Springfield, Missouri is a vibrant arts hub that hosts hundreds of musicians, comedians, and live performances throughout the year. Plan your visit around these must-see shows happening this fall in the Ozarks!

Blue Room Comedy Club

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Springfield's premier stand-up comedy venue brings national touring comedians every weekend. With rave reviews from audience members and comedians alike as one of the best comedy clubs in the region. See who’s coming in September and October 2024.

John Crist: Sept. 5–7, 2024

Zoltan Kaszas: Sept. 7, 2024

AJ Wilkerson: Sept. 13–14, 2024

Rachel Scanlon: Sept. 18, 2024

Brad Upton: Sept. 20–21, 2024

Carlos Mencia: Sept. 27–28, 2024

David Lucas: Sept. 27–28, 2024

Jeff Leeson: Oct. 2, 2024

Kyle Kinane: Oct. 3–4, 2024

Trae Crowder: Oct. 5, 2024

Chris Porter: Oct. 11–12, 2024

Gianmarco Soresi: Oct. 17–19, 2024

Phil Hanley: Oct. 25–26, 2024

Where: 420 W. College St., Springfield

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The Gillioz Theatre

Gillioz Theatre

Come experience the arts in the historic Gillioz Theatre. From an exquisite and formal lobby to a golden sky of ornate paintings and detailed architecture, you can enjoy live theatre performances, movies, conventions, concerts, film festivals and more. See what live shows are coming in September and October. 

Steel Panther — On The Prowl World Tour: Sept. 7, 2024

The Magic of Motown: Sept. 28, 2024

Kameron Marlowe: Keepin’ The Lights On Tour: Sept. 29, 2024

Mojo in Concert: Oct. 4, 2024

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy: Oct. 4–5, 2024

Nurse Blake: Shock Advised Tour: Oct. 9, 2024

Dusty Slay: The Night Shift Tour: Oct. 12, 2024

Matt Fraser: America’s Top Psychic Medium: Oct. 19, 2024

Joanne Shaw Taylor: Oct. 24, 2024

An Evening With David Sedaris: Oct. 25, 2024

Little River Band: Oct. 26, 2024

Where: 325 Park Central E, Springfield

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Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts

Juanita K Hammons Hall

Located on the campus of Missouri State University, Juanita K. Hammons Hall regularly hosts traveling Broadway performances, the Springfield Symphony Orchestra, concerts and more at this 2,264-seat theatre. See what performances are taking place at this beautiful multi-level venue.

“Peter Pan”: Sept. 9–11, 2024

“Puttin’ On The Ritz” Springfield Symphony Concert: 7:30 p.m., Sept. 14, 2024

“I Got Rhythm” Springfield Symphony Concert: Oct. 5, 2024

“Dear Evan Hanson”: Oct. 8–10, 2024

Where: 525 S. John Q Hammons Pkwy, Springfield

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“A Foreign Affair” with Michael Spyres

Michael Spyres at the Springfield Regional Opera

Join the Ozarks Lyric Opera for an intimate evening featuring a concert with world-renowned opera singer and Artistic Director Michael Spyres and food and drink pairings inspired by America and our rich folk musical traditions.​

When: 5:30 p.m., Sept. 12, 2024

Where: 325 Park Central E., Springfield

Springfield Little Theatre

Performance at the Springfield Little Theatre/Landers Theatre

A nonprofit community theatre located in downtown Springfield, the Springfield Little Theatre produced roughly eight mainstage shows each year on the home stage at The Landers Theatre. See what performances are taking place at this historic theatre.

“The Wizard of Oz”: Sept. 13–29, 2024

“Murder on the Orient Express”: Oct. 18–27, 2024

Where: 311 E. Walnut St., Springfield

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“The Forerunner” at Stained Glass Theater

Elizabeth and Zacharias, a priest of the temple, were advanced in years and had resigned themselves that they would never have children, until the archangel Gabriel came to Zacharias with an incredible declaration. In an unfolding drama that would eventually dwarf all other events in history, this is the story of the dramatic events surrounding the coming of Christ as John the Baptist proclaimed, "Prepare ye the way," in the days of The Forerunner.

When: September 20–October 19, 2024

Where: 1996 W. Evangel St., Ozark

“The Rocky Horror Show” with High Tide Theatrical

Rocky Horror Picture Show 2024

The musical that inspired the 1975 classic cult film, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” follows newly-engaged sweethearts Brad and Janet on a strange, sensual journey at High Tide Theatrical. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker, Eddie, creepy butler, Riff Raff and Dr. Frank-N-Furter. 

When: Oct. 11–26, 2024

Where: 215 W. Olive St., Springfield

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“The Woman in Black” with the Springfield Contemporary Theatre

The Woman in Black Springfield Contemporary Theatre

In an empty, abandoned theater, a lawyer engages a skeptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story comes dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation, where the audience is thrust into a world of eerie marshes, moaning winds, and shadows that lurk around every corner.

When: October 18–20, 24-27, 2024

Where: 157 Park Central Square, Springfield

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