Now playing in Rockford
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Playing throughNov 15
Night of the Living Dead LIVE
Christopher Bond, Dale Boyer and Trevor Martin
West Side Show Room
Play
A comic stage adaptation of the zombie film follows six strangers trapped in a farmhouse. The theatre advises ages 10+ and mild profanity.
- Dates
- Thu Oct 22, 8pm
Fri Oct 23, 8pm
Sat Oct 24, 8pm
Sun Oct 25, 7pm13 more dates
Thu Oct 29, 7pm
Fri Oct 30, 8pm
Sat Oct 31, 2pm
Sat Oct 31, 8pm
Sun Nov 1, 7pm
Thu Nov 5, 7pm
Fri Nov 6, 8pm
Sun Nov 8, 7pm
Thu Nov 12, 7pm
Fri Nov 13, 8pm
Sat Nov 14, 2pm
Sat Nov 14, 8pm
Sun Nov 15, 7pm - Where
- West Side Show Room, 1414 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
- Tickets
- Free public access tickets
Confirm dates and times with the theater before you go.
Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21
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One week onlyNov 6 to 7
Never After Happily
Children’s Theater Project and Youth Theater Project
Play
Youth Theater Project presents an autumn production for grades 7-12.
- Dates
- Fri Nov 6, 7pm
Sat Nov 7, 2pm
Sat Nov 7, 7pm - Where
- Nordlof Center, 118 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61101
Confirm dates and times with the theater before you go.
Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21
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One week onlyDec 4 to 5
How to Train Your Dragon
Children’s Theater Project and Youth Theater Project
Musical
Children’s Theater Project presents a musical for grades K-6.
- Dates
- Fri Dec 4, 7pm
Sat Dec 5, 2pm
Sat Dec 5, 7pm - Where
- Nordlof Center, 118 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61101
Confirm dates and times with the theater before you go.
Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21
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OpensDec 11
Mary Poppins
The Studio Rockford
Musical
The Studio presents its youth production of the Disney stage musical.
- Dates
- Dec 11 to Dec 20. Check the theater for exact dates and times.
- Where
- Maddox Theatre, Rockford University, 5050 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108
Confirm dates and times with the theater before you go.
Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21
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One week onlyFeb 12 to 14
Into the Woods Jr.
CYT Chicago, Rockford Chapter
Musical
Rockford CYT students stage the youth version of the fairy tale musical.
- Dates
- Feb 12 to Feb 14. Check the theater for exact dates and times.
- Where
- Rockford area performance venue to be announced
Confirm dates and times with the theater before you go.
Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21
Auditions in Rockford
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Fri
Dec 4
Into the Woods Jr.
CYT Chicago, Rockford Chapter
MusicalYouth
- When
- Fri Dec 4, 5:30pm–9pm
- Where
- Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2821 N Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
- Ages
- CYT class students
- Callbacks
- December 5, 2026, 9:30 am-2:00 pm at the same site.
- Rehearsals
- Rehearsals are scheduled December 11, 2026 through February 6, 2027; tech week February 8-10.
- Performs
- February 12-14, 2027
Note: Sign-ups open November 20 on the class callboard. Auditions are reserved for enrolled CYT students; class registration closes December 7.
Checked against the theater's notice on Wed Oct 21
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Sat
Jan 2
Spring 2027 auditions
Children’s Theater Project and Youth Theater Project
Youth
- When
- Sat Jan 2, 9am–11am
- Where
- Nordlof Center, 118 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61101
- Ages
- Grades K-12
- Rehearsals
- Saturday rehearsals, 9 am-noon.
Note: The producer home page lists January 2 spring auditions and says Saturday auditions run 9-11 am at 118 N Main St. It has not named the spring production; K-6 and grades 7-12 use separate programs.
Checked against the theater's notice on Wed Oct 21
Camps and classes
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StartsOct 26
Improv, ages 12-14
The Studio Rockford
ClassYouth
- About
- Interactive improvisation, character and quick-thinking games.
- Ages
- 12-14
- Dates
- Oct 26 to Nov 23
- Schedule
- Mondays October 26 and November 2, 9, 16, 23; 5:00-6:00 pm.
- Cost
- $145
- Where
- The Studio, 7326 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Suite D, Rockford, IL 61112
- Sign up
- thestudiorockford.com/studio-sessions
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StartsOct 26
Improv, ages 15-20
The Studio Rockford
ClassYouth
- About
- Improvisation exercises for older teens and young adults.
- Ages
- 15-20
- Dates
- Oct 26 to Nov 23
- Schedule
- Mondays October 26 and November 2, 9, 16, 23; 6:15-7:15 pm.
- Cost
- $145
- Where
- The Studio, 7326 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Suite D, Rockford, IL 61112
- Sign up
- thestudiorockford.com/studio-sessions
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StartsOct 27
Studio Jr: Mary Poppins
The Studio Rockford
ClassYouth
- About
- Introductory stage skills using songs from Mary Poppins; ends with a family mini-performance.
- Ages
- 5-7
- Dates
- Oct 27 to Dec 3
- Schedule
- Choose Tuesdays October 27-November 24 or Thursdays October 29-December 3, 4:30-5:15 pm.
- Cost
- $125
- Where
- The Studio, 7326 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Suite D, Rockford, IL 61112
- Sign up
- thestudiorockford.com/studio-sessions
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StartsOct 28
The Building Blocks of Acting
The Studio Rockford
ClassYouth
- About
- Scene and character work focused on posture, voice, physicality and motivation.
- Ages
- 8-11
- Dates
- Oct 28 to Dec 2
- Schedule
- Wednesdays October 28, November 4, 11, 18 and December 2, 6:00-7:00 pm.
- Cost
- $145
- Where
- The Studio, 7326 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Suite D, Rockford, IL 61112
- Sign up
- thestudiorockford.com/studio-sessions
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StartsNov 30
Improv Team
CYT Chicago, Rockford Chapter
ClassYouth
- About
- Weekly improvisation class in CYT Rockford winter session.
- Ages
- 12-18
- Dates
- Nov 30 to Feb 22
- Schedule
- Mondays 7:00-9:00 pm, November 30, 2026 to February 22, 2027; holiday breaks posted.
- Cost
- See registration page
- Sign up by
- Dec 7
- Where
- Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2821 N Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
- Sign up
- cytchicago.org/Rockford
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StartsNov 30
Musical Theater: Tarzan
CYT Chicago, Rockford Chapter
ClassYouth
- About
- Weekly musical theatre class in CYT Rockford winter session.
- Ages
- 8-12
- Dates
- Nov 30 to Feb 22
- Schedule
- Mondays 4:45-6:45 pm, November 30, 2026 to February 22, 2027; holiday breaks posted.
- Cost
- See registration page
- Sign up by
- Dec 7
- Where
- Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2821 N Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
- Sign up
- cytchicago.org/…
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StartsNov 30
The Teen Performer’s Toolkit
CYT Chicago, Rockford Chapter
ClassYouth
- About
- Weekly theatre skills class in CYT Rockford winter session.
- Ages
- 13-18
- Dates
- Nov 30 to Feb 22
- Schedule
- Mondays 7:00-9:00 pm, November 30, 2026 to February 22, 2027; holiday breaks posted.
- Cost
- See registration page
- Sign up by
- Dec 7
- Where
- Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2821 N Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
- Sign up
- cytchicago.org/…
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StartsNov 30
Tune Town: Imagination Zone
CYT Chicago, Rockford Chapter
ClassYouth
- About
- Introductory performance class for young children.
- Ages
- 5-7
- Dates
- Nov 30 to Feb 22
- Schedule
- Mondays 4:45-6:45 pm, November 30, 2026 to February 22, 2027; holiday breaks posted.
- Cost
- See registration page
- Sign up by
- Dec 7
- Where
- Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2821 N Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
- Sign up
- cytchicago.org/…
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Signing up now
Musical Theater Dance, ages 4-5
West Side Show Room
ClassYouth
- About
- Storytelling, character work and movement through musical theatre. Registration page still invites sign-ups for an underway fall session.
- Ages
- 4-5
- Schedule
- Tuesdays, 5:00-5:30 pm; fall 2026 session runs September 8 to December 19.
- Cost
- $90 full class
- Where
- Nordlof Center, 118 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61101
- Sign up
- wssr.org/dancetheater-classes-fall-2026
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Signing up now
Musical Theater and Dance Theater, ages 6-9
West Side Show Room
ClassYouth
- About
- Choreography, physical storytelling and ensemble performance. Registration page still invites sign-ups for an underway fall session.
- Ages
- 6-9
- Schedule
- Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm; fall 2026 session runs September 8 to December 19.
- Cost
- $185 full class
- Where
- Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 412 N Church St, Rockford, IL 61103
- Sign up
- wssr.org/dancetheater-classes-fall-2026
Crew calls
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Needed now
Stage management, Front of house, Set design, Lighting, Sound, Costumes, Props, Scenic painting, Set building
West Side Show Room
- The job
- Ongoing applications for project-based stage managers, assistants, designers, technicians, painters and scenic carpenters.
- Time
- Assignments throughout the 2026-27 season; schedule varies.
- Where
- West Side Show Room, 1414 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103
- Respond
- Email contact@wssr.org with resume or experience, desired positions, availability and portfolio if applicable.
Theaters in Rockford
CYT Chicago, Rockford Chapter
youth theater
CYT Chicago's Rockford chapter combines youth productions with theater education. Students join its educational program before auditioning for shows, so classes and performances are connected.
Into the Woods Jr. opens Feb 12 · 1 open audition · 4 camps and classes
- Website
- cytchicago.org/Rockford ↗
- Checked
- We last checked their website on October 21, 2026
Children’s Theater Project and Youth Theater Project
youth theater
Children's Theater Project and Youth Theater Project present stage productions for students from kindergarten through high school. Their performances take place at the Nordlof Center in downtown Rockford.
Never After Happily opens Nov 6 · 1 more show coming up · 1 open audition
- Website
- ctpytp.org ↗
- Checked
- We last checked their website on October 21, 2026
Moon Dog Theatre
semi-professional theater company
Moon Dog Theatre is a Rockford theater company based at the Nordlof Center. The company presents local productions there and brings its performers to a downtown stage.
Nothing announced right now
- Website
- moondogtheatre.org ↗
- Checked
- We last checked their website on October 21, 2026
Starlight Theatre
Starlight Theatre is Rock Valley College's community theater program, separate from the college's academic theater. Its productions bring local performers to the stage on the Rockford campus.
Nothing announced right now
- Website
- rockvalleycollege.edu/… ↗
- Auditions
- rockvalleycollege.edu/… ↗
- Checked
- We last checked their website on October 21, 2026
The Studio Rockford
youth theater
The Studio Rockford is a tuition-based youth musical theater and acting producer. Young performers work at its Rockford studio and take part in its stage productions.
Mary Poppins opens Dec 11 · 4 camps and classes
- Website
- thestudiorockford.com ↗
- Auditions
- thestudiorockford.com/… ↗
- Checked
- We last checked their website on October 21, 2026
West Side Show Room
semi-professional theater company
West Side Show Room is a local nonprofit theater in Rockford. Its public access program makes tickets available without charge for productions at its Rockford venue.
Now playing: Night of the Living Dead LIVE through Nov 15 · 2 camps and classes · 1 crew call
- Website
- wssr.org ↗
- Auditions
- wssr.org/auditions-california ↗
- Checked
- We last checked their website on October 21, 2026
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