Adler Theatre and JS Touring announced today that America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will return to the Adler Theatre stage on Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 9 at 10:00 a.m. Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere. His latest projects include the Emmy nominated web series, “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee” and his Netflix special “Jerry Before Seinfeld.” Seinfeld continues to perform both nationally and internationally. Seinfeld... Read More

Circa ‘21’s “Shear Madness” is “sheerly” hilarious, a wild, raucous romp that lives up to its name. With a terrifically talented cast that exudes a goofy sense of fun every moment they’re onstage, it’s a must-see for anyone looking for a funny night out. As the longest-running non-musical theatrical production worldwide, the snappy show has been cutting up audiences for decades around the globe, including Circa, and for good reason, it’s a wonderful showcase for talented improvisational performers while retaining the outline of an entertaining premise that promises laughs. “Shear,”... Read More

The latest production to hit The Spotlight Theatre stage will bring inspiration to audience members of all ages! Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical kicks off performances at The Spotlight Theatre (1800 7th Avenue Moline) this Friday Aug 2 and will run through Sunday Aug 11. Matilda The Musical is a story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare... Read More

The singing sisters are back! Quad City Music Guild will be presenting “Sister Act”  Aug. 9-11 and 15-18 at the Prospect Park Theater in Moline. Reserve your seats today by visiting qcmusicguild.com; or by calling the box office at 309-762-6610.  Read More

Aristophanes’ classic comedy “Ecclesiazusae” will close the Genesius Guild’s 2019 season with performances at 8 p.m. on July 27 & 28 and August 3 & 4 at the Don Wooten Stage in Lincoln Park, Rock Island. Ecclesiazusae is a perfect example of Aristophanes’ sharp wit and political commentary, with the jokes updated to cover modern-day themes. Performances are free. Aristophanes was a familiar and upsetting figure in classical Athens with his knack for writing plays that needled local authority figures. In “Ecclesiazusae,” Aristophanes turns the local... Read More

Boom! Ballet Quad Cities has exploded onto the local arts scene with the announcement of their new 2019-2020 season! Here’s what the folks at the Ballet dropped today on their website with all the deets: “With two packages to choose from there is sure to be a season ticket option for you! BENEFITS Get the best seats for the best price Free and easy ticket exchanges Discount on additional single tickets Lost ticket insurance   Full subscription – all 4 performances Adult $110 Senior (60+) & Military $80 Student/Child (under 18) $70   Half subscription – Choice... Read More

The Establishment Theater has a new tenant — and it’s one that’s familiar to the downtown Rock Island District. The Center for Living Arts, run by Dino and Tina Hayz at their former home on 4th Avenue in downtown Rock Island for the past 13 years, will spend their 14th and subsequent years at the Establishment Theater, 220 19th Street. The Center takes over the spot from Comedy Sportz, which had been the place’s tenant for the past nine years before moving on. Dino announced the move on his facebook page today, posting, “So… we were going to wait and make this... Read More

Located in downtown Rock Island, the Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse has been treating audiences to the finest in dining and professional stage entertainment for the past 42 years. For the venue’s sure-to-be-spectacular 43rd season, beginning this November, the venue is proud to announce a lineup boasting six sensational productions – among them a legendary musical-comedy classic, a returning Christmastime favorite, a winner of six Tony Awards including Best Musical, and the Circa ’21 debut of a Tony-winning Broadway and Disney smash! Circa ’21 productions are performed on... Read More

Adler Theatre and VenuWorks proudly present one of the world’s premiere illusionists, CRISS ANGEL in RAW: The Mindfreak Unplugged, on Tuesday, September 10 at 7:30 PM at the Adler Theatre in Davenport. Tickets range from $52 to $92, and can be purchased in person at the Adler Theatre Box Office (136 E. 3rd St) or online at Ticketmaster.com. Tickets go on sale this Friday, June 28 at 12:00 PM. Criss Angel has dominated the world of magic for over a decade, but even with his incomparable success, Criss’ passion is to constantly create and bring his magic revolution to fans everywhere. Criss... Read More

For the last eight years, The Speakeasy in downtown Rock Island has been the diverse entertainment venue in the Quad Cities!  From Bottom’s Up Quad City Burlesque and Manscape (the area’s only male burlesque revue) to Windy City Dueling Pianos, Viva La Divas Drag Show, The Manny Lopez Big Band, countless stand up comedy and improv comedy shows and monthly trivia contests, there is truly something for everyone at The Speakeasy! The theater is thrilled to announce its newest show THE (NOT SO) NEWLYWED GAME SHOW. The first performance will be on Saturday, June 29. This will be similar... Read More