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Plain White T’s albums set stage for upcoming concert

By Peter Zemeske | September 28, 2018

Pop punk band Plain White T’s is coming to DeKalb to tour their latest album, “Parallel Universe,” 7 p.m. Sept. 30 at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.The Plain White T’s formed in Lombard in 1999, starting off by playing local shows to...

Northern Star adds ‘Pass the Aux’ to podcast lineup

By Northern Star Staff | September 28, 2018

In the Northern Star’s continuing push to expand multimedia content, the entertainment section would like to introduce “Pass the Aux,” a music podcast hosted by managing editor Sam Malone and Northern Star contributor Ryan Janovic.“Pass the Aux”...

‘Bone Tomahawk’ takes place in western ranks with force

By Parker Otto | September 28, 2018

“Bone Tomahawk” took the Egyptian Theatre by storm with its combination of the western and horror genres. Top that off with great performances and beautiful cinematography, “Bone Tomahawk” is an exceptional addition to the Richard Jenkins film...

The High Kings resurrect Irish tradition

By Ginger Simons | September 24, 2018

Rich, foot-stomping Irish folk music rocked downtown DeKalb 8 p.m. Friday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St. The High Kings gave a powerful and impassioned performance that had the crowd singing along from start to finish.Before the show began,...

‘The House with a Clock in Its Walls” delivers compelling story

By Parker Otto | September 24, 2018

Like many of Steven Spielberg’s films, the Sept. 21 release “The House with a Clock in Its Walls” proves to be visually stunning, imaginative and filled with memorable characters.The film follows an orphan named Lewis, played by Owen Vaccaro, who...

British rock band Sweet played hit songs “Fox on the Run” and “Ballroom Blitz” Saturday at the Egyptian Theatre.

The Sweet brings glam rock to the Egyptian Theatre

By Peter Zemeske | September 24, 2018

British rock band Sweet played hit songs “Fox on the Run” and “Ballroom Blitz” Saturday at the Egyptian Theatre.

Irish folk band The High Kings is comprised of Finbar Clancy (left), George Murphy, Brian Dunphy and Darren Holden.

The High Kings bring Ireland to DeKalb

By Ginger Simons | September 20, 2018

Irish folk band The High Kings is comprised of Finbar Clancy (left), George Murphy, Brian Dunphy and Darren Holden.

The Egyptian gets Sweet

By Northern Star Staff | September 20, 2018

Glam rock group Sweet is coming to DeKalb 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St. Sweet is known for hit songs like “Ballroom Blitz” and “Fox On The Run,” and is currently on it’s 50th anniversary tour across the country.Sweet...

‘Flirting With Disaster’ delights downtown

By Parker Otto | September 20, 2018

“Flirting With Disaster,” which screened 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., provided an energizing change of tone from the two most recent films screened as a part of the Richard Jenkins Film Series.The film features protagonists...

Steely Dane amps up crowd

Steely Dane amps up crowd

By Peter Zemeske | September 17, 2018

Steely Dane calls themselves “the ultimate Steely Dan experience,” and expectations were exceeded 8 p.m. Friday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.Steely Dane began their set fashionably late, as all cool bands do, in the historically air condition-less...

‘Plastic Ocean’ delivers hard truths

By Amy Geldean | September 17, 2018

The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., premiered their first film in the Green Lens Film Series 7 p.m. Thursday. “A Plastic Ocean,” directed by Craig Leeson, shows the harmful effects of plastic on the environment.The documentary follows a group...

‘White Boy Rick’ a smashing success

By Parker Otto | September 17, 2018

Sept. 7's release “White Boy Rick” has hit theaters with great performances, heart-wrenching scenes and an unbelievable true story, making the film one of the best new releases in recent months.The film follows 14-year-old Rick Wershe Jr., played...