A Holiday spectacular for the whole family! The hit holiday spectacular for the whole family! It’s the third spectacular year of Dance to the Holidays! – the Holiday dance sensation sweeping the country and now Dance to the Holidays! has a special gift for its many fans. It features Celebrity Pros from Dancing with the Stars performing...
The holiday season is upon us! And what better way to get in the swing of things than with the slammin’ sound of the legendary “Buddy Rich Big Band Machine”! These cats are gonna kick the holiday season into high gear with the groovy roar that only a big band can provide. So, get ready...
$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...
Long known as one of the best live acts in the business, The BoDeans continue to tour year round and continue to deliver amazing, high-energy performances. Chart topping songs like “Fadeaway”, “Only Love”, and “Dreams” won them Rolling Stone‘s readers poll for Best New American Band in 1987, and they were part of a small contingent...
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!
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 an Arcada favorite and is sure to be a Des Plaines Theatre favorite too! A true all-age rock ‘n roll experience!
The Gilmour Project was poised and ready to launch in April 2020, then the world hit the pause button. They re-emerge in 2021 pivoting to David Gilmour’s Pink Floyd repertoire. The songs that compel exploration & improvisation are mainly Gilmour’s and this rendition certainly does not dismiss the iconic contributions of all 5 historic musicians...
Michael Jahnz started the REO connection when he became lead vocalist and front man for the legendary Gary Richrath, former lead guitarist and song writer for REO Speedwagon. They toured together for over a decade as the Gary Richrath Band playing the songs Gary had written for REO Speedwagon as well as original Richrath tunes...
A Flock Of Seagulls may well be known for their bizarrely teased haircuts as much as their hit single ‘I Ran’. A Flock of Seagulls were one of prime movers in the 80’s new wave era. Growing out of the synth-heavy and ruthlessly stylish new romantic movement. Hairdresser Mike Score (lead vocals, keyboards) formed A...
With nearly 25 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. Many tribute bands claim to be the eighth wonder of the world,...
This has always been a hit in St. Charles – so – we thought we would bring to Des Plaines! “THUNDERSTRUCK”, will sing all of your AC/DC favorites 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...
Calling all Garth Brooks fans!!! Dean Simmons now celebrates 24 years of giving audiences across the country THE most popular Garth Brooks experience, resulting in sing-a-longs and standing ovations night after night! “(I’ve Got) Friends In Low Places”, “Thunder Rolls”, “The Dance”, and so many more! Wear your Cowboy Hat!
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...
Richard Marx has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, starting with his self-titled debut which went to No. 8 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. The album spawned four Top 5 singles, including “Hold on to the Nights” and “Don’t Mean Nothing,” which earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance....
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...
$49 Ticket includes Garden Salad, Homemade Cheese Ravioli with Sunday Sauce (meatless also available), Ron’s Famous Meatballs, Bread, Cookies, and Cannoli AND show!! Gratuity is also included in the ticket price. Cash bar will be available. The year is 1929 and Prohibition is at its height. Crime is a business and there are two top...
Over the last decade, Kings of Radio have established themselves as one of Southern Wisconsin’s premiere cover show bands, bringing high-energy 80’s Rock “Big Hair” classics to area clubs, festivals, fairs, fireman’s dances and corporate events. Whether you love to throw your fist in the air, bob your head or sing at the top of...
Relive the swinging days with the Duke Ellington Orchestra, the only ensemble directly carrying on the tradition from Duke himself with Jazz, Big Band, Swing, and Stride. “Don’t Get Around Much Anymore”, “It Don’t Mean A Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing)”, “Jeep’s Blues”, “Come Sunday”, “Black Beauty”, and MORE! THE DANCE FLOOR WILL...
A stylistically unique band covering songs from two of rocks most iconic acts: Boston and Styx. Boston and Styx are both Iconic Rock Bands with soaring vocals, and harmony guitar parts, that set them apart from all the rest. The members of Bostyxx have been singing, performing, and playing in sync as if they’d been together their entire musical careers. Making sure that all...
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...
Village People is one of the most iconic music groups in the world. Their music has become part of the international songbook. The group’s hits are featured in dozens of major motionpictures, on Broadway, in commercials and in “Village People Party” slot machines. Of course, Y.M.C.A (along with its dance) is played at almost every party, wedding,...
The Cornerstones of Rock feature The Buckinghams, The Ides of March, The New Colony Six, The Cryan’ Shames, & The Shadows of Knight. 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...
Join us for a celebration of Meat Loaf with his band, The Neverland Express, and American Idol winner Caleb Johnson! Need we say more? Experience the iconic Bat Out Of Hell album and other hit classics including “Bat Out of Hell”, “Paradise by the Dashboard Light”, and “I Would Do Anything For Love”, staying true...
Chicago’s Own Piano Man Band is recognized as one of the Top Billy Joel & Elton John Tribute Bands in the Midwest and will be featured at this show. They will be joined by The Rod Stewart Experience and other surprise guests!
This show has been moved to 7:00PM. Ticket holders will be contacted to switch seats or complete a refund! ROY ORBISON & BUDDY HOLLY – The Rock ‘N’ Roll Dream Tour is a unique theatrical experience combining NextGen digital and laser holographic cinematic technology, CGI (computer generated imagery), expert theatrical stagecraft and remastered original vocals of two iconic...
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.
It’s Fight Night at the Des Plaines Theatre Sunday, February 27th! Make sure you check it out! For tickets and more information please visit fightcard.net.
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” –...
Ron Vincent holds not only an uncanny resemblance to Cat Stevens, but his hauntingly beautiful vocals and performance style translates on stage to one of the most authentic and entertaining shows honoring this artist the world has ever seen. Ron’s Cat Stevens Show is a trip down memory lane, exploring Stevens’ unsurpassed musical career. His...
Keyboard wizard Rick Wakeman is bringing his Even Grumpier Old Rock Star Tour tour to the Des Plaines Theatre. His show will combine spellbinding piano music with sidesplitting jokes and revealing insights into his 50-plus-year career. Expect an evening of superb musicianship, featuring music from YES, Rick‘s own solo epics and early David Bowie hits,...