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.

Events

Jul. 17 - Jul. 26

College of Lake County Theatre Presents Jagged Little Pill

07/17/26 - 07/26/26
You oughta know that the emotional whirlwind of Jagged Little Pill is about...

Sep. 3

Mexico en el Corazon at the James Lumber Center

09/03/26
México en el Corazón 2026, presented in collaboration with th...

Sep. 13

Billy Branch and the Sons of Blues at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

09/13/26
Three-time GRAMMY nominee Billy Branch is a powerhouse of Chicago blues. Wi...

Sep. 24 - Sep. 27

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

09/24/26 - 09/27/26
There are two sides to every story and when the Big Bad Wolf takes the stan...

Oct. 2

Cracker with Ike and Shane Reilly at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

10/02/26
Some of the best music is made by artists whose jams don’t fit inside...

Oct. 4

50th Anniversary Art of Jazz Concert featuring Saxophonist Dave Pietro at the James Lumber Center

10/04/26
Saxophonist, composer and educator Dave Pietro joins the Monday Night Jazz ...

Oct. 11

Fall Wind Ensemble Concert at the James Lumber Center

10/11/26
Celebrate the fall season with the resonant sounds of the College of Lake C...

Oct. 15

Sam Bush at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

10/15/26
Multi-time IBMA award winner and mandolin pioneer Sam Bush, is widely haile...

Oct. 18

Sugar Skull at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

10/18/26
Sugar Skull! A Día de Muertos Musical Adventure is a touring bilingu...

Oct. 24

Choral Ensembles Fall Concert at the James Lumber Center

10/24/26
“I take great pride in presenting a diverse repertoire of choral musi...

Oct. 27

Earth to Kenzie at the James Lumber Center

10/27/26
Enjoy a new opera great for young audiences and families! Meet Kenzie, a fi...

Oct. 30

Listen to Her Heart: The Tom Perry Experience at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

10/30/26
Listen to Her Heart: The Tom Petty Experience is a tribute band dedicated t...

Nov. 6 - Nov. 14

Clue at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

11/06/26 - 11/14/26
It’s a dark and stormy night, and our cast of oddball characters has ...

Nov. 8

50th Anniversary Art of Jazz Concert featuring Trumpeter Scott Wendholt at the James Lumber Center

11/08/26
Trumpeter Scott Wendholt joins the Monday Night Jazz Ensemble for a dynamic...

Nov. 20 - Nov. 21

2026 Winter Dance Concert at the James Lumber Center

11/20/26 - 11/21/26
CLC Dance lights up the stage with powerful movement and unforgettable arti...

Dec. 5

Holiday Choral Concert at the James Lumber Center

12/05/26
“I take great pride in presenting a diverse repertoire of choral musi...

Dec. 6

Holiday Wind Ensemble Concert at the James Lumber Center

12/06/26
Celebrate the holiday season with the College of Lake County Wind Ensemble....

Dec. 10

Concert Band Holiday Concert at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

12/10/26
Celebrate the season with the CLC Concert Band's Holiday Concert! Enjoy...

Dec. 11

Mariachi Herencia de Mexico: A Mariachi Christmas at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

12/11/26
Celebrate the holidays with the heartwarming sounds of Mariachi Herencia de...

Dec. 19 - Dec. 20

Ruth Page's "The Nutcracker" at the James Lumber Center

12/19/26 - 12/20/26
Celebrate the holidays at the JLC with the return of this beloved family cl...