Prog. Rock

Welcome to Starship Uli! Experience an evening of true musical passion and inspiration! Uli takes us on a 360-degree journey into his world of artistic imagination. The choice of music for INTERSTELLAR SKY GUITAR is inspired and guaranteed to create an exciting journey through Uli's intriguing musical world. The journey crosses over from both classical and baroque master pieces- such as Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Mozart, Bach and Beethoven - to new music by Uli written for his 9-string Flamenco Sky Guitar as well as excerpts from a new Sky Guitar Concerto. Uli's signature tool of expression is the legendary Sky Guitar which he invented and on which he will perform. These stunningly designed six-octave instruments have a far greater tonal range than traditional guitars, allowing Uli to equal the range of the violin and the cello. The main star of the collection is the stunning state-of-the art Excalibur 7-string Sky Guitar and the new 9-String Flamenco Sky Guitar, for which Uli has recently written a whole series of beautiful new pieces and which he showcases for the first time on this tour. ** RESCHEDULED FROM 2020 and 2023.  TICKETS VALID AT NEW SHOW DATE.

THIS IS A TICKET ADD-ON!  Does NOT include admission to concert. Must have concert ticket to attend Meet & Greet. The purchaser (s) of the VIP Package shall receive the following: 1)    View Al Di Meola’s soundcheck with access to sit in the first five rows of seating during the soundcheck. Video recording is not permitted. Cameras are permissible (no flash please), thus giving a chance for never before, and never again footage of the intimate time which Al spends preparing in order to provide the audience in each and every city with a polished and fantastic performance. 2)    Following the soundcheck, you will meet Al Di Meola and he will sign up to two pieces of your favorite memorabilia should you wish to bring any items. In addition, an Al Di Meola CD will be provided which will be signed in person.  During that time you will be able to personally chat with Al. 3)    Al Di Meola’s tour representative will capture the moment on your own phone or camera while you pose with Al. 4)    Priority access to the merchandise booth prior to the doors opening to the general public.

A bona fide guitar hero and perennial poll-winner, Al Di Meola has been recognized internationally over the past four decades as virtuoso of the highest order. A prolific composer and prodigious six-string talent, Di Meola has amassed over 20 albums as a leader while collaborating on a dozen or so others with the likes of the fusion supergroup Return To Forever (with Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke and Lenny White), the celebrated acoustic guitar trio featuring fellow virtuosos John McLaughlin and Paco de Lucia, and the Rite of Strings trio with bassist Clarke and violinist Jean-Luc Ponty.

STEVE KIMOCK, famous for his Grateful Dead associations with The Other Ones, Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Oteil & Friends and Jazz Is Dead to name a few … will join LIVE DEAD & BROTHERS exclusively for Arcada and Des Plaines Theatre shows! Prepare to embark on a mesmerizing journey through the golden era of psychedelic blues and the seeds of the ‘jam band’ scene as Live Dead and Brothers takes the stage. Comprised of actual and legacy members from the extended Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers families, this exceptional ensemble is set to revive the timeless magic of the late 1960s and early 1970s, bringing fans an experience like no other. The brainchild of musical virtuosos deeply rooted in the iconic sounds of the era, Live Dead and Brothers merges the extraordinary legacies of the Grateful Dead and the Allman Brothers Band into an unforgettable live spectacle. This one-of-a-kind ensemble transcends the boundaries of tribute acts, delivering an authentic, immersive experience that pays homage to the groundbreaking music that defined a generation. Audiences can expect to be transported back in time as Live Dead and Brothers flawlessly recreates iconic classics such as "Ramblin' Man," "Morning Dew," "Jessica," and many more. The band's dedication to preserving the spirit of these legendary bands is evident in every note they play. Live Dead and Brothers invites fans, both old and new, to come together and relive the vibrant, transformative spirit of the 60s and 70s. Whether you're a lifelong devotee of the Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers or discovering their magic for the first time, this is a live music experience that transcends generations. Members of Live Dead and Brothers include: Berry Duane Oakley https://www.allmanbettsband.com/brothers/berry-duane-oakley/ Les Dudek https://www.lesdudek.com Tom Constanten https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Constanten Mark Karan https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Karan Scott Guberman https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scott_Guberman Pete Lavezzoli https://peterlavezzoli.com

ProgJect is the ultimate Prog Rock experience, performing the Classics & Epics of Genesis, YES, King Crimson, ELP, Pink Floyd, Rush, and more! The band consists of Mike Keneally (guitar/vocals), Ryo Okumoto (keyboards), Alessandro Del V Ecchio (lead vocals), Stu Hamm (bass/vocals), Jonathan Mover (drums/vocals). ProgJect –the brainchild of drummer Jonathan Mover– features an all-star band of prog-loving top players with histories that include Frank Zappa, Joe Satriani, Jon Anderson, Asia, Alice Cooper, Steve Vai, GTR, Spock’s Beard, Hardline, The Tubes and Marillion, to name only a few.  Joining ProgJect for 2024 is vocal virtuoso, Alessandro Del Vecchio, and world-renown bassist, Stu Hamm. With a four-plus octave range, ADV has lent his talents to a variety of artists – from Deep Purple, Dream Theater, Journey, Toto, and Mr. Big, to name only a few.  His addition allows ProgJect to expand its already-extensive prog repertoire to include vocal hits from Rush, Gentle Giant, Kansas and more. With Stu Hamm, the legendary “Satriani Rhythm Section” of Hamm/Mover, reunites for the first time in twenty-plus years and sets the stage for even more rhythmic wizardry and shenanigans than ever before. ProgJect’s two- plus hour show includes: “The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway”, “Firth Of Fifth”, “The Cinema Show”, “Larks Tongues In Aspic, Pts I & II”, “21st Century Schizoid Man”, “Roundabout”, “Siberian Khatru”, “Karn Evil 9: First Impression”, Have A Cigar”, “Money“, “In The Dead Of Night”, “Alaska”, “Closer To The Heart”, “Red Barchetta”, “Solsbury Hill”, “D.I.Y.”, “Aqualung”, “Locomotive Breath”, “Cogs In Cogs”, “Hell’s Bells” and more...

Does NOT include admission to concert. Must have concert ticket to attend Upgrade Experience NEKTAR VIP EXPERIENCE Package: Pre-Show Private SOUND CHECK Exclusive Pre-Show MEET & GREET PHOTO-Opportunity EXCLUSIVE MERCHANDISE Items:         NEKTAR TOTE Bag         Autographed Limited Edition POSTER         Commemorative VIP LAMINATE & Lanyard         EARLY ENTRY into the Venue         Crowd-Free Merch Shopping         On-site VIP Check-in Host         Limited Availability Package Elements Must be Redeemed at the Venue & Merch Items Collected by Show's End.- Subject to change depending on availability & venue restrictions.

For more than 50 years, Nektar has taken legions of fans on audio-visual journeys to far reaches of the universe and the depths of the ocean with their blend of sight and sound. The 2022 “Vinyl Sides Live” Tour marked Nektar’s eagerly awaited return to the road, spotlighting some of the best-loved “album sides” from their evergreen catalog, as well as 2020’s acclaimed release, “The Other Side”. There will be lots of new music and old classics to play with their multi-media concerts, melding a jam-band vibe with superb musicality and a visual cornucopia that perfectly complements the performance. A Nektar show is an unparalleled feast for the senses. Notable songs include "A Tab In The Ocean," " Man In The Moon." "The Dream Nebula," "Remember The Future," and so many more!   

The 5-piece, All-Star ensemble, quickly gained a reputation for flipping the ‘Tribute Band’ script on its head, with exploratory performances of iconic and deep cut Pink Floyd classics, David Gilmour-centric and solo compositions, and pulling other surprise classic rock masterpieces out of their hats. Their version of Kate Bush’s ‘Running Up That Hill’ appeared in their sets, weeks ahead of its ‘Stranger Things’ buoyed resurgence to the top of the charts and worldwide press … making the band appear spookily prescient. The Gilmour Project is: Jeff Pevar (lead guitar with CSN, David Crosby/CPR, Joe Cocker, Ray Charles, Bette Midler, Phil Lesh & Friends, Ricki Lee Jones, Marc Cohn), Berry Oakley (bass & vocals with Allman Betts Band, North Mississippi All-Stars, Blue Floyd & The Doors), Mark Karan (guitar & vocals with Bob Weir, RatDog, The Other Ones, Dave Mason), Scott Guberman (keyboard & vocals with Phil Lesh & Friends, Keystone Revisited), and Angie Scarpa (drums with Black Sabbitch).

Big Suit is a collective of nine musicians drawn to the cerebral adventures, infectious rhythms, and pioneering music known to the world as the Talking Heads. This funk–rock ensemble of stellar musicians offers up a truly inspirational, once-in-a-lifetime connection. If you wish to experience the Talking Heads, this is a must; An all-hits show including "Burning Down The House," "Take Me To The River," "And She Was, " and many more.

PROGNOSIS is The All-Star Tribute to Progressive Rock –– the entire genre. PROGNOSIS is performing music of the artists that made the genre famous, including Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, Genesis, YES, Emerson, Lake, & Palmer, Jethro Tull, and King Crimson, among others. Another “British Invasion” if you will!

The Musical Box is proud to announce that it will be bringing its world-renowned Selling England By The Pound 50th Anniversary Tour to the Arcada Theatre! The Musical Box, the only group in the world granted a licence from Peter Gabriel and Genesis, will “take a little trip back” to the imaginative world of early Genesis as they recreate the legendary concerts of 1973-74 with acute attention to detail complete with sets, costume, lighting, staging and period instruments. "Firth of Fifth", "Dancing with the Moonlit Knight", "The Cinema Show", "The Battle of Epping Forest," and so many more!

For nearly 50 years, SAGA has led the way in music innovation and audience interaction. Get ready to hear all the hits, including "Wind Him Up", "On The Loose", "Humble Stance", and  "Don't Be Late".