30 May 2025

Twenty-Ninth Season of Ballet Quad Cities

By Ballet Quad Cities

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 30, 2025) — We are thrilled to announce our 29th season of World Class Ballet! This season promises to include both new works and old favorites. Whether you're a lifelong ballet enthusiast or a curious newcomer, there’s something marvelous waiting for you at every performance. So why not gather your friends, bring your family, and join us in celebrating the beauty of dance together?

02 May 2025

Ballet Quad Cities: It’s Birdies for Charity Time

By Ballet Quad Cities

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 2, 2025) — We are once again participating in Birdies for Charity, a major fundraiser for us. Thanks to you, last year we raised $21,252 through Birdies! All of your contribution — 100% — stayed in the Quad Cities and supported community programming for people of all ages and abilities in area schools, libraries, community centers, and of course on stages.

Did you know? Each year:

20 Feb 2025

Fall in Love with Ballet Quad Cities This Weekend

By Ballet Quad Cities

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (February 20, 2025) — Love, in all its intricate forms, weaves a rich tapestry of human experience, each thread telling a unique story. This weekend, we invite you to witness the enchanting performance of Courtney Lyon's Carmen. Journey with Carmen and Don Jose through the sun-kissed streets of Seville, where their fervent passion ignites against a backdrop of vibrant culture, only to be met with the heart-wrenching tragedy that follows.

20 Oct 2023

Nutcracker Tickets on Sale Now

By Ballet Quad Cities

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 20, 2023) — Ballet Quad Cities’ The Nutcracker, scheduled December 9 at 2PM and 7PM and December 10 at 2PM at The Adler Theatre, Davenport, Iowa has been a hallmark of the holiday season in the Quad Cities for generations. The magic never ends! We pull out all the stops for this dazzling full-stage production: a cast of sixty, live music, falling snow, colorful sets, and our sparkling Sugar Plum Fairy.

27 Mar 2023

"The Rite of Spring," "Bolero," and More, April 22, The Adler Theatre

By Ballet Quad Cities

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 27, 2023) — Igor Stravinsky’s landmark 1913 score The Rite of Spring stars as the inspiration for Courtney Lyon’s cutting-edge abstract ballet. Not seen since its 2014 world premiere, Ballet Quad Cities’ Rite of Spring brings the art and athleticism of dance to life.

Sponsored by: Quad Cities Cultural Trust — Adler Theater Foundation, The Bechtel Trusts, Iowa Arts Council, and Leslie Bell

07 Feb 2022

Love Stories, February 11 and12, Ballet Quad Cities

By Ballet Quad Cities

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (February 7, 2022) — Read All About It! Dance enthusiast, Les Bell, attended a studio rehearsal of Love Stories and here's what he had to say:

 

17 Sep 2021

Halloween Disco Party at the Club! October 21 and 22/Ballet Quad Cities

By Ballet Quad Cities

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (September 17, 2021) — Catch the energy and movement of the ‘70s and disco at the club! Thirteen professional dancers are transforming The Outing Club and bringing electric performances inspired by the legendary era. Celebrate with cocktails and dinner while enjoying the nightclub vibe with the dancer’s dozen. Bring your boogie shoes, too, because the best dressed at the club will be taking home prizes. Go-go boots never looked so good!

20 Mar 2020

New Date for "The Sleeping Beauty"

By Ballet Quad Cities

 

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (March 19, 2020) — Ballet Quad Cities' performances of The Sleeping Beauty and our "VIP Prince and Princess Party" that were scheduled at the Adler Theatre on April 18 have been postponed. Mark your calendars for the NEW performance date of June 18, 2020. We thank everyone for your continued support, and look forward to taking the stage once again. Arts are the essence of life.

13 Mar 2020

Calling All Prince and Princesses!

By Ballet Quad Cities

 

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 13, 2020) — VIP pre-party for children before the performance of The Sleeping Beauty! Arrive at the theatre lobby at 12:45 to have Miss Iowa lead everyone to a secret room back stage for story telling, snacks, tattoos (temporary of course), nail painting, and photos with the ballerinas on stage!

Please note all Prince and Princesses must be accompanied by a ticketed adult.

11 Dec 2019

The Nutcracker This Weekend

By Ballet Quad Cities

 

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 10, 2019) — Boasting Tchaikovsky’s glorious score, Ballet Quad Cities and Orchestra Iowa present The Nutckracker in style. Whether this is your first Nutcracker or your fiftieth, the holidays will not be complete without a visit to the Historic Adler Theatre to cheer on Clara and her prince as they battle the fearsome Rat King, and travel through the magical Land of Snow to the Sugar Plum Fairy’s Kingdom of the Sweets.

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