On display through April 6 at Davenport's German American Heritage Center, the sensitive and touching exhibit With You I Am Myself / Mit Dir bin ich ich finds Israeli artist and photographer Oranit Ben Zimra portraying 12 pairs of friends from Norderstedt, Germany, in words and pictures, the collection forming a beautiful mosaic of German-Israeli friendships.

Lauded by the New York Times as "invigoratingly funny," touring comedian Myq Kaplan brings his acclaimed standup act to Davenport's Renwick Mansion on January 5, his local appearance the latest act in the venue's popular Tomfoolery on Tremont series hosted by beloved comic Chris Schlichting.

A touring variety show full of nostalgia, charm, and awe-inspiring circus performances, A Magical Cirque Christmas jumps, leaps, and flies into Davenport's Adler Theatre on December 23, inviting audiences to be dazzled, enchanted, and filled with holiday cheer as they witness the incredible talents of world-class entertainers performing to favorite seasonal music.

On December 14 and 15, one of the Quad Cities' most adored holiday traditions returns to Davenport's Adler Theatre when the professional talents of Ballet Quad Cities perform Tchaikovsky's holiday dance classic The Nutcracker. This eagerly awaited family experience boasts original choreography by Artistic Director Courtney Lyon, live musical accompaniment by Orchestra Iowa, a cast of 60, and the return of popular guest artist Domingo Rubio, the longtime portrayer of the company's dancing Dracula.