An ensemble of stellar vocalists and instrumentalists come together to share the iconic music of RENT like never before. This symphonic take on the Jonathan Larson’s musical includes the full score of the show, including favorites like “Seasons of Love,” “La Vie Bohème,” and “Take Me or Leave Me.” RENT in Concert is a lush, layered take on the...
One of our most movingly powerful storytellers returns to Hancher to share his truths. Jason Isbell and his stellar band sold out in a blink ahead of their 2023 Hancher performance. It is no wonder, because this is a storyteller at the peak of his craft, observing his fellow wanderers, looking inside and trying to...
Witness the daring and enduring spirit that defines The Joffrey's maverick legacy. Hancher’s favorite dance company returns to Iowa City for the first time in 10 years! American Icons celebrates dynamic works by three trailblazing artists of the 20th century: The Joffrey Ballet co-founder Gerald Arpino, Joffrey alum Glen Tetley, and prolific dance pioneer Martha Graham. The Joffrey...
Experience the beauty brought forth by some of the finest musicians to be found anywhere. Undeniably among the most celebrated violinists of his era, Joshua Bell is also music director of the chamber ensemble The Academy of St Martin in the Fields. A musical powerhouse, the orchestra has gained worldwide acclaim for its joyful and...
Ambrose Akinmusire honey from a winter stone • Branford Marsalis Quartet Belonging • Evicshen • Frankie and the Witch Fingers • Golomb • Jason Moran Duke Ellington: My Heart Sings • Jeffrey Lewis & The Voltage • Kalia Vandever • Lex Leto x The Christine Burke Ensemble • Mali Obomsawin • Mary Halvorson: Canis Major • Mei Semones • Miracles of God • Pieta Brown with the Open Field Ensemble • Tortoise • The Westerlies • William Tyler STOP/TIME Stop/Time Festival is a two-day, multi-venue, multi-artist spring festival produced by...
The celebrated Ivoirian singer-songwriter brings a fresh blend of rhythms and cultural influences to her performances. Dobet Gnahoré is a virtuosic singer, dancer, percussionist, and songwriter. Hailing from Côte d’Ivoire, she has taken the Afropop sounds of her country in exciting new directions. A Grammy winner known for her emotional vocal style, Gnahoré will entice...
Her new special is called If You Didn’t Want Me Then. We’re confident you’ll want to see her now. Beth Stelling has collected a lot of accolades over the course of her comedy career. More importantly, she has inspired a lot of laughter with her conversational but razor-sharp style. Her performances have been called “virtuosic,” but we...
Embrace the shadows to explore themes of grief, war, generational conflict, and cycles of violence. The 4th Witch is a feature-length inversion of Shakespeare’s Macbeth created and performed by a celebrated Chicago-based company known for captivating live cinematic experiences. Told through shadow puppetry, actors in silhouette, and live music (without dialogue or narration), The 4th Witch begins on the eve...
It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that’s out of...
It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that’s out of...
It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that’s out of...
It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that’s out of...
