{"id":2223135,"date":"2026-01-05T17:53:46","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T17:53:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2223135"},"modified":"2026-01-05T17:53:46","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T17:53:46","slug":"kick-off-2026-with-unforgettable-live-entertainment-at-raue-center-shaw-local","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/kick-off-2026-with-unforgettable-live-entertainment-at-raue-center-shaw-local\/","title":{"rendered":"Kick Off 2026 with Unforgettable Live Entertainment at Raue Center! \u2013 Shaw Local"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"\">\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Take a break from the winter blues and step into live entertainment at Raue Center For The Arts! From high-energy tribute bands to side-splitting comedy, January and February 2026 are packed with experiences that will have you singing, laughing, and dancing along.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\"><b>January Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list__StyledUnorderedList-sc-1wwq737-2 dtNRMI\">\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>Huey &amp; the News Tribute <\/b>\u2013 Friday, Jan 9 at 8 p.m. Relive the sound of a generation with hits like \u201cThe Power of Love\u201d and \u201cHip to Be Square\u201d performed by Soundtracks of a Generation.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>The King in Concert \u2013 Elvis Tribute <\/b>\u2013 Saturday, Jan 10 at 7 p.m. Jimmy Holmes and the Change of Habit Band bring the magic of Elvis Presley\u2019s Las Vegas shows to life.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>Lucy\u2019s Comedy <\/b>\u2013 Friday, Jan 16 at 8 p.m. Headliner Larry Reeb and featured guest Ted Willson serve up smart, sharp, and side-splitting laughs in Raue\u2019s longest-running comedy series.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>GreenRoom Improv <\/b>\u2013 Saturday, Jan 17 at 7 p.m. Family-friendly, interactive, high-energy improv comedy that will keep everyone laughing.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>RIO \u2013 A Tribute to Duran Duran <\/b>\u2013 Friday, Jan 23 at 8 p.m. Travel back to the \u201880s with a stunning tribute to the iconic sound and style of Duran Duran.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>Petty Kings \u2013 Tribute to Tom Petty &amp; the Heartbreakers <\/b>\u2013 Saturday, Jan 24 at 7 p.m. Rock along to classics like \u201cFree Fallin\u2019\u201d and \u201cAmerican Girl\u201d in a night of authentic Petty energy.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>A Neil Diamond Story <\/b>\u2013 Friday, Jan 30 at 8 p.m. Denny Svehla brings the music and stories behind Neil Diamond\u2019s greatest hits to the stage.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>Bob Seger Tribute Band <\/b>\u2013 Saturday, Jan 31 at 7 p.m. Celebrate the heartland rock hits of Bob Seger with Soundtracks of a Generation\u2019s electrifying tribute.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\"><b>February Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list__StyledUnorderedList-sc-1wwq737-2 dtNRMI\">\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>Desert Rock \u2013 Tribute to Southern California Rock <\/b>\u2013 Friday, Feb 6 at 8 p.m. Experience the sounds of The Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, and the California Country Rock pioneers in this multimedia tribute.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>The Ultimate Cher Show starring Annika <\/b>\u2013 Saturday, Feb 7 at 7 p.m. A dazzling, full-scale tribute featuring powerhouse vocals, incredible costume changes, and all the hits you love from Cher.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>Valentine\u2019s Comedy Show <\/b>\u2013 Friday, Feb 13 at 8 p.m. Maggie Hughes DePalo and Jim Flannigan bring laughs about love, life, and family in a hilarious night of stand-up.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>Stargazers Ball \u2013 Love to Love You, Raue Center! <\/b>\u2013 Saturday, Feb 14, 2026. A glamorous Valentine\u2019s gala featuring dinner, open bar, live disco music with Lynne Jordan, and fabulous auction experiences.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>Winter Dance Party <\/b>\u2013 Friday, Feb 20 at 8 p.m. Relive Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper\u2019s final tour in this official and authentic recreation.<\/li>\n<li class=\"list__StyledListItem-sc-1wwq737-0 ePljqz\"><b>GreenRoom Improv <\/b>\u2013 Saturday, Feb 21 at 7 p.m. Another night of family-friendly, interactive improv comedy that\u2019s perfect for all ages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\"><b>RaueNOW members save 30%! <\/b>Members enjoy exclusive discounts, early access, and no per-ticket fees\u2014making live entertainment even more accessible.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Experience the magic of live music, comedy, and theatrical storytelling this winter\u2014right here at Raue Center For The Arts in Crystal Lake. Tickets are on sale now, so don\u2019t miss your chance to make memories that will last a lifetime!<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">For more information, or to purchase tickets, please visit <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/rauecenter.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"\"><u>rauecenter.org<\/u><\/a> or contact:<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Raue Center For The Arts<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">26 N. Williams St. <\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Crystal Lake, IL 60014<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Phone: 815-356-9212<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rauecenter.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"\"><u>www.rauecenter.org<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<figure class=\"article-body-image-container\"><picture class=\"Image__StyledPicture-sc-8yioqf-0 cIdIeN\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shawlocal.com\/resizer\/Cy4yGWQ1F-kicZ5C8emwlv75Y9k=\/1440x0\/filters:format(jpg):quality(70)\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/shawmedia\/G5IHFQPBHBA23OBXZTSDW2UAGA.jpg\" media=\"screen and (min-width: 992px)\"\/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shawlocal.com\/resizer\/qSMAlGqayA8djfDw5GHIo4Y0EJQ=\/1024x0\/filters:format(jpg):quality(70)\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/shawmedia\/G5IHFQPBHBA23OBXZTSDW2UAGA.jpg\" media=\"screen and (min-width: 768px)\"\/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shawlocal.com\/resizer\/gQynst7YOGvv2RIyjtO_A33Q7U0=\/768x0\/filters:format(jpg):quality(70)\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/shawmedia\/G5IHFQPBHBA23OBXZTSDW2UAGA.jpg\" media=\"screen and (min-width: 0px)\"\/><\/picture><figcaption>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1gn0vty-0 ijEZZk image-metadata\"><span class=\"title\">Raue Center for the Arts Logo 2020 <\/span><span>Raue Center for the Arts logo <\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-margin-bottom\">\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1gn0vty-0 ijEZZk image-metadata\"><span class=\"title\">[Sponsored] Raue Center for the Arts &#8211; A Historic Theater <\/span><span>[Sponsored] Raue Center for the Arts &#8211; A Historic Theater <\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.shawlocal.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Take a break from the winter blues and step into live entertainment at Raue Center For The Arts! 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