James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County

19351 W. Washington St. Grayslake, IL 60030

Phone: 847.543.2300

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James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at the College of Lake County

The James Lumber Center (JLC) is “Amplifying the Arts” by bringing world class performances, diverse artistic voices and exciting experiences to audiences of all ages.

The center is home to three versatile theater spaces, so you can see everything from celebrated touring concerts to community events. The JLC is where artistry thrives and audiences connect.

Feb. 27 - Mar. 7

'Clyde's' Presented by College of Lake County Theatre

02/27/26 - 03/07/26
In Clyde's, a truck stop sandwich shop offers its formerly incarcerated...

Mar. 8

49th Annual 'Art of Jazz' Concert Series at the College of Lake County

03/08/26
Join us at the James Lumber Center to celebrate the timeless and expressive...

Mar. 15

Wind Ensemble Concert at the College of Lake County

03/15/26
Directed by College of Lake County music instructor Michael Flack, this liv...

Mar. 22

Lake County Community Concert Association Presents 'Cadillac Groove' at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

03/22/26
Enjoy this high-energy band, featuring blues, funk, R&B and soul.Jump i...

Mar. 27

Elvin Bishop & Charlie Musselwhite Duo at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

03/27/26
Rock-and-Roll Hall Of Fame guitarist Elvin Bishop and Grammy-winning harmon...

Mar. 28

Las Cafeteras at the James Lumber Center

03/28/26
Las Cafeteras are remixing roots music as modern day troubadours, taking th...

Apr. 11 - Apr. 18

Play On! A CLC Theatre Student Showcase: 'Hamlet' in Grayslake

04/11/26 - 04/18/26
Play On! is an annual celebration of student creativity, talent and achieve...

Apr. 12

Marty Stuart & his Fabulous Superlatives at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

04/12/26
After apprenticing in the bands of Johnny Cash, Lester Flatt and Doc W...

Apr. 24 - Apr. 25

Fear No Art Festival at the College of Lake County

04/24/26 - 04/25/26
A festival like no other, the annual Fear No Art festival is a lively celeb...

May. 1

Jazz Ensembles Spring Concert at the College of Lake County

05/01/26
The talented musicians of the Monday Night Jazz Ensemble, directed by Micha...

May. 3

Wind Ensemble Spring Concert at the College of Lake County

05/03/26
This premiere concert ensemble, directed by Michael Flack, will share their...

May. 8

Lake County Symphony Orchestra Presents 'Roots and Resonance' at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

05/08/26
The Lake County Symphony Orchestra closes its 2025–26 season with a p...

May. 9

Choral Ensembles Spring Concert at the College of Lake County

05/09/26
This concert features the Choir of Lake County, the Chamber Choir, the CLC ...

May. 13

Concert Band Spring Concert at the College of Lake County

05/13/26
The talented musicians in this engaging ensemble perform a variety of famil...