September
Sept. 13 at 7:30pm - 6th Annual Gavin Wilson Show
6th annual family variety show featuring Gavin, his father and sons. Special guests this year are the Barb City Stompers, Zachary Harris, Denny Vaupel, St. Marys Lancer Band, and Dreamers Childrens Theatre. Gavin's show features favorite popular Jazz and Broadway tunes such as "76 Trombones", "Let it Be", "Old Man River", "Memory", and "My Romance". Join us for a night of music, musing, magic and fun. Tickets are $15 and are available at the Hillside Restaurant (815)756-4749 or by calling 815)751-6054.
Sept. 19-20 at 7pm, Sept. 21 at 2pm, Sept. 26-27 at 7pm, and Sept. 28 at 2pm
Back to the 80's: A Totally Awesome Musical
Remember when actors became American Presidents? When bubble skirts and blue eye shadow were cool? When Atari was cutting edge technology? From the era that brought the world the Rubik's cube, Max Headroom and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comes CCT's production of "Back to the 80's - A Totally Awesome Musical." "Back to the 80's" is a musical written in the style of "Ferris Bueller's Day Off", "Back to The Future", and "The Wedding Singer." The show tells the story of the senior class of William Ocean High School that graduated in the 1980's, as remembered and seen through the eyes of Corey Palmer, who is now in his 30's. Featured songs include "Footlose," "Material Girl," and "Love Shack" among 23 other popular songs of the 80's. Tickets are $11.00 for 3 years old and up and $6.00 for 2 years old and under. Sunday, Sept. 21 special price for all for the 2pm show, only $6.00 each. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.childrenscommunitytheatre.org or call (815)757-1874.
Sept. 30 at 7:30pm - George Winston in Concert
George Winston will perform a solo piano concert to benefit Oaken Acres Wildlife Center in Sycamore, IL which is celebrating their 25th Anniversary. General admission tickets are $40 or Reserved premium tickets are $100 which includes post-concert champagne reception with George Winston. Tickets are available online at www.earthagconsulting.com or by calling (815)895-9666.
October
Oct. 1 at 8:00pm - DanszLoop Chicago
DanszLoop Chicago, professional modern dance troupe from Chicago, IL presents choreography by award-winning Paula Frasz, also a Professor of Dance at Northern Illinois University. DanszLoop will perform Lorita! a modern dance adaptation of the Tennessee Williams short story, "Happy August the Tenth". Also on the program is the audience favorite Marat. Enjoy what critics have called Frasz's "wit, gaiety and delight in storytelling." Tickets are $20 for general admission and $12 for Students and Seniors. For more information visit www.danceloopchicago.com.
Oct. 4 at 7:30pm - Art for Life
This is Northern Dance Theatre's 3rd year at the Egyptian Theatre and they are celebrating the 12th Anniversary of Art For Life. Art For Life is an Aids Benefit concert branched off of Dance For Life held annually in downtown Chicago. This concert supports the Dance For Life Fund and Aids Foundation of Chicago and helps promote aids awareness through a showcased evening of dance, art, and music. This event features a variety of performances from Northern Illinois University Dance students along with some special guests from the Chicago dance scene. All proceeds will benefit the Dance for Life fund. The fund provides assistance grants to members of Chicago's dance community affected by or living with HIV/AIDS. There is a suggested $8.00 donation taken at the door.
Oct. 24-26 and Oct. 29-Nov.1 from 7-11pm - "Amenti" The Egyptian Theatre Haunted House
Amenti is the Egyptian Goddess guarding the world of the dead. Within her gates lie the horrors of the Egyptian underworld. Terror after terror await those who dare to enter. But be careful, Amenti jealously guards her gates and assures that no one escapes. This attraction has become one of the most talked about events in the DeKalb area. Over 20 different scenes on 6 different levels, the Egyptian Theatre Haunted House is sure to make you want your mummy! The proceeds from this event go towards the ongoing operations and building improvement of this historic landmark. For all of the information including advanced ticket sales visit www.amenti.info.
November
Nov. 14 at 7pm, Nov. 15 at 7pm and Nov. 16 at 2pm - Disney's Mulan Junior
Travel back to the legendary, story-telling days of ancient China with this action-packed stage adaptation of Disney's Mulan. The Huns have invaded, and it is up to the misfit Mulan and her mischievous sidekick Mushu to save the Emperor! Mulan Junior is a hearwarming celebration of culture, honor and a fighting spirit. The musical includes favorite songs from the Disney animated feature film "Mulan," including "Reflection," "Honor to Us All," and "I'll Make a Man Out of You." This production features Dreamers ages 10-13, though older dreamers will also participate. Tickets are $5.00 for children and students and $10.00 for adults. General Admission tickets are available at the door starting one hour prior to curtain. For more information visit www.dreamerstheatregroup.org.
Nov. 22 - OCB Midwest States Bodybuilding and Figure Competition
The OCB Midwest States bodybuilding competition is back at the Egyptian Theatre for another year. This all day event is a Bodybuilding and Figure competition. This is a IFPA Pro-Qualifing event. For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.ocbmidweststates.com.
December
Dec. 4 - Santa Arrives in Downtown DeKalb
The festivities begin at 6:00pm in the lobby of the theatre and conclude with a parade at 7:00pm where Santa will make his grand entrance to downtown DeKalb and visit with kids at his house. For more information visit www.renewdekalb.com.
Dec. 5 at 7:00pm - KSO Holiday Pops Concert
Make it a family tradition and warm your hearts with the music of the holiday season at the Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra's 6th annual Holiday Pops Concert. Holiday favorites, including an audience sing-a-long and child participation, are featured in this program. Adult tickets are $13.00, Students and Seniors 62 and over are $10.00 and Children under 12 are $5.00. Tickets go on sale 30 minutes prior to concert and all seats are general admission. Check the KSO website for season ticket information www.kishorchestra.org.
Dec. 6 at 7:00pm and Dec. 7 at 2:00pm - The Nutcracker
The School of Ballet Arts and Dance presents This beloved ballet that is based on the book "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King" by Eta Hoffman. Generations of audiences have enjoyed this fantastic Christmas favorite, a charming holiday tale of adventure that follows a young German girl through a fantasy world of princes, toy soldiers, sweets, and an army of mice. Tickets on sale through the dance school starting November 1, 2008. General public is welcome. To purchase tickets call (815)899-1307 or visit www.schoolofballet.ws.
Dec. 12-13 at 7:00pm and Dec. 13-14 at 2:00pm - The Nutcracker
Beth Fowler Dance Company presents The Nutcracker, a timeless holiday tradition that delights the inner child in us all. With magnificent sets and costumes, Drosselmeyer's spellbinding magic and the wonderful dancing to the fame Tchaikovsky score. Escape to the magical land of Nutcracker this holiday season! For ticket information contact the Beth Fowler School of Dance (815) 784-5658 or visit www.bethfowlerschoolofdance.com.
Dec. 18 at 6:30pm - Lincoln Elementary School Holiday Concert
Lincoln Elementary performs for their family, friends, brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. Join the kindergarten through fifth grade students as they perform their holiday favorites. Doors open at 6pm. Admission free concert courtesy of the Lincoln Elementary School PTO.
Dec. 19 at 7:00pm - Rich Criss in Concert: A Christmas Celebration (A benefit for the Egyptian Theatre)
Rich Criss will once again grace the stage of the Egyptian Theatre for a night that shouldn't be missed. For the first time ever this benefit concert will be a Christmas Celebration! This concert is given as a gift to the community by Rich Criss Ministries as all ticket proceeds will go towards ongoing expenses faced by the Egyptian Theatre. Rich Criss Ministries will be joined by special guests, “The Good News Quartet,” a southern gospel quartet and Zachary Harris, a talented DeKalb singer, who will open the show. This promises to be an exciting evening featuring a variety of Christian music styles, ranging from contemporary Christian to praise and worship to southern gospel. For more information or advance tickets, please contact the Egyptian Theatre Box Office (815)758-1225. Advance general admission tickets are $12.00 for adults and $8.00 for children five and under and seniors. Day of show tickets are $14.00 for adults and $10 for children five and under and seniors. All tickets are tax deductible. For more information visit www.richcrissministries.com
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