The Performing Arts Signature Series, (PASS), is the Quad City Arts’ premier subscription series featuring world-class performing artists from the Visiting Artist Series.

Enjoy a range of musical talent, theater and dance with complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at unique venues throughout the Quad Cities, all for just $37 per person when you subscribe to all six parties. At PASS, you’ll get to see these incredible artists in an intimate setting and hear about their experiences in schools. Perfect for a date night or mingling with friends, each party is held on weekday evenings at unique venues throughout the Quad Cities, so no two events are alike.

At PASS, you’ll get to see these incredible artists in an intimate setting and hear about their experiences in schools. Perfect for a date night or mingling with friends, each party is held on weekday evenings at
unique venues throughout the Quad Cities, so no two events are alike. Get your tickets today! 
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Kicking off PASS, we welcome The ReMINDers at Mississippi River Distillery Celebration Center, October 6 at 7 pm! The ReMINDers will also have a public concert Saturday, October 8 at 8pm at the Racoon Motel.

Having toured with Lauryn Hill and opened for Snoop Dogg, Big Boi and other big acts, you won’t want to miss this lively show with Big Samir and Aja Black on vocals, rapping and singing (including some lyrics in French) while enjoying complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beer/wine and signature drinks included from the Distillery. Rooftop will be open during cocktail hour.

Just two weeks after The ReMINDers, we welcome LADAMA to the Quad Cities! LADAMA will at The Outing Club in Davenport, Thursday, October 27 at 6. pm.

LADAMA is a group of four women, virtuosic musicians, and educators— Lara Klaus, Daniela Serna, Mafer Bandola and Sara Lucas— from different countries and cultures of the Americas, who are sisters in song, rhythm, and spirit. Harnessing music from their respective countries of origin, Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela and the United States, the group utilizes traditional and non-traditional instruments from across the Americas, but with a modern twist to produce Latin Alternative music.

.Quad City Arts is again collaborating with the Alternating Currents Festival in downtown Davenport Aug. 19-21 to present three events: performances by Squonk, two nights of Silent Disco, and public art project “Before I Die”.

After a successful 2021 Alternating Currents debut, Silent Disco will return to the Skybridge on Friday night and Saturday night from 9 PM to 11 PM. Come party on the Skybridge as three DJs battle it out. Attendees will be provided headphones and are able to switch between the DJs to enjoy a variety of music. It is a unique experience where you determine the music and you determine the volume. It’s easy to be social because there is no music to talk over. This is an 18+ event that requires an ID to participate. DJ’s include DollMiiite, Nozco, DJ Shane Brown, DJ Yesi, V3, and DJ Genesiis.

Progressive rock meets puppetry group Squonk, from Pittsburg, Pa., performed at last year’s Alternating Currents festival for two days. This year’s visit from Squonk expandeds the number of performances by the group to six, including evening performances with illumination. All performances will be Friday, Aug. 19, Saturday, Aug. 20, and Sunday, Aug. 21, in downtown Davenport in the parking lot beneath the Skybridge.
 
Composer Jackie Dempsey and artist Steve O’Hearn work with an ensemble of 10-20 artists to create post-industrial performances with original music, design, and staging. Their current show, “Hand to Hand” is propelled by two giant puppet hands, each the size of a house and rigged like a sailing ship. The Squonkers, dwarfed by the hands, climb a multi-tiered stage. Squonk's original chamber rock drives a journey that is spectacular, plaintive, and comic. Audience members come together to grab the rigging, each individual powering a larger movement of giant fingers. For more information, visit https://squonk.org/hand-to-hand.

The show schedule for Squonk is as follows:
Friday, August 19 at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 20 at 11:30 a.m., 7 p.m., 10 p.m.
Sunday, August 21 at 1 p.m.
Each show is 1/2 hour long followed by a "backstage tour" for audience members. Backstage tours follow each performance and are coordinated and led by members of Squonk.

Don't forget to download the Alternating Currents App to stay updated with times and locations on all events and performances! DOWNLOAD THE APP HERE https://bit.ly/AC22APP
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Quad City Arts is also placing two sets of Before I Die walls in the City of Davenport. One set in front of the Figge Art Museum and one in Kaiserslautern Square. Before I Die is a global participatory public art project that reimagines our relationship with death and with one another in the public realm. Originally created by artist Candy Chang in New Orleans after the death of a loved one, the public artwork invites people to reflect and share their personal aspirations in public. The Atlantic called it, “one of the most creative community projects ever.” People are encouraged to use the provided chalk to finish the statement, “Before I die I want to…” This interactive piece will change throughout the weekend and cause thought-provoking conversation.

All events are free and open to the public. No reservations or tickets required. Squonk and Before I Die is open to all ages, Silent Disco is an 18+ event.
 
Volunteers are needed in several roles to assist with these events.  We will need people for multiple events and roles here: Load in/load out and daytime info tent/set chaperons for Squonk; set up/tear down, guest registration and headset distribution for Silent Disco.

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The 2022 Quad City Arts Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program has wrapped up. This year the program provided over fifty area youth ages 15-21 with a five-week paid summer apprenticeship. These apprentices are created art that positively impacts our community. These projects included mural painting, graphic design, film, and poetry. These projects were made possible through generous support from Black Hawk College, Downtown Davenport Partnership, Modern Woodman of America, and Chris and Mary Rayburn.
 
Two new murals were completed in Davenport at the intersection of 4th and Pershing led by lead artists Sarah Robb and Heidi Sallows. These murals were designed by the apprentices who wanted to highlight the diversity in our communities. One mural depicts an indigenous person from the Sac and Fox tribal nation who once inhabited these lands. Imagery in the mural includes animals and vegetation that was important to the Sac and Fox people. The original design also featured a tattoo on the arm of the indigenous person, but after a conversation with Juaquin Hamilton the Historical Researcher with the Sac and Fox Nation of Oklahoma, it was removed. Hamilton appreciated the attention to detail in the mural overall, but explained the tattoo was the tribal symbol for a tribe in Oklahoma. He also explained that selecting another symbol would leave out some of the tribal nations that occupied these lands. ​

In Rock Island, Modern Woodmen of America has a new mural outside of their Print Shop and Mail Distribution Office that highlights historical aspects of their history, as well as its relationship to Rock Island and the river. Apprentices were given a tour of the printshop including  images of one of their oldest printers, the MWA logo, and the axe symbol. At a time when parades were more prevalent and more involved, MWA used to have a marching axe troupe to participate in parades.

The Graphic Design program, in partnership with Black Hawk College, met at the college with lead artist and BHC faculty member, Annie Oldenburg. The program teaches elements of graphic design and created a vinyl window art project. The project is intended to be installed on a building in Downtown RI later.  ​

From the Graphic Design Group for the above image: A link to the significance of all the figures and displays: Ghosts of the Past.

Poetry was led by emcee, poet, author, and educator, Aubrey “Aubs.” Barnes. Barnes most recently published book titled “It is Good, It is Written.”  is available now. Apprentices learned how to write poetry and the many mechanisms used to do so, they also learned about poetry’s intersection with music and culture. Apprentices presented their work throughout the program at community sites including coffee shops and libraries.  ​

Film was led by Jonathan Burnett an independent filmmaker and educator. Burnett is also the Creator, Director, and Lead Instructor of the Urban Exposure Independent Film Program through Azubuike African American Council for the Arts. This program taught students the basics of filmmaking culminating with the creation of a short film written and directed by the apprentices titled, Charlie.  ​

​The 2022 Quad City Arts Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program is underway and  providing over forty area youth ages 15-21 with a five-week paid summer apprenticeship. These apprentices are creating art that positively impact our community including projects in mural painting, graphic design, film, and poetry. These projects were made possible through support from Black Hawk College, Downtown Davenport Partnership, Modern Woodman of America, and Chris and Mary Rayburn.

Two new murals are coming to Davenport at the intersection of 4th and Pershing lead by lead artists Sarah Robb and Heidi Sallows. These murals were designed by the apprentices who wanted to highlight the diversity in our communities. One mural depicts an indigenous person from the Sac and Fox tribe, and the other showcases cultures through the fabrics and patterns they wear. In Rock Island, Modern Woodmen of America will have a new mural outside of their Print Shop and Mail Distribution Office that highlights historical aspects of their history, as well as its relationship to Rock Island and the river.
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This year’s program started on June 6 and will be completed on July 8.

The program will end with a final showcase held in Arts Alley in Rock Island at 6 PM on July 8th. Attendees will hear from apprentices and lead artists about their projects, be the first to see the short film, and hear poetry. This event is open to all. 
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​About the Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program

Since the summer of 2000, Metro Arts has provided area youth 15-21 years old with paid summer apprenticeships in various arts disciplines.

For five weeks, area youth work together in groups to complete projects that enhance the community through the arts. Participants learn the artistic techniques and applications of their genre while developing personally and professionally.

This program allows young adults to build career and artistic skills, as they work under the supervision and mentorship of professional artists. Their mentors are accomplished, local artists who are passionate about teaching and encouraging creativity.
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About Quad City Arts
Quad City Arts is a nonprofit local arts agency dedicated to enriching the quality of life in the Quad City region through the arts. Quad City Arts programs are funded in part by Festival of Trees, Quad City Arts Partners, and operating grants from the Illinois Arts Council Agency, and the Iowa Arts Council, a division of the Department of Cultural Affairs.
 
If you would like to interview the Lead Artists or the Apprentices please contact Kevin Maynard (kmaynard@quadcityarts.com or 309.793.1213x101) and he can provide you a work schedule.

​Are you a Quad Cities native? What brought you to the Quad Cities?
Born and raised here. Grew up in Dixon, Iowa. Lived here my entire life. Graduated from St. Ambrose University. Go Fighting Bees!

What is your biggest achievement/goal/moment of success to date – personal or professional?
Personally, I have been plant based for many years. Trying to do my part to save the world!  Professionally, exposed an entire decade of preschoolers to the world of veganism.

How did you first learn about Quad City Arts? 
I was looking for a new chapter in my work life and found this incredibly cool job with cool people!  So happy to be a part of this team of talented and interesting humans.

What are you most excited for in your role at Quad City Arts? Seeing behind the curtain. Watching this group of dedicated volunteers bring together one of the most exciting and beloved QCA event!  It is amazing to experience all that goes into the festival.  I am in awe!

What is your favorite arts experience in the Quad Cities? Blues Fest.  My husband and I are lifelong members of the Quad City Blues Society. 

What is your favorite arts experience outside of the Quad Cities?
Laumeier Sculpture Park in Kirkwood, Missouri.  It is an incredible space.  We stumbled on it one year and we go back every summer and spend a morning.  My son knows that when the end comes for me, he is to dedicate a bench or a bird feeder in my name, so I can always be a part of this park.

Who is your favorite artist? (This can be any artist – visual, performing, etc.) Michelangelo.  I did a paper on him in college and was intrigued by his story.  I have been lucky enough to see some of his work.  The David is everything you would expect and more.  The Sistine Chapel was awe inspiring. 

What is one thing that might surprise people about you? I ran a half marathon and didn’t pass out.  I did get lapped by the full marathon winner.  Exhilarating and humbling all at the same time.

What are you currently watching on Netflix or TV?
My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman.  Love that David Letterman. 

Star Wars or Star Trek? 
Star Wars, though Star Trek is epic.  I had a small crush on Captain Kirk, but Star Wars is my families jam!

Where is the best pizza in the Quad Cities (or where you are from)? 
Lopiez, not only is the pizza superb, but the experience of dining or carrying out from their downtown location is a great and super interesting experience.  I recommend the Mayor.  Best darn pizza in town.

What is your favorite book? Alas Babylon by Pat Frank.  I tend to be a little on the fatalistic side, so this book dovetailed well into my slightly off psyche.

Where is your go-to place for inspiration? Treadmill.  There is nothing like clearing the cobwebs with an hour of sweating. 

What profession other than your own would you like to attempt? I would love to run a farm sanctuary.  But to be honest, the only way this would work is if I would win the lottery.  I have been told by the lovely couple who run the Iowa Farm Sanctuary in Marengo, Iowa, that the charitable farm life is not for everyone.  Money absolutely makes a difference.  It can not run on love and good will.
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If you could have a drink with any artist living or dead, who would it be?
Orson Wells.  Every college kid that watched Citizen Kane in their film class can agree…Orson Wells is the man!
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​Next time you seem Kim around, stop by and give her a warm welcome!

​🎄We're so glad she's on team Festival!🎄

​Quad City Arts has facilitated the leasing and installation of public sculptures in the Quad Cities since 2002. The City of Rock Island has participated in the program, yearly, since 2007 and Bettendorf, since 2008. Seven sculptures have become part of Rock Island’s permanent collection, while Bettendorf has added six. Davenport purchased nine sculptures in the early years of the program. Sculptures are chosen by appointed committees and leased for one year. All the sculptures are for sale and can be purchased by individuals, businesses, or a city for permanent installation after June of the following year. All sculptures currently on exhibit, along with permanent sculptures will be able to be viewed on Quad City Arts’ website www.quadcityarts.com/public-sculpture as well as the websites of the sponsors. All participating sculptors live in the midwest region.
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​The most exciting part of the process is watching a Hampton Crane operator use their boom to lift a sculpture from an artist’s vehicle, hoist it high in the air, and skillfully bring it down gently onto a concrete pad, as directed by the artist who created it. The artist will then drill holes into the concrete and secure the sculpture. (Hampton Cranes generously donates their services).

If the press would like to watch and interview artists, the best opportunity is Tuesday, June 8th beginning at 11:15 am in front of the Figge Art Museum. Nicole Beck will install a stainless steel, mosaic, and stained-glass sculpture with solar lighting that was inspired by the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright. A crane will then move down the street, just past the Redstone Building to install a stainless-steel sculpture suggestive of feathers or leaves twisting and reaching toward the sky, by Michael Young. Next, a 15’ tall, red steel sculpture called “Wending” created by Ted Sitting Crow Gardner, will be installed in front of the parking garage at 2nd, between Ripley and Harrison. All three artists are from Chicago. As part of the Downtown Davenport Partnership’s plan to make downtown Davenport more walkable, the new sculptures provide opportunities to slow down and look at the art. Selfies are encouraged and visitors can tag #QuadCityArts to tag us on Instagram, or @QuadCityArts to tag us on Facebook.  
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​Over the next two weeks, Quad City Arts is facilitating the replacement of five public sculptures in Bettendorf, sponsored by the City of Bettendorf; four in Moline, sponsored by Moline Center; and three in Rock Island, sponsored by the City of Rock Island. Four new sculptures will be added along 2nd Ave. in Davenport, sponsored by The Downtown Davenport Partnership.

Rock Island has purchased two previously rented sculptures for their permanent collection: “Moon Shadow” by Peter Gray of Chicago will be moved from Five Points to Weber Park and “Growing Up” by Ben Pierce of Cape Girardeau, MO will remain in front of the Centennial Bridge Visitor’s Center. Geneseo Public Library has purchased “Just Visiting” by Donald Horstman, of Fenton, MO to remain in the library entrance area.

Complete list of sculptures with installation location:

Moline:

1.  “High and Dry” by Kyle Fokken (Minneapolis, MN). Bass Street Landing. 1601 River Drive
2. “Gears of Change” by Hilde DeBruyne (Cumming, IA). Mercado on 5th, 421 12th Street
3. “Mercury” by Terry Karpowicz (Chicago) 15th Street & Great River Front Trail (behind the Radisson Parking lot)
4. “Beginnings” by Ben Pierce (Cape Girardeau, MO), Kone Building, 1 Montgomery Drive

Rock Island:

1. “Window Dressing” by Tim Adams (Webster City, IA). Five Points. 18th Ave. and 17th Street
2. “Expand and Grow” by Micki LeMieux (Chicago). Southwest Branch Library: 9010 Ridgewood Rd.
3. “Wheels on Fire” by Steven Maeck (Burr Oak, IA). Longview Park. 1300 17th Street

Bettendorf:

1. “Ora’s Shelf” by Mike Baur (West Chicago). Veteran’s Memorial Park
2. “Mod Pod” by Gail Katz-James (Minneapolis, MN). Faye’s Field. 2850 Learning Campus Dr.
3. “Majestic Honker” by Pete Segar. Waterfront Convention Center
4. “Sweet Dreams Fly Away” by Paul Bobrowitz (Colgate, WI). Build to Suit (River’s Edge Business Park) 1805 State St.
5. “Coral” by Tim Adams (Webster City, IA). Community Center. 2204 Grant Street
6. “Flame of Remembrance” by Peter Gray (Chicago). Ascentra Credit Union. 2019 Grant Street (Re-leasing for second year)

Davenport (The Downtown Davenport Partnership.)

1. “Wending” by Ted Sitting Crow Garner (Chicago). Parking Ramp on W. 2nd Street.
2. “The Nature of Healing” by Tim Adams (Webster City, IA). Outside Current Hotel. 2nd & Main.
3. “Twist” by Michael Young (Chicago). 126 Main St., in front of the RME Courtyard
4.  “King of Prairie Town” by Nicole Beck (Chicago). Figge Art Museum, 225 W. Second St.
   
   

Last night, Kevin Maynard, Quad City Arts’ Executive Director, took the stage at the Rhythm City Casino Resort to share the successes of the past year at Quad City Arts. Despite a challenging couple of years, there was a lot to celebrate. Maynard’s presentation reminded attendees about the numerous Quad City Arts’ programs, what is yet to come this year, and how none of these things would be possible without support from the community. While the 2022 year is nearly half over, Quad City Arts still has numerous projects in the works outside of our regular programs:

· Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce and the City of Rock Island worked with Quad City Arts and Visit Quad Cities to submit a grant for the Arts Alley redesign and this grant has been fully funded! Quad City Arts will create a process that includes input from the public and the local business owners to help curate the artwork for Arts Alley, but more importantly, will help put artists to work!  

· Soon to be announced, professional development opportunities for artists. The opportunities will range from workshops on framing and photographing your artwork to the in-depth business of being an artist like finding your audience, tax implications of being an artist, e-commerce, and more.  

· Quad City Arts will be working to create a custom Artist Index platform! This Artist Index will help more people connect with artists in our community and it will help Quad City Arts connect with more artists which is going to be important because there are a lot of upcoming artist opportunities!  
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· On top of all of that, you may be asked to fill out a brief survey the next time you attend a performance or arts event. Thanks to support from the Quad Cities Cultural Trust, Visit Quad Cities, and the Iowa Arts Council, Quad City Arts will be working with Americans for the Arts to ensure our region is represented in the next Arts and Economic Prosperity Study. This year-long study will break down the economic impact the arts have on our community. These results will be published in 2023. 
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​Quad City Arts' Board President, Dr. Carolyn Martin, presented the winners of the 2022 Lloyd Schoeneman Community Impact Awards:

David Smith received the award for Outstanding Arts Supporter. David is an artist and owner of David Smith Studios in Geneseo, where he features over 20 different local artists including his own original work, and offers art classes for all ages. He has played a major leadership role in advancing the arts in Geneseo including founding the Geneseo Art Walk, Scarecrow Row, and Arts for All group to promote and support local artists in all disciplines. 
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Dr. Carl Herzig was awarded for Outstanding Arts Educator. As a professor of English at St. Ambrose University, Carl has dedicated over 30 years to teaching and mentoring students in the art of creative writing. He is also the founder and editor of Quercus literary arts magazine since 1992 which publishes writing, artwork, and photography from SAU students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Dr. Herzig, who is retiring at the end of this year, was nominated by an overwhelming number of students and staff that have been positively impacted by him over the years.

Johnnie Cluney received the award for Outstanding Artist. Johnnie is an illustrator and musician from East Moline, IL. He is known for his unique pen & marker illustrations, having fashioned over 10,000 hand-drawn artist portraits for the Daytrotter sessions and album covers for the likes of John Denver, The Lumineers, George Strait, and 60 other national acts. Johnnie’s work can be seen in many iconic designs emblematic of the Quad Cities area including the “Welcome to Davenport” mural at the foot of the Arsenal Bridge. He is also a singer/songwriter having formed and performed in a half-dozen bands in the past 20 years. 

​The Lloyd Schoeneman Community Impact Awards recognize excellence in the Quad Cities arts community. Since 2005, the awards have been given in honor of Lloyd Schoeneman (1951-2001) who began his career with Quad City Arts Council in 1978 and worked tirelessly for the arts and artists in our community. 

The awards feature an enclosed rubber band ball because Lloyd liked to make rubber band balls and shoot them over the cubicle walls. Creating something colorful, fun, and unique from everyday objects was second nature to him. The award has become a symbol of Lloyd’s playful and creative spirit.

In closing, Maynard stressed that all of this is only possible through the hard work of many individuals:  
· The Quad City Arts team works daily to create arts opportunities for our community.  
· The Quad City Arts Board of Directors, who set the direction for the organization.  
· The committees of volunteers who help guide and shape programs and events.  
· Grantors who help fund the programs.  
· Sponsors who make events possible.  
· Donors who see the value in the arts, the impact of the arts, and want to create a thriving artist community in the Quad Cities.   
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Thank you to our creative community! We can't wait to do more with your help!
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Stream the full presentation and award ceremony on Facebook!
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Our spring newsletter is out and we have so many events coming up! This information on upcoming events will help to highlight how you can continue to engage and help Quad City Arts have a greater impact our community. But it leaves out some important details about the incredible projects we are working on.

• Thanks to an anonymous funder, we will be offering quality professional development workshops created specifically for artists. The topics will range from marketing to legal considerations and so much more. When these workshops become available, we will announce them through all our marketing channels (social media, email, website, etc.)
  
  
• Thanks to a comprehensive study we know that non-profit arts and culture entities have a $71 million economic impact here in the Quad Cities, but this number is also close to seven years old! During 2022-2023, Quad City Arts will be working with Americans for the Arts to redo this study. The Iowa Arts Council, the Quad Cities Cultural Trust, and Visit Quad Cities are all supporting this endeavor and we are thankful for their support!
  
  
• This year we will begin to explore and develop an artist database where artists can submit their information and examples of their work and people looking for a local artist can search them out. This continues to be a request in our artist community, and we aim to deliver one in 2022.
  
  
• A new season of Visiting Artists is ready for scheduling in schools! Nine incredible artists from all across the US will be joining us in the Quad Cities for outreach programs. If you're a school or university, don't forget to book these artists now! (First come first serve scheduling)
  
  
• In addition to the above highlights, we continue to assist in the Quad Cities wide placemaking initiatives that are working to both add public art and infuse art into infrastructure redesigns.

Really, all of this is to say, we are already working on another exciting year at Quad City Arts! Thank you for your continued support of the arts and our creative community.

Keep reading to find all the cool festivals, gallery exhibits and events happening in the upcoming months!​

The roster for Quad City Arts’ 2022-2023 Visiting Artist Series is set, and we are ready to begin taking scheduling requests! 

Teachers and principals of all Quad City Area schools are invited to schedule an outreach visit from a professional performing artist during the upcoming school year through the Visiting Artist Series. 

Schools can sign up for activities with our artists in residence ranging from all-school performances to hands-on workshops and performance opportunities. 

Experiences in past seasons have included drama workshops for high school students with an East Coast theatre ensemble, a technique discussion for junior high band students from a Toronto, Canada, jazz ensemble, a side-by-side concert performance with a Texas string quartet, and hip-hop dance presentations on history and technique for elementary students— all arts experiences that students would otherwise not have access to. 

School staff from public and private schools can schedule residency engagements for this fall and next spring by visiting quadcityarts.com/vas-scheduling. Visiting artist engagements are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. The form found at the link is a request form for one or more engagements. You will receive a confirmation email once your request has been submitted. 

The series serves students and community members in Clinton, Scott, and Muscatine Counties in Iowa, and Henry, Rock Island, and Mercer Counties in Illinois. 

For more information about the Visiting Artist Series program, visit quadcityarts.com/vas. If you have any issues or questions regarding this form or the scheduling process, please let me know. We look forward to sharing the outstanding performing artists scheduled for next season with Quad City area students!

Quad City Arts will begin hosting artists in residence for the 2022-2023 Visiting Artist Series this September. Residencies will continue through May 2023 and will focus on presenting outreach engagements in schools and community sites in and around the Quad Cities. 

The roster of professional performing artists is as follows: 

• SON MONARCAS - Latin-folk fusion ensemble 
  In residence September 19-23 
• THE REMINDERS - Hip-hop duo
  In residence October 3-7 
• LADAMA​ - Latin-alternative band 
  In residence October 24-28 
• SKY CONSORT ​AND EMMA BJÖRLING - Trans-Atlantic band 
  In residence January 23-27 
• BROKEN BOX MIME THEATER - Physical theater company  
  In residence February 6-10 
• ALLA ​BOARA​ - Modern Italian folk 
  In residence February 27- March 3 
• EISENHOWER ​DANCE DETROIT - Contemporary dance
  In residence March 20-24 
• DESSA ​​- Singer, rapper, and writer 
  In residence April 10-14 
• MARTHA ​REDBONE - Native American & African American vocalist/song writer 
  In residence May 8-12  

Find out more about the artists and the lineup on our website: www.quadcityarts.com/vas-scheduling