20 Oct 2021

Riverside Theatre's “The Grand Inquisitor,” October 21 through 31

By Reader Staff

A masterpiece of world literature evocatively re-imagined for the stage, Riverside Theatre's one-act drama The Grand Inquisitor enjoys an October 21 through 31 run in the University of Iowa's intimate Main Library Gallery, the hypnotic monologue adapted by Marie-Hélène Estienne from the legendary text by Fyodor Dostoevsky.

13 Oct 2021

“Island Song,” October 21 through 24

By Reader Staff

Described by Chicago Theatre Review as “an inventive and beautiful work of art for these difficult times,” the cabaret-style musical Island Song opens Augustana College's 2021-22 season of student-directed works, the show's October 21 through 24 run sure to demonstrate why BritishTheatre.com's Julian Eaves raved, “I guarantee it will stay with you -marvelously – long after you make your way home.”

12 Oct 2021

“Winnie the Pooh,” October 16 through 24

By Reader Staff

Some of the most beloved figures in children's-book history, and perhaps in all of literary history, will be brought to life October 16 through 24 when Davenport Junior Theatre hosts its new production of Winnie the Pooh, the theatrical opener to the company's 70th season and its official 2021-2022 declaration: “Shows Are Free for All to See.”

12 Oct 2021

“The Rocky Horror Show,” October 22 through 31

By Reader Staff

If Halloween is approaching, it must be time for that annual theatrical command: “Let's do the 'Time Warp' again!” Consequently, the Circa '21 Speakeasy will stage its sixth-annual presentation of the cult-musical smash The Rocky Horror Show from October 22 through 31, treating audiences to live performances of classic songs in this nutty, interactive experience that has been delighting show regulars and virgins alike for close to 50 years.

11 Oct 2021

Couples Therapy: “Company,” at the Black Box Theatre through October 16

By Pamela Briggs

Having just enjoyed a summer refreshingly filled with small-cast productions, I've rarely seen more than a handful of folks gathered together onstage this year. Yet somehow, Company director, lighting and set designer, and venue co-founder David M. Miller – along with choreographer Beth Marsoun – accommodated 14 people on that compact playing area without anyone looking constricted.

11 Oct 2021

Hue-dunit: “Clue: On Stage,” at the Richmond Hill Barn Theatre through October 17

By Madeline Dudziak

I love playing board games. I also love a good night at the theatre, which made Saturday night’s production of Clue: On Stage the perfect combination to bring a smile to my face. Luckily, director Dana Skiles’ Richmond Hill Barn Theatre production lived up to my expectations and provided the anticipated zany and farcical evening.

04 Oct 2021

It Takes Two to Tango: “Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks,” at the Playcrafters Barn Theatre through October 10

By Pamela Briggs

Having seen Saturday's production of Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks, I'd argue that director Jennifer Kingry could not have chosen a more dynamic duo to perform this work than Stephanie Naab and Adam Cerny.

04 Oct 2021

Water, Water, Everywhere, Nor Any Drop You Should Drink: “An Enemy of the People,” at the Mockingbird on Main through October 9

By Madeline Dudziak

It was a fast-paced, immersive night of theatre on Saturday during the Mockingbird on Main’s production of An Enemy of the People.

04 Oct 2021

Back in Baby's Arms: “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline,” at the Timber Lake Playhouse through October 10

By Pamela Briggs

You don't need to know anything about Patsy Cline, one of the all-time queens of country music, to love A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline.

03 Oct 2021

“Wings of Courage,” October 18

By Reader Staff

A remarkable and largely unsung historical figure will be celebrated at the University of Dubuque's Heritage Center on October 18 when the venue and guest presenter Dr. Robert F. Jefferson Jr. present a screening of the theatrical drama Wings of Courage, the astonishing true story of adventurer Eugene Bullard, the first African American to fly a plane in combat.

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