November 2022
American English – The Complete Beatles Tribute
The show begins with the early years of Ed Sullivan and includes classic Beatles favorites such as She Loves You, Twist and Shout, I Want To Hold Your Hand, and many others. American English captures the very essence of John, Paul, George and Ringo!
Next, you’ll take a trip with American English as they recreate the psychedelic era of The Beatles. Every musical and visual detail is magically shaped in a colorful journey back in time. You’ll witness incredible versions of selections from Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour. All the songs are performed completely live without any tapes or backing tracks.
And in the end, you’ll be transformed to a spectacular musical excursion of the final years of The Beatles partnership. Relive the years of The White Album, Let It Be, and Abbey Road. Moving renditions of songs such as Hey Jude, Something, and Let It Be, are sure to complete the tribute to The Beatles! ...
Pink Floyd Nite with Echoes of Pompeii
Twin brothers, eleven people on stage, incredible visual effects via a laser show, and some of the most amazing rock musicians ever to hit the stage. Echoes of Pompeii is a Des Plaines Theatre favorite! A true all-age rock ‘n roll experience with an amazing laser light show, paying tribute to Pink Floyd! ...
BOURBON ‘N BRASS – Tammi Savoy – Rockin’ Rhythm & Blues
International retro and vintage vocalist, winner of The Ameripolitan Awards “2019 Rockabilly Female Artist of the Year” Tammi Savoy will have you Rockin' - N - Rollin', dancing and swinging with her Mid Century Rockin' Rhythm & Blues show. Tammi's powerful, soulful vocals authentically takes you back in time to the sounds that shaped Rock and Roll with songs by LaVern Baker, Ruth Brown, Varetta Dillard, Priscilla Bowman, Esther Phillips and many more. The "Tammi Show" is Americana Roots "Feel Good" music. This vintage "Rhythm Queen" has been rockin' audiences nationwide and across the world. This is a night of great music that you do not want to miss! ...
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland is the must-see holiday event to usher in the magic of the season. Igniting joy and wonder, “Wonderland” is an all-new musical journey that will transport audiences to a magical land far away for a fun-filled, unforgettable holiday-themed show experience. Featuring the talented cast of Cirque Musica, spectators will be dazzled by the acrobats, aerialists, hilarious hijinks and holiday cheer. The show blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today’s greatest circus performers with a musical mix of timeless seasonal favorites. ...
December 2022
Leonid & Friends
Leonid & Friends…all the way FROM RUSSIA!!! If the hits of CHICAGO, one of the most popular bands in history, aren’t enough, add to it a bunch of additional songs you wouldn’t normally hear at a tribute show…PLUS an energy very few bands have! These guys are incredible! A sell out every time! ...
Leonid & Friends VIP Upgrade – Post Show Meet & Greet
This band Meet & Greet is a wonderful opportunity for fans to meet and interact with Leonid & Friends. Quantity is limited at each show. Shortly after the concert, attendees with a M&G wristband will be allowed to meet the band, have a group photo taken, and the opportunity to chat with band members and have merchandise or memorabilia signed.
CONCERT TICKET NOT INCLUDED WITH VIP UPGRADE. Must have concert ticket to purchase meet & greet. ...
Welcome Back My Friends: The Return on Emerson Lake & Palmer
Sole surviving member Carl Palmer, in association with the Estates of his bandmates Keith Emerson & Greg Lake, has announced the much anticipated WELCOME BACK MY FRIENDS- THE RETURN OF EMERSON LAKE & PALMER Tour. The tour will actually reunite ELP LIVE ON STAGE through modern technology.
After exploring the idea of a Hologram tour in detail, Palmer (with the Estates of Emerson and Lake) opted for what they felt was a more honest approach using live footage of Keith and Greg on massive video walls alongside Carl (and his band) playing LIVE on stage. The voice and instrumentation of Greg Lake and the unmistakable keyboard mastery of Keith Emerson will be mixed with Palmer’s onstage live drumming to magically reunite ELP once again. Paul McCartney's duet with John Lennon at the end of his recent Got Back tour is a good idea of what ELP fans can expect from this show. ...
Starship! featuring Mickey Thomas // Max Weinberg’s Jukebox
Mickey Thomas is the owner of the soaring voice that propelled STARSHIP through the decade of the 80’s. With his soulful and compelling vocals, Mickey has established himself as one of Rock Music’s most recognizable stars. Expect to hear hits from STARSHIP and Jefferson Starship at STARSHIP’s live performances, as well as a few selections from Jefferson Airplane as a nod to both band’s beginnings. Hear Starship hits "Jane," "No Way Out," "Find Your Way Back," "We Built This City", "Sara," "Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now," “It’s Not Over Til It’s Over,” and so many more hits will be on this set list!
A truly interactive experience, Weinberg invites the audience to create the set list, in real time, that he and his crack four-piece group will play that night. Performing songs from the glory days of rock and roll your guests get to choose from a video menu of over 200 songs — everything from the Beatles to the Stones to Bruce and The E Street Band’s biggest hits — and hear the group play‘em the way they want to hear them played! That’s right—the crowd gets to yell out their choices and Max plays them! This unique approach is fun and satisfying. How many times have you attended a show where you yearned to hear your favorite performer play your favorite song? With Max Weinberg’s Jukebox your dream will be realized. ...
Glenn Miller Orchestra with Buddy Rich’s Big Band Machine
No other band defines the Big Band Swing Era of the 1940s than The Glenn Miller Orchestra! “Moonlight Serenade”, “String Of Pearls”, “In The Mood” and so many other fabulous songs make it a WWII salute and an All-American sing-a-long! To witness the incredible brass in this legendary orchestra is awe-inspiring! AND THE DANCE FLOOR IS OPEN! ...
John Lennon – Imagine All The People Living Life In Peace
SoundTracks Of A Generation is proud to present a one night only experience—the songs and the life of John Lennon in a chronological soundscape.
Jay Goeppner, arguably one of the best Lennonesque singers on the planet, assumes the role of John himself. Jay has just returned from a 15th trip to perform at the famed Cavern Club in Liverpool, England, where his voice & performance are highlights of the Beatles festival each & every year.
This 100-minute retrospective begins in 1966, when the Beatles made the momentous decision to stop touring & concentrate solely on music composed in the studio. That was when the seeds to Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band were sown. Songs culled from that album as well as Rubber Soul, Revolver, The White Album, Abbey Road and the rooftop concert for Let It Be as the Beatles’ final performance will be faithfully reproduced.
The second half of the show will deal with John Lennon’s solo career from The Plastic Ono Band, to his signature album Imagine, to Sometime In New York City, Mind Games, Walls & Bridges and Rock & Roll. The show concludes with selections from John & Yoko’s final recording, Double Fantasy, released just prior to his death on December 8, 1980, forty-two years to the day before this show at The Des Plaines Theatre.
Jay Goeppner and his crack SoundTracks band will intertwine these songs with multimedia images to create the monumental musical & emotional impact that John Lennon brought to the world. This show is a creation borne out of love. ...
Classic Rock Nite with ARRA
ARRA is one of the best and largest drawing classic rock cover bands in the Chicagoland area and has been for the past three decades. The band was also voted BEST CLASSIC ROCK BAND for five straight years in the Nitelife Best of the Burbs Contest!
By performing the biggest hits by the biggest bands of all time, with precision and excellence, it has been, and continues to be, the secret to their success. Their superior vocal harmonies and incredible musicianship have made them one of the most sought-after club and festival bands in the Chicago area market.
ARRA has performed with some of the biggest bands and performers in rock history, including Kansas, 38 Special, Survivor, Rare Earth, The Ides of March, Steppenwolf, Bad Company, and Styx, to name a few. Come out to one of their shows to see what the buzz is all about for yourself. You will see and hear first-hand that ARRA is an authentic classic rock experience that's second to none! ...
Bourbon ‘N Brass Speakeasy – Magic & Mischief with Keith Cobb
Magician Keith Cobb has been performing professionally since 1991 in the Chicago area. He is President of the Knights of Sleights Magic Fraternity and is also a juggler, balloon artist and actor.
You may have seen him on NBC’s Chicago Fire & Chicago PD or on the Amazon Prime Series Utopia. As his gambler character The Grifter he has been on the web series The Haunted Salloon and The Grifter’s Game Room and has won an award for his performance at The Magic Castle in Hollywood.
Locally you may have caught his performances at Navy Pier, theme parks, doing pregame and halftime shows for the Chicago Bulls, at festivals or at The Club Arcada Speakeasy. ...
Classic Rock Experience
A classic Rock ‘N Roll Show…performed note to note with album perfection…the way you remember!
Inspired by 70’s Arena Rock Legends Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Deep Purple, Boston, Styx and other over the top classic icons…The Classic Rock Experience combines ALL of those live theatrical aspects into an audio & visual production to present an epic 70’s rock concert recreation performing only the greatest classic rock musical anthems of the 70s! ...
The Ides of March Christmas Show
Since 1964 Chicago’s IDES OF MARCH has thrilled audiences with their mix of rocking guitars, brilliant brass, and heartfelt vocals. Powered by the unforgettable songs of Grammy-Winner Jim Peterik, their music has become an evergreen feature on radio stations everywhere, in movie soundtracks, and national advertising campaigns. Their live shows are legendary for their energy and sheer enjoyment.
Defying the odds, the four original members, Jim Peterik-Guitar, Larry Millas-Guitar, Bob Bergland-Bass, and Mike Borch-Drums have remained together, weaving their way through the shifts in popular music, and always rising to action in creating a show that remains at the peak of entertainment. The original members are joined by Scott May-Keyboards, Tim Bales- Trumpet, Henry Salgado-Trombone, and Steve Eisen-Saxophone.
That show has become a cornucopia of platinum hits, starting with the Ides’ own immortal “Vehicle”. Upon its release in April of 1970, the brass-driven tale of the “friendly stranger in the black sedan” became Warner Brother’s fastest selling single of all time, and to this very moment is played daily on radio stations throughout the world. It has become one of those rare chestnuts that no matter how many times you hear it, one never tires in its listening. In contrast to “Vehicle’s” power, lies the lush vocal harmonies of the Ides’ “L.A. Goodbye”, the centerpiece of the unplugged mini-set inside each Ides Of March concert. Their 1965 debut single “You Wouldn’t Listen” harkens back to the British invasion of the time. It is astounding to hear the band so nimbly returning to its roots, summoning the voices of their youth. Chicago’s very own “THE IDES OF MARCH”, for over 50 years, an irresistible favorite. GREAT GOD IN HEAVEN YOU KNOW THEY LOVE YOU! ...
Niles Metropolitan Chorus & Musica Lumina Orchestra Presents Handel’s Messiah
The Niles Metropolitan Chorus has been bringing great music to Chicago's northern suburbs for 10 years. Specializing in the art of the oratorio, these singers are dedicated to bringing to life great music of all periods and styles. Artistic Director Marek Rachelski conducts Handel’s MESSIAH from the harpsichord as he leads the Chorus, Musica Lumina Orchestra and professional soloists through the First Part (Advent/Christmas portion) with an added bonus of several more arias and choruses including the famous HALLELUJAH CHORUS. Bring out the family and begin a new holiday tradition!
Our Soloists for this evening are
Desiree Hassler, soprano
Stephanie Schoenhofer, alto
Justin Berkowitz, tenor
Aaron Wardell, bass
with concertmaster Dave Belden, violin
NMC has accomplished milestones since its debut in 2013 including performing at Chicago’s Orchestra Hall in 2019, collaborating with the Chicago Bar Association Symphony Orchestra and Chorus and the DePaul Community Chorus. NMC has proudly showcased works of Beethoven, Bruckner, Gounod, Mendelssohn, Rutter, Saint-Saëns, the Requiems of Cherubini, Mozart, and Faure, Haydn's Creation, a yearly Handel's Messiah, and the Passions of St. John and St. Matthew of J.S. Bach. The Musica Lumina Orchestra offers a separate series of programs from chamber music to full orchestra sure to delight any audience. To discover more information please visit: www.nilesmetropolitanchorus.com.
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Ambrosia with John Ford Coley and special guest EZFM Yacht Rock
Ambrosia, the band known and loved by a multitude of fans since the 1970’s, is now more alive and compelling than ever. This 5-time Grammy Nominated ensemble is exploring new musical territory and bringing an exceptional musical performance to stages everywhere. Always exploring the possibilities of progressive, classical, and world influences – with tangled roots of soul, rhythm, and blues – Ambrosia is continuing to entertain their original fans while still engaging newer audiences.
Originally labeled as America’s answer to the progressive invasion of English acts Yes and King Crimson, the group quickly proved itself with a unique blend of aural landscapes. Their musical styles attracted the collaboration with cultural icons Leonard Bernstein, Kurt Vonnegut Jr., Alan Parsons, Bruce Hornsby, Michael McDonald, Edgar Winter, Dave Mason, Gary Wright, Al Stewart, and others. Ambrosia had toured extensively with Fleetwood Mac, Heart, and the Doobie Brothers.
Ambrosia’s top hits include “How Much I Feel,” “Biggest Part of Me,” "You're The Only Woman (You & I)," "Holdin' On To Yesterday," and so many more! ...
Top Of The World…A Carpenters Christmas
Top Of The World is The World’s Premiere Tribute to The Carpenters! Fronted by singer Debbie Taylor, her Karen Carpenter vocal resemblance is absolutely astonishing. She is backed by a seven piece band consisting of top-notch, professional industry musicians who have had amazing careers in their own right. The band members are all multi-instrumentalists and at times use 3 keyboards to recreate the incredibly complex arrangements created by Richard Carpenter. The attention to detail paired with saxophone, trumpet, flute and many more instruments complete every song to perfection!
This show does not use tracks or pick up musicians like other shows. This is an 8 piece band that travels and performs all shows together. Additionally, they have a multi-media slideshow.
Who can forget the incomparable music of the Carpenters? The popular brother/sister duo of the 70’s and early 80’s gave us some of the most unforgettable ballads and melodic pop songs of all time.
This Carpenters Tribute Band brings the most authentic versions of the Carpenters music to the stage. No doubt, you will be singing along as they perform hits like; “Close To You”, “We’ve Only Just Begun”, “Rainy Days And Mondays”, “Please Mr. Postman” and “Yesterday Once More”, to name a few. Debbie captures the warm tones and contralto range that made Karen’s voice so unique. Sit back and enjoy as Debbie and her band take you on a nostalgic journey through the Carpenters greatest hits while sharing some of the backstories behind the music. ...
Pizza with Santa
Join us for our FIRST Pizza with Santa in Des Pizza, located inside the Des Plaines Theatre!
NOON and 1:00PM
$17.50 (ages 3 and up)
A visit with Santa - photos encouraged
All you can eat pizza
Soda
Popcorn
* There are 2 sessions - You are viewing the session that begins at noon. ...
Pizza with Santa – 1pm to 2pm
Join us for our FIRST Pizza with Santa in Des Pizza, located inside the Des Plaines Theatre! to
1:00PM to 2:00PM
$17.50 (ages 3 and up)
A visit with Santa - photos encouraged
All you can eat Pizza
Soda
Popcorn
* There are 2 sessions - You are viewing the session that begins at 1:00PM ...
Trans Infinity Orchestra…The Trans Siberian Holiday Show salute Starring INFINITY
A tribute to Trans Siberian Orchestra and Classic Rock Holiday Experience. A visual and audio experience second to none. A 10 piece orchestra with a choir to back that up. Lights, Lasers, Snow, and much more. A show for the entire family, which has turned into a holiday tradition for all. ...
Comedian Mike Marino
Mike Marino – affectionately known to millions of his fans worldwide as New Jersey’s Bad Boy – is one of the most loved comedians of our time. He has performed in every major comedy club, theatre, casino and event center from New York to Los Angeles and around the world. Mike has also shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the business.
Mike has appeared in over 200 national television commercials, including many endorsements and has received a Best Actor Clio Award Nomination. He has acted in many Prime Time soaps and television shows including: As the World Turns, One Life to Live, Becker, Nikki, Frasier and Party of Five. His film credits include Crooks, Pizza with Bullets, Hangin’ in Hedo and Steven King’s Lucky Quarter and Criticized. ...
$6 Classic Film – It’s A Wonderful Life
$6 ADULT TICKETS // KIDS 12 & UNDER FREE! PAY AT THE DOOR
George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all - and it's Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence - who then shows George what his town would have looked like if it hadn't been for all his good deeds over the years.
DOORS OPEN AT 5:30PM ...
Ronnie B Elvis Christmas Spectacular with Jeff Rutter of The Cryan’ Shames and his Scramble Band
Ronnie B. Elvis - Tribute Artist of the Year, Josie Music Awards 2020 & 2021 winner and 2022 nominee, singing your Elvis hits and holiday favorites! This is one holiday show you won't want to miss! Tickets are just $15!
Listen to the incredible lineup that will be backing up Ronnie B Elvis...Jeff Rutter's "Scramble Band" made up of members of The Cryan Shames, The Buckinghams, a member of The Chicago Experience and Mike Bruccoleri of Good Clean Fun. Back up singers include Debra Banckaert and Traci Bruccoleri of Good Clean Fun! ...
It’s A Motown Christmas featuring Salutes to Martha Reeves & The Vandellas, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The 4 Tops, and The Supremes
It's a Salute to the Music & Magic of Motown featuring Martha Reeves & The Vandellas, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The 4 Tops, and The Supremes. ...
BOURBON ‘N BRASS – New Year’s Eve Afternoon Party
We'll be celebrating 2023 at our afternoon party in our Bourbon 'N Brass Speakeasy, located on the 2nd floor of the Des Plaines Theatre.
1:00-1:30 Cocktails and passed Mini Meatballs
1:30-2:30 Appetizer Buffet: Shrimp Cocktail, Mini Crab Cakes, Prime Rib Sliders, and a large Charcuterie Board with imported Meats, Cheeses, Tortellini Salad, Caprese Skewers, Raw Veggies, Bread, and Crackers
2:30-3:30 Dessert Buffet - Cookies, Cannoli, and Cake
3:30 - Happy New Year! Champagne Toast & Party Favors
2:30-4:30 Live Entertainment
THE DANCE FLOOR WILL BE OPEN!
Open Bar - 1:00-4:30 - Beer, Wine, and Call Level Cocktails ...
I Am King - The Michael Jackson Experience with Chicago's Own Piano Man Band
LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS!!! I AM KING – The Michael Jackson Experience is as close as you will get to seeing the King of Pop live in concert! Featuring Michael Jackson tribute artists who can sing LIVE while mastering the intense dancing that Jackson was so famous for, I AM KING takes the audience on a musical and visual journey into the world of the KING OF POP. The creators of I AM KING have put together an incredible cast of talented musicians and Broadway and Las Vegas dancers to bring Jackson to life in an explosion of unmatched energetic perfection. I AM KING features amazing renditions of Jackson’s biggest hits including “Bad”,”Billie Jean”, “Thriller”, “Man in the Mirror”, “Human Nature” and many more.
RING IN 2023… or should we say ROCK IN the new year with CHICAGO’S OWN PIANO MAN BAND with all of the hits from Billy Joel and Elton John! ...
January 2023
Jimmy Page Birthday Bash featuring Kashmir
An excellent way to celebrate Jimmy Page’s birthday and pay tribute to one of the greatest to grace the stage!
One of our favorites, KASHMIR, incredibly re-creates a true 1970s Led Zeppelin experience with special effects, vintage equipment and costumes. And musically, one of the most fabulous performances you will witness! ...
Pino Farina Band
Adult-alternative rockers, Pino Farina Band, are known for their showmanship, high-energy performances as well as tender, intimate songs. Lead singer and lyricist Pino Farina’s powerhouse voice is his true instrument and is often compared to that of late indie-artist Jeff Buckley’s. His five-octave voice range envelops one’s heart as he and the band take listeners through trials, tribulations, and redemption in their songs.
The Pino Farina Band has performed in raucous music halls, at intimate listening rooms, on festival stages, and even inside a barn. This journey has also led them back to the studio to record songs for their upcoming release entitled, Daisies. Their latest EP is not a sweet flower of an album, but a “pushing up daisies” collection of songs dealing with self-doubt, relationship struggles, rock bottoms and situations where life turns on a dime. But never does Pino Farina Band leave you mired there. The songs and the band’s optimism inherent in their music reassures that redemption and renewal are on the way. ...
Jazz Is Dead – The Music of Grateful Dead
Jazz is Dead – The acclaimed All-Star instrumental ensemble, famous for interpretations of classic Grateful Dead songs with jazz influences, returns in 2023 to celebrate its 25th Anniversary. Co-founder Alphonso Johnson will be joined by Steve Kimock, Pete Lavezzoli & Bobby Lee Rodgers, performing Grateful Dead’s ‘Wake of The Flood’ marking it’s 50th Anniversary, in addition to other beloved selections. Jazz Is Dead XXV ‘reunites’ two greats! Steve Kimock & Alphonso Johnson, who together in heavyweight post-Garcia Grateful Dead offshoot The Other Ones together with Bob Weir, commanded the instrumental prowess of that band. ...
Evil Woman – America’s Premier Tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra (ELO)
EVIL WOMAN is widely recognized as America's Premier Tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) due to their brilliant arrangements, flawless musicianship & superlative vocals.
ELO's fusion of Beatlesque-pop with classical arrangements rocketed the group to massive commercial success in the 1970s and 80s, generating numerous instantly-recognizable chart-topping hits and album sales in excess of 50,000,000.
"Evil Woman", "Turn To Stone", "Don't Bring Me Down", and MORE! ...
February 2023
One Night In Memphis – Tributes to Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Johnny Cash
There’s a whole lot of shakin’ going on!
Get ready for a night of rockabilly, country, gospel and pure 1950's rock and roll with “One Night in Memphis” - a high energy concert that takes you back to December 4, 1956, the night when four of the biggest names in early rock and roll -- Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash – gathered together for an impromptu jam session at the legendary Sun Studios in Memphis. ...
Always Olivia – A Tribute to Olivia Newton John featuring Annie Aiello
Always Olivia is a Chicago based tribute band to Olivia Newton-John; one of the most celebrated and beloved pop culture icons of all time. In a career spanning more than five decades, Olivia Newton-John has sold over 100 million records worldwide. Newton-John’s honey voice and sweet personality assured her success in a variety of genres, including pop, country, and adult contemporary. By the late 1970s, Olivia established herself as the most prominent vocalist in America, garnering four Grammy’s, 10 American Music Awards and nine Billboard Awards. ...
Sheena Easton & Taylor Dane
Taylor Dayne is an American pop icon. With a career spanning three decades, Taylor’s
groundbreaking debut single “Tell It To My Heart” turned her into an overnight international star
in 1987. She followed the smash hit with seventeen Top 20 singles over the course of her
three-decade career, including Number Ones “Love Will Lead You Back” “Prove Your Love” and
“I’ll always Love You.” Taylor has sold over 75 million albums and singles worldwide, earned
three GRAMMY nominations, an American Music Award, multiple New York Music Awards,
received New York Music Hall of Fame honors and ranked as the Number 18 Female Dance
artist of all time by Rolling Stone magazine. She is one of the very few artists in musical history
to successfully crossover into almost every musical genre and chart with hit singles in Pop,
Dance, R&B, Adult contemporary and Rock.
Sheena Easton, whose career has spanned four decades, has sold over 20 million records worldwide. She has received two Grammys and was the first - and still only - artist to have top five records on five major Billboard charts. In addition to her recording success, SHEENA is a top concert attraction around the world. Seen in venues not only nationally but internationally, SHEENA continues to perform her hits and fan favorites. She is most at home working with her band but has expanded her love of the concert stage as a guest vocalist in various programs with symphonies across the nation. This allows her to blend her romance with various styles of music - American standards, pop and Broadway. ...
America
Founding members, Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell met in high school in London in the late 1960s and quickly harmonized their way to the top of the charts on the strength of their signature song "A Horse With No Name." Fifty plus years later, these friends are still making music together, touring the world and thrilling audiences with their timeless sound.
America's journey has found them exploring a wide variety of musical terrain. Their best-known tunes, which also include "I Need You," "Ventura Highway," "Don't Cross The River," "Tin Man," "Lonely People," and "Sister Golden Hair" were cornerstones of 1970's Top 40 and FM rock radio. Yet beyond their impressive catalog of hits, listeners would discover there was always much more to America than surface perceptions. The combination of Gerry Beckley's melodic porgy of his hometown’s rich musical heritage. Combining the melodic pop-rock sensibilities of Cheap Trick and a will to evolve worthy of Wilco, "Freedom" also doffs its cap to Fuller’s love of classic English bands such as The Hollies and the Rubber Soul and Revolver-era Beatles.p rock and Dewey Bunnell's use of folk-jazz elements, slinky Latin-leaning rhythms and impressionistic lyric imagery contrasted well with Dan Peek's more traditional country-rock leanings and highly personal lyrics. ...
Eric Gales
Eric Gales is a blues firebrand. Over 30 years and 18 albums, his passion for the music and his boundless desire to keep it vital has never waned, even when his own light dimmed due to his substance struggles. Throughout it all, he continued to reinvigorate the art form with personal revelation in his lyrics and bold stylistic twists in his guitar playing and songwriting.
Five years sober, creatively rejuvenated, and sagely insightful, Eric is ready for the fight of his career. Aptly, he calls his masterful new album, out January 2022 on Provogue/Mascot label Group, Crown. Here, Eric opens like never before, sharing his struggles with substance abuse, his hopes about a new era of sobriety and unbridled creativity, and his personal reflections on racism. The songs are delivered with clarity and feature Eric's personal experiences and hope for positive change. In addition, the 16-track collection boasts his finest singing, songwriting, and his signature guitar playing that burns throughout. Produced by Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith, this is Eric at his most boldly vulnerable, uncompromisingly political, and unflinchingly confident. ...
March 2023
Lisa Loeb
Many of us recognize her from the platinum-selling Number 1 hit song “Stay (I Missed You)” from the film Reality Bites. Since then, she has enjoyed a successful career in music, film, television, voice-over work and children’s recordings. In addition to raising two children in LA, she stays busy working on her growing eyewear line, her music for grown-ups as well as books and CD’s for kids and families. Her most recent collection of songs is called “A Simple Trick To Happiness”. The Des Plaines Theatre is proud to bring you Grammy® winner singer/songwriter Lisa Loeb! ...
Eric Johnson’s Treasure Tour
Eric Johnson has been traveling on a prolific odyssey over the course of more than four decades. Along the way, his creations have encompassed repertoire that cross pollinate genres which include rock, blues, jazz, fusion, soul, folk, new-age, classical and even country. Inevitably E.J. says it best himself in sharing. “It really boils down to the music and the song at the end of the day,” he explains. “If it doesn’t have that it gets boring for me. The most important thing for me is to grow musically and make a more expansive and meaningful artistic statement with every new project.” ...
Dokken // Lynch Mob
If having DOKKEN, one of the hardest rocking metal bands on our stage isn't enough, how about adding George Lynch to the bill? WHAT A RARE AND INCREDIBLE NIGHT! ...
“I Am He Said” – A Celebration of Neil Diamond
"We are saying what HE said,” laughs Matt Vee referring to the one and only Neil Diamond. Matt along with cousins Jeff and Tommy Vee, local music scene veterans and sons of the legendary Bobby Vee, join forces with their family and friends as The Killer Vees to celebrate the music from a timeless catalog. With songs like "Cracklin' Rosie," "Song Sung Blue," and "Sweet Caroline,” Neil Diamond sold over 100 million records worldwide with music that became the soundtrack to one generation after another with hits spanning five decades. As a Tin Pan Alley song writer in the mid 60s, he penned songs recorded by everyone from Elvis Presley to Deep Purple and, of course, the Monkee’s classic, “I’m A Believer.” ...
TUSK – A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Tusk, The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute, is the #1 Tribute to Fleetwood Mac in the world, bar none. No wigs, no backing tracks, no gimmicks, just five musicians recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac to perfection including all your favorites like "Go Your Own Way," "Don't Stop," " Rhiannon," and so many more!
The five seasoned, well-respected musicians comprising TUSK have been making music together in various combinations and styles, in original outfits and in cover bands, for over twenty-five years. It seemed only fitting that they should come together to form the Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute, and pay homage to a group that dominated the charts during the band members' formative years. Fronted by solo artists Kathy Phillips (vocals) and Scott McDonald (guitar, vocals), and supported by veteran musicians Kim Williams (keys, vocals), Randy Artiglere (bass) and Tom Nelson (drums), TUSK takes its audience members on a sweet ride down memory lane. ...
April 2023
Asleep At The Wheel
All on stage together, all night long. These 3 artists will take you through ALL forms of Country and Western music playing their hits as well as special songs from the past for a non-stop evening of fun. Asleep At The Wheel has been part of the American roots music landscape for more than 50 years. Although the band got its start on a farm in Paw Paw, West Virginia, Asleep At The Wheel became a cornerstone of the Austin, Texas scene upon its arrival in 1973. Inspired by western swing and honky-tonk country, the band has accrued 10 Grammy Awards. Ray Benson carries the band back onto the road, where they’ve remained a staple for five decades. ...
May 2023
VIP Sound Check and Meet & Greet – Air Supply – The Lost In Love Experience
Package Includes:
Photo Meet & Greet with Air Supply
Attend Sound Check
Collectible VIP Laminate
CONCERT TICKET NOT INCLUDED WITH VIP UPGRADE. Must have concert ticket to purchase meet & greet. ...
Air Supply – The Lost In Love Experience
Air Supply are an Australian soft rock duo, consisting of English-born co-lead vocalist and guitarist Graham Russell and co-lead vocalist Russell Hitchcock. They had a succession of hits worldwide including "Lost In Love," "All Out Of Love," "Every Woman In The World," "The One That You Love," "Here I Am," "Sweet Dreams," "Even the Nights Are Better," and "Making Love Out of Nothing at All". The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) inducted Air Supply into their Hall of Fame on 1 December 2013. ...
The Phil Collins Experience
Since 2018, The Phil Collins Experience has been wowing audiences at festivals, theaters, and private events nationwide. Immerse yourself in the world of Phil Collins and Genesis with their greatest hits like Sussudio, In the Air Tonight, That's All, Invisible Touch, Abacab, and many more!
Our British-born and raised frontman will make you forget that he's not Phil! Terry Adams Jr brings the look, the sound, the emotion, and the energy - the true feel of Phil Collins! Backed by his world-class 12-piece band complete with sensational brass section and backup singers. Terry Adams Jr is a world-class drummer that plays the drums left-handed just like Phil himself for the true experience. This show is not to be missed! ...
YES Epics & Classics performed by Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks
Legendary YES vocalist/songwriter Jon Anderson will be touring with The Band Geeks Spring 2023! The ensemble will be performing classic YES tracks including “And You and I,” “Starship Trooper,” “Heart of the Sunrise” and epic works like “Close To The Edge,” “The Gates of Delirium,” “Awaken” and others!
Jon Anderson is undoubtedly one of the most recognizable voices in music as the lead vocalist and creative force behind YES. Anderson was the author and a major creative influence behind the ground-breaking album “Fragile” as well as the series of epic, complex pieces such as “Awaken,” “Gates of Delirium” and especially “Close to the Edge” which were central to the band's success. Additionally, Anderson co-authored the group's biggest hits, including “I've Seen All Good People,” “Roundabout” and “Owner Of A Lonely Heart.” After 50 years of success in the music business, Jon has worked with many variations of YES, as well as collaborations with Vangelis, Kitaro, Roine Stolt and Jean-Luc Ponty. He has released several critically acclaimed solo albums including “Olias of Sunhillow,” “Song of Seven,” “Animation,” “Three Ships,” “Toltec” and “Survival and Other Stories” and most recently “1000 Hands” to name just a few.
The Band Geeks began as the house band for the Band Geek podcast, an internet show created by Richie Castellano (Blue Öyster Cult). The band gained popularity on YouTube with their incredibly detailed recreations of music by artists like Queen, Toto, Black Sabbath and Yes, which have earned the Band Geeks over 30 million views. ...
Musical Box: The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway
The greatest rock opera ever created, The Lamb lies down on Broadway, the last collaborative effort between legendary Peter Gabriel and Genesis, is to be revived one last time… The end of an era.
The Musical Box, the only group in the world granted a licence from Peter Gabriel and Genesis, will recreate in its entirety the original 1974-75 performance in painstaking details, right down to the original slide show. One final chance to witness this unique live experience. ...
The Gilmour Project – PInk Floyd’s “The Dark Side Of The Moon”
The Gilmour Project returns in 2023 celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s 1973 ‘The Dark Side of The Moon’. There are Pink Floyd tribute bands … and then there is The Gilmour Project. The 5-piece, All-Star ensemble, quickly gained a reputation for flipping the ‘Tribute Band’ script on its head, with exploratory performances of iconic and deep cut Pink Floyd classics, David Gilmour-centric and solo compositions, and pulling other surprise classic rock masterpieces out of their hats. Their version of (David Gilmour ‘discovery’) Kate Bush’s ‘Running Up That Hill’ appeared nightly in their sets, weeks ahead of its ‘Stranger Things’ buoyed resurgence to the top of the charts and worldwide press … making the band appear spookily prescient. Not satisfied with laurel resting, they immediately began adding geographic / historically prerogative selections … Grateful Dead’s ‘Dark Star’ in San Francisco … Patti Smith’s (Van Morrison’s actually) ‘Gloria’ in Detroit … The Band’s ‘The Weight’ in Ontario … The Allman Bros. ‘Jessica’ in Atlanta … Tom Petty’s ‘Breakdown’ in Florida … Santana’s (Peter Green composition) ‘Black Magic Woman’ in Mexico City.
The Gilmour Project is
Jeff Pevar (lead guitar with CSN, David Crosby/CPR, Joe Cocker, Ray Charles, Bette Midler, Blue Floyd, Phil Lesh & Friends, Ricki Lee Jones, Marc Cohn),
Kasim Sulton (bass & vocals with Todd Rundgren’s Utopia, Meatloaf, Blue Oyster Cult, Hall & Oates, Cheap Trick & Joan Jett),
Prairie Prince (co-founder of The Tubes, original drummer with Journey, drums with Todd Rundgren, Blue Floyd, Jefferson Starship, Phil Lesh & Friends, XTC, George Harrison, Chris Isaak, Dick Dale),
Mark Karan (guitar & vocals with Bob Weir, RatDog, The Other Ones, The Airplane Family, Live Dead ’69, Tom Constanten
Scott Guberman keyboard & vocals with Phil Lesh & Friends, Live Dead ’69, Keystone Revisited, Englishtown Project ...
June 2023
Comedian Joe Avati - When I Was Your Age
Internationally renowned for his inimitable style Avati, who is Australian born with an Italian heritage, is a master of treading the very fine line saying what everyone seems to think but no one dares to say whilst not resorting to the use of profanities or vulgar shock tactic routines in doing so. In his latest offering WHEN I WAS YOUR AGE… he tackles the 'then versus now' generational differences of today's kids, the complexities of modern-day parenting compared to the strict upbringing of yesteryear and threaded throughout all of this he tackles the minefield of cancel culture, the woke brigade and why people are over political correctness. His observations are not only deadly accurate but extremely relatable to all ages.
This is a show for all the family. Bring your parents to highlight how much they have changed since they were your age, bring your friends to laugh and reminisce about growing up as teenagers when you were that age and most importantly bring your kids so that they know what you went through “when I was your age…” ...
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