2020-21 PERFORMING ARTS SEASON
THREE NEW SERIES:
GREAT PERFORMANCES
World Class musicians and ensembles will fill the auditorium of The Franklin Theatre with virtuoso musical performances.
Series TicketsBlack Violin
May 22-23, 2021
The band uses their unique blend of classical and hip-hop music to overcome stereotypes while encouraging people of all ages, races, and economic backgrounds to join together to break down cultural barriers. (This show was rescheduled from Sept 19-20, 2020)
The Academy of St. Martin In The Fields Chamber Ensemble
October 22-23, 2021
London-based, one of the world’s finest chamber orchestras, renowned for fresh, brilliant interpretations of the world’s greatest orchestral music. (Rescheduled from Oct 9-10, 2020)
Los Angeles Guitar Quartet
February 19-20, 2021
Comprised of four uniquely accomplished musicians bringing a new energy to the concert stage with programs ranging from Bluegrass to Bach.
Julie Fowlis
October 8-9, 2021
A multi-award winning Gaelic singer who is deeply influenced by her early upbringing in the Outer Hebridean island of North Uist. With a career spanning five studio albums and numerous high profile collaborations, her ‘crystalline’ and ‘intoxicating’ vocals have enchanted audiences around the world.
Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea
January 22-23, 2021
All-female, multi-cultural ensemble expanding the scope of mariachi music. The GRAMMY award-winning group is imbued with the unique musical flavor of Los Angeles.
CELEBRATION OF DANCE
Combining the creativity of artists with the discipline of athletes, these amazing displays of music and movement will bring a whole new energy to Main Street
Series TicketsGiordano Dance Chicago
Feb 12-14, 2021
Presenting new and innovative jazz dance choreography, often redefining and expanding the very definition of jazz dance, bringing the invaluable American art form to audiences and students of all ages and from all ethnic backgrounds.
Rhythmic Circus - Holiday Shuffle
Dec 4-5, 2020
An internationally renowned, 12-member live music and tap dance ensemble whose magnetic, high-energy shows are all about juggling a combination of dancing, humor and music – all wrapped within a bundle of positive messages.
Eireann, A Taste of Ireland
March 12-13, 2021
The fastest and greatest dancers in the land come together to perform the innovative and exciting new show celebrating the very best of Irish culture and history!
Pss Pss
April 23-24, 2021
Two modern-day clowns play out their hilarious and unique pas de deux through the universal language of gesture and look, as they sweep us up in a timeless and award-winning performance with all the seriousness, innocence, and unkindness of the human condition.
Los Vivancos
February 26-27, 2021
Combining flamenco, ballet, martial arts, street dance, theatre and acrobatics with charisma, showmanship, and an exceptional sense of rhythm, these seven brothers are setting audiences ablaze around the world.
FAMILY SPOTLIGHT
Jugglers, magicians, acrobats and some very big dinosaurs will not only entertain but create experiences that will engage and expand young minds while creating experiences families can enjoy together.
Series TicketsMark Nizer 4D Theatre
June 25-26, 2021
A dimension in entertainment as a combination of original comedy, juggling, movement, music and technology that promises a spellbinding evening. (Rescheduled from Sept 25-26, 2020)
JunNk
September 10-11, 2021
Using items commonly found in a junkyard, JunNk combines singing, percussion and comedy to create a world of music and laughter that has never been seen before. (Rescheduled from October 16-17, 2020)
Erth's Dinosaur Zoo Live!
Nov. 21-22, 2020
Observe, meet and interact with an eye-popping collection of amazingly life-like dinosaurs and other creatures presented in a theatrical performance that will thrill and entertain kids while stimulating their imaginations in ways that will forever connect them to their world
Cirque-tacular's, Spooktacular
October 29-30, 2021
Spooks, specters, and scaredy-cats contort and cavort through a high-flying circus of scare. Vampires soar, skeletons stagger, and acrobatic cats romp through a humorously haunted bazaar of the bizarre. Indulge your inner eerie in this family-friendly, bone-chilling delight! (Rescheduled from October 30-31, 2020)
SNAP
Jan 15-16, 2021
Contemporary.Mystery.Performance
This enormously entertaining and very creative magic show boasts a cast of Korea’s greatest illusion artists in an enchanting, engaging and hilarious show like no other.