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Thu18Apr7:30 PMROCKY HORROR SHOW THE MUSICAL
Time
April 18, 2024 7:30 PM
Location
ICC Performing Arts Center
1 College Dr
Event Details
More information on our web site.
Event Details
More information on our web site.
Organizer
Fri19Apr6:00 PMSinger Songwriter Series: Emily Antonacci of Emily the Band
Time
April 19, 2024 6:00 PM
Event Details
I cover great songwriters, and I know great songwriters! I’m excited to host a new series of concerts. Butch’s pizza, cheeses, dips, crackers, and chocolates are available for purchase. You’re welcome
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I cover great songwriters, and I know great songwriters! I’m excited to host a new series of concerts.
Butch’s pizza, cheeses, dips, crackers, and chocolates are available for purchase. You’re welcome to bring your own foods. No outside drinks permitted. At 5pm, enjoy fellowship, wines, beer, or soda and meet the artists. Doors at 6pm with a performance at 6:30pm.
Donations will be collected to support the artists. Contact James Herr on Facebook for more information.
Cost
Free
Organizer
Fri19Apr6:00 PMFri8:30 PMEmily Antonacci Songwriter at Tres Rojas
Time
April 19, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Event Details
Join us in our third songwriters series with a songwriter who has garnered over a million streams on Spotify!! Doors at 6. Outside food is permitted.
Event Details
Join us in our third songwriters series with a songwriter who has garnered over a million streams on Spotify!! Doors at 6. Outside food is permitted.
Cost
Donations $10-$20 suggested
Organizer
Fri19Apr6:30 PMFri8:00 PMBarbie Cabaret
Time
April 19, 2024 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location
NTA Center For Creativity
2442 Centennial Drive, Washington
Event Details
Come and join us for this family-friendly Barbie themed cabaret! A night of all of your favorite Barbie themed songs, including your favorite, “I’m Just Ken”. It will be a
Event Details
Come and join us for this family-friendly Barbie themed cabaret! A night of all of your favorite Barbie themed songs, including your favorite, “I’m Just Ken”. It will be a night to remember full of entertainment & trivia. Don’t forget to wear your favorite Barbie or Ken style!
Cost
$15
Organizer
Fri19Apr7:30 PMFri10:00 PMMEN ON BOATS
Time
April 19, 2024 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location
Bradley University - Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts
1423 W St. James St
Event Details
10 Explorers. Four Boats. One Grand Canyon. A historical comedy based on the true story of John Wesley Powell’s Colorado River expedition of 1869. Powell and his eccentric boatmen are
Event Details
10 Explorers. Four Boats. One Grand Canyon. A historical comedy based on the true story of John Wesley Powell’s Colorado River expedition of 1869. Powell and his eccentric boatmen are played by a decidedly non-male cast in this surreal sendup of Manly Men, Manifest Destiny, and American myth.
Cost
$25 Adults / $20 Seniors /Faculty / $10 Students
Organizer
Bradley University - Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts
1423 W St. James StBradley University - Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts
Fri19Apr7:30 PMFri9:00 PMBradley University BANDORAMAPALOOZAFEST 2024
Time
April 19, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
Dingeldine Music Center
1417 W Barker Ave
Event Details
Bradley University Bands are excited to present BANDORAMAPALOOZAFEST 2024 on the campus of Bradley University. The event includes special guest composer Nubia Jaime Donjuan from Hermosillo, Mexico, percussion soloist Dr.
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Bradley University Bands are excited to present BANDORAMAPALOOZAFEST 2024 on the campus of Bradley University. The event includes special guest composer Nubia Jaime Donjuan from Hermosillo, Mexico, percussion soloist Dr. Stephen Busath from the University of Arkansas at Monticello, and Columbian composer/conductor Dr. Rúben Darío Gómez from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Additionally, the BU Bands will be hosting more than 150 middle and high school student musicians from 12 middle schools and 14 high schools. Event highlights include the BU Bands concert on April 19, 2024, 7:30 pm at Dingeldine Music Center, and the culminating concert on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 6:30 pm at Renaissance Coliseum with performances by the BU Symphonic Winds, a middle school honor band, and two high school honor bands.
The April 19th concert will include repertoire by our guest composer Nubia Jaime-DonJuan, including Homanajes—which was composed specifically for the Bradley University Symphonic Winds and is about the celebration of El Día de los Muertos, Maso Ye’eme—a danzón centered sound music of the Yaqui people of the Sonoran desert, Monarch Migration, and Magical Forest. Our guest soloist—Dr. Stephen Busath—will perform a timpani concerto by Lucas Garner with the BU Symphonic Band and a marimba concerto composed by BU student composer Jonah Sendlin. Other works on the concert include music by Viet Cuong, Erika Svanoe, José Ignacio Blesa Lull, Kenley Kristofferson, Rung-Radis Chanchampa, and a work by the BU Director of Bands, Dr. Darrell Brown. Additionally, the concert will feature four BU student conductors as well: Andy Gordon, Allie Dean, Xander Helvie, and Cale Roberts.
The April 23rd concert will feature two high school honor bands and a middle school honor band. Additionally, this concert will feature more music by our guest composer Nubia Jaime-DonJuan as well as our guest percussion soloist Dr. Stephen Busath, but will also feature music by our other guest composer—who will conduct his own works—Columbian Dr. Rúben Darío Gómez from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
Cost
$10/students free
Organizer
Fri19Apr8:30 PMFri11:00 PMSalsa at the CAC
Time
April 19, 2024 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Location
Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
305 SW Water St
Event Details
Salsa at CAC Friday, April 19, 2023 – Every 3rd Friday Introductory Dance Lesson: 8:30-9:30 pm Learn the basics of several Latin Dances Open Dancing: 9:30-midnight
Event Details
Salsa at CAC
Friday, April 19, 2023 – Every 3rd Friday
Introductory Dance Lesson: 8:30-9:30 pm
Learn the basics of several Latin Dances
Open Dancing: 9:30-midnight
Cost
ADMISSION AT THE DOOR ONLY: $8.00 nonmembers, $5.00 CAC members
Sat20Apr12:00 PMSat3:00 PMMake and owl/meet an owl in the gallery
Time
April 20, 2024 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location
Creative Soul
208 N. Second Street, Suite B
Event Details
Fractured Feathers will bring owls, award-winning polymer clay artist Linda Webb will teach a class, and amazing raptor photographer Julie Dodge will be on hand to talk about owl photography!
Event Details
Fractured Feathers will bring owls, award-winning polymer clay artist Linda Webb will teach a class, and amazing raptor photographer Julie Dodge will be on hand to talk about owl photography! If you would like to take Linda’s class, do not wait to reserve a spot. They are going quickly!
Cost
$22 per clay owl or three for $60 Meeting the owls and Julie Dodge is free
Organizer
Sat20Apr1:00 PMSat4:00 PMHomestyle Acoustic by Kirk Wessler: Album Release Party
Time
April 20, 2024 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Event Details
Come out to the party on April 20. Everyone is welcome. If we haven’t met, make sure to say “Hey” and intro yourself. Here’s the schedule: 1 p.m. – Doors open
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Come out to the party on April 20. Everyone is welcome. If we haven’t met, make sure to say “Hey” and intro yourself. Here’s the schedule:
1 p.m. – Doors open for meet and mix and eat and drink
2 p.m. – Lauren Fitzanko Music opens with a 20-minute set
2:20 p.m. – Live performance of the album, backed by Sarah & The Underground
3 p.m. (or thereabouts) – Hang out and party on with cool people. Get your CD autographed. And don’t be a rush to go home. Third Chance opens for regular business at 4 p.m., and you’re more than welcome to stay.
Cost
Free
Organizer
Sat20Apr3:00 PMSat4:30 PMBradley University Presents Isa Luluquisin Student Piano Recital
Time
April 20, 2024 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location
Dingeldine Music Center
1417 W Barker Ave
Event Details
Bradley University music student, Isa Luluquisin, presents a piano recital at 3:00pm on Saturday, April 20 th at Dingeldine Music Center. Isa will be performing works for piano, violin, and
Event Details
Bradley University music student, Isa Luluquisin, presents a piano recital at 3:00pm on
Saturday, April 20 th at Dingeldine Music Center. Isa will be performing works for piano, violin,
and flute by various composers including Chopin, Beethoven, Bach, Saint-Saens, Supercell, and
Rieding.
Admission is free and open to public.
Cost
Free Admission
Organizer
Sat20Apr5:00 PMSat9:00 PMArtHAUS
Time
April 20, 2024 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
Moss Avenue, Peoria, IL
Event Details
2nd Annual ArtHAUS Home/Studio Tour to take place on April 20 & 21, 2024 ArtHAUS is back with an exciting event that will appeal to art lovers, history buffs, and anyone
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2nd Annual ArtHAUS Home/Studio Tour to take place on April 20 & 21, 2024
ArtHAUS is back with an exciting event that will appeal to art lovers, history buffs, and anyone interested in exploring the historical beauty and new creative relevance of Moss Ave in Peoria. On April 20 & 21, 2024 visitors can walk along the historic tree-lined street of Moss Avenue and journey inside five beautiful houses and meet seven world-renowned artists from Peoria and beyond.
Guests will have the opportunity to meet the artists in person, visit some of the artists’ actual working studios, gain insights into their processes, learn facts about the historical homes and be able to purchase incredible and creative works of art.
Cost
$25 pre-sale / $35 at the door
Organizer
Sat20Apr6:30 PMSat8:00 PMBarbie Cabaret
Time
April 20, 2024 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location
NTA Center For Creativity
2442 Centennial Drive, Washington
Event Details
Come and join us for this family-friendly Barbie themed cabaret! A night of all of your favorite Barbie themed songs, including your favorite, “I’m Just Ken”. It will be a
Event Details
Come and join us for this family-friendly Barbie themed cabaret! A night of all of your favorite Barbie themed songs, including your favorite, “I’m Just Ken”. It will be a night to remember full of entertainment & trivia. Don’t forget to wear your favorite Barbie or Ken style!
Cost
$15
Organizer
Sat20Apr7:30 PMSat9:00 PMBradley University Presents Tanner Unruh Student Piano Recital
Time
April 20, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
Dingeldine Music Center
1417 W Barker Ave
Event Details
Bradley University piano student, Tanner Unruh, presents a piano recital at 7:30pm on Saturday, April 20th at Dingeldine Music Center. The program features works from the classical and ragtime traditions
Event Details
Bradley University piano student, Tanner Unruh, presents a piano recital at 7:30pm on
Saturday, April 20th at Dingeldine Music Center. The program features works from the classical
and ragtime traditions with piano pieces by Grieg, Satie, Debussy, Joplin and Settle.
Admission is free and open to public.
Cost
Free Admission
Organizer
Sat20Apr7:30 PMSat10:00 PMMEN ON BOATS
Time
April 20, 2024 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location
Bradley University - Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts
1423 W St. James St
Event Details
10 Explorers. Four Boats. One Grand Canyon. A historical comedy based on the true story of John Wesley Powell’s Colorado River expedition of 1869. Powell and his eccentric boatmen are
Event Details
10 Explorers. Four Boats. One Grand Canyon. A historical comedy based on the true story of John Wesley Powell’s Colorado River expedition of 1869. Powell and his eccentric boatmen are played by a decidedly non-male cast in this surreal sendup of Manly Men, Manifest Destiny, and American myth.
Cost
$25 Adults / $20 Seniors /Faculty / $10 Students
Organizer
Bradley University - Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts
1423 W St. James StBradley University - Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts
Time
April 20, 2024 7:30 PM
Location
Peoria Civic Center
201 SW Jefferson Ave
Event Details
Don’t miss our seventh concert of the season, Voyage, featuring guest conductor and pianist Louis Lohraseb and vocalist Erica Petrocelli, soprano. Come on a journey with the PSO as we
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Don’t miss our seventh concert of the season, Voyage, featuring guest conductor and pianist Louis Lohraseb and vocalist Erica Petrocelli, soprano. Come on a journey with the PSO as we encounter pieces by Wolfgang Mozart, Richard Strauss, and Pyotr Tchaikovsky.
Cost
Single Tickets start at $40
Organizer
Sun21Apr1:00 PMSun5:00 PMArtHAUS
Time
April 21, 2024 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location
Moss Avenue, Peoria, IL
Event Details
2nd Annual ArtHAUS Home/Studio Tour to take place on April 20 & 21, 2024 ArtHAUS is back with an exciting event that will appeal to art lovers, history buffs, and anyone
Event Details
2nd Annual ArtHAUS Home/Studio Tour to take place on April 20 & 21, 2024
ArtHAUS is back with an exciting event that will appeal to art lovers, history buffs, and anyone interested in exploring the historical beauty and new creative relevance of Moss Ave in Peoria. On April 20 & 21, 2024 visitors can walk along the historic tree-lined street of Moss Avenue and journey inside five beautiful houses and meet seven world-renowned artists from Peoria and beyond.
Guests will have the opportunity to meet the artists in person, visit some of the artists’ actual working studios, gain insights into their processes, learn facts about the historical homes and be able to purchase incredible and creative works of art.
Cost
$25 pre-sale / $35 at the door
Organizer
Sun21Apr2:00 PMSun4:30 PMMEN ON BOATS
Time
April 21, 2024 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location
Bradley University - Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts
1423 W St. James St
Event Details
10 Explorers. Four Boats. One Grand Canyon. A historical comedy based on the true story of John Wesley Powell’s Colorado River expedition of 1869. Powell and his eccentric boatmen are
Event Details
10 Explorers. Four Boats. One Grand Canyon. A historical comedy based on the true story of John Wesley Powell’s Colorado River expedition of 1869. Powell and his eccentric boatmen are played by a decidedly non-male cast in this surreal sendup of Manly Men, Manifest Destiny, and American myth.
Cost
$25 Adults / $20 Seniors /Faculty / $10 Students
Organizer
Bradley University - Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts
1423 W St. James StBradley University - Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts
Sun21Apr3:00 PMSun4:30 PMThe Bradley University Chorale & The Bradley Community Chorus
Time
April 21, 2024 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location
First Federated Church
3601 N Sheridan, Peoria IL 61604
Event Details
The Bradley Chorale and the Bradley Community Chorus will present a joint concert entitled “Peace” on Sunday, April 21 at 3:00pm. The program will include selections from Eric Whitacre, Gwyneth
Event Details
The Bradley Chorale and the Bradley Community Chorus will present a joint concert entitled “Peace” on Sunday, April 21 at 3:00pm. The program will include selections from Eric Whitacre, Gwyneth Walker, Jacob Narverud, Antonio Vivaldi, Ola Gjeilo, as well as a variety of others.
The Bradley Chorale is conducted by Dr. Cory Boulton, and the Bradley Community Chorus is conducted by Dr. Lara Reem.
The concert will be held on Sunday, April 21 at 3:00 pm at First Federated Church, 3601 N. Sheridan, Peoria. Tickets are $10 (students are free) and are available at the door. For more information, please contact Dr. Boulton at [email protected], Dr. Reem at [email protected], or call (309) 677-2595.
Cost
$10/students free
Organizer
Mon22Apr9:00 AMMon2:00 PMSun Foundation 31st Clean Water Celebration
Time
April 22, 2024 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location
Peoria Civic Center
201 SW Jefferson Ave
Event Details
Join in the fun APRIL 22, 2024 for an INTERACTIVE Celebration of Water! Join local legend Garry Moore and storyteller Brian “Fox” Ellis with special guests the Peoria High School Drumline
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Join in the fun APRIL 22, 2024 for an INTERACTIVE Celebration of Water!
Join local legend Garry Moore and storyteller Brian “Fox” Ellis with special guests the Peoria High School Drumline to explore the many ways that water connects us all.
Bring your rhythm and voice and join us in the songs and stories of water. Help us create a wave for celebrating the ways in which water connects us to all life. Participate in a Parade of Waters: Each school brings a small water sample of their source water supply to participate in the Parade of Waters. A student representative from each school will go on stage to pour a water sample from their community and announce the school and the water sample source. Interactive graphics will pin the location and show the path that this water normally takes to the ocean.
The Clean Water Celebration is the world’s largest clean water festival and has become a model for other water festivals across the country.
“Since 1994 Sun Foundation in partnership with Illinois American Water has provided participants of the Clean Water Celebration a look at water from many perspectives,” said Navigating Committee Chair, Karen Zuckerman. “They interact with scientists, artists, community college and university instructors, government agencies, conservation groups, youth activists and come away with not only how important water as a resource is and actions that they can take to care for it, but the many career paths it supports and why science, technology, engineering, art and math are among the skills needed in these fields.”
The 31st Clean Water Celebration takes place Monday, April 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Peoria Civic Center with an emphasis on educating local students, grades 4 -12, their teachers and the community as a whole. The event is free for all. Participants may choose from presentations on green initiatives, sustainability and conservation, storytelling, STEM and STEAM activities and interactive, hands-on exhibits.
Free and open to all, registration for schools and groups is required to ensure seating. School and group registration can be found https://www.sunfoundation.org/clean-water-celebration-school-group-registration. Members of the public can attend without registering and a walk-in schedule will be available the day of the event.
Teachers are encouraged to make the Clean Water Celebration a field trip as all parts of the event meet Illinois Learning Standards. For questions contact Karen Zuckerman at 309-231-7451 or email [email protected]. Funds are available to assist in school transportation costs.
Cost
Free
Organizer
Time
April 22, 2024 11:00 AM - May 15, 2024 1:00 PM
Location
Peoria County Courthouse
324 Main St
Event Details
Welcome to the 38th annual Gerald M. Brookhart Arts in Education Series Spring Celebration! This year, each weekday from April 22nd, 2024 to May 15th, 2024, the talents of students
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Welcome to the 38th annual Gerald M. Brookhart Arts in Education Series Spring Celebration! This year, each weekday from April 22nd, 2024 to May 15th, 2024, the talents of students from local schools across central Illinois will resonate across the Peoria County Courthouse! Starting at 11:00AM through 1:00PM each weekday, arts in education will come alive and we hope you will join us!
The first day, April 22nd, the program kicks off at the Peoria Riverfront museum, featuring jazz performances from three local schools in recognition of International Jazz Month at 11:00AM.
Then, Tuesday April 23rd through May 15th, the program moves to the grounds of the Peoria County Courthouse. Lunchtime will mean so much more if you come out to support the arts in education! The attached flyer explains it all!
For updated and detailed information, please go to www.springcelebration.org and we will see you downtown in April!
Cost
Free
Time
April 22, 2024 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Event Details
Enjoy Jazz from the talented middle school students of Chillicothe, Dunlap and Germantown Hills at the beautiful Riverfront Museum during your lunch hour! Kicking off the Gerald M Brookhart Arts
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Enjoy Jazz from the talented middle school students of Chillicothe, Dunlap and Germantown Hills at the beautiful Riverfront Museum during your lunch hour! Kicking off the Gerald M Brookhart Arts in education spring celebration April 23 to May 15 involving hundreds of students at the Peoria County Courthouse during lunch hour!
Cost
Free
Tue23Apr6:30 PMTue8:00 PMBradley University BANDORAMAPALOOZAFEST 2024
Time
April 23, 2024 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location
Bradley Renaissance Coliseum
1600 W Main St, Peoria, IL 61606
Event Details
The April 23rd concert will feature two high school honor bands and a middle school honor band. Additionally, this concert will feature more music by our guest composer Nubia Jaime-DonJuan
Event Details
The April 23rd concert will feature two high school honor bands and a middle school honor band. Additionally, this concert will feature more music by our guest composer Nubia Jaime-DonJuan as well as our guest percussion soloist Dr. Stephen Busath, but will also feature music by our other guest composer—who will conduct his own works—Columbian Dr. Rúben Darío Gómez from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
Cost
$10/students free
Organizer
Wed24Apr2:30 PMWed3:30 PMTot Time
Time
April 24, 2024 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Event Details
During this program for children 1 to 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration. Each class
Event Details
During this program for children 1 to 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration. Each class includes songs and musical instruments, a read-aloud story, time for play, and a visual art activity. Look for a different theme each week!
Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $5 for members, $7 for non-members. Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Plus PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only): $17 per child and $10 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
Cost
$5 per child for members | $7 per child non-members
Wed24Apr4:30 PMWed7:00 PMApril Intercambio
Time
April 24, 2024 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
Betty Jayne Brimmer Center for the Performing Arts
1327 E Kelly Ave
Event Details
Arts Intercambio: A Young Professionals Visioning Session April 24th, Cafe Santa Rosa, Peoria Heights Doors and Networking 4:30pm; Event 5:30pm-7pm There is no cost Register here: https://artspartners.net/april-intercambio/ “Intercambio,” meaning “exchange” or
Event Details
Arts Intercambio: A Young Professionals Visioning Session
April 24th, Cafe Santa Rosa, Peoria Heights
Doors and Networking 4:30pm; Event 5:30pm-7pm
There is no cost
Register here: https://artspartners.net/april-intercambio/
“Intercambio,” meaning “exchange” or “interchange,” will be a relaxed event where emerging arts professionals (either artists or those working within arts organizations) and young professionals throughout the Greater Peoria region gather for a listening and visioning session to discuss ways to enhance collaborations between individuals and organizations/corporations. The goal is to increase and create new art experiences and opportunities for the public in central Illinois. This event is a collaboration between ArtsPartners of Central Illinois and the Peoria Women’s Club.
Coffee and snacks will be provided. Other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase.
Who this event is for:
For young and emerging artists and arts leaders who want to exchange ideas and share needs; young professionals interested in learning more about Greater Peoria’s arts and culture and contributing to the needs of area artists and arts organizations.
Needs addressed:
Greater Peoria has many things to offer — among those offerings are arts and culture. But how do we collaborate? If you’re an artist, how do you get outside of the “arts bubble”? If you’re an emerging arts leader, how do you connect with potential new patrons? And if you’re not involved in the arts, how do you even begin to find ways to become involved? (And why would you want to, anyway?)
The goal:
Identify important objectives and outcomes for growing the presence of arts and culture in Greater Peoria, specifically among young professionals and emerging arts leaders and artists. This could include events, collaborations — or whatever we dream up. We want everyone to leave with new connections that are beneficial professionally and align with your values.
How:
We will have group discussions that will be facilitated by Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois and Lynette Steger of the Peoria Women’s Club, all while table leaders facilitate micro-discussions at individual tables.
Cost
Free
Organizer
Wed24Apr6:00 PMWed8:00 PMPeoria Art Salon
Time
April 24, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
3601 N North Street
Event Details
Peoria-area artists are invited to this two-hour social event held the 4th Wednesday of every month. Bring your own beverage and come connect with other visual artists. Enter by the
Event Details
Peoria-area artists are invited to this two-hour social event held the 4th Wednesday of every month. Bring your own beverage and come connect with other visual artists. Enter by the door on the east end of the building facing War Memorial Drive.
Cost
free
Organizer
Thu25Apr10:00 AMThu11:00 AMTot Time
Time
April 25, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Event Details
During this program for children 1 to 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration. Each class
Event Details
During this program for children 1 to 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration. Each class includes songs and musical instruments, a read-aloud story, time for play, and a visual art activity. Look for a different theme each week!
Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $5 for members, $7 for non-members. Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Plus PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only): $17 per child and $10 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
Cost
$5 per child for members | $7 per child non-members
Thu25Apr6:30 PMThu9:00 PMPeoria Historical Society - Trivia Night
Time
April 25, 2024 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
WTVP
101 State St
Event Details
Peoria Historical Society Trivia Night featuring H Wayne Wilson, emcee! See how much you know about Peoria, both past and present. Join us at the WTVP Studio, 101 State Street, Peoria,
Event Details
Peoria Historical Society Trivia Night featuring H Wayne Wilson, emcee! See how much you know about Peoria, both past and present.
Join us at the WTVP Studio, 101 State Street, Peoria, IL 61602.
Doors open at 6:30 pm and Trivia games begins at 7 pm. Snacks will be provided, but you can also bring your own. Beer, wine, soft drinks and mulligans will be available to purchase as well. PHS members receive a mulligan at the door!
Prizes: Multiple gift cards to some of your favorite area restaurants in addition to passes to PHS homes and tours!
Tickets: $30 each or $200 for a table of 8. Purchase tickets online at 309tix.com or call 309-674-1921.
Cost
$30.00
Organizer
Fri26Apr6:30 PMFri8:30 PMLive at the Five Spot: Pippi & Daniel
Time
April 26, 2024 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location
Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
305 SW Water St
Event Details
Live music at the CAC – Pippi Ardennia & Daniel L Leahy are eclectic, stylistic composers & performers that will share their favorite original compositions and the standards they most
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Live music at the CAC – Pippi Ardennia & Daniel L Leahy are eclectic, stylistic composers & performers that will share their favorite original compositions and the standards they most love. Their eight-piece band produces the perfect blend of Jazz, Soul, Blues, Gospel and R&B with thought provoking lyrics. Learn more at www.pndmusic.com
Cost
Tickets in Advance Online: $8-members, $12-nonmembers fees (until 5pm day of event). Tickets at the door*: $12-Members, $16-nonmembers
Fri26Apr7:00 PMFri8:45 PMPeoria Ballet Presents - Sleeping Beauty
Time
April 26, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Event Details
Peoria Ballet presents this magical story of a beautiful princess brought to life through dance. Be enchanted by elaborate costumes, lively music, and full cast of fairytale characters! Perfect for
Event Details
Peoria Ballet presents this magical story of a beautiful princess brought to life through dance. Be enchanted by elaborate costumes, lively music, and full cast of fairytale characters! Perfect for children and adults of all ages!
Friday, April 26 at 7pm
Saturday, April 27 at Noon & 4pm
Plus – Meet & Greet following both shows on April 27: $10/child. Come up on stage to meet the dancers and take photos.
Cost
Adults: $25 Child/Student: $10 (including full-time college students with ID)
Organizer
Fri26Apr7:00 PMFri9:00 PMBallet to Broadway!
Time
April 26, 2024 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
Central Illinois Ballet
5201 W War Memorial Drive Suite 440
Event Details
This new, mixed repertoire production celebrates all things Broadway, paying homage to beloved classics such as Cats, West Side Story, Chicago, and more! With all-new, original works including Ballet, Tap,
Event Details
This new, mixed repertoire production celebrates all things Broadway, paying homage to beloved classics such as Cats, West Side Story, Chicago, and more! With all-new, original works including Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Contemporary, this show will have audiences singing and dancing in their seats!
Cost
$25 Adults; $20 Children (13 and under) and Seniors (65 and older)
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Fri26Apr7:30 PMFri9:00 PMBradley Groove Project and The Bradley Jazz Singers
Time
April 26, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
Dingeldine Music Center
1417 W Barker Ave
Event Details
The Bradley University Groove Project, under the direction of Dr. Todd Kelly, and the Bradley Jazz Singers, directed by Spencer Rockford will present a concert on Friday April 26 at
Event Details
The Bradley University Groove Project, under the direction of Dr. Todd Kelly, and the
Bradley Jazz Singers, directed by Spencer Rockford will present a concert on Friday
April 26 at 7:30 pm in the Dingeldine Music Center. The concert will also be live
streamed from the Bradley Music Department web page.
The Groove Project is a New Orleans style brass band that performs all music by ear.
Bradley Jazz Singers is the newest addition to Bradley’s jazz offerings.
Under the direction of Dr. Kelly, the jazz program at Bradley includes a big band, New
Orleans brass band, jazz combo, vocal jazz group, and courses in American Music
History, Jazz Improvisation, and Jazz Arranging. Bradley students can minor in Jazz
Studies.
Admission is $10.00, and free for students.
Cost
$10/students free
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Sat27Apr12:00 PMSat1:45 PMPeoria Ballet Presents - Sleeping Beauty
Time
April 27, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Event Details
Peoria Ballet presents this magical story of a beautiful princess brought to life through dance. Be enchanted by elaborate costumes, lively music, and full cast of fairytale characters! Perfect for
Event Details
Peoria Ballet presents this magical story of a beautiful princess brought to life through dance. Be enchanted by elaborate costumes, lively music, and full cast of fairytale characters! Perfect for children and adults of all ages!
Friday, April 26 at 7pm
Saturday, April 27 at Noon & 4pm
Plus – Meet & Greet following both shows on April 27: $10/child. Come up on stage to meet the dancers and take photos.
Cost
Adults: $25 Child/Student: $10 (including full-time college students with ID)
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Sat27Apr12:00 PMSat3:00 PMBIOBLITZ
Time
April 27, 2024 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location
Wildlife Prairie Park
3826 N Taylor Rd
Event Details
Help us record the plants, animals, and fungi species on 1800-acres of Wildlife Prairie Park from 12 – 3pm on April 27. Let’s celebrate Earth Day by making as many
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Help us record the plants, animals, and fungi species on 1800-acres of Wildlife Prairie Park from 12 – 3pm on April 27. Let’s celebrate Earth Day by making as many observations as we can and catalog the biodiversity of WPP.
Anyone can be a naturalist with iNaturalist. Just download the app and upload a picture of the wildlife you observe at the Park. The app will even help you identify what you see!
Come to the Park and learn about iNaturalist and put it into action by making observations.
Start at Forest Hall Education Center for an introductory presentation at 12pm and hike with us over to floodplain trail to make some observations. Check out the Spring Bioblitz Project Page (https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/wpp-bioblitz-2-4-27-24), that will post real time updates during the Bioblitz.
This event is FREE with paid admission. Admission is FREE for WPP Members.
Cost
This event is FREE with paid admission. Admission is FREE for WPP Members
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Sat27Apr2:00 PMSat4:00 PMBallet to Broadway!
Time
April 27, 2024 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location
Central Illinois Ballet
5201 W War Memorial Drive Suite 440
Event Details
This new, mixed repertoire production celebrates all things Broadway, paying homage to beloved classics such as Cats, West Side Story, Chicago, and more! With all-new, original works including Ballet, Tap,
Event Details
This new, mixed repertoire production celebrates all things Broadway, paying homage to beloved classics such as Cats, West Side Story, Chicago, and more! With all-new, original works including Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Contemporary, this show will have audiences singing and dancing in their seats!
Cost
$25 Adults; $20 Children (13 and under) and Seniors (65 and older)
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Sat27Apr4:00 PMSat5:45 PMPeoria Ballet Presents - Sleeping Beauty
Time
April 27, 2024 4:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Event Details
Peoria Ballet presents this magical story of a beautiful princess brought to life through dance. Be enchanted by elaborate costumes, lively music, and full cast of fairytale characters! Perfect for
Event Details
Peoria Ballet presents this magical story of a beautiful princess brought to life through dance. Be enchanted by elaborate costumes, lively music, and full cast of fairytale characters! Perfect for children and adults of all ages!
Friday, April 26 at 7pm
Saturday, April 27 at Noon & 4pm
Plus – Meet & Greet following both shows on April 27: $10/child. Come up on stage to meet the dancers and take photos.
Cost
Adults: $25 Child/Student: $10 (including full-time college students with ID)
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Sat27Apr5:00 PMNo More Happy Days at the Neighborhood BBQ
Time
April 27, 2024 5:00 PM
Location
Barracks Hospitality Banquet Center
1224 W Pioneer Pkwy Peoria, IL
Event Details
Welcome to the annual neighborhood BBQ! The year is 1955 and what a great year it’s been… so far! Everyone always looks forward to the annual BBQ; it’s a time
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Welcome to the annual neighborhood BBQ! The year is 1955 and what a great year it’s been… so far! Everyone always looks forward to the annual BBQ; it’s a time to relax, meet new neighbors, and catch up with old friends. No matter what the occasion, there is always bound to be a little neighborly gossip and drama. A storm is brewing at this neighborly gathering, and there may not be any more “Happy Days” in this neighborhood! This is a fundraising event for Chillicothe Players Theatre. Please show your support.
Cost
50
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Sat27Apr5:00 PMSat8:00 PMNo More Happy Days at the Neighborhood BBQ
Time
April 27, 2024 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location
Barracks Banquet Center & Catering
1224 W Pioneer Prkwy
Event Details
Welcome to the annual neighborhood BBQ! The year is 1955 and what a great year it’s been… so far! Everyone always looks forward to the annual BBQ; it’s a time
Event Details
Welcome to the annual neighborhood BBQ! The year is 1955 and what a great year it’s been… so far! Everyone always looks forward to the annual BBQ; it’s a time to relax, meet new neighbors, and catch up with old friends. No matter what the occasion, there is always bound to be a little neighborly gossip and drama. A storm is brewing at this neighborly gathering, and there may not be any more “Happy Days” in this neighborhood!
FUNDRAISER FOR CHILLICOTHE PLAYERS THEATRE
Cost
$50
Sat27Apr7:00 PMSat9:00 PMBallet to Broadway!
Time
April 27, 2024 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
Central Illinois Ballet
5201 W War Memorial Drive Suite 440
Event Details
This new, mixed repertoire production celebrates all things Broadway, paying homage to beloved classics such as Cats, West Side Story, Chicago, and more! With all-new, original works including Ballet, Tap,
Event Details
This new, mixed repertoire production celebrates all things Broadway, paying homage to beloved classics such as Cats, West Side Story, Chicago, and more! With all-new, original works including Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Contemporary, this show will have audiences singing and dancing in their seats!
Cost
$25 Adults; $20 Children (13 and under) and Seniors (65 and older)
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Sat27Apr7:00 PMSat9:30 PMSpring Magic Show
Time
April 27, 2024 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location
Expo Gardens Opera House
1601 W Northmoor Rd. Peoria, IL
Event Details
Family friendly magic show featuring national, regional, and local acts.
Event Details
Family friendly magic show featuring national, regional, and local acts.
Cost
$20. (kids under 12 free)
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Sat27Apr7:30 PMSat9:00 PMBradley Jazz Ensembles to present their Spring Concert
Time
April 27, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
Dingeldine Music Center
1417 W Barker Ave
Event Details
The Bradley University Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Todd Kelly, will present their Spring Concert on Saturday, April 27 at 7:30 pm in the Dingeldine Music Center. They have
Event Details
The Bradley University Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Todd Kelly, will present
their Spring Concert on Saturday, April 27 at 7:30 pm in the Dingeldine Music Center.
They have brought many world-renowned jazz clinicians and soloists to the Bradley campus,
including Mike Lee, The Mike Vax Big Band, Matt Wilson, Rachael Lee, Allen Vizzutti, Ron
Jones, Tom Garling, Byron Stripling, Chris Vadala, the Jeff Hamilton Trio, Wayne Bergeron,
Denis DiBlasio, Michael Davis, Wycliffe Gordon, Bobby Shew, Dennis Mackrel, Ray
Anderson, and Tamir Hendelman Each spring, the Bradley Jazz Festival is held on campus.
They also perform a yearly tribute concert – past tributes have included Duke Ellington,
Count Basie, Woody Herman, Buddy Rich, Stan Kenton, Frank Sinatra, and “A Tribute to
the Golden Age of Swing.”
Dr. Todd Kelly, Professor of Music, directs the Bradley Jazz Ensemble and Groove Project
and he is the Chair of the Department of Music. He is in demand throughout the Midwest as
a soloist and clinician.
Admission for this concert is $10.00 for adults and free for students.
Cost
$10/students free
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Sat27Apr8:00 PMSat9:30 PMComedy @ The Waterhouse: Jack Baker
Time
April 27, 2024 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location
The Waterhouse
316 SW Washington St
Event Details
RATING: R (language, adult themes) Presented by Playing In Peoria, COMEDY @ The Waterhouse continues with Chicago’s JACK BAKER! The show will be hosted by Playing in Peoria owner ANDREW
Event Details
RATING: R (language, adult themes)
Presented by Playing In Peoria, COMEDY @ The Waterhouse continues with Chicago’s JACK BAKER!
The show will be hosted by Playing in Peoria owner ANDREW FARRAHER with opening act(s) announced soon!
A staple of comedy in and around Chicago, JACK BAKER has built a reputation for himself as a heavyweight with his unique blend of intimate stories and subversive observations. A regular at The Comedy Vault, The Improv, and CG’s Comedy Club, JACK has delighted audiences for more than 13 years, sharing the stage with such comedic powerhouses as Bobcat Goldthwait, Dan Gould, and Liza Treyger. His debut special, |Jack Baker’s Disease” just passed 60,000 views on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYaU1ApQZoA
Admission is $25pp and seating is reserved. The bar will open and seating will begin 1 hour before the show at 7p with the show starting at 8p. The show will last approximately 90 minutes.
Cost
$25
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Sun28Apr2:00 PMSun4:00 PMBallet to Broadway!
Time
April 28, 2024 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location
Central Illinois Ballet
5201 W War Memorial Drive Suite 440
Event Details
This new, mixed repertoire production celebrates all things Broadway, paying homage to beloved classics such as Cats, West Side Story, Chicago, and more! With all-new, original works including Ballet, Tap,
Event Details
This new, mixed repertoire production celebrates all things Broadway, paying homage to beloved classics such as Cats, West Side Story, Chicago, and more! With all-new, original works including Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Contemporary, this show will have audiences singing and dancing in their seats!
Cost
$25 Adults; $20 Children (13 and under) and Seniors (65 and older)
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Sun28Apr3:00 PMSun4:00 PMKnox Music Department Faculty Showcase
Time
April 28, 2024 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location
Kresge Recital Hall
2 East South Street, Galesburg Illinois 61401
Event Details
The Knox College Music Department proudly presents the inaugural Faculty Showcase, featuring music from Madeline Wood, Semenya McCord, Andy Crawford, Scott Anderson, Rocío Jiménez, Tyler Demaree, Mason Boore, and more!
Event Details
The Knox College Music Department proudly presents the inaugural Faculty Showcase, featuring music from Madeline Wood, Semenya McCord, Andy Crawford, Scott Anderson, Rocío Jiménez, Tyler Demaree, Mason Boore, and more!
Free and open to the public!
3pm, Sunday April 28th, 2024
Kresge Recital Hall
Cost
Free
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Sun28Apr3:00 PMSun4:30 PMBradley Chamber Music Concert
Time
April 28, 2024 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location
Dingeldine Music Center
1417 W Barker Ave
Event Details
A concert featuring student chamber music ensembles from the Bradley Department of Music will be presented Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 pm in Dingeldine Music Center, 1417 W. Barker Avenue.
Event Details
A concert featuring student chamber music ensembles from the Bradley Department of Music will be presented Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 pm in Dingeldine Music Center, 1417 W. Barker Avenue. This concert is free and open to the public.
The ensembles performing are a string quintet, brass quintet, cello duo, piano trio, and a woodwind quintet. The compositions are by W. A. Mozart, Astor Piazzolla, Jean-Baptiste Barriere, Robert Muczynski and Eric Ewazen, plus a trio composed by Bradley senior pianist Seth Metcalfe.
The chamber music ensembles are coached by Marcia Henry Liebenow, Research Assistant Professor of Violin, Viola, and Chamber Music at Bradley and Concertmaster of the Peoria Symphony Orchestra. Please call 677-2602 for more information.
Cost
Free Admission
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Time
April 28, 2024 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Event Details
You are invited to our Spring Opera Recital on Sunday, April 28 at 4:00 p.m. at the Peoria Riverfront Museum. We are pleased to offer a full recital presented by
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You are invited to our Spring Opera Recital on Sunday, April 28 at 4:00 p.m. at the Peoria Riverfront Museum. We are pleased to offer a full recital presented by Miracle Amah, soprano and John Orfe, piano. You won’t want to miss it!
Join us for an afternoon of beautiful music, engaging performance, friendships, and a small reception.
Adults: $30; Students: $10
Purchase tickets at the door on the day of the recital, or use this link: https://square.link/u/q27whjMv
If you purchase online, you will check in at the door – no ticket is needed.
Miracle Amah Bio
A native of Nigeria, Miracle Amah is a librettist and a soprano presently based in the United States. She performs various genres of music which includes opera, art songs, oratorios, popular music, contemporary music, negro spirituals, jazz music etc. Dr. Amah has played major roles in several opera productions. Her staged performances include recitals, masterclasses, scenes and full opera productions in Nigeria, Canada, Russia, Germany, Dubai and the United States.
Cost
$30.00 Adult/ $10.00 Student