North Central College Fine and Performing Arts

06/02/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, The Uncle Louie Variety Show previously scheduled for this Friday, June 5th, has been cancelled and is currently being rescheduled for sometime after Labor Day. Updated information regarding this event will be provided as it becomes available. Thank you!

06/01/2026

On June 28, join the West Suburban Symphony as they perform "The People's Music" in Wentz Concert Hall! You'll be energized and uplifted by music rooted in Spanish folk dance and American poetry. "Bolero," the mesmerizing 1928 creation of Maurice Ravel, has motivated flash-mob performances worldwide. "Leaves of Grass," Walt Whitman's groundbreaking poetry collection, inspired the two choral works in this concert: Ralph Vaughan Williams' spiritual, 1906 "Toward the Unknown Region" and Howard Hanson's proud 1957 "Song of Democracy," which the West Suburban Symphony performs in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States' Declaration of Independence. For tickets, please visit https://www.westsubsymphony.org/events

05/22/2026

Next week, Dynasty Entertainment LLC presents "Alive and Well" starring Chicago's Original Garage Band New Colony Six in the Wentz Concert Hall! For over five decades, Chicago's own New Colony Six has long reigned as the undisputed leader of the Windy City's 1960s Rock Revolution. New Colony Six had many hits and Top Ten tunes, including "I Confess," "Love You So Much," "Can't You See Me Cry," "I Will Always Think About You," "Things I Like to Say," and "I Could Never Lie to You." Turning Pointe Autism Foundation is so proud to have them join them for this special show supporting the mission and achievements of the organization, located here in Naperville, Illinois. For tickets, please visit https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/alive-and-well-starring-chicagos-original-garage-band-new-colony-six

05/20/2026

05/08/2026

Dynasty Entertainment LLC presents The Uncle Louie Variety Show starring Lou Greco and Carlo Russo, with special opening guest comedian Vince Maranto on June 5 in the Wentz Concert Hall! Once "The Uncle Louie Variety Show" begins, the audience will be taken on a trip down memory lane with live original music, sketch comedy, stand-up, and improv. Known for their infectious energy and relatable humor, their performances capture the essence of family life, cultural quirks, and the everyday experiences that unite us all. Turning Pointe Autism Foundation is so proud to have "The Uncle Louis Variety Show" join them for this special show supporting the mission and achievements of the organization, located here in Naperville, Illinois. For tickets, please visit https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/uncle-louie-variety-show

05/01/2026

Chicago Sinfonietta closes their IGNITE season on Friday, May 8, with a salute of the many voices that built—and continue to shape—the American soundscape. They celebrate our nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary with red, white, and "Rhapsody in Blue," featuring blazing talent Clayton Stephenson, piano! They perform William Dawson’s "Negro Folk Symphony," hailed as a defining contribution to the American symphony. Dawson’s work remains a stirring homage to resilience, heritage, and hope. A Chicago Sinfonietta commissioned symphonic tribute to jazz legend and Illinois native Miles Davis in honor of his 100th birthday rounds out their finale concert. For tickets, please visit https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/chicago-sinfonietta-american-rhapsody

04/30/2026

Dynasty Entertainment LLC presents "Alive and Well" Starring Chicago's Original Garage Band New Colony Six! For over five decades, Chicago's own New Colony Six has long reigned as the undisputed leader of the Windy City's 1960's Rock Revolution. With the release of their self-penned single titled, "I Confess" in November 1965, The New Colony Six became the first Chicago-area group to successfully place a recod on both the local and national charts. New Colony Six had many hits and Top Ten tunes, including such hits as "I Confess," "Love You So Much," "Can't You See Me Cry," "I Will Always Think About You," "Things I Like to Say," and "I Could Never Lie to You." Turning Pointe Autism Foundation is so proud to have them join them for this special show supporting the mission and achievements of the organization, located here in Naperville, Illinois. For tickets, please visit https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/alive-and-well-starring-chicagos-original-garage-band-new-colony-six

04/24/2026

Don't miss the final Department of Music performance of the 2025-2026 season tonight in the Wentz Concert Hall! Join the North Central College Symphony Orchestra as they celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States. On the first half of the program, they will present George Gershwin’s iconic "Rhapsody in Blue" with Dr. Susan Chou, piano. The second half will feature Antonín Dvořák’s magical view of America through his "New World Symphony." For tickets, please visit https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/north-central-college-symphony-orchestra-spring-concert

04/23/2026

Join us tonight in the Madden Theatre for an exciting performance by the North Central College Big Band, under the direction of Tim Coffman! The band will be showcasing compositions from the libraries of Count Basie, Benny Golson, Chick Corea, Joe Henderson, Art Blakey, and many others. For tickets, please visit https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/north-central-college-big-band-spring-concert

04/23/2026

Opening tonight, the Department of Theatre presents "Rent" on the Pfeiffer Hall stage! Jonathan Larson's iconic Pulitzer Prize-winning musical continues to shape generations of audiences and teaches us all to measure our lives in love. Based loosely on Puccini's "La Bohème," "Rent" follows a year in the life of a group of young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York's Lower East Side, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. "Rent" is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. *This play contains mature themes and language. For tickets, please visit https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/department-theatre-presents-rent