1 University Plaza
Springfield, IL 62703
UIS Performing Arts Center is a theatre in Springfield, IL.
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...
Set in the 1930s in the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee, this production imagines Ebenezer Scrooge as the owner of a mining company town, blinded by greed to the joys of the season. Visited by his deceased business partner and three ghosts, Scrooge is compelled to see life...
Comedian, New York Times best-selling author, Emmy-winning journalist, and musician Charlie Berens brings his stand-up show to Springfield as part of a 31-city expansion of The Lost & Found Tour. Known for creating the viral Manitowoc Minute, Berens' previous tour played 127...
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...
Riverdance 30 - The New Generation is the international phenomenon seen by over 30 million people worldwide, returning as part of a tour across 47 North American cities. The production features Grammy Award-winning music, breathtaking choreography, and explosive energy from a...
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Step into the memory palace and experience a one-of-a-kind experience where neuroscience, philosophy, and theater collide. Theater of the Mind, presented by Goodman Theatre, co-created by David Byrne and Mala Gaonkar, and directed by Andrew Scoville, is a fascinating immersive theatrical journey tha…
Adirondack Chair Circle is a satirical take-down of a group of wealthy conservative Chicago moms dedicated to their cause.…
Manual Cinema’s Frankenstein has come to life once again, further establishing itself as one of the city’s most thrilling holiday traditions in the shadowy hall of the Studebaker Theater.…
What did our critic think of BABES WITH BLADES THEATRE COMPANY'S KING LEAR at Theater Wit?…
What did our critic think of MUD ROW at Remy Bumppo Theatre Company?…
The Winter’s Tale—now playing and soon to run in repertory with the even wilder Midsummer Night’s Dream—provides audiences with an emotional, uplifting, and even redemptive story sure to thaw frozen hearts and provide a much needed escape.…
Magic is a timeless art full of secrets, and as Parr reveals through the course of Time Traveler, history is even stranger and more serendipitous than we know.…
What did our critic think of HAYWARD at Gift Theatre?…
Saturday night brought the long-awaited return of Dance Theatre of Harlem to The Auditorium for a celebratory evening of dance that showcased the range and versatility of this 57-year old company, which had not been seen in Chicago since 2016.…
With spooky season upon us, what better way to get into the haunted spirit than with a murder mystery — one that no one has ever seen before, and one that no one will ever see again.…
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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...
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...
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...
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Adirondack Chair Circle Steppenwolf's Ensemble Theater (10/22-12/06) |
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Love Story: A Tribute to Taylor Swift Raue Center For The Arts (11/07-11/07) |
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Million Dollar Quartet Stolp Island Theatre (10/07-1/03) |
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The Christmas Carol Paramount Theatre (11/11-1/03) |
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Blond Ambition: A Tribute to Madonna Raue Center For The Arts (11/07-11/07) |
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When We Were Young and Unafraid Greenhouse Theater Center (11/12-11/29) |
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for colored girls who considered suicide when the rainbow is enuf eta Creative Arts Foundation (11/08-11/29) |
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Seasons—a celebration The CheckOut (11/07-11/07) |
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Lucy's Comedy Raue Center for the Arts (1/15-1/15) |
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Marriott Theatre Reveals A 2027 Season of Showstopping Musicals and Beloved Stories Marriott Theatre (9/30-1/27) |
