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Celebrating Milestones with Extraordinary Experiences

Welcome to ECC Arts Center!

Join us at ECC Arts Center this season for an unforgettable experience as we celebrate our 30th anniversary and our college's 75th year. These milestones highlight three decades of artistic excellence and our strong dedication to the arts and the Elgin community.

Don’t miss out on our diverse performances and special events—where dreams take flight and extraordinary experiences await. Secure your theater tickets today and be part of our vibrant Elgin arts scene!

Season Highlights:

• Diverse Performances: Enjoy a range of performances, from classical ballet to contemporary jazz and theatre to concerts. Our lineup promises something special for everyone.

• Midday Matinees: Don’t miss our new series of cabaret-style shows starting at 1:30 pm, featuring classic tunes and unforgettable songs. Perfect for a midday escape!

• Welcoming Environment: Whether you are a theatre lover or a first-time visitor, you'll find a warm and inclusive atmosphere here. The ECC Arts Center celebrates diversity and showcases artists from around the country and performers who are here in District 509.

Dinner and a Show:

• Culinary Arts and Hospitality: Before your event, savor delicious dishes prepared by students from the renowned Culinary Arts and Hospitality Program at Elgin Community College. When purchasing tickets, look for the chef’s hat icon to add to this dining experience.

Our Ensembles and In-Residence Ensembles:

• College Ensembles: ECC Concert Band, ECC Concert Choir, ECC Jazz Combo, ECC Steel Bands, ECC Musical Theatre, ECC Hip Hop Ensemble, ECC Theatre

• In-Residence Ensembles: BFH, Children’s Theatre of Elgin & Fox Valley Theatre Company, Elgin Master Chorale and Elgin Youth Choir, Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra, Hamilton Wings’ SCORE!