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SUMMARY:IKONS OF ROCK - THE BIGGEST 80s CLASSIC ROCK STARS!
DESCRIPTION:Ikons of Rock is a powerhouse live tribute show that honors the biggest rock stars through mind-blowing performances\, iconic stagecraft\, and a true passion for the music. With decades of combined touring experience\, the cast of Ikons of Rock delivers authenticity\, energy\, and reverence for the legends they represent. The Ikons of Rock performance covers a chronological path of classic rock from the 70’s through the 90’s in full character and costume. Every performance is an elaborate concert portraying multiple male and female artists in authentic costuming. Synced video and stage props complement the eras on stage. In addition to the touring show\, Ikons also performs 3-4 nights per week at The Hard Rock Café on the Las Vegas strip.  \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/ikons-of-rock-the-biggest-80s-classic-rock-stars-2/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alternative Rock,Classic Rock,Early Rock,Glam Metal,Glam Rock,Hard Rock,Heavy Metal,Oldies/Classics,Pop,Prog. Rock,Rock Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260211T171527Z
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SUMMARY:W.A.S.P. - 1984 TO HEADLESS with SPECIAL GUEST KK'S PRIEST
DESCRIPTION:W.A.S.P.: Few Bands in the history of Rock N’ Roll have ever incited the love\, the hate\, the raw emotional effect this Band has had on the world. From the very beginning\, in the small venues of Los Angeles California\, and later to the numerous countries worldwide that banned these Winged Assassins from performing live\, the Band’s unique style of Shock and Rock caused Religious organizations\, Local City Councils\, Parliaments\, and the Washington D.C. Senate to hold hearings in an effort to bar this group from selling records and trashing stages everywhere they played. The band’s founding member\, frontman Blackie Lawless\, has led the group as its lead vocalist and primary songwriter since its beginning. His unique brand of visual\, social and political comment took the group to worldwide heights and sold millions of records alongside a legacy of sold out shows across the globe for 4 decades. Hear favorites including “I Wanna Be Somebody\,” “L.O.V.E. machine\,” “Blind In Texas\,” ” Wild Child” and so many MORE! \nKK’s Priest: You can’t keep a heavy metal legend down… Although it’s been over a dozen years since guitarist and songwriter K.K. Downing departed Judas Priest\, the iconic band he co-founded and played with for 40 years\, he was never really going to retire. It was only a matter of time before he reclaimed the spotlight. K.K. Downing has had metal coursing through his veins from the beginning\, starting in the Midlands region of England where Judas Priest was born. He compellingly chronicled his life odyssey in his 2018 autobiography\, and his recent induction into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame further secures his legacy as a pioneering musician\, songwriter and guitarist.\nAs a founding member of the classic Judas Priest line-up\, Downing helped lay the foundation for the heavy metal genre as a whole. His distinct style of playing is easily identifiable\, he was part of a six-string duo that complemented and contrasted each other\, and they would progress to new levels of excitement. He has taken that ethos and applied it to KK’s Priest with impassioned results. \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/w-a-s-p-1984-to-headless-with-special-guest-kks-priest-3/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hard Rock,Heavy Metal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T140000
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SUMMARY:TONY DANZA - STANDARDS & STORIES
DESCRIPTION:Combining timeless music with wit\, charm\, storytelling\, and a dash of soft shoe and ukulele performances\, Tony Danza performs a selection of his favorite standards from the Great American Songbook while interweaving stories about his life and personal connection to the music. The hit live show has entertained audiences around the country with The New York Times raving “Tony’s a live wire who tap-dances\, plays the ukulele\, tells stories and radiates irresistible charm… He exudes the kind of charisma that can’t be taught!” \nPerhaps best known for his starring roles on two of television’s most cherished and long-running series\, Taxi and Who’s The Boss\, Tony Danza has also established himself as a song and dance man\, and recently received rave reviews for his performance in the Broadway musical comedy\, Honeymoon In Vegas\, with the New York Times calling his performance “sly genius\,” and a “career high”. Among his past successes\, Tony has starred on Broadway in the The Producers\, A View from the Bridge\, and starred in beloved films such as Angels In Outfield\, She’s Out of Control\, and Hollywood Knights. \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/tony-danza-standards-stories-2/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Actors,Early Rock,Jazz,Swing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T193000
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DTSTAMP:20260429T213013Z
CREATED:20260427T163951Z
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SUMMARY:KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD: LEDBETTER HEIGHTS 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
DESCRIPTION:Thirty years ago\, a Fender Strat-wielding teenager from Shreveport\, Louisiana by the name of Kenny Wayne Shepherd brought the blues back to the mainstream. It was 1995\, the era of furrow-browed grungesters\, when a sandy-haired guitar prodigy unapologetically celebrated a genre often pushed to the margins. With his fiery fretwork\, pop-rock hooks\, and reverence for the blues\, Shepherd’s arrival was a much-needed palette-cleanser from the existential dread of the times. Now\, three decades later\, Shepherd is as vital as ever. No longer the child prodigy\, he has ascended to master.  Still touring\, recording\, collaborating\, and evolving\, he’s returned to where it all began\, Ledbetter Heights. Shepherd’s latest is a re-recording of his landmark first album\, in honor of its 30th anniversary. In early 2026\, he and his band will launch a national tour celebrating the milestone’s anniversary. \nIn a short time\, Shepherd rocketed from small clubs to cracking the Top 10 with his debut album. Ledbetter Heights was an unequivocal success\, earning critical praise\, industry accolades\, a highly engaged fanbase that continues to this day\, and the respect of blues and rock heavyweights across generations. The album went Gold within months and was certified Platinum by early 1996. That same year\, Guitar World ranked Shepherd No. 3 blues artist behind only B.B. King and Eric Clapton. \nUp next\, Shepherd and his band will be hitting the road for the Ledbetter Heights 30th Anniversary Tour. The shows will include a performance of the full 12-track album\, along with another set featuring highlights from his 30-year career. “Revisiting this album put me back in touch with the wonder and excitement of those days. I didn’t know what lay ahead at the time\,” he reflects\, “But I’m very grateful for what came from it.” \n  \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/kenny-wayne-shepherd-band-ledbetter-heights-30th-anniversary-tour/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Rock Music
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SUMMARY:THE MUSICAL BOX proudly presents...AND THEN THERE WAS...PHIL
DESCRIPTION:In yet its biggest and most daring production\, The Musical Box\, true to its reputation as a time machine\, delivers an authentic live musical experience for hardcore fans and intrigued people alike – a long awaited and well deserve homage to our beloved Phil. The Musical Box proudly presents… AND THEN THERE WAS… PHIL – the early years of Phil Collins at the helm of Genesis (1976-80).  The drummer turned superstar singer\, The iconic tracks\, The signature drum duets and the 1978 mirror tour breathtaking visuals! THE MOST SPECTACULAR SHOW OF THE 70s! \nFinally\, the fitting show to one of the most impactful artist and performer of our times\, through Genesis’ incredible prog rock repertoire – including some of the band’s early hits such as Follow You Follow me and classic tracks from A Trick of the Tail\, Wind & Wuthering\, And Then there were three and Duke albums.  And a few surprises… \n“They’re not a tribute band\, they have taken a period and are faithfully reproducing it in the same way that someone would do a theatrical production” Phil Collins \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/the-musical-box-proudly-presents-and-then-there-was-phil-2/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prog. Rock,Rock Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T150000
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CREATED:20260304T132355Z
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SUMMARY:"I AM HE SAID" - A CELEBRATION OF NEIL DIAMOND
DESCRIPTION:“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.” \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/i-am-he-said-a-celebration-of-neil-diamond-2/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classic Rock,Oldies/Classics,Pop,Rock Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T200000
DTSTAMP:20260219T173709Z
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SUMMARY:THE VAMPIRE CIRCUS: TIM BURTON meets CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
DESCRIPTION: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 night of live entertainment\, based on the multidisciplinary skills of international performers showcasing theater\, dance\, and gymnastics. This amazing show pushes the physical boundaries of human performance and leaves audiences amazed\, astounded\, and astonished. Mortal spectators will experience horrific feats of Cirque acrobatics\, comical audience interactions\, contortionists\, jugglers\, acrobats\, and clowns. Tantalizing sounds\, and mesmerizing illusions catapult audiences into an emotional roller-coaster of fear and joy\, laugher\, and wonder with raving cheers for a “Mad Graveyard Clown.” The 90-minute production is an immersive ride through the Underworld and Vampires. The Vampire Circus was inspired by the magical\, captivating allure of legendary traveling carnivals — and a vision of Francisco Santos\, CEO founder and Cirque Du Soleil veteran performer. \nSet in Bohemia during the 19th century\, Count Dracula contemplates a plan for world domination\, when he decides to open a traveling circus with his gypsy bodyguards. The Vampire Circus is a perfect cover-up to travel unnoticed and begin his world reign of terror and turn all humans into an army of vampires for global dominance. The Vampire Circus is a journey that takes audiences into an immersive experience\, plunging guests into a deep hypnotic state while “breaking the fourth wall.” With Vampire Circus\, audiences are fully integrated into what is happening in front of them\, surrounding them\, and at times “inside” of them. The Vampire Circus will delight the senses and deliver the unexpected. As the moon comes out\, the magical mystique of the Vampire World begins. Come meet the Vampires. We will leave the lights off for you!! \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/the-vampire-circus-tim-burton-meets-cirque-du-soleil-2/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Actors,Classic Rock,Festival,Hard Rock,Holiday Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260226T221122Z
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SUMMARY:LEE ROCKER OF THE STRAY CATS
DESCRIPTION:Lee Rocker made his mark singing\, playing\, standing on\, spinning and rocking his giant upright bass as a founding member of the Grammy nominated music group The Stray Cats. The Stray Cats sold over 10 million albums\, garnered 23 gold and platinum certified records\, and were music video pioneers of the MTV. The Stray Cats’ worldwide mega hits “Stray Cat Strut”\, “Sexy and Seventeen” and “Rock this Town” have become a part of the fabric of rock and roll. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has included “Rock this Town” as one of the 500 most important songs in rock. From the cover of the Rolling Stone magazine\, appearing on Saturday Night Live\, to headlining the US Festival and touring with the Rolling Stones\, Lee Rocker has seen and done it all. In addition to The Stray Cats\, Lee Rocker has recorded or performed with George Harrison\, Ringo Starr\, Willie Nelson\, Leon Russell\, John Fogerty and Carl Perkins. In 1982\, Rocker and his father Stanley Drucker (classical clarinetist/New York Philharmonic) both received Grammy nominations; this was something that has only occurred twice in the history of the Grammy Awards. In 2012 Lee appeared on Broadway in the hit musical “Million Dollar Quartet” and in 2014 he was inducted into the Bass Player Hall of Fame. Rocker has received numerous honors for his contributions to music and the arts\, including being inducted to the Rockabilly Hall of Fame\, the Long Island Music Hall of Fame and he is a recipient of the Visionary Artist Award by the City of Laguna Beach California. In 2021\, Rocker was honored to perform at the Library of Congress and the First Lady’s Luncheon for Dr Jill Biden. During 2021\, music from his critically acclaimed record “Gather Round” was choreographed and performed as a rock ballet by world renowned New York City dance company “Complexions”. The year 2022 found Lee Rocker included in Bass Player Magazine’s 100 Greatest Bassists of all time – in great company alongside musicians such as Sir Paul McCartney\, John Entwistle\, Charles Mingus\, Ron Carter and other legends of the instrument. \nLee Rocker has been consistently touring\, recording and performing around the globe since 1980 and has cultivated a fanatically loyal following of rockers\, rebels and all types of music lovers. He is known for making his upright double bass appear as if it were a lightweight instrument as he spins\, throws it about and stands on it during his high energy and fun concerts. In concerts Lee Rocker shares behind the scenes stories about his days and nights on the road and in the music business for the last 40 years. He rocks every town and leaves every audience cheering! \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/lee-rocker-of-the-stray-cats-2/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Country,Punk,Rock Music,Rockabilly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T235619Z
CREATED:20260411T235602Z
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SUMMARY:ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK: THE CELEBRATION TOUR 2026
DESCRIPTION:In a career spanning over 50 years\, Engelbert has generated sales in excess of 140 million records\, including 64 gold albums and 35 platinum\, four Grammy nominations\, a Golden Globe\, and stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame\, Las Vegas Walk of Fame\, and Leicester Walk of Fame. He has performed for the Queen four times\, several presidents and many heads of state. He has recorded everything from the most romantic ballads to movie theme songs\, disco\, rock\, and even gospel. His unique voice has charmed millions of fans around the globe. However\, it’s not just the voice\, but the man himself\, with his endearing sense of humor and self-deprecating jokes. Engelbert has managed to strike a new chord with the younger generation\, and his YouTube music videos & social media numbers are incredible. \nEngelbert exploded on to the music scene with The Beatles and the Rolling Stones. The shy handsome man catapulted almost instantly to world icon. He became great friends with Elvis and the two legends often performed each other’s songs. His first single in the charts was “Release Me\,” which went into the Guinness Book of Records for achieving 56 consecutive weeks on the charts. It was No. 1 in 11 countries. Engelbert’s hit song “A Man Without Love” was featured in Marvel’s “Moon Knight” Disney+ Series. In Sony Pictures’ new Brad Pitt film “Bullet Train” Engelbert’s song “Forever Blowing Bubbles” is featured. And in Netflix’s ‘Umbrella Academy” his “Quando\, Quando\, Quando” is heard. \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/engelbert-humperdinck-the-celebration-tour-2026/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gospel,Oldies,Oldies/Classics,Rock Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T170322Z
CREATED:20260411T233959Z
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SUMMARY:ART GARFUNKEL - WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD CONCERT
DESCRIPTION:Art Garfunkel is known and celebrated as the “Voice of Generations” in entertainment history. He is an 8x Grammy Award winner including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. In addition\, he is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Rolling Stone Magazine names him one of 100 Greatest Singers of All Time. As architect and lead singer of Simon & Garfunkel\, he shaped modern popular culture with songs such as “Bridge Over Troubled Water\,” “The Sound of Silence\,” and “Mrs. Robinson.” His voice defines eras and continues to influence artists and audiences worldwide. Beyond his work leading S & G\, Art Garfunkel enjoys a distinguished solo career and a notable body of work as an author\, actor\, and poet. As a solo artist\, he has released a series of acclaimed albums\, including Angel Clare\, Breakaway\, and Watermark\, earning chart success and critical recognition for his interpretive depth and signature vocal style. His solo recordings produced enduring favorites such as I Only Have Eyes for You\, (What a) Wonderful World\, All I Know\, and Bright Eyes\, the latter becoming an international number one. In 2026\, Garfunkel returns to live performances with his new world tour\, Art Garfunkel in (What a) Wonderful World\, featuring his legendary band. With (What a) Wonderful World\, Art Garfunkel returns to the stage with a body of work that continues to speak to resilience\, beauty\, and shared humanity. \n  \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/art-garfunkel-what-a-wonderful-world-celebration-concerts-2/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oldies,Oldies/Classics,Rock Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T210847Z
CREATED:20260506T184416Z
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UID:10003177-1795204800-1795204800@desplainestheatre.com
SUMMARY:THE PHIL COLLINS EXPERIENCE
DESCRIPTION:The Phil Collins Experience is a dynamic multi-media production that pays tribute to the legendary music of Phil Collins and Genesis. Known as the most authentic Phil Collins tribute in the U.S.\, this show captivates audiences with its faithful recreation of the sights\, sounds\, and emotions of Collins’ iconic performances.  The Phil Collins Experience is fronted by Englishman\, Terry Adams Jr. who perfectly captures the look\, sound\, and feel of Phil Collins. The Phil Collins Experience transports fans back to the golden era of hits like In the Air Tonight\, Against All Odds\, and Sussudio. \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/the-phil-collins-experience-10/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classic Rock,Pop,Rock Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T193000
DTSTAMP:20260528T193335Z
CREATED:20260528T191245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T193335Z
UID:10002922-1795635000-1795635000@desplainestheatre.com
SUMMARY:HAIRBANGERS BALL
DESCRIPTION:Rolling through the “Decade of Decadence” like a 50-ton freight train\, iconic bands such as Guns N’ Roses\, Mötley Crüe\, Bon Jovi and Poison (to mention only a few) made the 1980’s a musical era the likes of which we’re doubtful to see again. In 2001\, lamenting the heyday of hairbands\, Hairbangers Ball sought to rekindle the flame for these Gods of Rock by tapping into the nostalgic and undeniable energy of that bygone era. \nBuy Now\n​
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/hairbangers-ball-2/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classic Rock,Glam Metal,Glam Rock,Hard Rock,Heavy Metal,Rock Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261127T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T182144Z
CREATED:20260429T181609Z
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UID:10002667-1795809600-1795809600@desplainestheatre.com
SUMMARY:KASHMIR: THE MUSIC OF LED ZEPPELIN
DESCRIPTION: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. But most importantly\, KASHMIR does not take liberties on improving the music. Led Zeppelin should be played as it was using only the equipment of the era and should be reproduced dead on with great respect and admiration. KASHMIR performs Led Zeppelin’s entire catalog including Led’s Zeppelin’s classic movie\, The Song Remains The Same. Don’t miss KASHMIR – The Led Zeppelin Show! \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/kashmir-the-music-of-led-zeppelin/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Classic Rock,Early Rock,Folk,Glam Metal,Hard Rock,Heavy Metal,Rock Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T185230Z
CREATED:20260506T185230Z
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UID:10002734-1795971600-1795971600@desplainestheatre.com
SUMMARY:CORNERSTONES OF ROCK:  The Buckinghams\, Ides of March\, The New Colony Six\, and the Cryan' Shames
DESCRIPTION:Cornerstones of Rock feature The Buckinghams\, The Ides of March\, The New Colony Six\, and The Cryan’ Shames.  Cornerstones of Rock is a multi-group concert series that’s been turned into a live production tour that brings together the Chicago area’s iconic rock groups of the 1960s and ’70s for this amazing musical spectacular! Always a sell-out! \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/cornerstones-of-rock-the-buckinghams-ides-of-march-the-new-colony-six-and-the-cryan-shames-5/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classic Rock,Oldies/Classics,Rock Music
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SUMMARY:VIP UPGRADES: ALY & AJ
DESCRIPTION:Does NOT include admission to concert. Must have concert ticket to attend Meet & Greet \nYou’re My Favorite Face VIP EXPERIENCE – $175 \nPackage includes: VIP early entry into the venue\, Exclusive meet & greet with Aly & AJ\, Personal photograph with Aly & AJ\, Access to an intimate preshow performance\, Limited edition Signed Places To Run poster; autographed by Aly & AJ\, Exclusive VIP merchandise item\, Official meet & greet laminate & lanyard\, and Priority merchandise shopping \nMake It Look Easy VIP PACKAGE – $115 \nPackage includes: VIP early entry into the venue\, Access to an intimate preshow performance\, Limited edition Places To Run poster\, Exclusive VIP merchandise item\, Commemorative VIP laminate & lanyard\, and Priority merchandise shopping \n  \n\nDoes NOT include admission to concert. Must have concert ticket to attend Meet & Greet\nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/vip-upgrades-aly-aj/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pop,Rock Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260211T225222Z
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SUMMARY:ALY & AJ - PLACES TO RUN TOUR 2026
DESCRIPTION:Aly & AJ\, comprised of sisters Aly and AJ Michalka\, have captivated audiences around the world with their stirring harmonies\, relatable lyrics\, and distinctive blend of pop and indie-rock influences. Aly & AJ first burst onto the scene with their debut album Into the Rush\, featuring the hit single “Rush.” Their follow-up\, Insomniatic\, showcased their growth as artists\, exploring deeper themes and curating a more defined musical identity. With hits like “Potential Breakup Song” and “Chemicals React\,” Aly & AJ ignited the soundtracks of our lives and solidified their status as superstars. After a decade-long hiatus\, the duo returned to the music scene with renewed energy and creative maturity\, evolving from pop sensations into indie darlings. Their EP Ten Years marked a triumphant return to their original sound\, featuring the viral hit “Take Me.” Their subsequent releases\, including the critically acclaimed EP Sanctuary\, showcased a powerful blend of synth-pop\, dreamy melodies\, and introspective lyrics that resonated with fans old and new. Shortly after\, they released their albums\, A Touch Of The Beat Gets You Up On Your Feet Gets You Up On Your Feet And Out Into The Sun\, which contains tracks like “Listen!!!” and “Slow Dancing\,” and With Love From\, recorded with a live band at the famous Sunset Sound studio\, which showcased their genre-spanning artistry\, incorporating Americana\, folk\, country and indie pop\, featuring an array of reflective ballads and anthemic tracks. The sisters have also become a commanding live force\, selling out the iconic Greek Theatre in 2023 and gracing the stages of major festivals including Lollapalooza\, Governors Ball\, Bonnaroo\, Austin City Limits\, BottleRock\, Sea.Hear.Now.\, and Willie Nelson’s Luck Reunion. In 2025\, Aly & AJ continued their evolution with the release of their sixth studio album Silver Deliverer and its companion EP More Silver\, recorded with producer Jonathan Wilson in Topanga Canyon. These projects mark a new creative peak for the sisters\, blending Laurel Canyon-inspired rock with deeply personal storytelling. Before their musical reinvention\, Aly & AJ were already household names through their work with Disney Channel projects like Phil of the Future and Cow Belles\, which introduced their charisma and talent to a global audience. From those early days to their rise as acclaimed independent artists\, Aly & AJ have evolved into a force to be reckoned with\, transcending genres and leaving an indelible mark on the industry. \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/aly-aj-places-to-run-tour-2026-2/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Show,Pop,Rock Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260506T191153Z
CREATED:20260506T185524Z
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SUMMARY:ZEPPARELLA - ALL FEMALE TRIBUTE TO LED ZEPPELIN
DESCRIPTION:Zepparella is the Led Zeppelin Powerhouse comprised of all females. Vocalist Anna Kristina\, Guitarist Gretchen Menn\, Bassist Holly West\, and Drummer Clementine have brought their passion for the sacred music of the greatest band in the world all over the world. Zepparella shows replicate the nuance and detail of Zeppelin’s catalog while honoring the powerful improvisational journeys for which Zeppelin shows were renowned. Now more than ever\, Zepparella explores their own improvised magic within the framework of Zeppelin’s mighty songs!\n\nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/zepparella-all-female-tribute-to-led-zeppelin-4/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classic Rock,Folk,Hard Rock,Rock Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260304T133242Z
CREATED:20260304T133242Z
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SUMMARY:TOP OF THE WORLD…A CARPENTERS TRIBUTE - HOLIDAY SHOW
DESCRIPTION: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.  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. \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/top-of-the-worlda-carpenters-tribute-holiday-show-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Early Rock,Holiday Show,Holiday Shows,Pop,Rock Music,Soft Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T193000
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DTSTAMP:20260626T215547Z
CREATED:20260624T204633Z
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SUMMARY:CHERRY POPPIN' DADDIES TIKI XMAS: WWII CANTEEN - DANCE FLOOR OPEN!
DESCRIPTION:In the past few years Cherry Poppin’ Daddies have become the kind of band that you would want to book if you were throwing a soiree at the Gatsby mansion. Penning elegant\, lush\, pitch perfect arrangements of much of the great American songbook\, from Cole Porter to Frank Sinatra\, the Daddies have surprised many- likely familiar with them from the early 90’s- whose limited exposure to the band undoubtedly consists of an image of spray painted vans careening across the US as an iconoclastic\, misfit part of an already marginalized punk/ska scene. The Daddies have put together a number of excellent swing/ jazz sit down theatre type shows\, each tailored to a different era of swing music: a “Jazz Age Lawn Party” consisting of roaring 20’s and Cotton Club Era material\, a swanky “Live at the Sands” type tribute to the Rat Pack\, and a World War 2 “Christmas Canteen” show that is part Tiki\, part Benny Goodman and comes across like a radio broadcast from Guadalcanal circa 1942. \nInitially rooted in the underground punk scene\, the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies made waves with their unique fusion of swing-era jazz and modern rock elements\, gaining a reputation for their explosive live performances. They burst into the mainstream in 1997 with the release of Zoot Suit Riot\, an album that celebrated the swing revival of the late 1990s. The title track became an instant hit\, propelling the band to international fame and selling over two million copies. Musically\, the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies are hard to pin down. They fluidly navigate a range of styles\, from the big band swing sound of Zoot Suit Riot to the ska-punk of albums like Kids on the Street and Rapid City Muscle Car. With roots in alternative and punk rock\, the Daddies have always pushed boundaries\, creating music that feels fresh and innovative. Their ability to seamlessly blend vintage swing with modern genres like ska and rock has allowed them to stand out in a crowded musical landscape\, while appealing to a wide variety of listeners. \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/cherry-poppin-daddies-dance-floor-open/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alternative Rock,Dance,Dance Floor,Jazz,Pop,Punk,Rock Music,Rockabilly,Swing
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DTSTAMP:20260526T164333Z
CREATED:20260226T231306Z
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SUMMARY:LOU GRAMM (THE ORIGINAL VOICE & FOUNDING MEMBER OF FOREIGNER): THE RELEASED TOUR with SPECIAL GUEST FRAN COSMO (formerly of BOSTON)
DESCRIPTION:Lou Gramm is best known as the original lead vocalist of the rock band Foreigner. With his powerful\, soaring voice\, he helped define the band’s arena-rock sound in the late 1970s and 1980s. As Foreigner’s frontman\, Gramm sang on major hits such as “Cold as Ice\,” “Hot Blooded\,” “Urgent\,” “Juke Box Hero\,” and the global No. 1 ballad “I Want to Know What Love Is.” He also pursued a successful solo career\, scoring hits like “Midnight Blue” and “Just Between You and Me.” Gramm left Foreigner in 1990\, rejoined briefly in the 1990s\, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Foreigner in 2024. He remains celebrated as one of classic rock’s most distinctive voices. \nFran Cosmo exploded onto the Rock scene when he took over for Brad Delp as the lead singer for the Legendary group BOSTON in 1992. Fran was featured as the lead vocalist on the “Walk On” album and produced the hit single “I Need Your Love”. Upon Brad Delp’s return to BOSTON\, Fran Cosmo and Brad Delp shared lead vocals and harmonized exceptionally well in concert\, wowing their fans on tours\, and always having a fun time trading the spotlight together on stage. Fran Cosmo was a member of BOSTON and toured with them from 1992 to 2006. \nBuy Now
URL:https://desplainestheatre.com/event/lou-gramm-the-original-voice-founding-member-of-foreigner-the-released-tour-2/
LOCATION:Des Plaines Theatre\, 1476 Miner St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classic Rock,Oldies/Classics,Rock Music
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