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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Fox Valley Theatre Company transports audiences to the hilarious 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.

When: Friday, September 27 at 7:30 p.m. | Saturday, September 28 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. | Sunday, September 29 at 2 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $12 adults / $10 students and seniors

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DANZAPATEADO

With an array of dances, sounds, and colors, the award-winning BFH beautifully showcases the varied musical landscapes of Mexico. You'll be mesmerized as you experience one of Elgin's cultural treasures.

When: Saturday, October 5 at 7 p.m. | Sunday, October 6 at 3 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: See below.

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United States Air Force Band of Mid-America

The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America performs an evening of symphonic masterworks, traditional marches, modern compositions, pops, jazz, and more.

When: Wednesday, October 9 at 7 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: Free. Ticket required.

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#ArtsCenter25 Ribbon Cutting: Featuring Mucca Pazza

Music! Cake! Magic! Surprises! Fun! Join us for a “Do Art Differently” take on a ribbon cutting to celebrate the reopening of Blizzard Theatre and the kick-off of our 25th anniversary season.

When: Thursday, October 10 | Ribbon Cutting Reception from 3-5 p.m. | Mucca Pazza performance at 6 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: Free. Ticket required for each event.

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The Notebooks of Leonardo da Vinci

When: Sunday, October 13 at 3 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $20

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Stanley Jordan and Diego Figueiredo

When: Saturday, October 19 at 7 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $34

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Fall Spectacular

The ECC Concert Band kicks off the college ensembles' performance season with this “spectacular” evening of band favorites.

When: Wednesday, October 23 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $9 adults / $7 students & seniors

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An Acoustic Evening with John Hiatt

When: Saturday, October 26 at 7 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $53

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columbinus

A meeting of fact and fiction, this play weaves together the words of parents, survivors, and community leaders as well as police evidence in order to explore the events surrounding the 1999 Columbine High School shootings.

When: Friday, November 8 through Sunday, November 10 | Thursday, November 14 through Sunday, November 17 | Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. | Sundays at 3 p.m.
Location: SecondSpace Theatre
Tickets: $11 adults / $9 students & seniors

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Lean On Me: The Brotherhood of Rock and Roll Starring Michael Ingersoll and Christopher Kale Jones

Fellow PBS television favorites (Under the Streetlamp) and former Jersey Boysco-stars Ingersoll and Jones reunite on stage for this inspiring evening of rock anthems.

When: Friday, November 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $36 / Add dinner for an additional $29.

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The Forgotten Kingdom: Sand Stories Live Featuring Kseniya Simonova and the Guy Mendilow Ensemble

When: Saturday, November 9 at 7 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $35

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Operatic Delights

Elgin Master Chorale performs an evening of lush arias, enthusiastic choruses, and soaring melodies from a dozen different operas.

When: Sunday, November 10 at 7 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $24 adults / $19 students and seniors

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Time. Space. Energy. Music in Motion

The award-winning Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra (EYSO) is one of the largest, oldest, and most esteemed youth orchestras in the nation. EYSO's 44th season, MOVE, explores the rich traditions of Dalcroze, ballet, and folk dance.

When: Sunday, November 17 at 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 7 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $25 adults / $20 seniors / $14 students

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Celebrate and Sing

The ECC Concert Choir invites you to celebrate and sing during its December concert.

When: Tuesday, December 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $9 adults / $7 students & seniors

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Holiday Traditions

Join the ECC Concert Band for its annual holiday concert.

When: Wednesday, December 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $9 adults / $7 students & seniors

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Steel Some Fun

The ECC Steel Bands perform an eclectic and fun range of music during this December concert.

When: Thursday, December 5 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: SecondSpace Theatre
Tickets: $9 adults / $7 students & seniors

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An Unforgettable Nat King Cole Christmas Starring Evan Tyrone Martin

When: Friday, December 6 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $34

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EMC Children's Chorus Holiday Concert

EMC Children's Chorus performs a festive concert of holiday favorites.

When: Sunday, December 8 at 3:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $24 adults / $19 students and seniors

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Jump for Jazz

Groove and jam along with the ECC Jazz Combo during its December performance .

When: Thursday, December 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: SecondSpace Theatre
Tickets: $9 adults / $7 students & seniors

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It's a Wonderful Life: Live from the WVL Radio Theatre

When: Saturday, December 21 at 3:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $29

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The Sweet Remains

When: Saturday, January 18 at 7 p.m.
Location: SecondSpace Theatre
Tickets: $29

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American Grands 25

When: Saturday, January 25 at 1 p.m., 4 p.m., and 7 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $24 adults / $15 children 12 and under

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Béla Fleck and Abigail Washburn

When: Thursday, February 6 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $53-$57

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Educational Connections: The Life and Music of Beethoven

Elgin Master Chorale's Educational Connections concert celebrates the 250th anniversary of Beethoven’s birth.

When: Friday, February 7 at 10 a.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $24 adults / $19 students and seniors

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Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook with Suzanne O Davis

When: Friday, February 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $34

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Kiss Me, Kate

This song-and-dance comedy classic features iconic Cole Porter songs such as "Too Darn Hot," "Brush Up Your Shakespeare," and "Always True to You (In My Fashion)."

When: Friday, February 21 through Sunday, February 23 | Saturday, February 29 through Sunday, March 1 | Friday and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. | Sundays at 3 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $20 adults / $18 students & seniors

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International Guitar Night XX: Featuring Mike Dawes, Cenk Erdoğan, Olli Soikkeli, and Jim “Kimo” West

This tour is most likely the only time you’ll see these four acclaimed guitarists share the same stage. For 20 years, International Guitar Night has been connecting the world’s best acoustic guitarists for once-in-a-lifetime concert tours.

When: Friday, February 28 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $32

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Alash with Special Guest Shodekeh

When: Saturday, February 29 at 7 p.m.
Location: SecondSpace Theatre
Tickets: $29

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En pointe! Orchestra at the Ballet

The award-winning Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra is one of the largest, oldest, and most esteemed youth orchestras in the nation. Its 44th season, MOVE, explores the rich traditions of Dalcroze, ballet, and folk dance.

When: Sunday, March 8 at 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 7 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $25 adults / $20 seniors / $14 students

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The Ruth Moody Band and Dala

When: Friday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $35

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John Sebastian

When: Thursday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $37-$52

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Sarah Vowell in the Land of Lincoln

When: Saturday, April 18 at 7 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $35

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The Great Romantics: German A Cappella

Elgin Master Chorale concludes its season with a unique concert of German a cappella music.

When: Sunday, April 19 at 3:30 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $24 adults / $19 students and seniors

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The Finest Hour: Featuring Davina & the Vagabonds and Hot Club of Cowtown

When: Saturday, May 9 at 7 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $36

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Folklórico: A World of Dance

The award-winning Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra is one of the largest, oldest, and most esteemed youth orchestras in the nation. Its 44th season, MOVE, explores the rich traditions of Dalcroze, ballet, and folk dance.

When: Sunday, May 10 at 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 7 p.m.
Location: Blizzard Theatre
Tickets: $25 adults / $20 seniors / $14 students

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