For more than five decades, KC and the Sunshine Band has been getting audiences on their feet with timeless hits including Get Down Tonight, That's the Way (I Like It), Shake Your Booty, Boogie Shoes, and Give It Up. Led by Harry Wayne KC Casey, the band has sold more than 100...
Comedian Ali Siddiq brings his international standup tour Custom Fit to Springfield, Illinois. Crowned by Vulture as stand-up comedy's most prolific storyteller, Ali Siddiq has built a massive fanbase through a string of viral, award-winning specials. He is a two-time 2026 NAACP...
Candace Bushnell, the internationally bestselling author whose writing inspired the television phenomenon Sex and the City, brings her acclaimed one-woman show to Springfield. Filled with humor, wit, and candid storytelling, Bushnell shares her perspective on love, friendship...
The Golden Girls are back in an all-new show! 2026 finds Sophia out on bail, after being busted by the DEA for running a drug ring at Shady Pines. Blanche and Rose have founded CreakN, a thriving sex app for seniors. And Dorothy is trying to hold it all together, with help from...
The Bored Teachers: Is It Friday Yet?! Comedy Tour brings its all-new material to the UIS Performing Arts Center on November 15, 2026. Founded by former teachers James and Marilou Tarantino, Bored Teachers has grown from a grassroots social community into the world's leading...
The Book of Mormon returns to Springfield for one show only, following its record-breaking 2023 run. The musical features book, music and lyrics by Trey Parker, Robert Lopez and Matt Stone, directed by Parker and Casey Nicholaw. It has won nine Tony Awards including Best...
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…
What did our critic think of A WRINKLE IN TIME at Lifeline Theatre?…
“What do you want?” It’s the question at the heart of Witch, Idle Muse Theatre Company’s fall production. Adapted by playwright Jen Silverman from the Jacobean drama The Witch of Edmonton, the play transforms a centuries-old tale of ambition, jealousy, witchcraft, and desire into a provocati…
The actors drive the story forward with their strong acting and execution of the characters' fervor for emancipation, freedom, and equality. …
Dirty Dancing: The Musical takes us back to the summer of 1963, a season of forbidden romance, deep passion, and electrifying dancing to iconic soundtracks. …
Birds of North America is a touching and supremely well-acted two hander. A Red Orchid Theatre’s return engagement reunites Cassidy Slaughter-Mason and John Judd as father-daughter duo Caitlyn and John, directed by Artistic Diretor Kirsten Fitzgerald. Over the course of roughly 10 years, Caitlyn a…
The Grease Parody musical shows love and respect to its imitation the best way it knows how — with creative commentary, meta music, and joyous jokes that are sure to make you chuckle, laugh, or anything in between.…
What did our critic think of MEAN GIRLS at Paramount Theatre Aurora, IL?…
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.…
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…
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Joe Gatto, renowned for his roles in Impractical Jokers and The Misery Index, brings his Let's Get Into It tour to the UIS Performing Arts Center on February 14, 2025. The show features all new material as Gatto continues to build on the success of his previous stand-up tours...
Charlie Berens will perform at the UIS Performing Arts Center on February 2, 2025. Known for his comedic online news show, the Manitowoc Minute, Berens has built a large following through his Midwest-focused sketch comedy and stand-up tours. In addition to his work as a...
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas returns to the UIS Performing Arts Center on December 21, featuring the distinctive sounds of Chip Davis and his ensemble. With over 35 years of holiday performances, the concert showcases classic Christmas hits reimagined with a blend of...
Doctor Voynich and Her Children is a thought-provoking production presented by the UIS Performing Arts Center in collaboration with Coalescence Theatre Project. This play delves into themes of identity, family dynamics, and the pursuit of truth, offering a compelling exploration...
All Access: A Show for Every Body showcases a diverse array of artists with disabilities, highlighting themes of inclusion and representation. Hosted by artist-in-residence Steve Sykes, this event invites the community to engage with powerful performances that celebrate...
Date Night with Voice and Guitar: Love Songs features singer-songwriter Kevin Aldrich and vocalist Diane Dietz as they present a selection of love songs spanning various genres and eras. This intimate performance promises to evoke the many facets of love through music. The event...
Experience Tator Tots is a 60-minute performance that invites audiences to enjoy an engaging and accessible theatrical experience. Set to take place on November 14, 2024, at the UIS Performing Arts Center, this production is part of a series that emphasizes inclusivity and...
UIS Performing Arts Center presents a free Writing for the Stage workshop series, offering aspiring playwrights the chance to learn the fundamentals of playwriting. Led by Tim Crawford, the 2023-2024 Our Stage / Our Voices Artist-in-Residence, this four-session course will help...
Date Night with It Takes Four to Tango features the UIS Music Faculty String Quartet as they share and explore dance traditions from around the world, focusing particularly on the tango. This event promises an engaging evening filled with music and cultural insights, perfect for...
One Hundred Strings: Traditional Music of India offers a cultural exploration of Indian music through live performance, showcasing the rich musical heritage of the region. Scheduled for October 10 at the UIS Performing Arts Center, this event is presented in partnership with UIS...
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Fleetwood Max Raue Center For The Arts (10/03-10/03) |
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Love Story: A Tribute to Taylor Swift Raue Center For The Arts (11/07-11/07) |
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Mean Girls Paramount Theatre (8/26-10/11) |
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Rotary Rocks The Raue: James Garner's Tribute to Johnny Cash Raue Center For The Arts (10/24-10/24) |
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The Dave Matthews Tribute Band Raue Center For The Arts (9/25-9/25) |
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Blond Ambition: A Tribute to Madonna Raue Center For The Arts (11/07-11/07) |
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Memphis The Musical Studebaker Theater at the Fine Arts Building (10/24-10/25) |
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Prayer Circle Redtwist Theatre (9/17-11/08) |
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Vladimir Theater Wit (10/02-11/14) |
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Lucy's Comedy Raue Center For The Arts (11/13-11/13) |
