCR tribute, look no further than Canadas own Green River Revival. The singer sounds so much like John Fogerty youll swear it is the real CCR! The members of this band have played together across Canada, Mexico and...

Fareed Haque and the Secret Tango Society

Fareed Haque and the Secret Tango Society

Apr 12

This unique concert features virtuoso classical and electric guitarist Fareed Haque in his exploration of his Latin roots. Recently Haque came to the realization that there were few if any Latin American jazz guitarists playing Latin American music! While the folk music of Latin...

The Jungle Book

The Jungle Book

Apr 2 – Apr 12, 2019

The literary classic comes to life in this action-packed musical! Join a young boy named Mowgli as he learns the importance of friendship and survival with the help of his new friends Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther. Filled with songs, dance and plenty of audience...

sMOkeyTOWN

sMOkeyTOWN

Apr 11

Originally conceived as a 60th birthday gift to her father, Andrea Prestinario created sMOkeyTOWN, which salutes Smokey Robinsons historic songwriting canon with party hats, pomp, and some serious Motown circumstance. Smokey was the mostplayed artist blasting from the stereo of...

The Lettermen

The Lettermen

Apr 6

The Lettermen are Tony Butala, Donovan Tea, and Bobby Poynton. The letter sweaters may only make a brief appearance at each Lettermen performance, but The Lettermen harmony is non-stop. From their first hit in 1961 The Way You Look Tonight through current hits of today, the...

Ilya Yakushev, Pianist

Ilya Yakushev, Pianist

Apr 5

The young Russian pianist Ilya Yakushev, with many awards and honors to his credit, continues to astound and mesmerize audiences at major venues on three continents. The New York Times raved, "Mr. Yakushev can do just about anything he wants . . . superb. Highlights of the...

Corky Siegel Chamber Blues with Lynne Jordan

Corky Siegel Chamber Blues with Lynne Jordan

Mar 31

Harmonica virtuoso and composer Corky Siegel brings classical and blues fans shoulder-to-shoulder. Gritty Chicago blues and rarefied classical chamber music might not seem like a match made in heaven until youve heard Corky Siegel bring the two together a crowning achievement...

Lucas Bohn's Lesson Plans to Late Night

Lucas Bohn's Lesson Plans to Late Night

Mar 30

"Lesson Plans to Late Night" is a one-man comedy show about Lucas' transition from elementary school teacher to national touring comedian. Lesson Plans to Late Night is truly a one of a kind comedy experience combining live stand up comedy and visual images. This show has been...

Heartache Tonight

Heartache Tonight

Mar 29

From the powerful guitar duel in "Hotel California" to the shimmering harmonies of "Peaceful Easy Feeling," Heartache Tonight delivers a true Eagles concert experience in every detail. Each performance features classic, unforgettable songs from all eras and incarnations of the...

Uptown Girls

Uptown Girls

Mar 28

Uptown Girls is an explosive new female vocal trio, performing some of the most dynamic, top-of-the-charts pop hits from the 1970s to present day. These three fierce, powerhouse vocalists deliver legendary, show-stopping songs every audience will know and love with an infectious...

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