Upcoming Shows
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...
by Rachel Weinberg - April 26, 2026
The blame game’s the thing in this world premiere play from Scooter Pietsch. FAULT is playing at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater....
by Angela Lin - April 25, 2026
For many, Burt Bacharach is a household name, the soundtrack that spans from childhood to adulthood. For some, Bacharach’s name might not ring a bell, but his wide discography of songs that spans decades, mediums, collaborators, and genres is sure to have even the most musically naive audience mem...
by Rachel Weinberg - April 23, 2026
While THE GREAT GATSBY has glimpses of effective songs and character development, the musical doesn’t ultimately live up to the glitz, glamor, and legacy of its source material.
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by Emily Werner - April 20, 2026
What did our critic think of TEATRO VISTA PRODUCTIONS' BOTH AT STEPPENWOLF THEATRE at Teatro Vista Productions?...
by Rachel Weinberg - April 20, 2026
Tarrell Alvin McCraney’s world-premiere play WINDFALL is part somber, part whimsy — which is true to his unique playwriting style. It’s a poignantly topical play, yet sometimes too on the nose. I enjoyed how McCraney blends the hyperreal and the surreal in a play that asks the question: Should...
by Tina St. Angelo - April 18, 2026
What did our critic think of NOEL COWARD'S PRIVATE LIVES at BrightSide Theatre?...
by Tina St. Angelo - April 18, 2026
What did our critic think of HEARTBREAK HOTEL at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?...
by Tina St. Angelo - April 20, 2026
What did our critic How great to be known by one name…. Dixie Locke (Anna Louise Bramlett) says that to Elvis Presley about Marlon Brando before Elvis becomes one name. The current production at the Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre is Heartbreak Hotel. This tells the story of Elvis’ rise up to the ...
by Angela Lin - April 18, 2026
What did our critic think of 12 OPHELIAS (A PLAY WITH BROKEN SONGS) at The Factory Theater from Strawdog Theatre Company?...
by Emily Werner - April 14, 2026
What did our critic think of REVIEW: GOODNIGHT MOON AT CHICAGO CHILDREN'S THEATRE at Chicago Children's Theatre? The 65-minute performance is filled with music, dance, comedy, acrobatics and puppetry....
Past Shows
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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....
David Becker brings his acclaimed performance, PLANETS, to the UIS Performing Arts Center on October 5, 2024. This engaging evening promises a captivating blend of...
The Lifespan of a Fact explores the complex interplay between truth and fiction in a compelling narrative that resonates long after the performance. This engaging...
Date Night with Electric Bass Quintet features Max Beckman leading a unique ensemble of four bass guitarists, showcasing original compositions that blend bass and vocals....
Date Night with Comedy Magic and Mentalism features local magicians Jesse James and Rha-Bea, who will deliver an engaging performance filled with comedy magic and...
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