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Things to do this week in Eastern Iowa
Holiday performances, light displays are good bets for winter entertainment
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Theater
Disney’s ‘Frozen’ at Theatre Cedar Rapids
Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, increasingly distant from each other. When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she’s been concealing take control and she flees into the mountains. As a ferocious winter descends, Anna sets off on an epic journey to bring her home.
When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11 and Friday, Dec. 12; 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13
Where: Theatre Cedar Rapids, 102 Third St. SE, Cedar Rapids
Cost: $27+
Music
Amy Friedl’s Christmas at Paramount Theatre
Amy Friedl’s Christmas at the Paramount is an annual holiday extravaganza. Mixing traditional Christmas songs with contemporary holiday favorites, it’s an evening full of laughter and music. Featuring a six-piece band led by Luke Viertel, it’s just what you need to get into the holiday spirit.
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13
Where: Paramount Theatre, 123 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids
Cost: $39+
Jane Lynch’s A Swingin’ Little Christmas
The party promises to be a blend of comedy and music, ensuring a swingin’ good time. The album version of the project hit the Top 10 on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart, but when it comes to topping the tree, nothing beats live performances.
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13
Where: Hancher Auditorium, 141 E. Park Rd., Iowa City
Cost: $51.75+
Asleep at the Wheel with Streamline Deluxe
These veterans of the Iowa City area traditional music scene are steeped in classic country music, with a diverse repertoire of classic and original western swing, jump blues and hard country.
When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10
Where: Englert Theatre, 221 E. Washington St., Iowa City
Cost: $25-$58
Community
2025 Five Seasons Lights
Stroll through an enchanting wonderland of holiday lights while enjoying local music.
When: 4:30 to 9 p.m. daily
Where: McGrath Amphitheatre, 475 First St. SW, Cedar Rapids
Cost: Free
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