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Eric Gales

At Des Plaines Theatre

Des Plaines

Doors typically open an hour before show time, so plan to arrive around 7:00 PM.
Check out the upstairs speakeasy bar and food venues at the entrance lobby.
Visitors note there is ample parking near the venue.

Blues firebrand Eric Gales brings his powerful guitar riffs and personal songwriting to the historic Des Plaines Theatre alongside Dennis Chambers and Billy Sheehan for an evening of live music.

Friday, November 13, 8:00 PM

Tickets start at $126

Eric Gales

Memphis blues‑rock guitarist, 30‑year career

Headliner


Eric Gales is an American blues‑rock guitarist who began performing at age 15 and has released 19 albums, including the 2022 album *Crown* and the 2019 award‑winning *The Bookends*【research:performers:1:0】. He is known for his dynamic stage presence and powerful guitar riffs, and he will headline the November 13, 2026 show at Des Plaines Theatre【source:0】

Dennis Chambers

American jazz‑fusion and funk drummer, 1978‑present


Dennis Chambers is a veteran drummer who has played with John Scofield, Parliament‑Funkadelic, and many other high‑profile acts. He has been active since 1978 and was inducted into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame in 2001【research:performers:2:0】

Billy Sheehan

American bassist, known for work with Mr Z, David Lee Rogers, and many others


Billy Sheehan is a celebrated bassist who has performed with a wide range of artists, including Mr Z and David Lee Rogers. He is part of the GCS‑Eric Gales lineup for the November 13, 2026 show【source:0】

Des Plaines Theatre

1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA

Doors typically open an hour before show time, so plan to arrive around 7:00 PM.

Tickets start at $126

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