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KEEP YOURSELF SAFE WHEN PURCHASING TICKETS ONLINE FOR THE ADLER THEATRE
April 21, 2026 - Third-Party Vendor Tickets Can Cost You More Than Just Money DAVENPORT, IA – The Adler Theatre, a VenuWorks-managed organization, continues its commitment to providing patrons  with the best...
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To The Limit - The Ultimate Eagles Experience Announces Stop at the Adler Theatre
April 1, 2026 - Tickets On-Sale Friday at 10 AM DAVENPORT, IA – The Adler Theatre is excited to announce a new event taking centerstage late this summer: To The Limit – The Ultimate Eagles Experience on Saturday,...
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When A Woman’s Fed Up Coming to the Adler Theatre
March 30, 2026 - Tickets On-Sale Friday at 10 AM DAVENPORT, IA – Unlimited Entertainment LLC presents “When a Woman’s Fed Up,” coming to the Adler Theatre on Saturday, June 13th. Tickets go on-sale Friday, April 3rd...
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Gathering of the Green returns to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary
March 16, 2026 - Event runs Wednesday through Saturday By Kate Kopatich and Brad Burton Published: Mar. 16, 2026 at 3:51 PM CDT|Updated: Mar. 18, 2026 at 3:11 PM CDT DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Quad Cities will...
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BLUEY’S BIG PLAY IS COMING TO DAVENPORT IN 2026!
March 10, 2026 - Join Bluey, Bingo, Mum, Dad for a fun-filled live stage adventure at the Adler Theatre on August 11th and 12th! Tickets on presale starting March 11 at 10 AM, general on sale from March 13 at 10 AM...
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Annual Martini Shake Off saddles up to prevent lost potential in QCA youth
February 19, 2026 - Martini Shake Off saddles up at River Center By Kate Kopatich and Haley Ryan Published: Feb. 19, 2026 at 10:41 PM CST|Updated: 12 hours ago DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Quad Cities community came...
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PROTECT YOURSELF THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH SAFE TICKET BUYING PRACTICES FROM THE ADLER THEATRE
December 17, 2025 - Don’t Risk Invalid Tickets or Inflated Prices With Third-Party Vendors DAVENPORT, IA – With the holidays quickly approaching, now, more than ever, is the time to protect your hard-earned dollars....
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Alison Krauss & Union Station Featuring Jerry Douglas Announce Arcadia 2026 Tour
December 8, 2025 - Eagerly Awaited North American Headline Run Gets Underway in Durham, NC on April 24-25, 2026 Highlights Include Three-Night Stand at Nashville, TN’s Famed Ryman Auditorium on September...
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Adler Theatre a Treasured Jewel in the QC’s Cultural Crown
November 26, 2025 - By Jonathan Turner for Visit Quad Cities Insider's Blog Read the full article in it's original format HERE! Adler Theatre a Treasured Jewel in the QC’s Cultural Crown By Jonathan...
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DANIEL TOSH ANNOUNCES DATES FOR 2026 ‘DANIEL TOSH: MY FIRST FAREWELL TOUR’
November 18, 2025 - Tickets Available Starting Wednesday, November 19 with Presales | General Onsale Begins Friday, November 21 at 10am Local on LiveNation.com For approved artist images and hi-res tour art, please...
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Encore! Global Phenomenon The Simon & Garfunkel Story Visits the Adler Theatre on February 25
November 12, 2025 - Hit Theatre Tour Returns for 2026 U.S. Tour; Tickets On Sale Now Media Assets   DAVENPORT – NOVEMBER 10, 2025 – The internationally-acclaimed hit theater production The Simon & Garfunkel Story...
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“KILLERS OF KILL TONY” STANDUP SHOW COMES TO DAVENPORT
October 28, 2025 - PERFORMANCE TO FEATURE TOP TALENT FROM WORLD’S #1 LIVE PODCAST TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, AT 10AM LOCAL Regulars and fan favorites from “Kill Tony”, the #1 live podcast in the world, bring...
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CAST AND BAND ANNOUNCED FOR DOLLY PARTON’S SMOKY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS CAROL 2025 NATIONAL TOUR
October 21, 2025 - Dolly’s Holiday Musical Tour Stops at the Adler Theatre on December 7 for One Show Only Press Assets DAVENPORT – OCTOBER 21, 2025 – Right Angle Entertainment and Paul T. Couch today announced the...
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CINDERELLA COMES TO DAVENPORT, IA AS PART OF WORLD BALLET COMPANY’S NATIONAL TOUR
October 13, 2025 - The show will take place at Adler Theatre of Davenport on April 12, 2026. World Ballet Company proudly announces the 2025–2026 national tour of Cinderella, an irresistibly fun (and funny!) take on...
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ADLER THEATRE CONTINUES TO WARNS CONSUMERS OF THIRD-PARTY TICKET BROKERS
September 22, 2025 - Third-Party Vendor Tickets Can Cost You More Than Extra Money DAVENPORT, IA – The Adler Theatre, a VenuWorks-managed organization, wants to warn ticket buyers to beware when purchasing tickets...
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JS Touring Presents JERRY SEINFELD
September 19, 2025 - Adler Theatre | Saturday, January 17, 2026, 8:00 PM Davenport, IA – The Adler Theatre and JS Touring announced today that America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will perform on the Adler Theatre...
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COMEDIAN CHARLIE BERENS ANNOUNCES “LOST & FOUND” COMEDY TOUR
September 16, 2025 - TICKETS AVAILABLE ON PRESALE SEPTEMBER 18 AT 10 AM LOCAL TIME TICKETS AVAILABLE ON PRESALE SEPTEMBER 18 AT 10 AM LOCAL TIME GENERAL ON SALE BEGINS SEPTEMBER 19 AT 10 AM LOCAL TIME TICKETS AND ALL...
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Donnell Rawlings “Urban Comedy” Tour Coming to the Adler Theatre
September 15, 2025 - Presented by Rocktown Entertainment Group DAVENPORT, IA – Donnell Rawlings is a dynamic force in comedy, captivating audiences worldwide as a comedian, actor, and podcaster. Since the release of his...
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The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight Electrifying the USA Once Again! 
September 15, 2025 - Live at the Adler Theatre on April 23rd After mesmerizing audiences across Europe and the UK, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is set to electrify the USA once again. Prepare for a spellbinding...
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KEVIN JAMES ANNOUNCES NEW ‘EAT THE FROG’ TOUR IS COMING TO THE ADLER THEATRE ON MAY 9
September 15, 2025 - General on sale begins Friday, September 19th at 10 AM local DAVENPORT, IA (Monday, September 15th) – Kevin James announced his highly anticipated stand-up tour ‘Eat the Frog’ is coming to Davenport...
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Danielle Colby of American Pickers & Ecdysiast Arts Museum Founder to Host QC New Year’s Reverie & Countdown to 2026 FANfare At the Adler Theatre & Hotel Blackhawk,
September 8, 2025 - A Dazzling Two‑Part Celebration to Ring in the New Year in Downtown Davenport! Step back to the golden era of jazz and vintage burlesque, as we revive the tradition of legendary New Year’s Eve...
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DYNASTY ENTERTAIMNET LLC PRESENTS AN OLDE ENGLISH CHRISTMAS WITH HERMAN’S HERMITS STARTING PETER NOONE AT THE ADLER THEATRE ON DECEMBER 18
September 2, 2025 - Tickets on Sale Friday, September 5th at 10 AM DAVENPORT, IA – Dynasty Entertainment LLC is thrilled to announce Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone is returning to the Adler Theatre on December...
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Masters of Illusion, the Hit CW Television Series and America’s Largest Touring Magic Show is Coming to the Adler Theatre on November 5
September 2, 2025 - Tickets On-Sale This Friday, September 5 at 10 AM CT Press Assets DAVENPORT – SEPTEMBER 2 – Only the best, most unique, amusing, astounding and amazing performers have been chosen to perform in...
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Louise Harrison Presents… Liverpool Legends
August 25, 2025 - “The Complete Beatles Experience!” Date & Time: Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM Venue: Adler Theatre |136 East Third Street, Davenport, IA 52801 Tickets start at $48.00. Purchase...
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Lance Sadlek, Executive Director, Talks 2025/2026 Broadway at the Adler Theatre Season with on Quad Cities Live
August 6, 2025 - Adler unveils contemporary Broadway lineup for 2025–26 season DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -The curtain will rise on a bold new season at the Adler Theatre, as the 2025–2026 Broadway Series brings six...
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Adler Theatre Announces Rocky Mountain High Experience: John Denver Christmas
July 21, 2025 - Tickets On Sale Friday, July 25th at 10 AM! Davenport, IA — The Adler Theatre announces Rocky Mountain High Experience: John Denver Christmas is coming on Wednesday, December 3rd at 7:30 PM.  Tickets...
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VenuWorks Presents: CIRQUE MUSICA Holiday Wonderland
July 15, 2025 - CIRQUE ARTISTRY AND INSPIRING MUSIC MAKE THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT SOAR Davenport, IA – TCG Entertainment, the leading producer of live entertainment, announces its all-new Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland...
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DYNASTY ENTERTAINMENT LLC Presents The Sweet Caroline Tour Starring Jay White Neil Diamond Tribute Spectacular!
July 14, 2025 - Tickets on Sale Friday, July 18 at 10 AM DAVENPORT, IA – Dynasty Entertainment LLC is thrilled to announce The Sweet Caroline Tour Starring Jay White, the ultimate Neil Diamond Tribute Spectacular,...
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A Motown Christmas Holiday Spectacular Slated for the Adler Theatre
July 7, 2025 - Tickets Go On-Sale Friday, July 11th at 10 AM DAVENPORT, IA – “A Motown Christmas” kicks off the Holiday Season with a family-oriented, sing-along holiday spectacular at the Adler Theatre on Monday,...
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ADLER THEATRE HOSTS A BROADWAY OPEN HOUSE
June 30, 2025 - Stop by the Adler Theatre on July 17th and learn more about Broadway at the Adler Davenport, IA – Thinking about subscribing to the Broadway at the Adler Theatre series but not sure where to begin?...
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PROTECT YOURSELF WITH SAFE TICKET BUYING PRACTICES FROM THE ADLER THEATRE
June 23, 2025 - Third-Party Vendors Double or Even Triple Actual Ticket Prices DAVENPORT, IA – In a continued effort to best inform the public, the VenuWorks-managed Adler Theatre wants to remind patrons that the...
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TOAST: The Ultimate Bread Experience Is Coming to the Adler Theatre
June 11, 2025 - Tickets Go On-Sale This Friday at 10 AM DAVENPORT, IA – TOAST is the No. 1 Tribute in the world to the 70’s hit band, BREAD! With a surprising fidelity rarely heard from a live tribute band, their...
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Preacher Lawson Is Coming to the Adler Theatre
June 2, 2025 - Tickets Go On-Sale This Friday at 10 AM DAVENPORT, IA – You’ve seen him on Season 12 of NBC’s hit series, AMERICA’S GOT TALENT (2017) where he made it to the final round, and now you can see Preacher...
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INTRODUCING THE 2025-2026 BROADWAY AT THE ADLER THEATRE SEASON
May 19, 2025 - Subscription renewals begin May 19. New subscriptions on sale July 7. Davenport, IA – The Adler Theatre and Nederlander National Markets are thrilled to announce the 2025-2026 Broadway at the Adler...
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An Acoustic Evening with John Anderson Announces Stop at the Adler Theatre
May 5, 2025 - Tickets Go On-Sale Friday at 10 AM DAVENPORT, IA – VenuWorks Presents announces an unforgettable evening with John Anderson, a Country Music Hall of Fame inductee and Academy of Country Music Career...
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DYNASTY ENTERTAINMENT LLC PRESENTS MARSHALL CHARLOFF & THE PURPLE XPERIENCE AT THE ADLER THEATRE ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17
May 5, 2025 - Tickets on Sale Friday, May 9th at 10 AM DAVENPORT, IA – Celebrated Minneapolis All-Star Band Marshall Charloff & The Purple Xperience is the world's premier tribute to PRINCE. As seen touring...
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BORED TEACHERS “THE STRUGGLE IS REAL!” COMEDY TOUR IS THE NIGHT OF UNFORGETTABLE LAUGHTER THAT EVERY TEACHER NEEDS!
April 29, 2025 - Don’t miss the teacher extravaganza of the year. Bored Teachers is guaranteed to make you laugh so hard, even your teacher bladder will be put to the challenge. Tickets go on sale to the public...
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Adler Theatre Announces “WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?” Improv Madness
April 28, 2025 - Tickets On Sale Thursday, May 1st at 10 AM! Davenport, IA — The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE...
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THE GREAT GATSBY BALLET COMES TO THE ADLER THEATRE AS PART OF THE WORLD BALLET COMPANY WORLD PREMIERE TOUR
April 7, 2025 - Tickets on Sale Friday, April 11 at 10 AM Production Photos: CLICK HERE DAVENPORT, IA – World Ballet Company - one of the country’s leading touring ballet companies - has announced its new...
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BONNIE RAITT CONTINUES HEADLINING TOUR WITH SPECIAL GUEST JIMMIE VAUGHAN & THE TILT-A-WHIRL BAND AT THE ADLER THEATRE
March 25, 2025 - Tickets on Sale Friday, March 28th at 10 AM DAVENPORT, IA – Bonnie Raitt is heading back out for her fourth year on tour just months after being recognized for her lifetime of artistic achievements...
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The United States Army Field Band
March 20, 2025 - Jazz Ambassadors Coming to the Adler Theatre for This Free Concert! The internationally acclaimed Jazz Ambassadors of Washington, DC will continue its long tradition of presenting free public...
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ADLER THEATRE WARNS CONSUMERS OF THIRD-PARTY TICKET BROKERS
March 19, 2025 - Third-Party Vendor Tickets Can Cost You More Than Extra Money DAVENPORT, IA – The Adler Theatre, a VenuWorks-managed organization, wants to warn ticket buyers to beware when purchasing tickets...
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MANIA: THE ABBA TRIBUTE Returns to the Adler Theatre
March 18, 2025 - Tickets Go On-Sale Friday at 10 AM DAVENPORT, IA – Take A Chance On MANIA......and you won’t be disappointed! The world’s number one touring ABBA tribute returns to your very own Adler Theatre on...
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MJ LIVE: Michael Jackson Tribute Concert The #1 Michael Jackson Tribute Concert in the World! starring Jalles Franca Appearing as Michael Jackson
March 10, 2025 - with Special Guest: Comedian Bill Gorgo Dynasty Entertainment LLC is excited to announce a Special Guest: comedian Bill Gorgo who will start the evening off with his captivating charm and setting the...
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Adler Theatre Announces MR.SPEED Partners in Crime Tour 2025
February 18, 2025 - Tickets On Sale Friday, February 21st at 10 AM! Davenport, IA — Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 1975 KISS Alive concert at the Adler Theatre with Mr. Speed Partners in Crime Tour 2025,...
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Adler Theatre Announces Head East “Flat As A Pancake” 50th Anniversary Tour
February 10, 2025 - Tickets On Sale Wednesday, February 12th at 10 AM! Davenport, IA — The Adler Theatre announces Head East “Flat As A Pancake” 50th Anniversary Tour is coming to on Friday, March 21 at 8:00 PM. ...
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Music and Theatre Paradise: Volunteer Usher Corps at the Adler
February 6, 2025 - Article Via The River Cities Reader by Jonathan Turner To read the full article in it's entirety, click HERE. 
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Bob Dylan “Rough and Rowdy Ways” World Wide Tour
February 3, 2025 - Coming to the Adler Theatre on April 8th! **MEDIA ALERT**   BOB DYLAN: ROUGH AND ROWDY WAYS TOUR   April 8, 2025 8:00 PM   Adler Theatre 136 E 3rd Street Davenport, IA             TICKETS...
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MJ LIVE: Michael Jackson Tribute Concert The #1 Michael Jackson Tribute Concert in the World!
January 20, 2025 - Starring Jalles Franca Appearing as Michael Jackson Dynasty Entertainment LLC is excited to announce “MJ LIVE - Michael Jackson Tribute Concert,” the World’s Most Authentic Tribute to Michael...
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RAIN – A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES
January 13, 2025 - RAIN, MUSICAL MYSTERY TOUR, COMES TO THE ADLER THEATRE FOR ONE SHOW ONLY ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 7TH! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 13, 2025 Contact: Danielle Smith, Director of...
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Shamrock Tenors, Making Their Debut North American Tour, Announce Performance at the Adler Theatre on March 12
December 13, 2024 - Grab a Drink, Sit Back, and Get Ready to Be Transported to the Emerald Isle for One Show Only DAVENPORT – DECEMBER 13 – Direct from Belfast, SHAMROCK TENORS are Ireland’s most exciting new music...
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PROTECT YOURSELF THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH SAFE TICKET BUYING PRACTICES FROM THE ADLER THEATRE
December 4, 2024 - Third-Party Vendors Double or Even Triple Actual Ticket Prices With the holidays quickly approaching, now, more than ever, is the time to protect your hard-earned dollars. With various Christmas...
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ACCLAIMED COMEDIAN JOE GATTO EXTENDS BRAND NEW STAND-UP TOUR “LET’S GET INTO IT”
November 12, 2024 - NEW DATES INCLUDE DAVENPORT, BOSTON, LAS VEGAS, AND MORE November 12, 2024—Acclaimed comedian, actor and producer Joe Gatto—best known for the hit television shows “Impractical Jokers” and “The...
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JUSTIN WILLMAN: ILLUSIONATI TOUR
October 29, 2024 - COMING TO THE ADLER THEATRE IN DAVENPORT ON FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2025 DAVENPORT, IA. October 29, 2024 - Justin Willman, the magician behind Netflix’s Magic For Humans will bring his Illusionati Tour to the...
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BLIPPI TO ROCK OUT IN AN ALL-NEW LIVE BAND SHOW WITH A SPECIAL STOP IN DAVENPORT, IA
October 7, 2024 - Global sensation Blippi to delight audiences in Davenport, IA in all-new live show, Blippi: Join the Band Tour, on May 11, 2025 Tickets on sale Friday, October 11 via Ticketmaster.com OCTOBER 7,...
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“JIM HENSON’S LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT” EXTENDS ITS NORTH AMERICAN TOUR TO VISIT THE ADLER THEATRE ON APRIL 21
October 1, 2024 - Experience the 80s Cult Classic on Screen With the Iconic Soundtrack Performed by a Live Band on Stage Accompanied by David Bowie's Legendary Vocals Press Assets DAVENPORT – October 1, 2024 – Black...
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Experience the Sounds of Bluegrass and Hip-hop Fused Together with “Gangstagrass” at the Adler Theatre on September 12
September 9, 2024 - A true example of the belief that we are better together, Gangstagrass combines great American traditions of bluegrass, hip-hop, and beyond to create a whole new musical genre that is more than the...
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CONTINUED EDUCATION FOR SAFE TICKET BUYING PRACTICES FOR THE ADLER THEATRE
August 26, 2024 - Third-Party Vendor Tickets Can Cost You More Than Extra Money DAVENPORT, IA – In a continued effort to best inform the public, the VenuWorks-managed Adler Theatre wants to remind patrons that the...
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COMEDIAN NIKKI GLASER ANNOUNCES MORE ‘ALIVE AND UNWELL TOUR’ DATES
June 18, 2024 - Coming to the Adler Theatre Friday, September 13th NASHVILLE, TN (June 18, 2024) – Comedian Nikki Glaser is adding additional dates to her Alive and Unwell Tour, making its way across North America...
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INTRODUCING THE 2024-2025 BROADWAY AT THE ADLER THEATRE SEASON
May 16, 2024 - Renewing subscribers can renew beginning May 15, New subscriptions available June 24 Davenport, IA – The Adler Theatre and Nederlander National Markets are thrilled to announce the 2024-2025 Broadway...
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ADLER THEATRE ISSUES TICKET BUYER WARNING
April 22, 2024 - Third-Party Vendors Selling at Increased Prices or Invalid Tickets DAVENPORT, IA – With the continued increase of the secondary “resale” ticket market, the VenuWorks-managed Adler Theatre has...
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