Over 400 years ago, it was standard practice in William Shakespeare’s time for boys and men to play all the roles (female and male) in his plays. For the first time in the 70-year-history of Genesius Guild, the current production puts that old tradition on stage, for one of the Bard’s most famous female roles, in […]
Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse first opened its doors (with the musical “I Do, I Do”) in June 1977, transforming the historic former Fort Armstrong Theatre (which dates from 1921) at 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island. So it will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2027, and its next season begins with a holiday classic this fall. […]
One of the most famous musical films of all time returns to its stage adaptation at Circa ’21 in Rock Island, as “The Wizard of Oz” comes to life, opening this weekend. Running through Sept. 5, this glorious live version (with pre-recorded tracks) of L. Frank Baum’s beloved storybook tale (first published in 1900 and […]
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. — Quad City Arts invites the community to attend the dedication of the new EveryChild mural on Friday, July 10, at 9:00 a.m. at EveryChild, 420 23rd St., Rock Island. Created by apprentices in Quad City Arts’ Metro Arts Apprenticeship Program under the direction of lead artist Sarah Robb, the mural features paper cranes flowing from a […]
The Genesius Guild’s 70th anniversary season continues with two weekends of Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew. Performances are July 11, 12, 18, and 19 and start at 7:00 PM. All shows are staged in Lincoln Park, Rock Island, and admission is free. The Taming of the Shrew is a comedy revolving around the courtship of Petruchio and Katarina, […]
Fresh Films, a Rock Island-based nonprofit production company, is using its latest streaming series to showcase how film and television production can fuel economic growth across the Quad Cities. The project is part of a broader initiative to build Rock Line Studios – a campus with soundstages and other infrastructure needed to attract $5 million […]
In the face of higher student debt for many in Illinois and across the country, State Senator Mike Halpin’s measure to keep track of the private student loan borrowing market has been signed into law. “Student loans present a critical burden to students, graduates and their families,” said Halpin (D-Rock Island). “We need to keep […]
While working with children with autism in the Chicago area, Tenzin Moenkyi saw firsthand how language barriers can complicate access to care for multilingual families. Now a graduate student in speech-language pathology at Augustana College in Rock Island, Ill, Moenkyi is preparing to help fill a need for culturally and linguistically responsive care for Tibetan […]
The River Action annual Ride the River is returning to Arsenal Island this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21. In “Ride the Island,” participants can ride the beautiful trails of the Rock Island Arsenal while exploring its rich history by visiting iconic landmarks and enjoying a fun-filled day of live music and activities for all ages. […]
Augustana College hosts Show Choir Camps of America from June 15-19. More than 470 students and 67 directors from 20 states will spend the week developing performance, leadership and educational skills through intensive workshops, rehearsals and performances. As participants prepare for a culminating showcase at the end of the week, students may choose from workshops […]
