Monroe County Arts Alliance

Waterloo German Band plays at the Stubbornfest
2025-10-04 12:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Stubborn German Brewery
Come enjoy an evening of fun at the Annual Stubbornfest with music, food and, beer

Waterloo German plays at Eckert’s Cider Shed
2025-10-05 13:00 - 16:00 | Eckert’s, Belleville IL
Everyone’s favorite German Band plays a concert in the Cider Shed. Oktoberfest fun with food and drinks.

Waterloo German plays at Eckert's Cider Shed
2025-10-19 13:00 - 16:00 | Eckert’s, Belleville IL
Everyone’s favorite German Band plays a concert in the Cider Shed. Great Oktoberfest fun with food and drinks.

Chamber Music Society of St. Louis
2025-11-08 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Paul UCC – Columbia, 127 St. Paul Street, Columbia, IL, 62236, United States
Join us for our first concert of the 2025-2026 season and experience world-class chamber music performed in the beautiful setting of St. Paul UCC. This concert is designed to inspire, enchant the audience and nurture future generations of classical musicians. The Chamber Music Society of St Louis was founded in 2008 and Pastor Sheldon Culver, of St. Paul UCC is on their board of directors. We hope you will be able to attend!

Kaskaskia Trail Chorus Annual Show
2025-11-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Turner Hall, 211 East Cherry St., Columbia, IL, 62236, United States
“Meet Me Inn Maeystown” script will introduce barbershop-style singing of songs from musicals, songs such as Meet Me in St. Louis, somewhere Over The Rainbow, Lion Sleeps Tonight.
Feature quartet will be “Daily Special” which won comedy award at Barbershop Harmony Society convention. Special quartet will be “Improv” which recently won the Illinois District competition.

Outside Mullingar
2025-11-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
It’s Opening Night at the Capitol Theater in Waterloo on Friday, November 14, for OUTSIDE MULLINGAR! Join director Tim Paeltz and his cast of four amazing actors as they take you to Ireland. Performances for Outside Mullingar are Fri, Sat, Sun, Nov 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, & 23. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30p.m. and Sunday matinees are at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the door or online at masctheatre.org. You may also call the ticket line to reserve tickets at 618-939-SHOW (7469). General Admission tickets are $16 and Seniors 55+ and Students are $14. See you at the theatre!

Outside Mullingar
2025-11-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
The second performance of Outside Mullingar, produced by Monroe Actors Stage Company, will be on Saturday, November 15 at 7:30 pm. at the Capitol Theater in Waterloo. Tickets are $16 for General Admission and $14 for Seniors 55+ and Students. Tickets are available at the door or on the MASC website at www.masctheatre.org. Reservations may be made by calling 618-939-7469. Come experience this endearing story in a magical Ireland setting!

Outside Mullingar
2025-11-16 14:30 - 16:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon! Join Monroe Actors Stage Company for the matinee performance of Outside Mullingar, set in the Irish countryside. The performance begins at 2:30 p.m. and the box office will open at 1:30 p.m. Advance reservations can be made by calling 618-939-7469 or on the website at www.masctheatre.org. Tickets will also be available at the door.

Outside Mullingar
2025-11-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Join Monroe Actors Stage Company for the second weekend of the delightfully funny “Outside Mullingar”. Set in Ireland, the show features a cast of four and sets that will intrigue you. There might even be some Irish music! The final weekend of performances is November 21, 22, 23. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday matinee is at 2:30 p.m. All performances take place at the historic Capitol Theater in Waterloo. Call 618-939-SHOW (7469) to make reservations!

Outside Mullingar
2025-11-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Join Maria Wilken, Ryan Thorp, John Patrick and Therese Melnykov in Monroe Actors Stage Company’s production of Outside Mullingar. Tim Paeltz is the director. It’s a wonderful way to spend a Saturday evening! Tickets are $16 for General Admission and $14 for Seniors 55+ and Students. Show time is 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov 22. Call 618-939-7469 to make reservations or visit www.masctheatre.org to purchase tickets in advance.

Outside Mullingar
2025-11-23 14:30 - 16:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
It’s your last chance to travel to Ireland via the MASC production of Outside Mullingar! Don’t miss it! The time is 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov 23 at the Capitol Theater in Waterloo. Tickets are $16 for General Admission and $14 for Seniors 55+ and Students. Call 618-939-7469 to make reservations or try a wee bit of luck at the door!

Waterloo Municipal Band plays a Holiday Concert at St Paul UCC Church
2025-11-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Waterloo, Courthouse Square, Waterloo, Illinois, 62298, United States
Come listen to a free Holiday concert with the Waterloo Municipal band during Waterloo’s Christmas walk.

St. Louis Metro Singers
2025-12-06 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Paul UCC – Columbia, 127 St. Paul Street, Columbia, IL, 62236, United States
The St. Louis Metro Singers will once again lead us into the Christmas season with a performance of Christmas choral favorites. The holiday concert is also the evening we pay tribute to the memory of the Eppinger Foundation’s founding president, Floyd Crowder. Make plans to join us for the “Sounds of the Season” in the beautifully decorated St. Paul UCC sanctuary.

The Heart of Christmas
2025-12-14 16:00 - 18:00 | St John UCC Valmeyer, 201 S Meyer Avenue, Valmeyer, IL, 62295, United States
Join the Valmeyer Community Chorus as they present their annual holiday concert titled “The Heart of Christmas” on Sunday, December 14 at 4:00 p.m. at St John United Church of Christ in Valmeyer. This all-volunteer chorus will sing a variety of holiday tunes new and old. The guest choir will be the Valmeyer High School Choir. The concert will also benefit the Bi-County Backpack Program which serves families throughout Monroe and Randolph Counties. Guests are invited to bring non-perishable food items as a donation. There is no admission charge for the concert, but donations will be accepted. Please help us as we usher in the holiday season!!

The Outsider
2026-01-30 19:30 - 21:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Join Monroe Actors Stage Company for Opening Night of The Outsider, a comedy directed by veteran director Maria Wilken. The curtain goes up at 7:30 p.m. with the box office opening at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $16 for General Admission and $14 for Seniors 55 + and for Students. Tickets may be reserved for pick up by calling 618-939-SHOW or purchased in advance by visiting www.masctheatre.org. The Outsider will run on Fri, Sat, Sun, Jan 30, 31, and Feb 1 and again on Fri, Sat, Sun, Feb 6, 7, 8. Sunday shows are at 2:30 p.m., while all Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 p.m. at the historic Capitol Theater in Waterloo. Don’t miss this production—you will leave smiling!!!

The Outsider
2026-01-31 19:30 - 22:00 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
On Saturday, January 31, join Dan Schmid, Melanie Kozak, Craig Alexander, Austin Brouk, Amber Corrigan, Matthew Goad and Caitlin Bromberger as they go through the hilarious story of someone who really doesn’t want to be governor? Yes–prepare to be entertained! Tickets are $16 general admission and $14 for Seniors 55+ and Students. The box office opens at 6:30 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door, or call 618-939-SHOW to reserve tickets. They may be purchased online at www.masctheatre.org. Monroe Actors Stage Company thanks you!

The Outsider
2026-02-01 14:30 - 17:00 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Monroe Actors Stage Company presents “The Outsider” , a comedy about politics (but has very little to do with politics!) on Sunday afternoon, February 1 at 2:30 p.m. at the historic Capitol Theater in Waterloo. Join us! Tickets may be purchased at the door beginning at 1:30 p.m. or in advance at www.masctheatre.org. They may be reserved in advance by calling 618-939-7469. Tickets are $16 for General Admission and $14 for Students and for Seniors 55+.

The Outsider
2026-02-06 19:30 - 22:00 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Join the cast of THE OUTSIDER by Paul Slade Smith as they continue to entertain audiences for a second weekend of comedy at the historic Capitol Theater in Waterloo. Monroe Actors Stage Company is proud to present this fun-filled show. Tickets are $16 General Admission and $14 Seniors 55+ and Students. To reserve tickets, please call 618-939-7469. To purchase online, please visit masctheatre.org. Show time on Friday, February 6 is 7:30 p.m. The production will continue on February 7 & 8.

The Outsider
2026-02-07 19:30 - 22:00 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Are you looking for something to do on a Saturday night? Are you hoping to see quality live theatre, right here in Monroe County, IL? If so, come to the MASC production of THE OUTSIDER by Paul Slade Smith! This comedy will not disappoint you!
Tickets are $16 General Admission and $14 for Students and for Seniors 55+. The curtain rises at 7:30 p.m. at the historic Capitol Theater in downtown Waterloo. Tickets may be purchased at the door or reserved in advance by calling 618-939-7469.
We hope to see you at the theater!

The Outsider
2026-02-08 14:30 - 17:00 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Sunday, Feb 8 is your final chance to see the outstanding cast of THE OUTSIDER, a comedy by Paul Slade Smith, at the Capitol Theater in Waterloo. Join Craig Alexander, Melanie Kozak, Caitlin Bromberger, Austin Brouk, Amber Corrigan, Matthew Goad and Dan Schmid as they take you through the hilarious side of politics! The show is directed by Maria Wilken. The performance begins at 2:30 p.m. and the box office opens at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the door or may be reserved by calling 618-939-7469. Tickets may also be purchased in advance at www.masctheatre.org. Thank you for your support!

Soulard Blues Band
2026-02-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Columbia Legion Hall, 375 E. Locust, Columbia, IL, United States
Founded in 1978, the Soulard Blues Band – arguably the hardest working band in town – still tears up the town one show at a time. It is not every band you run across that has a mission beyond just steady giggin’, but then again, as one of the longest-lasting acts around – and with nine straight wins in the “Best Blues Band” category in a popular local poll – the Soulard Blues Band is not just any band.”

Arianna String Quartet
2026-03-14 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Paul UCC – Columbia, 127 St. Paul Street, Columbia, IL, 62236, United States
Hailed for their outstanding musicianship, the Arianna String Quartet has firmly established itself as one of America’s finest chamber ensembles. Their performances have been praised for “tonal warmth, fastidious balance…expressive vitality” (Chicago Tribune) and “emotional commitment and fluent virtuosity,” (Pretoria News, South Africa).

Maeystown Spring Art Show
2026-03-21 11:00 - 2026-03-22 16:00 | Downtown Maeystown, Mill Street, Maeystown, IL, 62256, United States
Historic Maeystown will host the annual Spring Art Show on Saturday and Sunday, March 21 and 22, 2026, from 11a.m. to 4p.m. each day at the Maeystown Preservation Society Mill and Museum. The featured artists this year will be members of the Artists Guild of Monroe County. This promises to be a beautiful display of a variety of local Monroe County art and creativity. The Spring Art Show is free to the public. For more information, please visit www.maeystown.com or email marciabraswell@gmail.com. We hope to see you there!

TUCK EVERLASTING
2026-04-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Join Monroe Actors Stage Company for Opening Night of “Tuck Everlasting” based on the children’s book by Natalie Babbitt.
Director Ken Clark has established a stellar cast which will bring this charming story to life. “Tuck Everlasting” opens on Friday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m. at the historic Capitol Theater in Waterloo. Tickets are $18 General Admission and $16 for Seniors 55 + and Students. Call 618-939-7469, Option 2, to reserve your seat! The show will continue with performances on Sat and Sun, April 11-12, and Fri, Sat, Sun, April 17-19.

TUCK EVERLASTING
2026-04-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
“Tuck Everlasting” is a charming musical for all ages, based on the children’s book by Natalie Babbitt. The performances by Monroe Actors Stage Company are at the historic Capitol Theater in Waterloo on Fri, Sat, Sun, April 10, 11, 12, 17, 18 & 19. All Fri and Sat shows begin at 7:30 p.m. All Sun matinees begin at 2:30 p.m. Reserve tickets by calling 618-939-7469 or purchase in advance at masctheatre.org. Join us!

TUCK EVERLASTING
2026-04-12 14:30 - 16:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Will Winnie Foster join the Tuck family in their eternal life, or will she choose to live out her life as meant to be? Find out by attending this matinee performance of “Tuck Everlasting” on Sunday, April 12 at 2:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theater in Waterloo. Tickets may be reserved by calling 618-939-7469 or purchased in advance at www.masctheatre.org. Performances will continue for a second weekend on Fri, Sat, Sun, April 17, 18 & 19. Groups of 10 or more may qualify for a group discount. Call 618-939-7469 for more information.

TUCK EVERLASTING
2026-04-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Begin your weekend by joining Monroe Actors Stage Company for Tuck Everlasting, the story of eleven year old Winnie Foster and her friendship with Jesse Tuck. The Tuck family shares an immortal secret and Winnie must decide whether or not to become a part of that life. Friday and Saturday night performances begin at 7:30 p.m. with the box office opening at 6:30 p.m. Students and Seniors 55+ are $16 and General Admission tickets are $18. Groups of 10 or more qualify for discounted tickets. To reserve your tickets, please call 618 939-7469. To purchase tickets in advance visit www.masctheatre.org.

Gateway City Big Band
2026-04-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Columbia Legion Hall, 375 E. Locust, Columbia, IL, United States
The Gateway City Big Band is a 17-piece band with two vocalists that has been entertaining audiences in the St. Louis area and beyond since 1966. As a non-profit organization, the band plays for charitable and civic events. The band’s excess funds are used to support worthy school music programs and young musicians. Known for its fine musicianship, great vocalists and soloists, the band performs a diverse library which includes authentic charts stretching from the big band era to more recent styles and artists. The Gateway City Big Band has performed in some of St. Louis’ premier music and dance venues, including the historic Fox Theatre, Khorissan Room at the Chase Park Plaza, St. Louis Casa Loma Ballroom, Missouri Botanical Gardens, and many others.

TUCK EVERLASTING
2026-04-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Enter the world of Angus and Mae Tuck, along with their sons Jesse and Miles, as they meet eleven year old Winnie Foster. Based on the book by Natalie Babbitt, director Ken Clark has assembled a stellar cast to tell the story of Tuck Everlasting. Tickets may be reserved by calling 618-939-7469 or by visiting www.masctheatre.com. Tuck Everlasting is presented with permission from Music Theater International, NY, NY. Don’t miss this charming story!

TUCK EVERLASTING
2026-04-19 14:30 - 16:30 | Capitol Theatre, 202 South Main St., Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
Today is the final chance to see the Monroe Actors Stage Company production of Tuck Everlasting at 2:30 p.m. at the historic Capitol Theater in Waterloo. Please don’t miss this show for all ages! The magic of the singing, choreography, and set design will keep your attention throughout.
Tickets are $16 for Students and Seniors 55+. General admission is $18. Call 618-939-7469 to reserve your ticket.
