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Theaters/Plays

Theater thrives in Southern Illinois, with a rich lineup of live performances that bring stories to life on stages big and small. From classic plays and modern dramas to student productions and community-led musicals, local theaters offer an intimate and immersive cultural experience. Venues like McLeod Theater at SIU, local civic centers, and independent playhouses spotlight the incredible talent of regional actors, directors, and playwrights inviting audiences to laugh, reflect, and connect through the power of performance.

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  • Multiple Dates
    Thu, Feb 05
    The Varsity Center
    Feb 05, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    The Varsity Center, 418 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
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    Wed, Feb 25
    Christian Moe Laboratory Theater
    Feb 25, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Christian Moe Laboratory Theater, Communications Building, 1100 Lincoln Dr, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
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  • Thu, Mar 05
    Marion Cultural & Civic Center
    Mar 05, 2026, 7:00 PM
    Marion Cultural & Civic Center, 800 Tower Square Plaza, Marion, IL 62959, USA
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  • Multiple Dates
    Thu, Mar 26
    Shryock Auditorium
    Mar 26, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Shryock Auditorium, 1050 S Normal Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
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  • Multiple Dates
    Thu, Apr 09
    Apr 09, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Rend Lake College, 468 Ken Gray Pkwy, Ina, IL 62846, USA
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  • Multiple Dates
    Fri, Apr 17
    The Varsity Center
    Apr 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    The Varsity Center, 418 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
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  • Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jul 10
    The Varsity Center
    Jul 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    The Varsity Center, 418 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA
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