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Summer Theatre in the Quad Cities: 2022

Quad Cities Theatre during the summer of 2022 is thriving. There's something for everyone ranging from the classics to musical theatre to children's shows. So whether you are a theatre aficionado or a performance newbie, take a look at these fantastic options and plan an evening at the theatre!

Center for Living Arts - a youth theatre program in Rock Island, IL

The Center performed delightful theatre at the same time it focuses on the community built among these budding artists and the life-changing messages of the stories we tell. This is a place where everyone is welcome.

Something Rotten: July 15 and 16 at 7 p.m. & July 17th at 1:30 p.m.
RENT: July 29 and 30 at 7 p.m. & July 31 at 1:30 p.m.

Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse - a delightful dinner theatre experience in Rock Island, IL

Circa '21 gives the Quad Cities a taste of broadway with fine dining and professional theatre. Mainstage shows, children's shows, and concert attractions.
Madagascar: June 9 - July 2
Beauty and the Beast: May 20 - July 16
Disaster - July 22 - September 10

Countryside Community Theatre - a community theatre organization partnering with North Scott High School

CCT is dedicated to providing the surrounding community of youth and adults an opportunity to continue their learning and involvement in theatre
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat: June 24-26, July 1-3

Davenport Junior Theatre - a youth theatre program in Davenport, IA

In its 70th year, DJT is seeking ways to knock down barriers that make it difficult for kids and families to experience the arts.
Imagine That: June 24 - 26

Genesius Guild - classic theatre performed outside in Rock Island, IL

Read more about why this writer loves Genesius Guild - Outdoor Classical Theatre in the QC
Sophocles: Electra: July 2, 3, 9, 10
Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night's Dream: July 16, 17, 23, 24
Aristophanes: The Frogs: July 30, 31; August 6, 7

Playcrafters Barn Theatre - a wonderfully traditional theatre experience in Moline, IL

Playcrafters has been producing community theatre in the Quad Cities since 1929, one of the oldest surviving theatre companies in the area.
a raisin in the sun: July 15-17, 22-24
A Christmas Letter Writing Club: August 19-21, 26-28

Quad City Music Guild - a wonderful musical theater experience in Moline, IL

Music Guild is dedicated to providing high-quality entertainment at Prospect Park Auditorium.
Cinderella: July 8-10, 14-17
Jekyll & Hyde The Musical: August 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, & 14 2022

Richmond Hill Players - theatre in the round beneath the original, rustic barn timbers in Geneseo, IL

RHP prides itself in presenting a wide variety of comedies, dramas, and thrillers that local audiences might not otherwise have the opportunity to see.
Silent Sky: July 14-24
Leaving Iowa - a comedy: August 18-28

The Spotlight Theatre - community theatre offering shows for youth and adults in Moline, IL

Located in the Scottish Rite Cathedral, this amazing venue is a family-owned business with a lifetime of experience.
Little Mermaid Jr: June 24-25
Descendents: July 22-23

The Black Box Theatre - an intimate and elegant theatre in Moline, IL

The Black Box Theatee brings the leading edge of theatre where their mission is to foster creativity and art.
Ride the Cyclone: August 11-20

The Mockingbird on Main - a creator-driven arts incubator in Davenport, IA

An inclusive, collaborative, safe, and innovative environment where a variety of classic, contemporary, and original works are presented.
Your Better Self: July 8-9, 15-16


Written by Meghan Cooley

Meghan Cooley moved to the Quad Cities from St. Charles, IL, as an Augustana College student over 20 years ago. She left briefly after graduation and then returned to work in admissions and then marketing at Augustana College for 18 years. She now works as a consultant for admissions marketing and social media. She also does copy editing and writes for the Quad City Moms Blog. Now a true Quad Cities transplant, Meghan lives in Rock Island with her husband, Luke (R.O.W.V.A. and Augustana grad and Modern Woodmen employee) and four boys. She loves living in the Quad Cities and finds it the perfect place to raise a family, plan a date night, and go on adventures.