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FEATURED EVENTS
Love Letters
Love Letters is a Pulitizer Prize For Drama nominated play by A.R Gurney. The play centers on just two characters, Melissa Gardner and Andrew Makepeace Ladd III.
They sit side by side at tables and read the notes, letters and cards - in which over nearly 50 years, they discuss their hopes and ambitions, dreams and disappointments, victories and defeats - that have passed between them throughout their separated lives. The Grand production stars Carole Ryan Sullivan and Mark Haman and is directed by Virginia Darby. Set designed by Jan Lavacek.
Thrilling Magic and Illusions with Tristan Crist
Experience one of the largest touring illusion shows on the road today! Illusionist Tristan Crist blends traditional magic and cutting-edge illusion to create an incredible theatrical performance for the entire family audience.
BINGO ~ The Musical
BINGO – The winning new musical by Michael Heitzman & Ilene Reid. The New York Times said, “Bingo turns grandmas favorite form of gambling into fun loving musical theater. Catchy peppy songs.” The Grand hosts the Iowa premier of this off-Broadway hit.
Hunter Fuerste's ~ Swing Out
Hunter Fuerste’s American Vintage Orchestra – A 14 piece swing band plus vocalists Bryan Anthony, Amy Dolan and The Penthouse Serenaders vocal group combine to authentically recreate the music of the big band era. Great music chosen from a library of more than 400 classic swing band orchestrations.
The Love Knot
World Premier of a new adult comedy. "Sometimes love takes you to unexpected places - like operating tables." An electrifying new comedy which gives new meaning to family ties. It's perfect for date night.
Rocky Horror Picture Show
The ultimate Halloween audience participation experience! Pre-show music by Betty & The Headlights at 7pm. Movie at 9pm. A "goodie bag" is provided. No need to bring your own.
Five By Design
Internationally acclaimed jazz/swing vocal group presents Richie's House of Jazz featuring saxophone legend Richie Cole and guest high school jazz choirs.
Chapter Six Christmas Show
Chapter 6 is a professional a cappella ensemble comprised of six vocalists and one arranger, Chapter 6 is the only vocal ensemble to win both The International Competition of Collegiate A Cappella (2001) and the prestigious National Harmony Sweepstakes (2004). Chapter 6 has appeared with The National Symphony Orchestra at The Kennedy Center, and was featured on "American Idol: Season 7" in conjunction with bandmate Luke Menard’s Top 16 run. The Dubuque Arts Council and The Grand are proud to present their CHRISTMAS CONCERT.
The Nutcracker
The mysterious Dr. Drosselmeyer arrives at the Stahlbaum Christmas with a special gift for Clara - a wooden nutcracker. As she falls asleep under the huge Christmas tree the room fills with giant mice that attack Clara. Life-size toy soldiers, led by her valiant Nutcracker, come to her rescue. The King Rat attacks the Nutcracker, but Clara hits him with her shoe and the Nutcracker wins the battle and is transformed into a handsome prince. Their adventures continue into the Land of Snow, across the Lemonade Sea and into the Kingdom of Sweets. As the adventure draws to a close, Clara drifts off to sleep. She awakens in bed, as the Nutcracker Prince salutes his princess Clara. An annual Christmas classic performed by the Dubuque City Youth Ballet you don’t want to miss!
