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Straight No Chaser: Top Shelf Tour
2024-12-01 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, 400 West College Avenue, Appleton, WI, 54911, United States
Straight No Chaser: Top Shelf Tour appears on December 1 at 7PM at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton, WI!
If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses… think again. Straight No Chaser (SNC) are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase and a long list of accomplishments including 2 RIAA Gold Certified albums, over 1.5 million concert tickets sold, over 1 billion streams on Pandora, and over 2 million albums sold worldwide. Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense… and with a sense of humor.
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/straight-no-chaser-appleton-wisconsin-12-01-2024/event/070060A1E66A48D4

Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour
2024-12-05 19:00 | The Lerner Theatre, 410 South Main Street, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour appears at The Lerner Theatre in Elkhart, IN on December 5 at 7PM!
CHARLIE BERENS is a comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician and creator of the Manitowoc Minute. The Wisconsin native has been featured on Comedy Central, Fox, CBS, Funny or Die, TBS, Variety, MTV News and more. He creates weekly content for his various social platforms and has amassed over 7.5 million followers.
Charlie began his career working for MTV News’ Choose or Lose. After that he worked in front and behind the camera for emerging YouTube news channels. In 2012, Tribune Media tapped Charlie to host the comedic news show Nightcap. In 2013 he won an Emmy for “The Cost of Water” while reporting for KDAF.
In 2017, Charlie began hosting his weekly comedic online news show, the Manitowoc Minute. Since then, Charlie’s been creating Midwest-focused sketch comedy videos on his social media platforms. He’s also traveled the country with three sold out stand-up comedy tours.
In 2020, Charlie paired up with Horseshoes & Hand Grenades alum Adam Greuel to release the music/comedy album, Unthawed. The album, which is a mixture of bluegrass, country and Charlie’s comedy, hit #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart and #6 on the Bluegrass Comedy chart. Charlie’s first book, The Midwest Survival Guide, was released in November of 2021 by William Morrow/Harper Collins and immediately became a New York Times Best Seller! Charlie is currently on his third stand-up tour in support of the book’s release. His Midwest Survival Guide Tour sold over 150,000 tickets! Charlie hosts the Cripescast podcast where he interviews musicians, artists, comedians, creators and more to talk about their story and connections to the Midwest. Guests have included Jeff Foxworthy, Nate Bargatze and Roy Wood, Jr.
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Straight No Chaser: Top Shelf Tour
2024-12-20 19:00 | The Embassy Theatre, 125 W. Jefferson Blvd., Ft. Wayne, IN, 46802, United States
Straight No Chaser: Top Shelf Tour appears on December 20 at 7PM at the Embassy Theatre in Ft. Wayne, IN!
If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses… think again. Straight No Chaser (SNC) are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase and a long list of accomplishments including 2 RIAA Gold Certified albums, over 1.5 million concert tickets sold, over 1 billion streams on Pandora, and over 2 million albums sold worldwide. Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense… and with a sense of humor.

MANIA: The ABBA Tribute
2025-01-05 18:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
MANIA: The ABBA Tribute appears on January 5 at 6PM at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, IL!
Take A Chance On MANIA……and you won’t be disappointed!
Mania the ABBA Tribute has successfully toured every continent in the world and has played over 3,000 live concerts in over 35 countries. Recent highlights included a second run in London’s West End where the show performed for a month in the iconic Shaftesbury Theatre, London in May 2021. The show also enjoyed an 80-date sell-out USA National tour in 2022/2023, Mania continues in its quest to bring the music of the Swedish ’Supergroup’ to millions of fans, old and new!
Featuring an extraordinary cast of talented musicians and performers, Mania: The ABBA Tribute delivers an authentic and unforgettable tribute to the legendary Swedish band that has captured the hearts of fans for generations. With stunning costumes, energetic choreography, and impeccable musicianship, Mania: The ABBA Tribute recreates the magic of ABBA’s music in all its glory. From “Dancing Queen” to “Waterloo,” “Mamma Mia” to “Take a Chance on Me,” the band performs all of ABBA’s greatest hits with passion and precision, transporting audiences back to the disco era of the 1970s.
The upcoming tour promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans of ABBA and lovers of great music. With stunning visuals, electrifying performances, and all of ABBA’s greatest hits, Mania: The ABBA Tribute is a hit with audiences worldwide and Maniacs who return every year!
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/mania-the-abba-tribute-joliet-illinois-01-05-2025/event/0700610FDA7C3ABF

Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn
2025-01-24 20:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, IL on January 24 at 8PM!
THE CURIOUS APPEAL OF THE WORLD’S MOST TERRIFYING MURDERERS
Hear Doc Bonn’s unique, chilling insights from examining:
» Dennis Rader (BTK Strangler)
» David Berkowitz (Son of Sam)
» Rex Heuermann (Alleged Long Island Serial Killer)
» Jeffery Dahmer and more…
Spend a deliciously chilling evening with renowned criminologist and serial killer expert, Dr. Scott Bonn, as he takes you inside the minds of the world’s most savage and prolific murderers.
In this thrilling 90-minute show, Dr. Bonn reveals the insatiable, psychological hunger that drives the likes of Ted Bundy and Jeffrey Dahmer to kill repeatedly with impunity and no remorse. He explains why the majority of serial killers are either psychopaths or sociopaths, and how the two differ, and he reveals that every serial killer is compelled to murder by a unique fantasy need. He also explains how/why serial killers can successfully avoid apprehension, blend into a crowd, and become invisible.
Dr. Bonn is a best-selling author, professor, public speaker, and he has interacted with such notorious serial killers as Dennis Rader (“Bind, Torture Kill”) and David Berkowitz (“Son of Sam”). He shares shocking tales from his actual experiences with these killers. Dr. Bonn also developed a profile of the unknown “Long Island Serial Killer” in 2011 that matches the alleged perpetrator, Rex Heuermann, perfectly. He shares the secrets of how he was able to predict the psychological and behavioral makeup of the Long Island Serial Killer with such incredible precision years before his capture.
Bonn has comprehensively studied, extensively corresponded with, personally interviewed, and accurately profiled some of the world’s most notorious predators.
Rather than employing a pop psychology or checklist approach to describe serial killers, Dr. Bonn relies on his direct interactions to explain that serial killers are psychologically complex, and diverse and evolve from forces of both nature (biology) and nurture (environment). Simply put, Dr. Bonn takes his audience inside the minds of some of the world’s most terrifying killers from his own unique experiences rather than from a textbook. Dr. Bonn has also communicated with the infamous mass murderer Colin Ferguson and notorious one-time killers Jodi Arias and Pamela Smart.
In addition, Dr. Bonn explains our curious fascination with serial killers and true crime. Finally, you can ask anything you ever wanted to know about serial killers in a dynamic, live Q&A session with Dr. Bonn. Don’t miss out on this exciting event.
*Due to the nature of the topic and material, this show might not be appropriate for children. We recommend adults only.
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/serial-killers-with-dr-scott-bonn-joliet-illinois-01-24-2025/event/07006174E49F4B28

The Rat Pack is Back!
2025-01-31 19:30 | North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL, 60077, United States
The Rat Pack is Back! appears at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, IL on January 31, 2025 at 7:30PM!
DIRECT FROM VEGAS!
Relive the days of the Rat Pack with Las Vegas’ most famous Entertainers and their live 12-piece big band as they appeared live in the legendary Sands Hotel Copa Room. It’s the only Vegas-based show with national touring companies and an award from the “Congress of the United States” and now its in fourteenth smash year with over 4,500 shows performed in over 34 states, 3 foreign countries and over one million tickets sold.
With a stellar cast of some of the finest performers in the business, The Rat Pack is Back has been hailed as the next best thing to seeing the original Rat Pack. The trio, comprised of eerily accurate impressions of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., and Dean Martin, effortlessly evokes the charm of the Big Band era while transporting the audience back with classic songs like ‘Fly Me to the Moon’ and ‘New York, New York’.
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Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour
2025-02-02 19:00 | UIS Performing Arts Center, One University Plaza, MS PAC 292, Springfield, IL, 62703, United States
Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour appears at UIS Performing Arts Center in Springfield, IL on February 2 at 7PM!
Charlie Berens is a comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician and creator of the Manitowoc Minute. He creates weekly content for his various social platforms and has amassed over 9 million followers.
In 2017, Charlie began hosting his weekly comedic online news show, the Manitowoc Minute. Since then, Charlie’s been creating Midwest-focused sketch comedy videos on his social media platforms. He’s also traveled the country with three sold out stand-up comedy tours.
In 2020, Charlie paired up with Horseshoes & Hand Grenades alum Adam Greuel to release the music/comedy album, Unthawed. The album, which is a mixture of bluegrass, country and Charlie’s comedy, hit #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart and #6 on the Bluegrass Comedy chart. The duo followed that up with Dive Bar Dinner in 2023, which also charted on the Billboard Charts.
Charlie’s first book, The Midwest Survival Guide, was released in November of 2021 by William Morrow/Harper Collins and immediately became a New York Times Best Seller! ABC is currently developing a half-hour comedy based on the book. His Midwest Survival Guide Tour sold over 150,000 tickets!
2023 also saw the release of his first stand-up special, Charlie Berens: Midwest Goodbye.
Charlie just launched his very own brandy! Berens Old Fashioned Brandy is being producing by the Dancing Goat distillery and is in stores now!
Charlie hosts the Cripescast podcast where he interviews musicians, artists, comedians, creators and more to talk about their story and connections to the Midwest. Guests have included Nate Bargatze, Michael Yo, Kim and Penn Holderness, Jeff Foxworthy, and Roy Wood, Jr.
In addition to Cripescast, Charlie co-hosts the Bellied Up podcast w/ Myles the You Betcha guy. Every Thursday, Charlie and Myles belly up at a small town bar and take live callers from all over the Midwest and rest of the world.
Charlie is currently touring America on his Good Old Fashioned Tour!
Tickets on sale Friday 9/27 at 10am!

Face 2 Face - A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel
2025-02-06 19:00 | Prairie Home Alliance Theater
Face 2 Face – A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel appears at the Peoria Civic Center Theater in Peoria, IL on February 6, 2025 at 7PM!
Introducing the U.S.A.’s 1st and longest-running tribute to BILLY JOEL & ELTON JOHN…
Taking turns at an onstage piano, the dual tribute artists of the Billy Joel/Elton John Face-2-Face Tribute Show conjure the beloved songsters in both sound and image.
Backed by some the best and most sought-after musicians in the business, Levittown NY native MIKE SANTORO’s fingers flash up and down the keys on “Angry Young Man” before he belts out high-energy Billy Joel classics such as “Movin Out”, “Scenes From An Italian Restaurant” and more.
Following Santoro’s set, of the roughly three-hour show, RONNIE SMITH dons the iconic sunglasses and bedazzled suits of Elton John as he charts his style from the ‘70s to the present. Timeless anthems such as “Tiny Dancer” and the epic treasure “Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding” mixed with more whimsical material such as “Crocodile Rock” and the fictional rock-group narrative “Bennie and the Jets.”
For the 3rd act, both artists hit the stage for THE grand finale, trading the spotlight with more of the best of Billy Joel and Elton John. For over a decade, this event is not one to be missed!
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/face-2-face-a-tribute-to-peoria-illinois-02-06-2025/event/0700612C897E4789

Face 2 Face - A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel
2025-02-07 20:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Face 2 Face – A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel appears at the the Rialto Square Theatre on February 7, 2025 at 8PM!
Introducing the U.S.A.’s 1st and longest-running tribute to BILLY JOEL & ELTON JOHN…
Taking turns at an onstage piano, the dual tribute artists of the Billy Joel/Elton John Face-2-Face Tribute Show conjure the beloved songsters in both sound and image.
Backed by some the best and most sought-after musicians in the business, Levittown NY native MIKE SANTORO’s fingers flash up and down the keys on “Angry Young Man” before he belts out high-energy Billy Joel classics such as “Movin Out”, “Scenes From An Italian Restaurant” and more.
Following Santoro’s set, of the roughly three-hour show, RONNIE SMITH dons the iconic sunglasses and bedazzled suits of Elton John as he charts his style from the ‘70s to the present. Timeless anthems such as “Tiny Dancer” and the epic treasure “Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding” mixed with more whimsical material such as “Crocodile Rock” and the fictional rock-group narrative “Bennie and the Jets.”
For the 3rd act, both artists hit the stage for THE grand finale, trading the spotlight with more of the best of Billy Joel and Elton John. For over a decade, this event is not one to be missed!
Buy Tickets: https://rialtosquare.com/event/face-2-face-a-tribute-to-elton-john-billy-joel/

Face 2 Face - A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel
2025-02-08 20:00 | Coronado Theatre, 314 N. Main Street, Rockford, IL, 61101, United States
Face 2 Face – A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel appears at the the Coronado Theatre in Rockford, IL on February 8, 2025 at 8PM!
Introducing the U.S.A.’s 1st and longest-running tribute to BILLY JOEL & ELTON JOHN…
Taking turns at an onstage piano, the dual tribute artists of the Billy Joel/Elton John Face-2-Face Tribute Show conjure the beloved songsters in both sound and image.
Backed by some the best and most sought-after musicians in the business, Levittown NY native MIKE SANTORO’s fingers flash up and down the keys on “Angry Young Man” before he belts out high-energy Billy Joel classics such as “Movin Out”, “Scenes From An Italian Restaurant” and more.
Following Santoro’s set, of the roughly three-hour show, RONNIE SMITH dons the iconic sunglasses and bedazzled suits of Elton John as he charts his style from the ‘70s to the present. Timeless anthems such as “Tiny Dancer” and the epic treasure “Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding” mixed with more whimsical material such as “Crocodile Rock” and the fictional rock-group narrative “Bennie and the Jets.”
For the 3rd act, both artists hit the stage for THE grand finale, trading the spotlight with more of the best of Billy Joel and Elton John. For over a decade, this event is not one to be missed!
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/face-2-face-rockford-illinois-02-08-2025/event/0400613398461C49

Get the Led Out
2025-02-15 20:00 | IL
Get the Led Out appears at Peoria Civic Center Theater on February 15 at 8PM!
From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live, like you’ve never heard before. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-create the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album…GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents, GTLO brings what the audience wants…a high energy Zeppelin concert with an honest, heartthumping intensity.
Dubbed by the media as “The American Led Zeppelin,” Get The Led Out offers a strong focus on the early years. They also touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom, if ever heard in concert. GTLO also include a special “acoustic set” with Zep favorites such as “Tangerine” and “Hey Hey What Can I Do.”
GTLO has amassed a strong national touring history, having performed at major club and PAC venues across the country. GTLO’s approach to their performance of this hallowed catalog is not unlike a classical performance. “Led Zeppelin are sort of the classical composers of the rock era,” says lead vocalist Paul Sinclair. “I believe 100 years from now they will be looked at as the Bach or Beethoven of our time. As cliché as it sounds, their music is timeless.”
A GTLO concert mimics the “light and shade” that are the embodiment of “The Mighty Zep.” Whether it’s the passion and fury with which they deliver the blues-soaked, groovedriven rock anthems, it’s their attention to detail and nuance that makes a Get The Led Out performance a truly awe-inspiring event!
Paul Sinclair – Lead Vocals, Harmonica
Paul Hammond – Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Mandolin, Theremin
Tommy Zamp – Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Vocals
Eddie Kurek – Keyboards, Guitar, Vocals, Percussion
Derek Smith – Drums, Percussion
Seth Chrisman – Bass, Vocals
Buy Tickets: https://theater.peoriaciviccenter.com/event/get-the-led-out/tm_vv1a6zkavgkdewn6s/

Get the Led Out
2025-02-16 19:00 | Capitol Theatre, 330 W. 3rd Street, Davenport, IA, 52801, United States
Get the Led Out appears on February 16, 2025 at 7PM at the Capitol Theatre in Davenport, IA!
From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live, like you’ve never heard before. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-create the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album…GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents, GTLO brings what the audience wants…a high energy Zeppelin concert with an honest, heart-thumping intensity.
Dubbed by the media as “The American Led Zeppelin,” Get The Led Out offers a strong focus on the early years. They also touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom, if ever heard in concert. GTLO also include a special “acoustic set” with Zep favorites such as “Tangerine” and “Hey Hey What Can I Do.”
GTLO has amassed a strong national touring history, having performed at major club and PAC venues across the country. GTLO’s approach to their performance of this hallowed catalog is not unlike a classical performance. “Led Zeppelin are sort of the classical composers of the rock era,” says lead vocalist Paul Sinclair. “I believe 100 years from now they will be looked at as the Bach or Beethoven of our time. As cliché as it sounds, their music is timeless.”
A GTLO concert mimics the “light and shade” that are the embodiment of “The Mighty Zep.” Whether it’s the passion and fury with which they deliver the blues-soaked, groove-driven rock anthems, it’s their attention to detail and nuance that makes a Get The Led Out performance a truly awe-inspiring event!
Get The Led Out include: Paul Sinclair – Lead Vocals, Harmonica; Paul Hammond – Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Mandolin, Theremin; Tommy Zamp – Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Vocals; Eddie Kurek – Keyboards, Guitar, Vocals, Percussion; Derek Smith – Drums, Percussion; and Seth Chrisman – Bass, Vocals

Buy Tickets: https://www.axs.com/events/743882/get-the-led-out-tickets

Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour
2025-02-21 19:30 | Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, 400 West College Avenue, Appleton, WI, 54911, United States
Charlie Berens has added a THIRD SHOW of his Good Old Fashioned Tour on February 21, 2025 at 7:30PM in Appleton, WI!
CHARLIE BERENS is a comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician and creator of the Manitowoc Minute. He creates weekly content for his various social platforms and has amassed over 9 million followers.
In 2017, Charlie began hosting his weekly comedic online news show, the Manitowoc Minute. Since then, Charlie’s been creating Midwest-focused sketch comedy videos on his social media platforms. He’s also traveled the country with three sold out stand-up comedy tours.
Note: If you are not in your seat when the show starts, your purchased seat is not guaranteed. No Video or Photography Allowed for this event.
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/charlie-berens-good-old-fashioned-tour-appleton-wisconsin-02-21-2025/event/0700616FDDEE4B4F

Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour
2025-02-22 17:00, 2025-02-22 20:00 | Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, 400 West College Avenue, Appleton, WI, 54911, United States
Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour appears at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton, WI on February 22, 2025 at 5PM & 8PM!
CHARLIE BERENS is a comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician and creator of the Manitowoc Minute. He creates weekly content for his various social platforms and has amassed over 9 million followers.
In 2017, Charlie began hosting his weekly comedic online news show, the Manitowoc Minute. Since then, Charlie’s been creating Midwest-focused sketch comedy videos on his social media platforms. He’s also traveled the country with three sold out stand-up comedy tours.
Note: If you are not in your seat when the show starts, your purchased seat is not guaranteed. No Video or Photography Allowed for this event.
Buy Tickets: https://foxcitiespac.com/event/charlie-berens-good-old-fashioned-tour/

Get the Led Out
2025-02-22 20:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Get the Led Out appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, IL on February 22, 2025 at 8PM!
From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live, like you’ve never heard before. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-create the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album…GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents, GTLO brings what the audience wants…a high energy Zeppelin concert with an honest, heartthumping intensity.
Dubbed by the media as “The American Led Zeppelin,” Get The Led Out offers a strong focus on the early years. They also touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom, if ever heard in concert. GTLO also include a special “acoustic set” with Zep favorites such as “Tangerine” and “Hey Hey What Can I Do.”
GTLO has amassed a strong national touring history, having performed at major club and PAC venues across the country. GTLO’s approach to their performance of this hallowed catalog is not unlike a classical performance. “Led Zeppelin are sort of the classical composers of the rock era,” says lead vocalist Paul Sinclair. “I believe 100 years from now they will be looked at as the Bach or Beethoven of our time. As cliché as it sounds, their music is timeless.”
A GTLO concert mimics the “light and shade” that are the embodiment of “The Mighty Zep.” Whether it’s the passion and fury with which they deliver the blues-soaked, groovedriven rock anthems, it’s their attention to detail and nuance that makes a Get The Led Out performance a truly awe-inspiring event!
Paul Sinclair – Lead Vocals, Harmonica
Paul Hammond – Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Mandolin, Theremin
Tommy Zamp – Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Vocals
Eddie Kurek – Keyboards, Guitar, Vocals, Percussion
Derek Smith – Drums, Percussion
Seth Chrisman – Bass, Vocals
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/07006148BA01265D

Let's Sing Taylor
2025-03-13 19:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Let’s Sing Taylor appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, IL on March 13 at 7PM!
Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience – is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. We can show you incredible things, including the most faithful and lively covers of Queen Taylor’s expansive and sacred catalog. Taking the country by storm, we’re bringing the communal experience of celebrating Taylor’s music in a live setting to Swifties near and far.
So, let the games begin. Calling all Swifties to sing your hearts out and sport your Taylor-inspired attire. You can show up at our party any time.
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/lets-sing-taylor-a-live-band-joliet-illinois-03-13-2025/event/070061589E5D2F05

Let's Sing Taylor
2025-03-14 19:30 | Coronado Theatre, 314 N. Main Street, Rockford, IL, 61101, United States
Let’s Sing Taylor appears at the Coronado Theatre in Rockford, IL on March 14 at 7:30PM!
Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience – is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. We can show you incredible things, including the most faithful and lively covers of Queen Taylor’s expansive and sacred catalog. Taking the country by storm, we’re bringing the communal experience of celebrating Taylor’s music in a live setting to Swifties near and far.
So, let the games begin. Calling all Swifties to sing your hearts out and sport your Taylor-inspired attire. You can show up at our party any time.
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/lets-sing-taylor-a-live-band-rockford-illinois-03-14-2025/event/040061569EBF17B2

Bored Teachers: The Struggle is Real! Comedy Tour
2025-03-20 19:30 | Paramount Theatre, 370 1st Avenue, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Bored Teachers: The Struggle is Real! Comedy Tour appears on March 20, 2025 at 7:30pm at the Paramount Theatre in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Bored Teachers are BACK with all new material on their “The Struggle is Real!” Comedy Tour. For years, Bored Teachers Studios has brought a sense of humor to teachers around the world to ease their daily struggle in the classroom. They’ve amassed over a billion views on their viral videos on social media, over 10 million followers, and the #1 ranked teacher-comedy podcast—#6 of all Stand Up Comedy shows on Apple Podcasts. Since 2022, Bored Teachers has been selling out comedy clubs and major theatres across 49 states, bringing laughter to over 150,000 teachers throughout the school year and has become the main event to attend in all of teacher world. Even non-teacher fans have reviewed it as one of the funniest stand up shows they’ve ever seen! The Bored Teachers Show is a comedy powerhouse that anyone who’s ever been in a classroom can relate to!
Please note that PG-13 language is used during some sets.
Buy Tickets: https://www.creventslive.com/events/2025/boredteachers

One Night of Queen
2025-03-20 19:30 | UIS Performing Arts Center, One University Plaza, MS PAC 292, Springfield, IL, 62703, United States
One Night of Queen appears on March 20, 2025 at 7:30pm at the UIS Performing Arts Center in Springfield, IL!
“More than a likeness.” – Brian May, Queen
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s ‘The Works Tour’.
For over 20 years Gary Mullen and The Works have been performing their world-renowned One Night of Queen live concert.
Gary Mullen & The Works featuring Gary Mullen on vocals, David Brockett on guitar, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards, Jon Halliwell on drums and Alan McGeoch on bass guitar will have you dancing in the aisles during their show, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics, showmanship, and music of arguably the greatest rock band of all time: Queen.
In 2000, Gary Mullen won the Granada TV programme “Stars in Their Eyes” with his performance as Queen’s lead singer: Freddie Mercury. Mullen’s embodiment of Freddie Mercury resulted in him gaining 864,838 votes in the show’s Live Grand Final. The number of fans who voted for Mullen was more than double that of the runner-up, thus setting the all time record number of votes in the history of the program.
For over two decades, Gary Mullen & The Works have performed to audiences around the world, playing more than 2,500 live shows to audiences in over 20 countries – performing and selling out many of the same venues that Queen have, all around the world. As of 2023, they are the most successful tribute band in France, playing to over 250,000 people!
They WILL ROCK YOU and are GUARANTEED TO BLOW YOUR MIND! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate One Night Of Queen with Gary Mullen & The Works! The Show DOES go on!
Buy Tickets: https://uispac.com/one-night-of-queen-2/

Bored Teachers: The Struggle is Real! Comedy Tour
2025-03-21 19:30 | Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, 400 West College Avenue, Appleton, WI, 54911, United States
Bored Teachers: The Struggle is Real! Comedy Tour appears on March 21, 2025 at 7:30pm at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton, WI!
Bored Teachers are BACK with all new material on their “The Struggle is Real!” Comedy Tour. For years, Bored Teachers Studios has brought a sense of humor to teachers around the world to ease their daily struggle in the classroom. They’ve amassed over a billion views on their viral videos on social media, over 10 million followers, and the #1 ranked teacher-comedy podcast—#6 of all Stand Up Comedy shows on Apple Podcasts. Since 2022, Bored Teachers has been selling out comedy clubs and major theatres across 49 states, bringing laughter to over 150,000 teachers throughout the school year and has become the main event to attend in all of teacher world. Even non-teacher fans have reviewed it as one of the funniest stand up shows they’ve ever seen! The Bored Teachers Show is a comedy powerhouse that anyone who’s ever been in a classroom can relate to
Please note that PG-13 language is used during some sets.
Buy Tickets: https://foxcitiespac.com/event/bored-teachers-the-struggle-is-real/

The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes
2025-03-21 19:30 | Coronado Theatre, 314 N. Main Street, Rockford, IL, 61101, United States
Due to a scheduling conflict, the January 17, 2025 presentation of The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes at the Coronado Theatre, has been rescheduled to Friday, March 21, 2025 at 7:30PM. All tickets for the original show will be honored at the new date.
Ticketholders that are unable to attend the new date, can reach out to their point of purchase for a refund within 30 days.
All patrons who purchased tickets will be contacted and refunds will be processed at the point of purchase within 30 business days.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Ticketmaster’s customer service or call the box office at 815-968-5222 (M-F 10AM -5PM)
Join Cary Elwes (Westley) for a behind-the-scenes look at life on and off the set of the classic film, The Princess Bride.
After a screening of the iconic movie, Elwes will engage in a moderated discussion revealing never before shared secrets and tales of inconceivable antics!
Journey back to the lands of Florin and Guilder in an adventure filled with fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, miracles, and of course, true love.
Elwes has been in a multitude of films and tv shows, including Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Saw, Twister, Liar, Liar, Stranger Things and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. He recently starred in Guy Ritchie’s “Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre”, “Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1” with Tom Cruise, Zack Snyder’s sci fi epic, “Rebel Moon, and his latest film “Sweetwater”, based on the true story of the first African American signed to the NBA.
Now Elwes is hitting the road to share with fans the personal stories behind the making of this piece of cinematic history.
Don’t be a “Humperdinck”, make haste to see The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes for a night you will always “tweasure”.
A limited number of VIP packages are available and include the best seats in the house, a Meet and Greet with Cary Elwes, and a signed copy of Cary Elwes best-selling book, As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride.
Buy Tickets: https://coronado.asmrockford.com/event/the-princess-bride%3a-an-inconceivable-evening-with-cary-elwes/tm_vv178zb8gkxagsae/

The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes
2025-03-22 19:00 | Prairie Home Alliance Theater
The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes appears at Peoria Civic Center Theater on March 22, 2025 at 7PM!
Join Cary Elwes (Westley) for a behind-the-scenes look at life on and off the set of the classic film, The Princess Bride. After a screening of the iconic movie, Elwes will engage in a moderated discussion revealing never-before shared secrets and tales of inconceivable antics! Journey back to the lands of Florin and Guilder in an adventure filled with fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, miracles and of course, true love.
Elwes has been in a multitude of films and tv shows, including Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Saw, Twister, Liar, Liar, Stranger Things and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. He recently starred in Guy Ritchie’s Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre, Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part with Tom Cruise, Zack Snyder’s sci fi epic, Rebel Moon, and his latest movie, Guy Ritchie’s The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, based on the true story of the first British secret mission during World War II.
Now Elwes is hitting the road to share with fans the personal stories behind the making of this piece of cinematic history.
VIP Tickets: A limited number of VIP packages are available and include the best seats in the house, a Meet and Greet with Cary Elwes, and a signed copy of Cary Elwes best-selling book, As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride.
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-princess-bride-an-inconceivable-evening-peoria-illinois-03-22-2025/event/07006139E1D644F0

Burton Cummings of the Original 'The Guess Who' 60th Anniversary Hits Tour
2025-03-22 20:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Burton Cummings of the Original ‘The Guess Who’ 60th Anniversary Hits Tour appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, IL on March 22 at 8PM!
In 1964, a 16-year-old Cummings released two singles as a member of The Deverons. Just two years later, he joined The Guess Who. It was with the original The Guess Who that Cummings’ signature vocals, along with his songwriting and keyboard prowess would fuel massively big hits around the world including “These Eyes,” “No Time,” “Laughing” and their biggest hit “American Woman.” The latter track topping the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks in 1970. Following the band’s breakup in 1975, Cummings found solo success with “Stand Tall,” an international hit that spent 21 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at #10.
Today, Cummings remains at the top of his game as an unrivaled singer, songwriter, showman, and recording artist. Don’t miss your chance to see this music legend live! Tickets on sale Friday, July 19 at 10am!

Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour
2025-03-22 20:00 | Alliant Energy Powerhouse, 370 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour appears at the Alliant Energy Powerhouse in Cedar Rapids, IA on March 22 at 8PM!
Charlie Berens is a comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician and creator of the Manitowoc Minute. He creates weekly content for his various social platforms and has amassed over 9 million followers.
In 2017, Charlie began hosting his weekly comedic online news show, the Manitowoc Minute. Since then, Charlie’s been creating Midwest-focused sketch comedy videos on his social media platforms. He’s also traveled the country with three sold out stand-up comedy tours.
In 2020, Charlie paired up with Horseshoes & Hand Grenades alum Adam Greuel to release the music/comedy album, Unthawed. The album, which is a mixture of bluegrass, country and Charlie’s comedy, hit #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart and #6 on the Bluegrass Comedy chart. The duo followed that up with Dive Bar Dinner in 2023, which also charted on the Billboard Charts.
Charlie’s first book, The Midwest Survival Guide, was released in November of 2021 by William Morrow/Harper Collins and immediately became a New York Times Best Seller! ABC is currently developing a half-hour comedy based on the book. His Midwest Survival Guide Tour sold over 150,000 tickets!
2023 also saw the release of his first stand-up special, Charlie Berens: Midwest Goodbye.
Charlie just launched his very own brandy! Berens Old Fashioned Brandy is being producing by the Dancing Goat distillery and is in stores now!
Charlie hosts the Cripescast podcast where he interviews musicians, artists, comedians, creators and more to talk about their story and connections to the Midwest. Guests have included Nate Bargatze, Michael Yo, Kim and Penn Holderness, Jeff Foxworthy, and Roy Wood, Jr.
In addition to Cripescast, Charlie co-hosts the Bellied Up podcast w/ Myles the You Betcha guy. Every Thursday, Charlie and Myles belly up at a small town bar and take live callers from all over the Midwest and rest of the world.
Charlie is currently touring America on his Good Old Fashioned Tour!
Tickets on sale Friday at 10am!

One Night of Queen
2025-03-25 19:30 | DECC Symphony Hall, 350 Harbor Drive, Duluth, MN, 55802, United States
One Night of Queen appears on March 25, 2025 at 7:30pm at the DECC Symphony Hall in Duluth, MN!
“More than a likeness.” – Brian May, Queen
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s ‘The Works Tour’.
For over 20 years Gary Mullen and The Works have been performing their world-renowned One Night of Queen live concert.
Gary Mullen & The Works featuring Gary Mullen on vocals, David Brockett on guitar, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards, Jon Halliwell on drums and Alan McGeoch on bass guitar will have you dancing in the aisles during their show, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics, showmanship, and music of arguably the greatest rock band of all time: Queen.
In 2000, Gary Mullen won the Granada TV programme “Stars in Their Eyes” with his performance as Queen’s lead singer: Freddie Mercury. Mullen’s embodiment of Freddie Mercury resulted in him gaining 864,838 votes in the show’s Live Grand Final. The number of fans who voted for Mullen was more than double that of the runner-up, thus setting the all time record number of votes in the history of the program.
For over two decades, Gary Mullen & The Works have performed to audiences around the world, playing more than 2,500 live shows to audiences in over 20 countries – performing and selling out many of the same venues that Queen have, all around the world. As of 2023, they are the most successful tribute band in France, playing to over 250,000 people!
They WILL ROCK YOU and are GUARANTEED TO BLOW YOUR MIND! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate One Night Of Queen with Gary Mullen & The Works! The Show DOES go on!
Buy Tickets: https://decc.org/event/one-night-of-queen/

One Night of Queen
2025-03-26 19:30 | Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, 400 West College Avenue, Appleton, WI, 54911, United States
One Night of Queen appears on March 26, 2025 at 7:30pm at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton, WI!
“More than a likeness.” – Brian May, Queen
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s ‘The Works Tour’.
For over 20 years Gary Mullen and The Works have been performing their world-renowned One Night of Queen live concert.
Gary Mullen & The Works featuring Gary Mullen on vocals, David Brockett on guitar, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards, Jon Halliwell on drums and Alan McGeoch on bass guitar will have you dancing in the aisles during their show, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics, showmanship, and music of arguably the greatest rock band of all time: Queen.
In 2000, Gary Mullen won the Granada TV programme “Stars in Their Eyes” with his performance as Queen’s lead singer: Freddie Mercury. Mullen’s embodiment of Freddie Mercury resulted in him gaining 864,838 votes in the show’s Live Grand Final. The number of fans who voted for Mullen was more than double that of the runner-up, thus setting the all time record number of votes in the history of the program.
For over two decades, Gary Mullen & The Works have performed to audiences around the world, playing more than 2,500 live shows to audiences in over 20 countries – performing and selling out many of the same venues that Queen have, all around the world. As of 2023, they are the most successful tribute band in France, playing to over 250,000 people!
They WILL ROCK YOU and are GUARANTEED TO BLOW YOUR MIND! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate One Night Of Queen with Gary Mullen & The Works! The Show DOES go on!
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Marc Maron: All In
2025-03-29 20:00 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Marc Maron: All In Tour at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, IL has been rescheduled to March 29, 2025!
Due to a scheduling conflict from Marc Maron’s tour, the Thursday, October 24, 2024, Marc Maron: All In Tour at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, IL has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 8 PM. All tickets for the original performance will be honored for the new date. If patrons are unable to attend the new date, they should reach out to the original point of purchase for a refund before October 2. If you purchased tickets at the Rialto Box Office or for all other inquiries, send an email to boxoffice@rialtosquare.com.
Due to the ongoing closure of the Rialto Box Office, in-person sales or refunds are not available at this time, and we are also unable to answer or respond to any phone calls to the box office. For the quickest response to all sales, refunds, or inquiries please send an email to boxoffice@rialtosquare.com.
For more information regarding all the rescheduled tour dates, including Joliet, please visit wtfpod.com/tour
Marc Maron has released five hit stand-up comedy specials throughout his career. His most recent, “FROM BLEAK TO DARK” premiered on HBO on February 11, 2023, and received rave reviews from critics and fans alike. Maron’s other specials include “END TIMES FUN” (2020) on Netflix, which was nominated for a 2021 Critics’ Choice Award, “MARC MARON: TOO REAL”(2017), MORE LATER” (2015) on Epix, and “THINKY PAIN” (2013).
Maron has an incredible reputation in the podcasting world through his landmark podcast “WTF with Marc Maron”. Launched in 2009, this interview-style podcast receives over 100 million listeners every year and has become a phenomenon in the podcasting space, with over 1400 episodes to date. Over the years, Marc has interviewed icons such as US President Barack Obama, Keith Richards, Kate Winslet, and Robin Williams. Earlier this year, Maron’s show became the first one-on-one podcast episode (Episode 67- Robin Williams) inducted into America’s National Recording Registry.
Maron starred in the Netflix series “GLOW” and his scripted series, “MARON”, aired for four seasons on IFC. This past year, Maron also starred in the critically acclaimed feature film, TO LESLIE, starring Andrea Riseborough and Allison Janney. Some of Maron’s other acting credits include his roles in JOKER, RESPECT, the 2021 Aretha Franklin film in which he starred alongside Jennifer Hudson, SPENSER CONFIDENTIAL, SWORD OF TRUST, and STARDUST. He also portrayed “Mr. Snake” in the Dreamworks animated feature, THE BAD GUYS, alongside Sam Rockwell, which premiered at #1 at the box office, and “Lex Luthor” in DC LEAGUE OF SUPER-PETS, which released in July 2022, also at #1, alongside Dwayne Johnson, Keanu Reeves, and Kevin Hart.
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/07006066C67D325C

MJ Live - Michael Jackson Tribute
2025-04-04 19:30 | Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee Street, Waukegan, IL, 60085, United States
MJ Live – Michael Jackson Tribute appears at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan, IL on April 4, 2025 at 7:30PM!
As the No. 1 Michael Jackson tribute show in the world, MJ LIVE recreates the electrifying stage show of one of the greatest performers of all time. From iconic dance moves like the moonwalk to timeless hits like “Bad,” “Billie Jean,” and “Beat It,” the spot-on show brings all the Gloved One’s staples to life. Dance and sing along during the special Jackson 5 segment featuring classics like “I’ll Be There,” “I Want You Back,” “ABC,” and more. Dazzling lighting and effects, plus the MJ LIVE dancers and a live band, make this show a truly spectacular fitting of the King of Pop.
About MJ LIVE Michael Jackson Tribute Concert
MJ LIVE is the #1 Michael Jackson tribute show in the world, showcasing the energy, excitement, spectacle and pure joy of this legendary superstar and his music. This incredible, theatrical stage production with its powerful sound, spectacular lighting, visual effects, team of dancers and live band on stage takes audiences back to when the King of Pop ruled the charts – along with the Jalles Franca’s spot-on, breathtaking impersonations. Jalles Franca is the only Michael Jackson impersonator with a star on the Las Vegas Walk of Fame.
Buy Tickets: https://www.geneseetheatre.com/events/detail/mj-live-2025

MJ Live - Michael Jackson Tribute
2025-04-05 19:30 | Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
MJ Live – Michael Jackson Tribute appears at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, IL on April 5, 2025 at 7:30PM!
As the No. 1 Michael Jackson tribute show in the world, MJ LIVE recreates the electrifying stage show of one of the greatest performers of all time. From iconic dance moves like the moonwalk to timeless hits like “Bad,” “Billie Jean,” and “Beat It,” the spot-on show brings all the Gloved One’s staples to life. Dance and sing along during the special Jackson 5 segment featuring classics like “I’ll Be There,” “I Want You Back,” “ABC,” and more. Dazzling lighting and effects, plus the MJ LIVE dancers and a live band, make this show a truly spectacular fitting of the King of Pop.
About MJ LIVE Michael Jackson Tribute Concert
MJ LIVE is the #1 Michael Jackson tribute show in the world, showcasing the energy, excitement, spectacle and pure joy of this legendary superstar and his music. This incredible, theatrical stage production with its powerful sound, spectacular lighting, visual effects, team of dancers and live band on stage takes audiences back to when the King of Pop ruled the charts – along with the Jalles Franca’s spot-on, breathtaking impersonations. Jalles Franca is the only Michael Jackson impersonator with a star on the Las Vegas Walk of Fame.
Buy Tickets: https://rialtosquare.com/event/mj-live-michael-jackson-tribute/
