• 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 over for his leading role in the play Sherlock Holmes, has invited his fellow cast members to his Connecticut castle for a weekend of revelry....

    Free for RU Students