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Four Horsemen – Metallica Tribute

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Dedication to excellence is what separates U.S. metal heroes THE FOUR HORSEMEN from the ocean of ‘tribute’ bands. The only album-quality Metallica tribute band on the planet, they deliver the unforgettable, note-for-note perfect experience that is guaranteed to surpass even the wildest dreams of Metallica aficionados. The speed, the precision, the signature riffs, and the...

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Wishbone Ash – Entire “Argus” Live & Other Hits

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

For this special concert, Wishbone Ash will perform their landmark album, “Argus” (1972), in its entirety. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the release of “Argus,” the band’s third album. “Argus” is interwoven with medieval and spiritual imagery, featuring such classics as “The King Will Come,” “Throw Down the Sword” and “Blowin’ Free” –...

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That Arena Rock – Rock of the 70s & 80s

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

That Arena Rock Show is the ultimate high energy tribute to “Classic” Rock N’ Roll. Performing legendary rock anthems that ruled the airwaves in the 70s and 80s. Including artists like: Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, Guns N Roses to name a few. This show will take you on a trip back in time,...

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Buckcherry with Special Guests Blacktop Mojo and Sumo Cyco

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Ask Josh Todd about the inspiration behind Warpaint, Buckcherry’s eighth studio album–and indeed, the frontman’s goal in making music–and he’s got a ready response: “I want to connect with people, host the party, and give people a night they’re never going to forget,” Todd says. As he sings in Warpaint’s title track, “I wanna have...

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Dokken // Jack Russell’s Great White

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

If having DOKKEN, one of the hardest rocking metal bands on our stage isn’t enough, how about adding Jack Russell’s Great White to the bill??  It’ll be glam metal at its FINEST!  “Alone Again”, “Dream Warriors”, “In My Dreams”, “Once Bitten Twice Shy”, “Rock Me”, and so much more!  You don’t want to miss this...

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Tesla

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Thanks to their die-hard, loyal fan base and their younger generation offspring, TESLA continues to tour to sold-out crowds around the world. Celebrating 30+ years of Rock ‘n’ Roll gives their audience a musical journey that keeps the loyal fans coming back and has newcomers realizing, “Wow, I didn’t know they did that song!” “Modern...

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POSTPONED – Vanilla Fudge with Original Members

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Heavy starts with Vanilla Fudge. There was nothing, even in 1967, like the 10-ton shock of this Long Island quartet’s cover of the Supreme’s You Keep Me Hanging On, with the lava-flow sustain of Mark Stein’s Hammond organ and Carmine Appice’s rapid-cannon-fire drum fills. Beginning in 1967, Vanilla Fudge rocked the world with a new...

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Robby Krieger of The Doors

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Robby Krieger, guitarist, singer-songwriter, and member of The Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame, is best known as the guitarist of The Doors.  Krieger co-wrote many of the Doors’ songs, including the hits “Light My Fire”, “Love Me Two Times”, Touch Me”, and “Love Her Madly” After The Doors dis-banded, Krieger continued his performing and...

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Ted Nugent with Special Guest The Outfit

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

The “Motor City Madman” makes his debut at the Des Plaines Theatre for a night of All American Rock!  The show is all about the music with five decades of multi-platinum hits!  Classics including “Stranglehold” (ranked in the Top 100 Classic Rock Songs and #1 Guitar Lick), “Cat Scratch Fever,” (32nd Best Hard Rock Song of All Time) Damn Yankees...

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POSTPONED: Scott Stapp – The Voice of Creed, Rescheduled for 10/14/22

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

NOW ON 10/14/22:  SCOTT STAPP is a Grammy award-winning songwriter, solo artist, and lead vocalist of the rock band Creed. Stapp has sold over 53 million records, been streamed over 1 billion times, and has eleven  #1 singles. He’s currently in the studio recording the follow-up album to The Space Between The Shadows (2019), which...

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Stephen Pearcy the Voice of Ratt, with special guests Quiet Riot & Autograph

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

As the founder, lead singer and songwriter of the metal rock band RATT, Stephen Pearcy is credited with having been a pioneer of the early 80’s Sunset Strip rock scene. Having led his creation to Mega Multi-Platinum Success Year after Year from 1984 to 1991. Capturing critical acclaim for his performances, style and uniquely salacious...

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Michael Schenker’s 50th Anniversary Tour with special guests Eric Martin “The Voice of Mr. Big” and Images of Eden

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Michael Schenker laid the foundations for one of hard rock’s most glorious solo careers of all times. And while nobody expected anything less from a former guitarist for Scorpions and UFO, it’s close to impossible mentioning everything Michael has built over the past 50 years, or the countless people he influenced or played with. This,...

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Scott Stapp – The Voice of Creed

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

SCOTT STAPP is a Grammy award-winning songwriter, solo artist, and lead vocalist of the rock band Creed. Stapp has sold over 53 million records, been streamed over 1 billion times, and has eleven  #1 singles. He’s currently in the studio recording the follow-up album to The Space Between The Shadows (2019), which debuted at the top of...

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Thunderstruck & The Four Horsemen – Tributes to AC/DC & Metallica

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Back by popular demand…THUNDERSTRUCK:  America’s AC/DC tribute brings their decades of combined musicianship to every stage they play, expertly recreating the AC/DC live concert experience, just the way fans remember it! Singing all of your AC/DC favorites including “Highway To Hell”, “Hells Bells”, “You Shook Me All Night Long” and “Back In Black”. Dedication to...

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Dokken // Lynch Mob

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

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!

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Santos Tequila Nite with Bad Motor Scooter – Tribute to Sammy Hagar with special guest Bad Reputation – All-Female Tribute to Joan Jett

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Bad Motor Scooter is the Midwest’s #1 Tribute to the music of Montrose, Van Halen and Sammy Hagar – with exciting live performances. Bad Motor Scooter recreates all the great Sammy Hagar Classics from Montrose to his solo career with other great hard rock hits.  “I Can’t Drive 55”, “Right Now”, “Rock Candy”, “Finish What...

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Tom Sandoval & The Most Extras

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Tom Sandoval & The Most Extras is the latest musical passion project of actor, model, and restaurateur, Tom Sandoval. For 10 seasons, Tom has starred on the hit Bravo reality series, Vanderpump Rules. There is nothing Tom does on a small scale, and this band is no different. Tom has gathered an eclectic group of...

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Black Sabbitch

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Black Sabbitch has been selling out shows and wowing even the most difficult to please Sabbath worshipers, gaining a rabid fan base and the respect of critics, fans, and musicians alike. Black Sabbitch were hand-picked by Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne to open the inaugural Ozzfiesta and by Dave Grohl to play Cal Jam with Foo...

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Live Loud 2023 – Cinderella’s Tom Keifer with special guests Winger and John Corabi

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Tom Keifer remains a resilient, relevant figure in the rock world through constant reimagination and renewal. His story begins as the singer-songwriter, guitarist and front man of hard rock heavyweights Cinderella. His signature voice and guitar, and bluesy, no-BS arena-shaking songwriting, were integral in moving 15 million records worldwide. The band will be celebrating many...

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Thunderstruck – Tribute to AC/DC

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Back by popular demand…THUNDERSTRUCK:  America’s AC/DC tribute brings their decades of combined musicianship to every stage they play, expertly recreating the AC/DC live concert experience, just the way fans remember it! Singing all of your AC/DC favorites including “Highway To Hell”, “Hells Bells”, “You Shook Me All Night Long” and “Back In Black”.

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Tab Benoit with Special Guest JD Simo

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

One of the most impressive guitarists to emerge from the rich Bayous of Southern Louisiana in recent years, Tab Benoit’s guitar tone can be recognized before his Otis-Redding-ish voice resonates from the speakers. He doesn’t rely on any effects and his set up is simple. It consists of a guitar, cord, and Category 5 Amplifier....

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Firehouse // Steelheart

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Firehouse is taking the stage to give you a long dose of metal.  Get pumped for a night of wild rock n roll that will leave your ears ringing for days to come. You’ll hear all of your favorites like, “Don’t Treat Me Bad”, ”Love of a Lifetime”, “All She Wrote”, “When I Look Into...

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MEET LOAF, TRIBUTE TO MEAT LOAF & FLEATWOOD MAC, TRIBUTE TO FLEETWOOD MAC

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Bat Out Of Hell is the 1977 debut album written and composed by Jim Steinman and performed by Michael Lee Aday A.K.A. Meat Loaf. It is one of the best-selling albums of all time, selling 43 million copies worldwide and 14 times platinum. Considering himself an actor before a singer, Meat Loaf was pictured in...

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KK’S PRIEST / ACCEPT

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Heavy metal fans, prepare for the most electrifying tour of the year! Heavy metal frontrunners KK’S PRIEST – featuring Judas Priest alum and GRAMMY Award winning/nominated musicians K.K. Downing (guitar) and Tim “Ripper” Owens (vocals) – and Teutonic metal originators ACCEPT will join forces this fall 2024 for an unmissable North American tour! KK’s PRIEST’s...

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VIP UPGRADE PACKAGE: FEMMES OF ROCK

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

DOES NOT INCLUDE ADMISSION TO CONCERT. MUST HAVE CONCERT TICKET TO ATTEND MEET & GREET

Femmes of Rock VIP UPGRADE includes: 

-Early access to the Femmes and band pre-doors
-A special customized and autographed gift from the Femmes to you
-Photo with the Femmes and band
-An opportunity to chat and ask questions
-First dibs on other merchandise

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FEMMES OF ROCK

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Femmes of Rock are coming to the Des Plaines Theatre! They sing, they string. Performing the music of Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Queen, Rush, Van Halen, and more with our unique twist of electric strings and vocals like you've never heard before!

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MR. SPEED – THE WORLD’S BEST KISS TRIBUTE

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

With nearly 30 years of experience under their spandex MR. SPEED continues to forge ahead writing their own chapter in KISStory. Their passion for KISS is real. This show combines a lot of the elements that are reminiscent of an original KISS performance. Their passion for KISS is real. It’s an awesome experience when parents...

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KASHMIR : LED ZEPPELIN LEGACY

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

KASHMIR is a very entertaining show bringing only the best of LED ZEPPELIN to their fans. KASHMIR seeks to re-create the experience of a 70’s Zeppelin show utilizing authentic vintage stage gear, costumes, and special effects, with great attention to detail in a non pretentious way. Most importantly, KASHMIR does not take liberties on improving...

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THE VAMPIRE CIRCUS

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

Heralded as a mix of circus cabaret and theatre, The Vampire Circus is a mysterious, tantalizing, fun, dark, cutting-edge production guaranteed to amaze the senses. The Vampire Circus has been called a mix of circus cabaret and theater and is the result of a fusion of Tim Burton and Cirque Du Soleil. Enjoy a phenomenal...

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WARRANT WITH SPECIAL GUEST HOODLUM JOHNNY (RECORD RELEASE CELEBRATION)

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

With a pair of double-platinum albums and three Top Ten singles, Warrant was one of the most popular pop-metal bands of the late ’80s. They continue to amaze crowds, and honor the legacy of Jani Lane, with their hits including “Heaven,” “Down Boys,” “Cherry Pie,” “I Saw Red”, and so many more. Always a crowd...

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THUNDERSTRUCK – AC/DC CHRISTMAS SHOW WITH SPECIAL GUEST SABBATH – TRIBUTE TO BLACK SABBATH

Des Plaines Theatre 1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, United States

This show is so amazing, we are bringing back BOTH bands back because the crowd left the theatre just shaking their heads!  “THUNDERSTRUCK”, returns for another incredible night of all AC/DC hits including “Highway To Hell”, “Hells Bells”, “You Shook Me All Night Long” and “Back In Black”. Joining them will be SABBATH, the premier Black Sabbath tribute group that brings OZZY and the boys to life with hits like “War Pigs”, ” Paranoid”, “Iron man”, ” Sweat Leaf”, and more on The Des Plaines stage!!

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