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UPCOMING EVENTS

For Reservations, Call 309-786-7733 ext. 2
Please note, parties may be joined at larger tables.

Manny Lopez Big Band

 

Don’t miss two hours of great live jazz at The Speakeasy in downtown Rock Island! Quad City favorite Manny Lopez and his 13 piece big band will be playing all your favorites from the Big Band era, featuring hits from Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton, to name just a few.

This show is open to jazz fans of all ages!

May 4, June 8, July 6, Aug. 3, Sept. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 2, Dec. 7

Doors 1 pm, Show 2 pm

Tickets $15 in advance, $18 day of show

Windy City Dueling Pianos

 

Windy City Dueling Pianos, from Chicago, combines high-energy live music played on two pianos by highly skilled players!  The performers, hailing from Chicago and from across the Midwest, have decades of dueling piano experience performing in nationally renowned clubs across the Midwest.  They play off each other in the traditional “Classic” dueling pianos style that has made these shows so popular. You the audience control the show and decide what songs the entertainers play! This is truly dueling pianos entertainment at its best!

Must be 18 or older to attend.

April 25, June 21, Sept. 20, Nov. 8, Dec. 20

Doors 7 pm, Show 8 pm

Tickets $13 in advance, $15 day of show

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VIVA LA DIVAS:

The Viva La Divas drag show has become the premiere drag show in the area showcasing the best performers from across the Midwest and can only be seen at The Speakeasy in downtown Rock Island! As always, the show cast includes the beautiful, talented Miss Jaide, Milange and Justine Thyme. This is a great "girls night out" or perfect for a bachelorette party!

Must be 18 or older to attend.

 

May 2, June 6, Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7
Doors 7:00 pm, Show 8 p.m.

Tickets $10 in advance, $12 day of show

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LAUGH HARD COMEDY SHOW

 

Comedy returns to the Circa '21 Speakeasy! This is a great open mic stand up comedy show featuring many hilarious comedians from across the area! Get out of the house have some adult beverages and laugh!

Are you a comedian looking for an open mic? Come join us! Sign up when you arrive.

 

Must be 18 or older to attend.

 

April 18, June 20, July 18

Doors 7 pm, Show 8 pm

Tickets $3

The Nightcaps Present:

Roll 4 Improv

 

In the ultimate test of “Yes, and”, our improvisers will accept any challenge decided by the roll of our 20-sided die. What games are we playing? What crazy voices will our improvisers have to use? Where will the scenes take place? The die decides all that and more! It’s a little bit of D&D, and a whole lot of improv in this new show brought to you by The Nightcaps Improv Comedy!

Must be 21 or older to attend.

 

April 26, Aug. 9, Nov. 1
Doors 7:00 pm, Show 8 p.m.

Tickets $10 in advance, $12 day of show

Nightcaps presents
Shots & Giggles


Improv comedy and drinking crash together into one hilarious evening! From made-up alcohol shots to toasts with the audience, this is one drinking party you can’t miss! 

Must be 21 or older to attend.

 

June 14, Aug. 16, Oct. 4, Dec. 27

Doors 7 pm, Show 8 pm

Tickets $10 in advance, $12 day of show

Samir Abdul Stand Up Comedy


Samir Abdul, originally from Darfur, Sudan, is an international comedian shaking up Chicago’s comedy scene. A survivor of the Darfur genocide, Samir blends personal stories of resilience with sharp, witty observations on American life. Using humor to bridge cultural divides, he challenges perceptions, sparks conversations, and finds laughter where cultures collide. Samir has performed at top venues like Laugh Factory, Zanies, Don’t Tell Comedy, and The Den Theatre, alongside talents such as AGT’s Learnmore Jonasi and WGN’s Pat Tomasulo. His hit show Up’N Coming at The Second City has drawn over 1,000 audience members, cementing its place as one of Chicago’s most exciting showcases for rising comedic talent. 

Must be 18 or older to attend.

 

April 19

Doors 7 pm, Show 8 pm

Tickets $10 in advance, $12 day of show

Mattie's Imaginary Laughing Funhouse

The Speakeasy is thrilled to welcome these three talented comedians who have performed across the Midwest to The Speakeasy for one evening.

Those performing in this show...

Dana Moss-Peterson is unlike any other comedian you've seen. Dana's energetic, unique delivery gives a poetic sense of entertainment. Dana's comedic style can be likened to a fusion of Bill Burr's sharp wit and Lewis Black's incisive humor.

 

Brian Lee Farrell is your favorite brain injury Quad Cities comedian. Also talks about his M.P.D and autism. He continues to redirect his energy to improve his mental health. Brian presents a friendly & fun comedy by self-deprecating and eccentric humor. As he pokes fun at his personal flaws, everyday life scenarios. He finds the ability to turn ugly into laughs. Brian says, "Don't hate the life you lost, Love the life you have now!"

Matt Miller, "Mattie's Imaginary Laughing Funhouse" spontaneous comedy music style is delivered in a spontaneous and bizarre way of comedy, surely having you balling with tears of Laughter! Energic, entertaining and electrifying comedy. You never can predict what Matt will do or say next! Grab a friend and your sense of humor! This M.I.L.F is a chaotic ball of energy and laughter that you don't want to miss! 

Don't miss this exceptional lineup of talent. Be sure to mark your calendars, spread the word among your friends, and make it an hilarious evening out!

Must be 18 or older to attend.

 

May 3

Doors 7 pm, Show 8 pm

Tickets $10 in advance, $12 day of show

Kitty & Red Burlesque Review


Presented by burlesque powerhouses Kitty Bardot and Drop Dead Red this dazzling revue blends classic burlesque, modern seduction, and a touch of playful mischief. Featuring an all-star cast of performers, audiences can expect breathtaking costumes, captivating choreography, and the kind of sizzling stage presence that will leave them wanting more! 

Must be 18 or older to attend.

 

May 17

Doors 7 pm, Show 8 pm

Tickets $40 General • $55 VIP (Only 16 VIP tickets available!) 

Rocky Horror Show

 

On the way to visit an old college professor, two clean cut kids, Brad Majors and his fiancée Janet Weiss, get caught in a storm and end up at the home of mad transvestite scientist, Dr Frank'n'furter, who is in the midst of one of his maniacal experiments! 

 

WARNING: The Rocky Horror Show is not recommended for the easily offended. This show deals with MATURE subject matters in an IMMATURE way!  If sex, drugs, rock & roll, adultery, cross-dressing, aliens, homosexuality and above all, SHOW TUNES are not your cup of tea, this may not be the show for you! If you are still reading at this point we promise you are going to LOVE IT!

Dates: TBD
Fri. & Sat Early Show (18+) Door 6 p.m. Show 7 p.m.
Fri. & Sat. Late Show (21+) Doors 10 p.m., Show 11 p.m. 

Dates: TBD

Sunday (18+) Door 5 p.m. Show 6 p.m. 

All shows: Tickets $25 in advance, $30 day of show

Prop Bags for sale at the door
**No outside props can be brought in**

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