After nearly three decades, eleven albums, and thousands of shows worldwide, Skillet play louder, fight harder, and sound more rebellious than ever. As of 2024, the band have received two-time GRAMMY® Award nominations, picked up a Billboard Music Award, and landed three albums in the Top 5 of the Billboard 200. Selling over 22 million units worldwide, they have notched multiplatinum, platinum, or gold RIAA certifications for a total of 12 singles and four full-length albums.

As a live force of nature, they have touched down on four continents and in 26 countries, packing arenas everywhere from the Middle East to Russia. Not to mention, Skillet expanded their world with the graphic novel series EDEN. The first installment stood out as Z2 Comics’ best-selling book of all-time. Now, the global hard rock quartet—John Cooper [lead vocals, bass], Korey Cooper [guitar, keys], Jen Ledger [drums, vocals], and Seth Morrison [lead guitar]—deliver an insurgent, infectious, and inimitable body of work with their twelfth full-length offering and first-ever independent album, Revolution, led by the single “Unpopular.”

CMA-winning, Grammy and ACM-nominated artist T. Graham Brown has recorded 15 studio albums and charted more than 20 singles on the Billboard charts. He has had multiple number-one hits in country, gospel, and blues, including “Hell and High Water,” “I Wish I Could Hurt That Way Again,” and “Don’t Go to Strangers.” Brown’s voice is also recognized from his singing in advertising campaigns for McDonald’s, Disneyland, Almond Joy, Coca-Cola, Dodge Truck, Ford, Hardee’s, and many others, including the Taco Bell “Run For The Border” television spots. Brown’s uniqueness has made him one of the day's most beloved and iconic performers.

Lorrie Morgan and Pam Tillis are delighting fans old and new on the latest run of their highly successful Grits and Glamour Tour. From the road to the red carpet, these two women are comfortable in their high heels. Formed in 2009, the Grits and Glamour tour is a “together is better” event, featuring tight harmonies to each other’s classic songs like Tillis’ “Maybe It Was Memphis,” and “Mi Vida Loca,” and Morgan’s “Something in Red” and “Except for Monday,” as well as new and original music from more recent recordings. In their careers combined, Tillis and Morgan have recorded 28 top 10 hits, sold more than 18 million records, and charted 12 number-one songs. They boast numerous Grammys, CMA Awards, movie credits, television appearances, and Broadway performances.

The music of Tom Petty Night is coming to Effingham! Paying tribute to Tom Petty, The Great Wide Open featuring Greg Klyma has packed its show with all of Tom Petty’s hits and a few B-sides for good measure. Nashville musician and Effingham native Myles Baker will open the show. All proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Fear Nothing, a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing support for cancer patients and their families in Effingham, Cumberland, Jasper, Clay, Fayette and Shelby counties.

The Missouri Horror-Fest is a Horror mecca convention located in the beautiful City of St.Louis, Missouri. Striving to be Missouri's best and truest Horror convention featuring fandoms of multiple genres. As a long-time collector of horror and pop culture items the promoter brings St.Louis an event that will satisfy any fandom!

Adam Wainwright is a veteran Major League Baseball pitcher known for his distinguished career with the St. Louis Cardinals. A three-time All-Star, Wainwright earned a reputation for his clutch performances, particularly in post-season play, where he played a pivotal role in the Cardinal 2006 and 2011 World Series victories.
 
Beyond his on-field success, Wainwright is recognized for his leadership and philanthropy. Looking toward the future, Wainwright, having signed with FOX Sports and MLB Network as a color commentator for MLB broadcasts has set his talents not only toward the game but also music. With the guidance and musical contributions of Grammy award-winning producer and songwriter Gary Baker, Wainwright is poised to release his debut record to the world of country music this Spring.

Thomas Ian Nicholas is an American actor, filmmaker and musician (Thomas Nicholas Band). He is best known for his lead roles as Henry Rowengartner in Rookie of the Year and as Kevin Meyers in the American Pie movies. He has also had lead roles in other known films including A Kid in King Arthur's Court (1995) and Stealing Sinatra (2003).

Musically, Nicholas self-released his debut album in 2008 and followed up with multiple album releases since then and has appeared on other songs with notable artists including Blue's Traveler.

A fun and frightful adventure is in store, as the Sanderson sisters are awakened on Halloween night! Three centuries have passed since the trio of witches were executed for practicing dark witchcraft. Returning to life thanks to a combination of a spell spoken before their demise and the accidental actions of the new-kid-in-town Max, the sisters have one night to secure their existence. Tickets include a goodie bag at the door. Come dressed as your favorite Sanderson sister or in your Halloween costume. (Rated: PG) 

Amy Grant's career spans more than 40 years and stretches from her roots in gospel into becoming an iconic pop star, songwriter, television personality, and philanthropist. With three multi-platinum albums, six platinum albums and four gold albums, her total career album sales have exceeded 30 million and over 1 billion global streams. Grant's chart success has been consistent throughout her career with six No. 1 hits, 10 Top 40 pop singles, 17 Top 40 Adult Contemporary tracks, and multiple Contemporary Christian chart-toppers. In addition to her six GRAMMY® Awards, Grant has earned 26 GMA Dove Awards (including four Artist of the Year Awards) and has been awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as well as the Music City Walk of Fame and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

For nearly six decades, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band has shaped the landscape of American music – blending folk, country, and rock into a signature sound that has stood the test of time. From its breakout hit “Mr. Bojangles” to its groundbreaking “Will the Circle Be Unbroken” album series, it has collaborated with legends like Johnny Cash, Emmylou Harris, and John Prine while earning three Grammys and a place in the Grammy Hall of Fame. The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is now on its final tour – All the Good Times: The Farewell Tour – performing its signature blend of folk and rock across the United States.

Get ready for an evening of sidesplitting laughter as Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, the dynamic duo from TV's "Whose Line is it Anyway?," take the stage in a one-night-only uproarious live show, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Asking for Trouble. With lighting-fast wit, Mochrie and Sherwood transform the audience's suggestions into an unpredictable evening of nonstop comedy gold. No script? No problem! "Asking for Trouble" is a wild rollercoaster ride or hilarity, where two improv legends prove they are still the best in the business. 

The celebrated nine-man a cappella group is known for redefining the sound of the season with its signature blend of impeccable harmonies, sharp humor, and infectious energy. With over 25 years of live performances, more than 1 billion streams, and collaborations with music icons like Paul McCartney, Elton John, and Stevie Wonder, Straight No Chaser has become a must-see act each holiday season. The set list will feature festive favorites from its gold-certified albums Holiday Spirits and Christmas Cheers, as well as tracks from its latest release, Stocking Stuffer. This high-spirited performance offers something for everyone — heartwarming classics, laugh-out-loud moments, and the kind of musical magic that brings audiences of all ages together. Whether you're a longtime “Chaser” or new to their music, this show is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season.

PLEASE NOTE: This is not a children's show. The show contains adult language and content.

Poisoned apples! Glass slipper! Who needs ’em?!  Not Snow White and her posse of disenchanted princesses in this hilarious hit musical that’s anything but Grimm. The original storybook heroines are none too happy with the way they’ve been portrayed in today’s pop culture, so they’ve tossed their tiaras and have come to life to set the record straight. Forget the princesses you think you know – these royal renegades are here to comically belt out the truth.

Now in its sixth decade of performing, Three Dog Night has woven hit its classic rock songs through the fabric of pop culture. The group crystallizes its continued popularity and heightens audience emotions by boasting chart and sales records that remain virtually unmatched in popular music. The group holds a Billboard Magazine record for releasing 21 consecutive Top 40 hits, including “Joy to the World,” “Black and White,” “Shambala,” and “One." The group’s eclectic taste transcends time and brings together new and long-time audiences alike.

For more than a decade, Theresa Caputo—known worldwide as the Long Island Medium, and star of the new Lifetime Series Raising Spirits—has touched the lives of millions of fans, comforting supporters when they need it most.

Through personal life stories, candid humor, and intimate details about her gift to communicate with those who have passed on, the beloved television personality and best-selling author delivers healing messages to her audience, reassuring them with the revelation that their deceased loved ones are still with them—just in a different way. Recognized as one of the most renowned mediums for over 20 years, Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience is the awe-inspiring event you won’t want to miss.

Upgrade your experience with a pre-show photo opportunity with Theresa! A limited number of PRE-SHOW VIP photo opportunities are available as a package paired with the best seats. Patrons will receive a VIP keepsake item and are invited to arrive for a pre-show photo with Theresa, taken by a professional photographer.

Hairball is back, as it celebrates 25 years of touring! Hairball returns for a Rock & Roll experience that will not soon be forgotten! Homage will be paid to some of the biggest arena acts in the world including Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, Poison, and Aerosmith. Hairball’s show includes lights, sound, video screens, smoke, bombs, confetti, and more!

Charismatic Grammy and Emmy nominee Michael Cavanaugh gained fame after he was hand-picked by Billy Joel to star in the Broadway musical "Movin’ Out." The talented pianist and singer has since performed concerts across the world, including major symphony orchestra specials. His interpretation of the modern rock/pop classics inspired Billboard to call him “The New Voice of the American Rock and Roll Songbook.” He returns this December to help celebrate the season with a holiday show combining modern Christmas songs with classic holiday hits to create a fun, rockin’ musical show for the yuletide season. Sprinkle in a selection of classic pop and rock songs by Billy Joel, Elton John and more, and even scrooges will be dancing in their seats!

Welcome to the ultimate holiday party where all the guests are world-class singers, tap dancers, musicians, and beatboxers! It's an interactive, high energy, joyful medley of feel-good holiday mashups spanning genres from big band to swing to funky country western to acapella!  The party takes a turn when two of the guests become beatboxing investigators on the hunt to find "Who Brought the HUMBUG?" Join this vibrant and talented cast in an inspirational, all-age, all-inclusive, hilarious, family-friendly, fun, funky celebration of the holiday season!

Lonestar and Collin Raye bring the spirit of the season to life with a night of holiday magic and country hits. Lonestar is known for fan favorites like “Amazed” and “I’m Already There,” and Collin Raye garnered hits including “Love, Me” and “Little Rock.” Celebrate Christmas with timeless melodies in a show filled with storytelling and harmonies.

The Texas Tenors sleigh ride into town with their heartwarming and touching holiday concert, “Deep in the Heart of Christmas.” From seasonal favorites like “O Holy Night” and “Joy to the World” to the crowd-pleasing original hit “Bootdaddy,” The Texas Tenors bring a unique blend of music to the stage with thrilling harmonies and award-winning arrangements. Bring the whole family and make some new and lasting Christmas memories with The Texas Tenors.

Join us for an interactive movie experience as The Polar Express takes us on an adventure to the North Pole! On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas. Tickets include a goodie bag at the door. (Rated G)

Get ready to rock around the Christmas tree at the Jingle Bell Jam! This holiday extravaganza is a festive celebration of regional talent. From soulful carols to upbeat holiday hits, they'll be spreading cheer with every note. So, grab your ugliest Christmas sweater and join us for a night of merry melodies and jolly jingles. It's the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit and support our local music scene. Let's jingle all the way!

The music of Elvis is in the building this holiday season! Join the holiday tradition with Scott Wattles and the Blue Suede Crew, as they celebrate the season with their Rock ‘n’ Roll Christmas show, featuring the music of Elvis Presley! The show will include Christmas classics like “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Silver Bells,” “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer,” and more! Join Scott Wattles for an unforgettable evening of holiday entertainment.

Take an epic journey, as we join Anna, Kristoff, Sven, and, of course, Olaf on a race to save the kingdom! Fearless optimist Anna and her friends are on a missing to find her sister, Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Tickets include a goodie bag at the door. (Rated G)

All that cool, classy style and energy from the Rat Pack shows of yesterday are right here, right now. Take a journey with award-winning, multi-platinum selling crooner Matt Dusk, as he whisks fans away to Las Vegas in 1966 where he pays homage to his hero Frank Sinatra. With arrangements by Grammy award winners Pat Williams and Sammy Nestico, Dusk transports you back in time to one of music’s most elegant eras. A time when “Come Fly With Me,” “I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” “Fly Me To The Moon,” and “One For My Baby” dominated the charts. 

Chris Janson is a multi-platinum recording artist, celebrated entertainer, multi-instrumentalist and award-winning singer/songwriter. The ACM award-winner has collected prestigious accolades that place him amongst country music greats. Both, his inspiring hit “Drunk Girl” and his chart-topping, platinum smash “Buy Me A Boat,” were named among NSAI’s “Ten Songs I Wish I’d Written” lists, making Janson one in a handful of the industry’s most elite artists to earn the title multiple times. The lead single from his new record, “All I Need Is You,” recently took the number one spot at country radio, which is his fifth number one career single.

The cast of Hee Haw invites you to celebrate the magic and mayhem of the longest running country variety show in the history of television! Join the Hee Haw Honey Band and sing-a-long to the music you loved including hits "Crazy," "I Walk The Line," "I'm Sorry," "Stand By Your Man," "Coal Miner's Daughter," "Walking After Midnight," "Act Naturally," "Crying Time," "Your Cheating Heart," "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" and many more. Those Hee Honeys will have you laughing and clapping to classic country and cornpone humor. It’s a hilarious musical romp to the past with comedy sketches and other memorable musical numbers from the Emmy award winning hit show that spanned 25 years.

If you loved Mike Super's magic the last time, you are in for an even bigger treat with his all new Mike Super 2.0H! Show. Bring all your friends that missed him last time to witness his mind-blowing illusions combined with the hilarity of a headline comedian!  Mike Super has taken the performance of magic to new, mainstream levels that will reach out and touch you! As the winner of NBC’s hit TV show “Phenomenon,” Mike Super is the only magician in history to win a LIVE magic competition on primetime network television and voted America's Favorite Mystifier! Mike is also a Top Finalist on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” and featured on Penn & Teller’s "FOOL US."

Direct from Sweden will give you an unforgettable ABBA experience with some of the most talented musicians and singers from Sweden. With hits like "Mamma Mia," "Waterloo," "Fernando," and "Dancing Queen," ABBA made its way into the hearts of people all around the world. This tribute will take you down memory lane with its stage costumes, hairstyles, and voices. You will be dancing and singing along to your favorite ABBA songs.

Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a prehistoric world of astonishing and remarkably life-like dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Segnosaurus, and the Tyrannosaurus Rex.

Floyd Nation celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s iconic album Wish You Were Here! In 1975, Pink Floyd embarked on a journey to create a follow-up to “The Dark Side of the Moon,” and emerged with the “Wish You Were Here” album — a six-time Platinum masterpiece that remains one of the greatest rock albums of all time. Now, 50 years later, Floyd Nation proudly carries the torch, celebrating this milestone with the Wish We Were There Tour! Fans young and old will be transported on a sonic and visual journey with an album-inspired setlist and a custom-designed laser and light show created by an award-winning lighting director. Don’t be a lost soul swimming in a fishbowl—this is one show you won’t want to miss! 

Dr. Reed Timmer is an extreme meteorologist and storm chaser who specializes in intercepting the most powerful storms on the planet to collect valuable scientific data. Graduating with a PhD in meteorology from the University of Oklahoma, Timmer is not only a hardcore storm chaser, but also a scientist driven to unravel the mysteries behind these destructive storms and how they are changing over time. With a life devoted completely to storm chasing and extreme field research, Dr. Timmer has intercepted over 1,000 tornadoes and over 50 hurricanes over the last few decades and is one of the few people in history to chase both an EF5 tornado and Category 5 hurricane. He considers the up-close chasing of tornadoes an art form that is perfected over decades of experience.

Get ready to have your socks knocked off and your heart racing with The Barricade Boys! These four dazzling performers are taking the world by storm with their electrifying show that will have you tapping your feet, belting out your favorite tunes, and grinning from ear to ear. From the heart-wrenching emotion of Les Misérables to the toe-tapping harmonies of the Jersey Boys, The Barricade Boys will take you on a musical journey like no other. Throw in a mix of the greatest pop, rock, swing, and Motown hits of all time, and The Barricade Boys create the ultimate West End party musical mashup! But it's not just about the music – these four superstar performers will also share hilarious and inspiring stories from their time on stage touring the world and also in some of the biggest shows in the West End including “Wicked,” “Billy Elliot,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “The Sound of Music,” “Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat,” and more. Get ready for a night you'll never forget, filled with jaw-dropping vocals, sensational dance routines, and more fun than you can shake a stick at!

The 9th Annual Six String Summit returns to the stage and features six of the area’s best guitar players backed up by the amazing Summit Band.  The 2026 line-up features: Caleb “Duke” Erickson of Effingham (Firebox); Max Heuerman of Teutopolis (The Little Truckers); Karson Pruemer of Teutopolis  (Flight 50); Mike “Magoo” McGohan of Geneva (Hello Dave); Marty Williamson of Shumway (Hello Dave); and Wally Hooker of Carbondale (Diamond Dog) with special guest band Hello Dave!

Experience the ultimate celebration of Meat Loaf’s legendary songbook with Celebrating Meat Loaf! Featuring world-class alumni from Meat Loaf’s own band, The Neverland Express, and powerhouse vocals from American Idol winner Caleb Johnson, this is the only show officially endorsed by Meat Loaf himself. Don’t miss this electrifying performance that Queen’s Brian May calls "the closest you could possibly get!"

Long before “Bridgerton” broke the Netflix algorithm, Vitamin String Quartet had helped establish classical crossover as a genuine force in contemporary music. Fresh off high-profile placements in Bridgerton, VSQ has "reached a mainstream, global audience” and "charmed the world with their classical covers.” On its latest tour, VSQ have created fresh arrangements of familiar hits from Billie Eilish and Bridgerton. VSQ is one of the most popular string ensembles in the world with over two billion streams and seven albums charting on both Billboard Classical and Classical Crossover charts.

Legendary comedian, actor, and podcaster Pauly Shore will take the stage for a night of stand-up comedy! Pauly Shore has been a household name since the 90s when his MTV show "Totally Pauly" ran for six years. The fan favorite series led to an HBO comedy special and starring roles in cult classic films “Jury Duty,” “Bio-Dome,” “Son-in-Law,” and “Encino Man.” Along with comedy and acting, Pauly has built a dedicated music following through his band, Pauly Shore and The Crustys. He also expanded into podcasting with the Pauly Shore Podcast Show, and later, Pauly Shore’s Random Rants. SHOW RATED R -- ADULT CONTENT

The original Tracy, Penny, and Amber celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Broadway Musical “Hairspray” and share their journey filled with Broadway music and stories! Tony Award Winner Marissa Jaret Winokur, Tony Nominee Kerry Butler, and Tony Nominee Laura Bell Bundy reunite onstage for the first time in 20 years. With 16 Broadway shows and over 200 episodes of television between them, this trio has truly done it all – from “Beetlejuice” to “Big Brother”... “Mean Girls” to “Legally Blonde”... “Dancing with the Stars” to “Beauty and the Beast”... “Wicked" to "Gypsy" ... and even the Country Music Awards! Join these powerhouse performers on a hilarious and meaningful musical journey about their origins, friendships, careers, and their children! Join these divas they’ve become in “Mama, I'm a Big Girl Now,” a night of Broadway music and stories you will never forget.

Come, feel the power! Fake News is a tribute to the incomparable Huey Lewis & the News that emphasizes recreating the energy of the band's live performances with the accompaniment of the Tower of Power horns. Get ready to be transported "Back In Time," as Fake News plays all of Huey's greatest hit the way you remember them -- all performed inside an elaborate stage production that leaves no doubt that the “Heart of Rock and Roll” is still beating!

Neil Diamond rocks -- and The Traveling Salvation Show will prove it! This up-tempo, rock-oriented tribute to the legendary Neil Diamond will have you dancing and singing along to all of the classic hits. Don’t confuse this with the “AM radio” version of Neil Diamond, The Traveling Salvation Show is a hard-driving, 10-person ensemble that works to recreate the energy of Neil Diamond’s live arena performances while incorporating its own rock flair. Wearing sequins is not required, but highly encouraged!