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Hoogland Center for the Arts

420 S. 6th St., Springfield, IL 62701

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The Hoogland Center for the Arts is one of Springfield's most iconic entertainment attractions. Experience the sights and sounds of world renowned plays, unique artistic expression, and breathtaking performances.

Visitors can expect to see amazing when they walk through the doors of one of the Hoogland Center theatres. Feel the excitement during mesmerizing performances, and renditions of iconic plays like Annie, Alice in Wonderland, The Lion King Jr, Beauty and the Beast, and so much more. With plays, live orchestras, musicals, and bands, there is plenty of family fun to experience at the Hoogland Center for the Arts.

The building is also a training ground for young artists, with educational opportunities for youth provided by the Springfield Theatre Centre, the Springfield Ballet Company, the Hoogland Education Program, and the Illinois Symphony Orchestra.

Enhance your trip and plan around one of the events at the Hoogland Center for the Arts!

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