• FORUM: Factfulness-Anna Rosling Rönnlund

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

    Factfulness is the stress-reducing habit of only carrying opinions for which you have strong supporting facts. In this interactive conversation presented with Rockford’s Connect2Peace organization, you’ll hear 10 instincts that...

  • Carrie the Musical

    Carrie the Musical

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

    Adapted from Stephen King’s novel, Carrie focuses on an awkward teenage girl with telekinetic powers whose lonely life is dominated by her mother, an oppressive religious fanatic. Carrie tries in vain to escape her unhappy home life and be accepted by her schoolmates but to no avail. When she is grossly humiliated by her classmates...

    $9 – $12
  • Shatter Our Silence – Artists Out of the Ashes

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

    This is a community event with local artist telling their stories on how art helped them heal and express themselves.

    Free
  • FORUM: Rock Solid Success Seminar-Timothy Alexander

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

    Alexander is a faith-driven young man who has dedicated his life to motivating and inspiring others. His drive and determination helped him become a college football player when many believed that dream was impossible due to a car accident that left him paralyzed. During the session, he will tell his story and challenge those in...

  • FORUM: President’s Opening Convocation

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

    The 2018-19 Rockford University academic year begins with a formal convocation and remarks by President Eric W. Fulcomer. Held since 1851, this longtime tradition includes a faculty procession in full academic regalia.

  • Musical: Candice

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

    Book adapted from Voltaire by Hugh Wheeler Music by Leonard Bernstein Lyrics by Richard Wilbur with additional lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and John La Touche Directed by Professor Jeff Hendry Purchase Tickets Now In honor of the 100th anniversary of the birth of the renowned American Composer Leonard Bernstein, the Performing Arts Department and the Rockford...

  • Musical: Candide

    Musical: Candide

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

    Book adapted from Voltaire by Hugh Wheeler Music by Leonard Bernstein Lyrics by Richard Wilbur with additional lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and John La Touche Directed by Professor Jeff Hendry Purchase Tickets Now In honor of the 100th anniversary of the birth of the renowned American Composer Leonard Bernstein, the Performing Arts Department and the Rockford...

  • Forum Series: Charter Day Convocation

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

    This year's Charter Day Convocation welcomes Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara as special speaker and commemorates the 171st anniversary of the signing of the charter for Rockford University. The annual event typically includes an academic procession of faculty in traditional robes depicting their rank, with stoles representing their respective alma maters and degrees.

  • Richard III

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

    Rockford University's Performing Arts Department presents Richard III at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 22-24, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 25.

  • Forum Series: Richard III

    Forum Series: Richard III

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

    Rockford University's Performing Arts Department presents Richard III at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 22-24, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 25. Richard III is Shakespeare's timeless tale of a ruthless, power-crazed Machiavellian who lies and cheats his way to the highest seat in the land through charm, deception, and force of presence. ...