Like many nationwide, local nonprofits are facing serious challenges and they plan to band together to address planned federal funding cuts and how to survive them. Shifting federal priorities were addressed Monday in a Nonprofit Legislative Roundtable, led by four QC nonprofit leaders – River Bend Food Bank president/CEO Chris Ford; Community Health Care CEO […]
The legendary composer/pianist George Gershwin was just 25 when he wrote and premiered his “Rhapsody in Blue” in New York City, Feb. 12, 1924. Just three months later, Gershwin and the Paul Whiteman Orchestra took the groundbreaking concerto (which spanned jazz and classical genres) to Davenport as part of an 18-city national tour. Gates Thomas, […]
Curtis B. Lewis Jr., grew up around Rock Island’s 14th ½ Street, where life revolved around the porch. Those meaningful beginnings form the foundation of his new play, “The Half,” which will premiere later this month at The Lincoln Center, Davenport. Lewis, a 2007 Rock Island High alum, is founder of Journey Live Production (JLP), […]
If you like your summer entertainment fun, fizzy, frothy and frivolous, Opera Quad Cities has the ideal concoction for you. For the first time since pre-COVID, the 24-year-old opera company is returning to St. Ambrose University’s Galvin Fine Arts Center this weekend for a new production of the classic “Die Fledermaus,” with a glorious score […]
This summer, the Figge Art Museum (225 W. 2nd St., Davenport) has five fascinating new exhibitions for visitors to enjoy. From the story of the museum’s building to powerful artwork from the past, playful pieces featuring cats, and a creative project made with help from the community, there’s something for everyone. Mark your calendar for […]
The beloved Shakespeare comedy “Much Ado About Nothing” opens this weekend at Genesius Guild. Show dates are June 21, 22, 28, and 29. Performances start at 7 p.m. at the Lincoln Park Classic Theatre, 1120 40th St., Rock Island. Admission is free. “Much Ado About Nothing” is frequently ranked among the favorite Shakespearean comedies, according to a Genesius Guild […]
This Saturday, June 21, you join “American Pickers” star Danielle Colby for the dazzling grand opening of the Ecdysiast Arts Museum, a one-of-a-kind celebration of burlesque, artistry, and unapologetic expression — in the heart of downtown Davenport. Located at 322 Brady Street and founded by Colby, the museum is a bold new cultural destination devoted […]
Barely There Theatre, a hybrid theatre company founded by the Quad Cities’ most prolific playwright, Alexander Richardson, will return to the stage this summer with the world premiere of “To Leer At Lear.” This brand-new comedy takes audiences into a professional theatre company with community theatre production values, according to a recent release. In doing so, they […]
Local and visiting writers have extra reason to celebrate later this month as the Midwest Writing Center (MWC) presents The David R. Collins Writers’ Conference at Augustana College on June 26-28, celebrating 20 years of the conference in its current format. Formerly known as the Mississippi Valley Writers’ Conference, the event will feature a stellar […]
A special farewell concert is scheduled for Sound Conservatory, 504 17th St., Moline, on Sunday, June 22 at 5:30 p.m. The heartfelt evening of music, memories, and new beginnings is called “Andrzej & Friends” — the final performance by Andrzej Kozlowski as owner of the Sound Conservatory, which will not be closing but continuing under new ownership. […]
