As part of their 10th anniversary season, The Black Box Theatre in downtown Moline is presenting the QC premiere of “The Shark is Broken” by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon, opening Friday, June 12.

The Rainmaker continues at Richmond Hill Players Barn Theatre in Geneseo, Thursday through Saturday, June11 through June 13 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 14 at 3:00 p.m.

The relocated Bix Beiderbecke Museum is opening briefly tonight and Saturday for a sneak preview, at its new home across from its old one, 112 W. 2nd St., Davenport.

Cameron Ulrich is thrilled to be making his Quad Cities theater debut, in Genesius Guild’s first 2026 show, for many reasons.

Celebrate the anniversary of the first drive-in movie theater by visiting a theater near you. Just four remain in Iowa.

In this episode of Talking Art, Kelli and Estlin Feigley of Fresh Films discuss their ambitious vision to bring a multi-stage film and television production facility to Rock Island, Illinois. The planned $12 million soundstage project aims to create new opportunities for filmmakers, artists, students, and creative professionals while strengthening the region's growing creative economy.The conversation explores the impact a professional production facility could have on the Quad Cities—from attracting film and television projects to creating jobs, supporting local businesses, and expanding opportunities for arts education and workforce development. Kelli and Estlin share how Fresh Films is working to build not only a production space, but a creative ecosystem that can benefit the entire community.

Dr. Kathleen Figaro will lead a benefit concert for The Center of St. John’s United Methodist Church on Sunday, June 7 at 3 p.m., in the church sanctuary, 109 E. 14th St., Davenport.

With longer days comes more time to dive into a good book. These are the best new fiction and nonfiction books to keep you entertained on your next road trip, beach vacation or staycation.

Summer's here and it’s a great time to share a book with a child or find some books that will light up the imagination of the kids in your life.

Rik Edgar, former general manager of the Peoria Civic Center, will be the new boss at Vibrant Arena at The MARK, 1201 River Drive, Moline, to start in early July.