Ballet Quad-Cities’ sneak peek of Alice in Wonderland has been extended more day! The Ballet’s studios have been full the last four days of fantastic audience members enjoying being among the first to see Ballet Quad Cities’ dancers rehearse the all new Alice in Wonderland!  Due to the popularity of lunch in the studio we are extending their invitation for one last day, Wednesday, March 14 from 11:30am -1:00pm The dancers love to perform for an audience! Grab your friends, bring your lunch and pop in at the studio to see the this all new production in the works at 613 17th Street, Rock... Read More

Join the dancers from Ballet Quad Cities at rehearsal for a sneak peek of Alice in Wonderland this week on March 8, 9, 12 & 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The dancers love to perform for an audience! Grab your friends, bring your lunch and pop in at the studio and be among the first to see the this all new production in the works at 613 17th Street, Rock Island. Parking and the entrance to the studio is in the back of the building. Everyone is welcome – no RSVP needed! For more information on this event and the show, see www.balletquadcities.com.  Read More

Ballet Quad Cities are taking you on an adventure through Wonderland! The local dance troupe is presenting the imaginative and unforgettable “Alice in Wonderland” March 24 at 2 and 8 p.m. at Davenport’s Adler Theater, 136 E. 3rd St. Courtney Lyon and the dancers at Ballet Quad Cities are hard at work on an all new performance of “Alice in Wonderland.”  You won’t want to miss this exciting  twist on Alice’s adventures.  Bring your family and enjoy an unforgettable journey through Wonderland! For tickets see https://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/49254?brand=adlertheatre. For... Read More

Thinking of checking out the cherished holiday classic “The Nutcracker” this weekend? Ballet Quad Cities has debuted a new preview video of the show! Ballet Quad Cities is performing it at 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Adler Theater, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport. This well-known Holiday Classic choreographed by Artistic Director Courtney Lyon comes to life in Ballet Quad Cities’ own enchanting production. Lavish costumes and magnificent scenery blend with beautiful choreography to create the most delightful fantasy ever. With live music provided by Orchestra Iowa this is... Read More

One of the most well-known ballet classics is returning to the Quad Cities! Ballet Quad Cities and Orchestra Iowa are hitting the Adler Theatre stage with a holiday classic, The Nutcracker! You will have three opportunities to witness this magical production. Two shows will be playing on Saturday Dec 9, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Another show will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday Dec 10. Ticket prices vary and can be purchased online at http://www.balletquadcities.com/Tickets-(2).aspx or at the Adler Theatre Box Office, located at 136 E 3rd St Davenport, Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. After the 8 p.m.... Read More

Tickets to Ballet Quad-Cities’ Nutcracker are on sale now! Shows are at 2 and 8 p.m. Dec. 9, and 2 p.m. Dec. 10 at the Adler Theater, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport. This well-known Holiday Classic choreographed by Artistic Director Courtney Lyon comes to life in Ballet Quad Cities’ own enchanting production. Lavish costumes and magnificent scenery blend with beautiful choreography to create the most delightful fantasy ever. With live music provided by Orchestra Iowa this is one holiday production that you won’t want to miss! Join the dancers and musicians for an afterglow at Hotel Blackhawk... Read More

Are you ready for an evening filled with vampires, drinks, dinner and ballet? Ballet Quad Cities is opening their 2017-2018 season with Dracula on Friday Oct 20 and Saturday Oct 21 at Valley of Moline Scott Rite (1800 7th Ave Moline) at 8 p.m. Based on Bram Stoker’s Dracula, this riveting performance will tantalize your senses with its choreography by Deanna Carter, entrancing musical compositions and performances full of seduction. Tickets for Friday and Saturday’s show are $25 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.balletquadcities.com/Tickets-(2).aspx. On... Read More

Ballet Quad Cities is pulling back the curtain on its upcoming Wild, Wild West ballet with a Dance Me a Story event on Monday at the Rock Island Public Library. Dance Me a Story presents a child-friendly introduction to the ballet on March 20 at 6:30 pm in the Community Room of the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. Children will learn a little about the ballet based on the wild outlaws of Aaron Copland’s Rodeo and Billy the Kid. Kids can then grab some costumes and create their own story through dance with a Ballet Quad Cities dancer. The event is free and is open to children of... Read More

Auditions for the annual holiday spectacle of “The Nutcracker” are being held Saturday, Sept. 10 and Sept. 13 at Ballet Quad Cities Studios, 613 17th Street, Rock Island. Ages 8-13 (or BQC Level 4 and 5; younger ages by invitation only) are Saturday, Sept. 10. Registration is at 10 a.m., 10:30-11:30 audition. Ages 14-18 (or BQC level 6 and 7) will audition Tuesday, Sept. 13, with a 5 p.m. registration, 5:30-7:00 audition. Before auditioning make sure to read all of the information below: Ballet Quad Cities’ “The Nutcracker” is a professional production. Casting is determined by costume... Read More