Derrick Procell
Raue Center is proud to welcome favorite Derrick Procell as its 2023-24 season artist in residence. Come spend Thursday nights with us, the big band on stage, the lounge setting is perfect for multiple engagements with this award-winning singer-songwriter, and Catfood Records original recording artist. Each evening of music will be unique, exploring an aspect of Procell’s personal journey as a musician.Derrick’s February performance is inspired by his experience using his music to support the causes he cares deeply about like The American Cancer Society, Music From the Heart, and The Children’s Heart Foundation.Originally from Milwaukee, Derrick Procell is a sought-after frontman, vocalist, and musician performing as a solo artist, with his band Derrick Procell and the Redeemers, and with Soundtracks of a Generation. An incredible singer and songwriter, Derrick’s songs have been recorded by The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, Logan Daniels, and Melissa Manchester. You have heard Derrick’s songs on My Name is Earl, TrueBlood, Criminal Minds, Boston Legal, Saving Grace, The Office, True Blood, King of the Hill, and the Oscar-nominated film, Lady Bird. His latest album “Hello Mojo” spent more than 7 weeks on the Blues Billboard Top 100 charts.Linda Cain of Chicago Blues Guide calls Procell’s music “a treasure trove of richly detailed story-songs that immerse the listener in the blues experience from the Delta to Chicago and beyond. Blues fans around the world seeking smart, powerful modern blues songs that honor the legacy of the genre’s masters will find it here.” Learn more at www.DerrickProcellMusic.com ——Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save 30%!*Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.Processing Fee – A $3 per ticket charge to support the online ticketing software.Facility Fee – A $7 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $5 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.Questions? Contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.orgRaue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
Derrick Procell
Raue Center is proud to welcome favorite Derrick Procell as its 2023-24 season artist in residence. Come spend Thursday nights with us, the big band on stage, the lounge setting is perfect for multiple engagements with this award-winning singer-songwriter, and Catfood Records original recording artist. Each evening of music will be unique, exploring an aspect of Procell’s personal journey as a musician.Derrick’s final performance as 2023-34 Season Artist in Residence is March 21 and it’s going to be a big party with special guests!Originally from Milwaukee, Derrick Procell is a sought-after frontman, vocalist, and musician performing as a solo artist, with his band Derrick Procell and the Redeemers, and with Soundtracks of a Generation. An incredible singer and songwriter, Derrick’s songs have been recorded by The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, Logan Daniels, and Melissa Manchester. You have heard Derrick’s songs on My Name is Earl, TrueBlood, Criminal Minds, Boston Legal, Saving Grace, The Office, True Blood, King of the Hill, and the Oscar-nominated film, Lady Bird. His latest album “Hello Mojo” spent more than 7 weeks on the Blues Billboard Top 100 charts.Linda Cain of Chicago Blues Guide calls Procell’s music “a treasure trove of richly detailed story-songs that immerse the listener in the blues experience from the Delta to Chicago and beyond. Blues fans around the world seeking smart, powerful modern blues songs that honor the legacy of the genre’s masters will find it here.” Learn more at www.DerrickProcellMusic.com ——Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save 30%!*Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.Processing Fee – A $3 per ticket charge to support the online ticketing software.Facility Fee – A $7 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $5 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.Questions? Contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.orgRaue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
The Disturbing Disappearance of St. Nicholas
The Disturbing Disappearance of St. NicholasFriday, December 1, 2023 | 7:00PMTickets: $25 adults | $10 students Members: $17.50 | $7 ABOUT THE SHOW: The Raue Center School for the Arts production of The DisturbingDisappearance of St. Nicholas makes its world premiere December 1-3. What wouldhappen if Santa Claus abandoned the North Pole? When a group of elves discoverSanta’s famous red suit strewn across a chair, hilarious and heart touching chaosensues as each elf embarks on a journey of self-discovery that helps them betterunderstand the spirit of Christmas. This 60-minute devised piece of theatre will causeimmense joy and move audience members through some of your favorite holiday musicand the writing of this new work written by the students of the RCSA.ABOUT DEVISED THEATRE: Devised Theatre is loosely defined as the process ofcollaboratively creating a new work without a pre-existing script wherein thecollaborators are also the performers. In the standard theatre model, a single playwrightwrites the text and then a director casts actors and selects designers to interpret thattext, resulting in a theatre production. With Devised Theatre, however, the collectiveartists begin without a script. A devised piece of theatre can literally start with anything:a painting, a song, a real-life event, a novel to adapt, non-fiction interviews, aphotograph, poetry, etc. Multiple ways to devise exist. This process requires greatcreativity, the need to work collaboratively, and the ability to create/learn new material tomount a world premiere production. ——Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $3 per ticket charge for all purchasing to support the software that enables the ticket sales. Facility Fee – A $6 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
The Disturbing Disappearance of St. Nicholas
The Disturbing Disappearance of St. NicholasSaturday, December 2, 2023 | 2:00PMTickets: $25 adults | $10 students Members: $17.50 | $7 ABOUT THE SHOW: The Raue Center School for the Arts production of The DisturbingDisappearance of St. Nicholas makes its world premiere December 1-3. What wouldhappen if Santa Claus abandoned the North Pole? When a group of elves discoverSanta’s famous red suit strewn across a chair, hilarious and heart touching chaosensues as each elf embarks on a journey of self-discovery that helps them betterunderstand the spirit of Christmas. This 60-minute devised piece of theatre will causeimmense joy and move audience members through some of your favorite holiday musicand the writing of this new work written by the students of the RCSA.ABOUT DEVISED THEATRE: Devised Theatre is loosely defined as the process ofcollaboratively creating a new work without a pre-existing script wherein thecollaborators are also the performers. In the standard theatre model, a single playwrightwrites the text and then a director casts actors and selects designers to interpret thattext, resulting in a theatre production. With Devised Theatre, however, the collectiveartists begin without a script. A devised piece of theatre can literally start with anything:a painting, a song, a real-life event, a novel to adapt, non-fiction interviews, aphotograph, poetry, etc. Multiple ways to devise exist. This process requires greatcreativity, the need to work collaboratively, and the ability to create/learn new material tomount a world premiere production. ——Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $3 per ticket charge for all purchasing to support the software that enables the ticket sales. Facility Fee – A $6 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
The Disturbing Disappearance of St. Nicholas
The Disturbing Disappearance of St. NicholasSaturday, December 2, 2023 | 7:00PMTickets: $25 adults | $10 students Members: $17.50 | $7 ABOUT THE SHOW: The Raue Center School for the Arts production of The DisturbingDisappearance of St. Nicholas makes its world premiere December 1-3. What wouldhappen if Santa Claus abandoned the North Pole? When a group of elves discoverSanta’s famous red suit strewn across a chair, hilarious and heart touching chaosensues as each elf embarks on a journey of self-discovery that helps them betterunderstand the spirit of Christmas. This 60-minute devised piece of theatre will causeimmense joy and move audience members through some of your favorite holiday musicand the writing of this new work written by the students of the RCSA.ABOUT DEVISED THEATRE: Devised Theatre is loosely defined as the process ofcollaboratively creating a new work without a pre-existing script wherein thecollaborators are also the performers. In the standard theatre model, a single playwrightwrites the text and then a director casts actors and selects designers to interpret thattext, resulting in a theatre production. With Devised Theatre, however, the collectiveartists begin without a script. A devised piece of theatre can literally start with anything:a painting, a song, a real-life event, a novel to adapt, non-fiction interviews, aphotograph, poetry, etc. Multiple ways to devise exist. This process requires greatcreativity, the need to work collaboratively, and the ability to create/learn new material tomount a world premiere production. ——Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $3 per ticket charge for all purchasing to support the software that enables the ticket sales. Facility Fee – A $6 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
The Disturbing Disappearance of St. Nicholas
The Disturbing Disappearance of St. NicholasSunday, December 3, 2023 | 2:00PMTickets: $25 adults | $10 students Members: $17.50 | $7 ABOUT THE SHOW: The Raue Center School for the Arts production of The DisturbingDisappearance of St. Nicholas makes its world premiere December 1-3. What wouldhappen if Santa Claus abandoned the North Pole? When a group of elves discoverSanta’s famous red suit strewn across a chair, hilarious and heart touching chaosensues as each elf embarks on a journey of self-discovery that helps them betterunderstand the spirit of Christmas. This 60-minute devised piece of theatre will causeimmense joy and move audience members through some of your favorite holiday musicand the writing of this new work written by the students of the RCSA.ABOUT DEVISED THEATRE: Devised Theatre is loosely defined as the process ofcollaboratively creating a new work without a pre-existing script wherein thecollaborators are also the performers. In the standard theatre model, a single playwrightwrites the text and then a director casts actors and selects designers to interpret thattext, resulting in a theatre production. With Devised Theatre, however, the collectiveartists begin without a script. A devised piece of theatre can literally start with anything:a painting, a song, a real-life event, a novel to adapt, non-fiction interviews, aphotograph, poetry, etc. Multiple ways to devise exist. This process requires greatcreativity, the need to work collaboratively, and the ability to create/learn new material tomount a world premiere production. ——Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $3 per ticket charge for all purchasing to support the software that enables the ticket sales. Facility Fee – A $6 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
New Rules
New Rules WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2023 | 7:00 PM TICKETS*Tickets: $15 / $20 / $25RaueNOW: $10.50 / $14 / $17.50 Dance off some calories before the turkey and stuffing! Join us in our new on-stage music lounge complete with a bar and dance floor for a night of fun with NEW RULES. New Rules are a Multi Award Winning International Band from Europe that brings the party! Be ready to dance the night away with this high-energy band that guarantees to get you up on your feet! Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable night. The best way to celebrate Thanksgiving, in style! So what’s left to do? Book your tickets, grab your dancing shoes, and come on down to the Raue Center for the Arts! We are ready, are you?! New Rules are the most sought-after entertainers in Cyprus, headlining the largest festivals and events across the island with performances for the Royal Air Force, world-famous celebrities, and large companies. Winning awards as ‘Best Duo’, ‘Best Singer’, ‘Best Live Band’, and ‘Best Professional Live Wedding Vocalist (Cyprus). They cover all genres and all the greatest hits from the 60s up to and including the present day. From Blues to Rock and everything in between. ——Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $3 per ticket charge for all purchasing to support the software that enables the ticket sales. Facility Fee – A $6 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
Battle of the Bands FINALS
Battle of the Bands FinalsAdmission $20Are you ready to rock? Get ready to experience the best battle of the bands around. Come out and support your favorite up-and-coming bands as they battle it out for the title of the next big star. It’s going to be an epic weekend of music and an unforgettable experience for everyone in attendance. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this incredible event.—– Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Etix, our ticketing agent, charges a $3 per ticket fee to process the ticket purchase in their system. The $6 facility fee is a per-order fee that supports the maintenance of Raue Center’s historical venue. Raue Center is recognized by the League of Historic American Theatres and the facility fee helps support the upkeep of the theater, and provides for various free events and initiatives in our community like our Veterans program which allows veterans to see shows for free throughout the year! For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Updated safety policy 5.23.22: Masks are no longer required for most shows, but are recommended. Some protocols may vary by event. Please visit https://www.rauecenter.org/covid/ for details. Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org. Raue Center for the Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
Robert Cray
TICKETS*Tickets: $50 / $55 / $65* Members: $35 / $38.50 / $45.50* Since 1974, The Robert Cray Band has been touring and recording their unique groove, born from a love of Soul, R&B, Gospel, Blues, and Rock n’ Roll! The five-time Grammy winner has been inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame and earned the Americana Music Awards Lifetime Achievement for Performance. “Having had the opportunity to play with some of our heroes was more than we could have ever imagined,” says Robert. “Albert Collins, Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker, and the big stages with The Rolling Stones, Tina Turner, and Eric Clapton.” Cray’s producer Steve Jordan adds, “People gravitate to his guitar playing first, but I think he’s one of the best singers I’ve heard in my life.” Robert’s band features Richard Cousins (bass), Dover Weinberg (keyboards), Terence F. Clark (drums), and Steve Jordan (drums, percussion).Are you one of his biggest fans?Be sure to check out their special VIP package offer that includes a t-shirt, autographed photo and reserved seat!Click here for more information. Recommended: All AgesThis performance sponsored by: ——Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $3 per ticket charge for all purchasing to support the software that enables online ticket sales. Facility Fee – A $6 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
GreenRoom Improv
GREENROOM IMPROV Friday, October 13, 2023 @ 8:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership Adult: $14RaueNOW Membership Student: $9.10Standard Adult: $20Standard Student: $13 —– For over 20 years, GreenRoom Improv has performed nationally for a wide range of audiences and events. GreenRoom specializes in a unique blend of clean, high-energy, multi-faceted improv comedy.GreenRoom members include Dave Hunter, Matthew Aldis, Kerry Cox, Sam Barbaro, Christian Zierke, Miriam Naponelli, Jess Smith, Paul Gunsul (piano), & Erik Scheele (piano). For more information, visit greenroomimprov.com —–Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Etix, our ticketing agent, charges a $3 per ticket fee to process the ticket purchase in their system. The $6 facility fee is a per-order fee that supports the maintenance of Raue Center’s historical venue. Raue Center is recognized by the League of Historic American Theatres and the facility fee helps support the upkeep of the theater, and provides for various free events and initiatives in our community like our Veterans program which allows veterans to see shows for free throughout the year! For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Updated safety policy 5.23.22: Masks are no longer required for most shows, but are recommended. Some protocols may vary by event. Please visit https://www.rauecenter.org/covid/ for details. Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org. Raue Center for the Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
Lucy’s Comedy
LUCY’S COMEDY With headliner Calvin Evans, featuring DJ Ribsky, and hosted by Ted Willson. Friday, June 27, 2025 @ 8:30pTickets start at $29* Members save 30%(All-in pricing includes a $4 Box Office Fee. An $8 Order fee will be applied at checkout to the entire order.) Chicago native Calvin Evans’ comedy career began during his time at the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana. While obtaining his degree in Sport Management, he fell in love with stand-up comedy and would put his business aspirations on hold. He took his talents back to Chicago and was quickly named Chicago’s Next Big Comic. Calvin attended the famed Second City Training Center. Upon completing their Improv Conservatory program. His television credits include NBC’s Chicago PD, Shameless on Showtime. He has also performed standup on the Kevin Hart Comedy Central series Hart of The City, Bring the Funny on NBC and Conan on TBS. He can be seen reoccurring on the hit HBO Max show SouthSide. His half hour Unprotected Sets special released in 2020 on EPIX. DJ Rybski is a stand-up comic from the southside of Chicago. He recorded a set for Nateland Live at Zanies Nashville and was recently featured on the A-List showcase at the prestigious 312 Comedy Festival. His writing is quick, smart, and truthful, making him a favorite online, where his comedy has been viewed millions of times. He’s headlined some of the best clubs in the country and performs regularly in Chicago at Zanies Chicago, Zanies Rosemont, Laugh Factory, and the Chicago Improv. Ted Willson, the comedic half of the wildly popular online show That Checks Out, is a Chicago-area native. While entertaining at clubs throughout the Midwest, he regularly makes audiences laugh with his funny and familiar stories that you can’t imagine happened to him. Ted brings those unbelievable true stories to life with a polished wit and an endearing charm. This performance sponsored by: ——Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save 30%!*Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.Box Office Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software.Order Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.Questions? Contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.orgRaue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
GreenRoom Improv
GREENROOM IMPROV Friday, November 10, 2023 @ 8:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership Adult: $14RaueNOW Membership Student: $9.10Standard Adult: $20Standard Student: $13 —– For over 20 years, GreenRoom Improv has performed nationally for a wide range of audiences and events. GreenRoom specializes in a unique blend of clean, high-energy, multi-faceted improv comedy.GreenRoom members include Dave Hunter, Matthew Aldis, Kerry Cox, Sam Barbaro, Christian Zierke, Miriam Naponelli, Jess Smith, Paul Gunsul (piano), & Erik Scheele (piano). For more information, visit greenroomimprov.com —–Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Etix, our ticketing agent, charges a $3 per ticket fee to process the ticket purchase in their system. The $6 facility fee is a per-order fee that supports the maintenance of Raue Center’s historical venue. Raue Center is recognized by the League of Historic American Theatres and the facility fee helps support the upkeep of the theater, and provides for various free events and initiatives in our community like our Veterans program which allows veterans to see shows for free throughout the year! For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Updated safety policy 5.23.22: Masks are no longer required for most shows, but are recommended. Some protocols may vary by event. Please visit https://www.rauecenter.org/covid/ for details. Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org. Raue Center for the Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
Lucy’s Comedy
LUCY’S COMEDY With headliner Chelsea Hood, featuring Mike Preston, and hosted by Brian Williams. Friday, August 29, 2025 at 8:30pmTickets start at $29* Members save 30%(All-in pricing includes a $4 Box Office Fee. An $8 Order fee will be applied at checkout to the entire order.) Best stand-up in the burbs! Raue Center brings the best stand-up comics in the Chicagoland area close to home with Lucy’s Comedy, Raue Center’s longest-running program! Curated by comic and radio personality John DaCosse. Chelsea Hood is a Chicago-based comedian you may have seen on The CW Network, WGN, or the stages of SXSW, The Comedy Store, Caroline’s on Broadway, The House of Blues, The Improv, and Zanie’s, as well as a long list of prestigious bar basements across the country. After getting her start in the Texas comedy scene, she moved to New York City to train with the best the world has to offer. Her comedy is a blend of Midwestern nice observational and pithy storytelling. She’s been selected as a featured performer for festivals coast to coast, including a slot in The Best of the Midwest at Gilda’s Laughfest and a Comic to Watch at Riot LA. She has opened for heavy hitters such as Bert Kreischer, Marc Maron, Sebastian Maniscalco, and many more. Mike Preston: With his slightly damaged take on things, Mike Preston has worked comedy clubs and sordid one-nighters from coast to coast for over thirty years, and made several TV appearances, including SHOWTIME’S COMEDY CLUB, and NBC’S FRIDAY NIGHT. Along the way, he produced and hosted a cable access talk show, as well as self-publishing several books, including the landmark self-help parody – STOP TALKING NOW! In addition to standup, Preston is currently working in the storytelling genre. Brian Williams: After studying improv for 4 years, Brian Williams has spent the last 5 years launching his stand-up career. He has performed all over Chicagoland, including Zanies and Lucy’s Comedy Cafe. This performance sponsored by: ——Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save 30%!*Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.Box Office Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software.Order Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.Questions? Contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.orgRaue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
GreenRoom Improv
GREENROOM IMPROV Saturday, January 6, 2024 @ 7:00 PM Ticket Price: RaueNOW Membership Adult: $14RaueNOW Membership Student: $9.10Standard Adult: $20Standard Student: $13 —– For over 20 years, GreenRoom Improv has performed nationally for a wide range of audiences and events. GreenRoom specializes in a unique blend of clean, high-energy, multi-faceted improv comedy.GreenRoom members include Dave Hunter, Matthew Aldis, Kerry Cox, Sam Barbaro, Christian Zierke, Miriam Naponelli, Jess Smith, Paul Gunsul (piano), & Erik Scheele (piano). For more information, visit greenroomimprov.com —–Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets! Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Etix, our ticketing agent, charges a $3 per ticket fee to process the ticket purchase in their system. The $6 facility fee is a per-order fee that supports the maintenance of Raue Center’s historical venue. Raue Center is recognized by the League of Historic American Theatres and the facility fee helps support the upkeep of the theater, and provides for various free events and initiatives in our community like our Veterans program which allows veterans to see shows for free throughout the year! For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Updated safety policy 5.23.22: Masks are no longer required for most shows, but are recommended. Some protocols may vary by event. Please visit https://www.rauecenter.org/covid/ for details. Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org. Raue Center for the Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
Lucy’s Comedy
LUCY’S COMEDY With headliner Kevin Bozeman, featuring Nate Armbruster, and hosted by Samantha Chiappone Friday, September 26, 2025 @ 8:30pTickets start at $29* Members save 30%(All-in pricing includes a $4 Box Office Fee. An $8 Order fee will be applied at checkout to the entire order.) Best stand-up in the burbs! Raue Center brings the best stand-up comics in the Chicagoland area close to home with Lucy’s Comedy, Raue Center’s longest-running program! Curated by comic and radio personality John DaCosse.Kevin Bozeman’s Dry Bar Comedy videos have amassed over 30 million views. Seen on Comedy Central, CBS, and NBC’s Last Comic Standing. He has 2 comedy specials out, on Amazon Prime (Clean & Unfiltered) and YouTube (God’s Work). Kevin’s hilarious takes on parenting, relationships, and social issues make this a must-see show Nate Armbruster is a stand-up comedian, writer, and podcaster based in Chicago. His quick wit and laid-back, charismatic style have been a hit with audiences across the country, earning him spots at festivals like The Great American Comedy Festival, Gilda’s LaughFest, and Laughing Skull Comedy Festival. Nate has opened for comedians such as Mark Normand, Nikki Glaser, Bert Kreischer, Ryan Hamilton, Tim Meadows, and TJ Miller. In addition to his stand-up career, Nate shares humorous stories and commentary on his podcast, “Nate Knows Nothing,” and engages with fans through his social media platforms.For more of Nate’s comedy, check out his comedy special, “Sorry to Bother You,” available on YouTube.Samantha Chiappone is a stand-up comic and single mom who’s been making people laugh, sometimes on purpose, for the past two years. She’s performed at Zanies, the Raue Center, and anywhere else willing to hand her a mic. Her comedy is honest, fast, and just a little too relatable. This performance sponsored by: ——Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save 30%!*Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.Box Office Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software.Order Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.Questions? Contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.orgRaue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.
