Upcoming Events

Oct 25 / 7:00pm, Oct 26 / 2:00pm, Oct 27 / 2:00pm

The Music Man

On the heels of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat's success, we bring you another vibrant local collaboration – The Music Man! Meredith Willson's six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957. In partnership with the wcfsymphony, Waterloo…

Nov 1 / 10:00am

123 Andrés: Around the Americas

Andrés can’t find his friend Juana, and our only clue is that she’s somewhere in the Americas! Travel with song and dance through a lesson in geography that incorporates an introduction to a variety of musical instruments as well as Latin language, culture and music.

Nov 1 / 7:00pm

Indigo Girls

Released in 1989, Indigo Girls' eponymous major label debut sold over two million copies under the power of singles “Closer to Fine” and “Kid Fears” and turned Indigo Girls into one of the most successful folk duos in history. Over a 35-year career that began in clubs around their native Atlanta,…

Nov 9 / 7:00pm, Nov 10 / 1:00pm, Nov 10 / 7:00pm

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

There is only one. Her voice is undeniable. Her fire is unstoppable. An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits,…

Nov 11 / 10:00am, Nov 11 / 12:30pm, Nov 12 / 10:00am, Nov 12 / 12:30pm

Mister C Live! Air is Everywhere

Are you ready for some hair-raising science, toe-tapping music and mind-blowing media? Join Mister C for an amazing day of learning in the lab as he explores all things air! This fun and educational experience will get everyone singing, dancing and learning to the tune of science.

Nov 22 / 7:00pm, Nov 23 / 2:00pm, Nov 24 / 2:00pm

The Nutcracker

This tale of adventure, fantasy and dance is a family Christmas classic! More than 100 dancers from across Northeast Iowa perform alongside the professional dancers of the Minnesota Ballet bringing the magical story of The Nutcracker to life.

Dec 14 / 2:00pm

A Bel Canto Christmas

This delightful community performance returns to the Gallagher Bluedorn stage with a selection of beloved holiday songs performed by Bel Canto Cedar Valley, the Jesse Cosby Community Collective gospel choir, and Waverly-Shell Rock High School. Celebrate the Christmas season with our region’s best…

Dec 20 / 4:00pm, Dec 20 / 8:00pm

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

The holiday tradition continues! MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for more than 35 years. Featuring 15 musicians playing more than 20 instruments against a backdrop of dazzling multimedia effects, these Christmas classics in the distinctive…

Jan 18 / 7:00pm

Kathleen Madigan: The Day Drinking Tour

For over 33 years, award-winning comedian Kathleen Madigan has regularly sold out marquee theaters across the country and is one of the few female comedians to tour over 250 days a year.

Jan 21 / 10:00am, Jan 21 / 12:30pm

Finding North

In a one-man performance accompanied by blues guitar, follow the powerful true story of John P. Parker, a former enslaved man who dedicated his life to helping enslaved people escape through the Underground Railroad in southern Ohio.

Jan 31 / 10:00am, Jan 31 / 12:30pm

Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny (Limited Availability)

With endearing rabbit characters, soothing rhythms of bunny banter, and dreamlike imagery, watch the classic bedtime tales of Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny come to life through whimsical puppetry and evocative original music.

Feb 1 / 2:00pm

Menopause the Musical® 2

The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Cruising Through ‘The Change’ is a hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of menopause and friendship — plus hot flashes, mood swings, memory lapses & more! Join us on a trip of self-discovery, backed by a new…

Feb 2 / 2:00pm

Grand Shanghai Circus

The astonishing athletes of Grand Shanghai Circus defy gravity and execute breathtaking feats as they stretch the limits of human ability in this spellbinding show. These fearless performers bring to the stage more than two thousand years of Chinese circus traditions with spectacular flair to be…

Feb 3 / 10:00am

Grand Shanghai Circus (SOLD OUT)

The astonishing athletes of Grand Shanghai Circus defy gravity and execute breathtaking feats as they stretch the limits of human ability in this spellbinding show. These fearless performers bring to the stage more than two thousand years of Chinese circus traditions with spectacular flair.

Feb 3 / 3:00pm - Feb 10 / 2:45pm

Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad (Kaleidoscope Virtual Series)

Share in the joys, sorrows, and challenges faced by this brave woman who changed the world through her courage as Harriet and her friend, Sarah Bradford, narrate her adventurous life in this moving musical history lesson.

Feb 16 / 7:00pm

Drumline LIVE

DRUMLine Live is an international tour based on the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching band tradition. With riveting rhythms, bold beats and ear-grabbing energy, this stage show is a synchronized musical showcase of the HBCU experience, incorporating original compositions and…

Feb 18 / 10:00am

Drumline LIVE

Riveting rhythms, bold beats, and creative choreography! This synchronized musical showcase merges music with learning in an exploration of the history of the show-style marching band tradition originated by HBCUs in America.

Mar 2 / 7:00pm

YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan

YAMATO is a Japanese Taiko drumming group bringing joy to the world through their energetic percussive performances. Members of the group have trained their bodies to the limit to produce their explosive, meticulously crafted sound. With over 40 Taiko drums in a variety of sizes and characters, the…

Mar 3 / 10:00am

YAMATO (SOLD OUT)

YAMATO is a Japanese Taiko drumming group bringing joy to the world through their energetic percussive performances. With over 40 Taiko drums of a variety of size and character, the YAMATO drummers captivate audiences through their historical musical storytelling.

Mar 6 / 10:00am, Mar 6 / 12:30pm

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! (SOLD OUT)

It’s not easy being the Pigeon – you never get to do ANYTHING! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!) late, maybe that wily bird CAN do something.

Mar 8 / 7:00pm, Mar 9 / 1:30pm, Mar 9 / 7:00pm

Dear Evan Hansen

Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by the Washington Post, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the first musical to take a groundbreaking look — from the point of view of both the parents and young people — at our complex, interconnected, and social media-filled lives.

Mar 11 / 10:00am, Mar 11 / 12:30pm

Look Both Ways

10 blocks. 10 unique tales. There’s something for everyone across these 10 vignettes about identity, compassion, fear, and friendship – as told through puppetry, dance, music, projections, audience participation, kamishibai (paper theater), and more.

Apr 4 / 7:00pm, Apr 5 / 1:00pm, Apr 5 / 7:00pm

Hadestown

Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album. Intertwining two mythic tales – that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone –…

Apr 8 / 10:00am, Apr 8 / 12:30pm

Underneath a Magical Moon

A reimagining of Peter Pan as told by Wendy Darling. Fly with Wendy and her brothers as they create the world of Neverland, where time stands still and the impossible seems possible. Even everyday objects become extraordinary under the magical moon.

Apr 10 / 10:00am, Apr 10 / 1:00pm, Apr 11 / 10:00am, Apr 11 / 12:30pm

Upcycled Cinderella

When the scheduled performers fail to arrive for the day’s performance, the facility janitors, “Dustmop” and “Binny,” decide to take over in this hilarious take on the classic fairy tale, Cinderella! Upcycled Cinderella shows that, with a little creativity and ingenuity, you can make the most of…

Apr 10 / 7:00pm

Rocky Peter

CLUB SHOW - Rocky Peter’s life story is a testament to the indomitable human spirit. From facing abandonment and the hardships of child slavery in Nigeria to teaching himself music amidst adversity, Rocky's journey epitomizes resilience. Merging the soulful elements of reggae, pop, and folk…

Apr 12 / 7:00pm

Evil Woman: The American ELO

A multi-media concert celebration of the music of ELO! Audiences are left spellbound by the flawless musicianship and vocals of EVIL WOMAN’s 12 musicians, as well as the fusion of Beatlesque-Pop and classical arrangements – where cellos co-exist with guitars, and where classically tinged rock…

Apr 15 / 10:00am, Apr 15 / 12:30pm

Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends (SOLD OUT)

Ms. Greer’s classroom includes three inquisitive out-of-the-box thinkers. Rosie Revere has big dreams, Iggy Peck has a relentless passion for architecture, and Ada Twist’s curiosity can lead her to solve any problem.

May 12 / 3:00pm - May 19 / 2:45pm

Town Mouse, Country Mouse (Kaleidoscope Virtual Series)

A proud town mouse visits his humble family member in the country, who off ers him a meal of simple food. He enjoys it, but invites the country mouse back to the city for a taste of “the fine life.” Will the riches of town become irresistible, or will he feel the tug of the different kind of riches…