• The Prom

    The Prom
    Maddox Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

    The Prom April 10-13, 2025 (Thursday-Saturday, 7:30 pm; Sunday 2 pm) Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center Director, Prof. Marissa Barnathan Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the...

    $9 – $12
  • Charter Day Convocation Ceremony

    Maddox Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

    The Charter Day Convocation Ceremony presents: We Are A College At War, featuring a dramatic reading from the chapter entitled, "Rescue Stories."  

  • December Recognition 2024

    Maddox Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

    Important Event Information: Parking is available in Lots A, C and D. Academic Regalia is not required for December Recognition. Please wear professional business attire. A seat will be reserved...

  • Choir Concert

    Maddox Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

    December 6, 2024 (Friday, 7:30 pm) Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center Director, Prof. Timm Adams More details to be announced! These once-a-semester concerts feature Rockford University choirs.

    $9 – $12
  • Much Ado About Nothing

    Much Ado About Nothing
    Maddox Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

    Much Ado About Nothing November 21-24, 2024 (Thursday-Saturday, 7:30 pm; Sunday 2 pm) Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center Director, Prof. Deborah Mogford Love, deceit, and misunderstandings abound in this witty and charming comedy by William Shakespeare. Beatrice and Benedick, two strong-willed and witty friends, must confront the complexities of relationships as they face the blurred...

    $9 – $12
  • The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

    The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
    Rockford University 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States +1 more

    In this musical, an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming "ding" of the bell that signals...

    $9 – $12
  • President’s Opening Convocation

    Maddox Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

    Students, Staff, and Faculty all come together to hear a message from President Lynott as we kick off the academic year.

  • Nurse Pinning Ceremony

    Maddox Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

    Nurse Pinning Ceremony Maddox Theatre 9:00 a.m.

  • Choir Concert

    Maddox Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

    Choir Concert May 3, 2024 (Friday, 7:30 pm) Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center Director, Prof. Timm Adams A performance featuring Rockford University choirs.

    Free for RU Students
  • Ken Ludwig’s The Game’s Afoot

    Ken Ludwig’s The Game’s Afoot
    Maddox Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

    April 18-21, 2024 (Thursday-Saturday, 7:30 pm; Sunday 2 pm) Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center Director, Prof. Deborah Mogford It is December 1936, and Broadway star William Gillette, admired the world...

    Free for RU Students