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Tony Danza, alt-rock band Alborn headline The Dixon Historic Theatre in April

Tony Danza will perform at The Dixon Historic Theatre during the 2026 season.

The stage lights will be shining bright in April as the The Dixon Historic Theatre welcomes a new lineup of concerts and performances.

From Beatles tribute band to orchestral film scores and a special appearance by TV star Tony Danza, the theater’s spring calendar offers something for all audiences.

Penny Lane – The All-Girl Beatles Tribute

7:30 p.m. April 4

Nashville’s grooviest all-girl Beatles tribute band brings a fresh twist to the timeless music of the Fab Four. With powerhouse vocals, playful harmonies, and contagious energy, Penny Lane transforms classics like “Twist and Shout” and “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” into unforgettable celebrations of joy, love and legendary music.

Alborn

7:30 p.m. April 11

Alborn is a powerhouse alternative metal band from the Midwest, blending raw intensity with undeniable melodic hooks. Known for their blue-collar stage presence, sticky choruses and high-energy performances. They’ve toured and shared stages with Shinedown, Sevendust, Nonpoint, All That Remains, Buckcherry, Powerman 5000 and many more.

Canterbury Concert Series: Orchestra Movie Music LIVE

7:30 p.m. April 18

Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of classical music with the Concert Series, a captivating journey through the works of the world’s greatest composers and modern contemporaries. This series brings together a blend of masterful performances by renowned musicians, offering an enchanting experience for both avid classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Tony Danza: Standards & Stories

7:30 p.m. April 25

Tony Danza and his four-piece band have been entertaining audiences around the country with their hit live show, Tony Danza: Standards & Stories. Combining timeless music with wit, charm, storytelling and a dash of soft shoe and ukulele performances, Danza performs a selection of his favorite standards from the Great American Songbook while interweaving stories about his life and personal connection to the music.

For more information or to purchase tickets to any of these shows, visit dixontheatre.com.

Aimee Barrows

Aimee Barrows

Aimee Barrows is the editor of The Scene, Shaw Local News Network's entertainment section. The Scene is your go-to destination for all things fun in Northern Illinois. Prior to The Scene, Aimee was the editor of the Kane County Chronicle for five years, and a freelance reporter for Shaw Media for four years.