Rock ‘n’ Roll pioneers, Roy Orbison and Buddy Holly on tour together for the first time. The Rock ‘N’ Roll Dreams Tour will feature remastered audio from both legends alongside a live band and back up singers coming together in one mesmerizing night of performances.
The Windy City ETA Competition launched in 2012. Always a sell out at the Arcada, and now making its debut at the Des Plaines Theatre. The event is hosted annually by Joe Tirrito. If you’re an Elvis fan, you CANNOT miss this show! See the top Elvis Tribute performers compete for the title!
Tony Orlando is one of America’s most endearing and enduring iconic stars. Few entertainers have excelled in so many realms as Tony has: a top selling recording artist, songwriter, concert headliner, network television star, Motion Picture actor, Broadway performer and author. A 2016 review says it best, “The truth is: Tony Orlando is more than...
Peabo Bryson is still belting out soulful ballads such as the Disney classic “Whole New World”, “Tonight I Celebrate My Love”, “Beauty & The Beast”, “If Ever You’re In My Arms Again” among other hits. He’s the consummate performer. He is a two-time Grammy Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner. He has earned five gold albums,...
With a string of #1 classics, including the most played song in radio history, You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame duo of Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield topped the charts in four decades. After Bobby’s death in 2003, Bill Medley continued to perform to sold-out crowds around the world,...
He was a part of the original “British Invasion” as lead singer of the legendary Sixties pop band Herman’s Hermits. He’ll make his debut on the Des Plaines Theatre stage with his fun, comedic show and classic hits including: “I’m Into Something Good” “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got A Lovely Daughter”, “I’m Henry VIII, I Am”, “There’s...
Al Jardine is a founding member of The Beach Boys. He still tours worldwide alongside original Beach Boys front-man and long-time song-writer Brian Wilson. Carnie and Wendy are Brian’s daughters. The ladies are founding and current members of Wilson Phillips. The group has earned five Grammy Award nominations, two platinum albums, five Billboard #1 singles,...
The Spinners are Rock n Roll Hall of Fame inductees, American Music Award winners, and six-time Grammy Award nominees. The group has earned five (5) gold albums, eight (8) gold singles, thirty-four (34) Billboard top 40 singles, and nine (9) Billboard #1 singles. The Spinners hits include “I’ll Be Around”, “Could It Be I’m Falling...
A special concert honoring the 45th Anniversary of the passing of the King of Rock N Roll! Shawn Klush and Cody Ray Slaughter were named Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artists by Elvis Presley Enterprises. Both were featured musical acts on the Late Show with David Letterman. See why the blockbuster Warner Brothers movie ELVIS has the world crazy...
Voted one of the “Top 4 Shows In The WORLD” by TripAdvisor! Legend. Icon. American Patriot. World renowned, record-setting performer. The Midnight Idol. Mr. Entertainment. No other name or person is so defining, representative or synonymous with Las Vegas and the entertainment capital of the world than Mr. Las Vegas himself…Wayne Newton. Recognized and revered...
Peabo Bryson is still belting out soulful ballads such as the Disney classic “Whole New World”, “Tonight I Celebrate My Love”, “Beauty & The Beast”, “If Ever You’re In My Arms Again” among other hits. He’s the consummate performer. He is a two-time Grammy Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner. He has earned five gold albums,...
Tony Orlando is one of America’s most endearing and enduring iconic stars. 2019 finds Tony bringing his exhilarating energy, warmth and humor to a tour of live concert shows across the nation as he celebrates over five decades as a beloved entertainer. Grammy Nominee Tony Orlando has sold millions of records, including five number one...
Micky Dolenz IS the voice of The Monkees. The unmistakable performer that moved a generation and led this pop culture phenomena to a dozen Top 20 singles, four #1 albums and two Emmy Awards. Having entertained audiences his entire life, Micky brings a one-of-a-kind presence to the stage, drawing on his background in television, film...
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...
BREAKING NEWS!!!! Jonny Lyons & The Pride to perform at the Des Plaines Theatre on 12/22 for a FREE Rockin’ Xmas show! Tickets will be distributed at the door. This in one show you do not want to miss! Jonny Lyons is a musician, and leader, tribute artist, and singer songwriter. Jonathan writes his own...
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...
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...
“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. ...
This guy is AMAZING! His show is an historic throwback to the origin of Rock and Roll with EVERY song being a classic!! Then, the place goes up for grabs when he performs one of the most iconic songs AND dances in history! 2020 marked the 60th Anniversary of the release of “The Twist” Chubby...
Ronnie B. Elvis – Tribute Artist of the Year, Josie Music Awards 2020 & 2021 winner and 2022 nominee, singing your Elvis favorites! 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...
The Sixties Show is The Greatest 1960’s Musical Re-Creation Show on Earth. The band features former band members of The Who, Bob Dylan, and NBC TV’s Saturday Night Live band. In addition to the concert experience, the show is a multi-media, high energy, full-scale production that is powerfully dramatized by a combination of time travel...
An evening with the Rat Pack featuring Tony Ocean, Bill Serritella, Elliot Wimbush and Jack D’Amico. These very talented local artists have been entertaining audiences for years – true fan favorites – bringing the hits of Sinatra, Davis Jr., and Martin!
A sure sell-out, Tommy James and his Shondells are still rockin’, performing their many timeless hits including the 1966 smash “Hanky Panky” plus “Crystal Blue Persuasion”, “Mony Mony”, “Crimson and Clover” and more! Tommy also takes the audience down the memory road with stories of career-defining moments. A very special night at The Arcada, now let’s...
There’s no one in the industry today that can recreate the sound and style of the world famous Doobie Brothers (2020 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees!!!) like the Doobie Others can. Seven of Long Island’s top professional musicians have pooled their talents, years of performance experience, and their love of the Doobies to become the...
He was a part of the original “British Invasion” as lead singer of the legendary Sixties pop band Herman’s Hermits. He’ll make his debut on the Des Plaines Theatre stage with his fun, comedic show and classic hits including: “I’m Into Something Good” “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got A Lovely Daughter”, “I’m Henry VIII, I Am”, “There’s...
The Grass Roots are always a crowd pleaser. Hit after solid gold hit – the hits just keep on coming. “Let’s Live For Toady”, “Midnight Confessions”, “Temptation Eyes”, and so many more! The New Colony Six, the quintessential ’60s Chicago Garage Band, charted 14 times on the national charts. The Colony, famous for ballads of...
In 1992, Tony Ocean was discovered when he won the runner up prize on the popular TV show Star Search and began his professional career. While performing, Ocean did a Dean Martin impersonation at one of his shows. The owner was so impressed that he paired him with two other artists who impersonated Frank and...
Tony Orlando is one of America’s most endearing and enduring iconic stars. Tony is bringing his exhilarating energy, warmth and humor to a tour of live concert shows across the nation as he celebrates his Farewell Tour. Don’t miss his LAST show at the Des Plaines Theatre!! Grammy Nominee Tony Orlando has sold millions of...
A legendary night in rock and roll history is recreated this spring at Des Plaines Theatre with The Mad Dogs & Englishmen Concert Tribute. Hear the music and stories in this one-of-a-kind show produced by Soundtracks Of A Generation. An all-star 10-piece band pays tribute to the historic 1970 The Mad Dogs & Englishmen concert with...
The Sixties Show is returning to the Des Plaines Theatre! This award winning high energy and multi -media spectacle is playing to sold out houses and receiving rave reviews across North America. The show is about time traveling back to the 1960’s based around a live note for note recreation concert playing hits, B-sides and deep...
From the hauntingly ethereal Scarborough Fair to the upbeat and unforgettable Mrs. Robinson… from the mysteriously provocative Sound Of Silence to the anthemic Bridge Over Troubled Water, THE GRADUATES is an energetic and heartwarming salute to the music of Simon & Garfunkel. “Paul & Art” escort us through an evening filled with beautiful renditions of some of the most beloved folk...
“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. ...
Peter Noone was a part of the original “British Invasion” as lead singer of the legendary Sixties pop band Herman’s Hermits. He is returning to the Des Plaines Theatre stage with his fun, comedic show and classic hits including: “I’m Into Something Good” “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got A Lovely Daughter”, “I’m Henry VIII, I Am”, “There’s...