Elgin is a town rich with artists, especially young artists who return from college. However, the draw of Chicago tends to keep some of these artists around for only a short period. If Elgin had more accessible performance and rehearsal spaces, young artists would not only be more apt to perform in Elgin, but also probably more likely to continue living here.

While there are great venues in Elgin(The Elgin Art Showcase, Elgin Academy Theatre, ECC’s Theatres) they can be too expensive or may not have the same sort of flavor that all artists want. I love Elgin’s support of the arts, and with any luck it will not only live on, but continue to grow.