135 W.8th Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
U. S. 563-588-1305 Map It
FEATURED EVENTS
Grand Pops Orchestra
Sat. May 19th @ 7:30 pm. "Summer Hits of the 50s & 60s" The Grand Pops Orch. & Chorus directed by Paul Hemmer performs a variety of summer songs, including hits of the 50's & 60's including "Theme from A Summer Place", "The Summer Wind," "Moonglow & Love Theme from Picnic" and many more.
Saturday Sept 8 at 7:30 and Sunday Sept 9 at 2pm the Grand Pops performs with the Celtic Soul Duo "Switchback" in the world premier of their song cycle "Falling Water River" - a tribute to the men and women of Operation Desert Storm and subsquent MidEast conflicts.
Saturday Dec 22 at 7:30 and Sunday Dec 23 at 2pm presents "We Remember Christmas" - featuring guest vocalist Peter Oprisko from Chicago. Enjoy a variety of popular Christmas favorites by these great musicians.
Annie
One of America's favorite family musicals returns to the Grand with a large community cast, full orchestra great sets and superb choreography.
**OPENING NIGHT ONLY** June 15, 2012 2 FOR 1 Ticket Special Limited Time only - ends May 31st
Sweeney Todd
Our 3rd annual All-Star high school & college production showcases the amazing talent of young performers from throughout the tri-state area.
**OPENING NIGHT ONLY** July 27, 2012 2 FOR 1 Ticket Special Limited Time only - ends July 14th
Simon & Garfunkel Tribute
AJ Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle have been performing this remarkable tribute to the music of “Simon & Garfunkel” for more than a decade and their sold out shows prove the effect on their audiences is undeniable.
A.J. and Jonathan recreate the memories of the classic hits and obscure songs of “Simon & Garfunkel.” Discover why audiences are cheering for this duo as they capture —the magic of “Simon and Garfunkel.”
Show time is approximately 90 minutes and includes (on average) 25 songs
David Church - Classic Country
David Church has found success despite all odds. He is outside the box, of what Nashville defines as ‘marketable material. Amazingly, without a major hit on mainstream radio or even a record label, Church has millions of fans all over the world. Church has been featured on RFDTV’s popular show, “Midwest Country” for over five years. His popularity throughout the US, Canada, and now Europe continues to soar as he makes regular appearances on the show and tours throughout the world. David has been featured in numerous major country music magazines including, Country Weekly, Country Music Report, Nashville, Music Guide, Dreamwest, The Tub, Indie Islands, and many others.
David returns to the Grand for another evening of classic country favorites.
Ron Hawking ~ Swinging with the Stars
Expanding on the thriving demand for the musical style of artists like Sinatra, Ron Hawking presents "Swingin' with the Stars" – a repertoire of iconic numbers from many great male vocalists of all time including, Bobby Darin, Ray Charles, Billy Joel, and Frankie Valli, to name a few.
Ron Hawking’s success is rooted in his ability to seamlessly step in and out of each personality he portrays on the stage. Going well beyond simply creating an impersonation, Hawking has an uncanny talent to reinterpret and redeliver each song with the same charm and charisma that made the original artists so beloved.
It's big band music, Vegas lounge singers, and musical legends all rolled into one spectacular show.
Hawking has performed at New York’s Carnegie Hall with the Philly Pops Orchestra and has opened for such notables as Carol Channing, Sheena Easton, Robert Klein, and The Temptations, just to name a few.
Maggie Mae ~ Country Music from the Heartland
Direct from Maggie Mae's Cafe in Oxford, Wisconsin, this popular performer of great country music comes to the Grand for one night only. Maggie's recorded 6 best selling CD's.
Hunter Fuerste's ~ Swing Out 2012
One of The Grand's most popular attractions for more than 12 years is the re-creation of swing era music performed by Hunter Fuerste's fabulous 14 piece orchestra, the Penthouse Serenaders, and vocalists Bryan Anthony & Amy Dolan.
Ghosts of the Grand
Many say the Grand is haunted. Paranormal groups confirm the fact that there IS a ghostly presense in the 122 year old theater. Playwright Vince Williams and illusionist Craig Beytien have written a show that's certain to bring chills, thrills and laughter as we recreate paranormal events from our historic past with Al Jolson, John Phillip Sousa, Ethel Barrymore, Nora Bayes, the infamous Cherry Sisters and others. This is family friendly Halloween season fun with comedy, music, and special effects!
Christmas Schooner
Based on the trus story of the Rouse Simmons, a Great Lake Schooner whose captain risks life and limb to transport fir trees from Michigan's upper Peninsula to Chicago's German immigrants during the late 19th century. A holiday classic produced by The Main Street Players for The Grand.
