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.

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

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:

 

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!

 

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (November 26, 2019) — Do you want to expand the impact of professional dance this Giving Tuesday? Share with your friends why you support our local, professional ballet!

There are multiple ways to expand the impact of professional dance on Tuesday, December 3, 2019.

 

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 18, 2019) — Boasting Tchaikovsky’s glorious score, Ballet Quad Cities and Orchestra Iowa present this holiday classic in style. Whether this is your first Nutcracker, or your 50th, 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.

 

QUAD CITIES (July 15, 2019) — Bring the entire family to a free "Dance Me a Story: Exploring Literature Through Ballet" program this summer! Imaginations come to life as we read s story, turn on the music, grab a costume, and DANCE!

 

We will be at the following locations this summer:

 

Musser Public Library on July 15, 22 and 29 and August 5 at 10:30AM

Sherrard Public Library on July 17 at 11AM

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