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We are proud to serve our community across a diverse range of audiences through our Local Arts & Arts Education programs.

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Featured Show

John Mellencamp Live and In Person

Saturday, March 23 @ 8 PM

John Mellencamp’s career in music, spanning more than 35 years, is one of the most highly respected singer/songwriters of a generation. Mellencamp is incredibly acclaimed; he is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a recipient of the John Steinbeck Award, ASCAP Foundation’s Champion Award, The Woody Guthrie Award and Americana Music Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award and more recently, the Founders Award, the top honor assigned by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers and a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame. He is also one of the most successful live concert performers in the world. In 1985, Mellencamp, together with Willie Nelson and Neil Young, created Farm Aid. The social activism reflected in his songs helped catalyze Farm Aid, the concert series and organization that has addressed the struggle of American family farmers for more than 25 years.

Legends of Rock: John Mellencamp, a permanent exhibition at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, opened last year. There, Mellencamp confirmed his massive “Live and In Person 2023” tour coming to Springfield, IL in March 2024.

Mellencamp continues his journey as the walking embodiment of rock icon; passionate, plain-spoken, and a self-proclaimed rebel. John Mellencamp continues to live and work in Bloomington, Indiana.

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Cirque Dreams Holidaze
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE dazzles with a brilliant and whimsical family holiday spectacular. This annual...
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Holiday Pops in the Heartland - Illinois Symphony Orchestra
Adventure abounds as the Illinois Symphony Orchestra takes you on an exhilarating musical journey all...
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Abbey Road’s Christmas with the Beatles
Abbey Road’s Christmas with the Beatles features all the top hits of the Beatles along with some great...
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The Prophecy Show, A Tribute to Trans ~ Siberian Orchestra
Launching their 17th touring season of an extravagant Christmas musical production! This powerhouse group...
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Mania - The Abba Tribute
In an exhilarating, two-hour recreation of one of ABBA’s most memorable concerts, MANIA brings to life...
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Date Night with Magic
Date Night with Magic
Enjoy a beverage from our concession stand while experiencing skilled local artists sharing their work...
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Tunes from the Toons! - Illinois Symphony Orchestra
Adventure abounds as the Illinois Symphony Orchestra takes you on an exhilarating musical journey all...
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Dean Z – The Ultimate Elvis
For nearly two decades, Dean Z has performed thousands of shows for millions of people around the globe,...
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Date Night with Jazz
Enjoy a beverage from our concession stand while experiencing skilled local artists sharing their work...
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Outraged: Terror in Springfield 1908
by Tim CrawfordAn Our Stage / Our Voices In Outraged: Terror in Springfield 1908, we meet Bonaparte...
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Captivating Contrasts - Illinois Symphony Orchestra
Adventure abounds as the Illinois Symphony Orchestra takes you on an exhilarating musical journey all...
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Jesus Christ Superstar
Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, a new mesmerizing production of the iconic musical phenomenon...
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Magic of Motown
The show’s pitch perfect harmonies, dynamic choreography, & costuming perfectly capture the sights...
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Menopause the Musical 2: Cruising Through 'The Change'
All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! ...
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Experience Joyful Music with Dan & Claudia Zanes - A Sensory-Friendly Event
*SENSORY-FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE* Intended for an inclusive audience of all ages with sensory or...
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Date Night with the World of Percussion
Date Night with the World of Percussion
Enjoy a beverage from our concession stand while experiencing skilled local artists sharing their work...
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On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan
HER VOICE. HIS VISION. THEIR STORY. On Your Feet! is the inspiring true story about heart, heritage...
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Disney Princess: The Concert
Disney Princess: The Concert
For generations, the music of Disney’s princesses has been the soundtrack to our lives. Now, these beloved...
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Date Night with Fingerstyle Guitar
Enjoy a beverage from our concession stand while experiencing skilled local artists sharing their work...
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The Normal Heart
The Normal Heart
A powerful, stirring drama based on the harrowing true story of the beginning of the AIDS crisis in New...
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