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Fri, 31 Dec 2010 16:29:51 -0600

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Calendar

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 17:29:50 -0600

SEPTEMBER -------------------------------
September 3 - Opening ‘The Cartel’
September 10 - Opening ‘Restrepo’
September 17 - Opening ‘Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work
September 12 & 26 - Yoga films with proceeds going to benefit the OSF Children’s Hospital
September 25 - Hank Williams Tribute Artist David Church

OCTOBER -------------------------------
October 1, 2 & 3 - Manhattan Short Film Festival
Halloween Movies - TBA
October 29 - Local director double feature - ‘Into the Woods’ and ‘Before the Storm’

NOVEMBER --------------------------------
Nov 5 & 6 - Drunken Zombie Film Festival
TBA - Opening ‘The Girl who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest’

TBA ------------------------
‘My Guaranteed Student Loan’

Text Us & Receive Specials!

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:16:08 -0600

Text or call us at (309) 202 2278 and we will save your number and text you once or twice a month with great Peoria Theater specials! All you will need to do is bring in your phone and show us the text - you can even forward them to friends! WE WILL NOT SHARE YOUR NUMBER!

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival

Fri, 1 Oct 2010 14:23:44 -0500

October 1, 2 & 3, 2010
Friday, October 1 and Saturday, October 2
7:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 3
1:00 p.m.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON THE MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL IN PEORIA!!!

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
OVER 200 CINEMAS SPANNING 6 CONTINENTS UNITE FOR ONE WEEK FOR THE WORLD'S FIRST GLOBAL FILM FESTIVAL

PEORIA
You Be the Judge!

Film lovers in Peoria will get the chance to unite with audiences spanning 6 continents this week in watching and then voting for the short film - from 10 selected - they think should become the winner of the Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival to take place at Peoria Theater the on October 1, 2 and 3rd.

MANHATTAN SHORT is not only the world's largest short film festival, it is the world's first global film festival, with over 200 cities taking part in this event this week alone. With past Finalists going on to be nominated and a few of note nabbing Oscars in the short film category, this is a unique opportunity for film buffs in Peoria to get a glimpse of the future filmmakers and story tellers of tomorrow.

For more information or to read interviews with the Finalists go to www.ManhattanShort.com

ONE WORLD - ONE WEEK - ONE FESTIVAL - MANHATTAN SHORT
Showtimes:
Friday, October 1 and Saturday, October 2
7:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 3
1:00 p.m.

Yoga Film - ‘Titans of Yoga’

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 05:12:47 -0500

On Sunday, September 26 Peoria Theater is proud to host a brand new Yoga film in cooperation with Downtown Yoga - entitled ‘Titans of Yoga’. The film will start at 7:00 p.m. and there will be a social hour beforehand as well as door prizes and givaways.

Drunken Zombie Monthly Deadly Double Feature

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 19:35:11 -0500

The guys that brought us the Drunken Zombie Horror Film Festival in November (and this November 5-7) are back with a monthly series called the Drunken Zombie Monthly Deadly Double Feature.
Each Month (usually the last Saturday of the month) Peoria Theater and Drunken Zombie will feature two great (or at least hilarious) films from the horror genre. Sit back, have a beer and get spooked!

September 25:
‘I came from Another World’
&
‘Teenagers from Outer Space’
always starting at 9:00 p.m.
always $6

August and beyond....
Deep Red
Suspiria
The Last Man On Earth
Patrick

David Church - Hank Williams

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 15:13:14 -0500

PLAYING ONE NIGHT ONLY!!!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
3:00 & 7:00 p.m.
From Appalachian Mountains of Ohio to Europe and National TV! Country music has influenced many lives through the lyrics of the songs, but no one could possibly be more affected in all aspects of their lives than David Church. He is considered by many to be the BEST Hank Williams Tribute artist, but he is also an incredibly talented singer/songwriter/entertainer in his own right!

He is currently being featured regularly on RFD-TV's popular show, "Midwest Country." The show is broadcast to over 130 Million via satellite and cable networks both nationally and regionally. RFDTV is broadcast from Nashville, TN to Dishnet(9409)DirectTV,(379),Comcast & Mediacom Cable. The show features major artists such as Bill Anderson, Jean Shephard, and numerous others. The producer of Midwest Country, Joe Jenson stated, "David has something special, that same charisma that Hank had. When he walks on stage, the audience is spellbound! He is our most popular act!"
David received the prestigous, "RISING LEGEND" award for 2006 from the NTCMA. This award is only awarded to fast rising artists in traditional country music.
"A Legend Froze In Time," and other original songs David has written have been played on numerous radio stations throughout the world , including the popular XM radio show with legendary DJ, BILL MAC.
David's father and uncles were musicians, and he listened to the sound of their music, playing the banjo, guitar, lap steel before he could walk. He was captivated by all the early songs, but the most profound influence on his life was Hank Williams, Sr. He learned to play rhythm guitar early and he started performing when he was only 8 years old. David's own buzz word for the traditional music he loves is "STRAIGHT UP COUNTRY" and he feels Hank's music is just as fresh and alive today as it was then.
A few years ago, after spending 10 years in bluegrass, he made the decision to venture back to country music. In early 2000 he recorded his first country album in Nashville with several original songs he had written. A short time later, "Images of a Country Drifter"a historical tribute to Hank, was created. In March of 2003, David recorded, "A Legend Froze In Time" his tribute to Hank Williams, along Don Helms Hanks orginal steel guitar player. David & Terri Lisa have performed all over the world.
The cd's are available at: Ernest Tubb Records, www.etrecordshop.com, Tower Records, and www.cdbaby.com, as well as on their official website at www.davidchurch.net.
Hanks music is more popular today throughout the world than ever before. His influence will continue to be as much a part of our future, as it has our past.
David is a member of CMA (Country Music Association) BMI, and IFCO, (International Fan Club Organization)
"It has been an incredible honor and privilege to play a part in keeping the music of this legend alive. And the best part is meeting the people worldwide that still love the sound of traditional country music, and knowing that I can bring to life once more the awesome sound of a legend." David Church
PLAYING ONE NIGHT ONLY!!!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
3:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Tickets are $15 in advance $18 at the door

Monthly Concert Film Series

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 13:30:14 -0500

Concert Movies on our Movie screen!!
Huge Screen
Surround Sound
Friday, August 27
9:00 p.m.
FREE
Bob Marley - ‘A Legend Live’

Live Music Events

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 10:47:41 -0500

Peoria Theater is proud to host an eclectic array of musical acts - these musicians hail from indie, jazz, folk, funk, soul and rock backgrounds. Our auditorium seats over 125 and sounds superb.

September 25 - David Church (Hank Williams tribute artist)

MORE SHOWS TBA

Sports on the BIG Screen

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:26:50 -0500

Peoria Theater is home to the biggest TV in town! Imagine watching your favorite sporting event on a movie screen!UFC, NFL, College sports, playoffs, MLB, soccer... we may even play host to the premier/finale of your favorite shows. Want to see something specific on the BIG screen?
Give us a call and rent it for your party! (309) 202-2278
Showtimes:
TV premiers - Fall
MLB - Fall
NFL & NCAA Footbal
RENT THE THEATER FOR SPORTS PARTY!!