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Egyptian Theatre screens classic films for 90th birthday

By Parker Otto | September 13, 2019

DeKALB - Starting Sunday, The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. 2nd St., will screen classic films as part of The Classic Film Series. Taking place from September until May, The Egyptian Theatre will play nine classic films once a month. The first film will be...

Sail On: The Beach Boys Tribute performs songs by the iconic rock group for a large crowd. The group played 4 p.m. Sunday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.

Beach Boys Tribute band rocks Egyptian Theatre

By Edwin Kelso | September 12, 2019

Sail On: The Beach Boys Tribute performs songs by the iconic rock group for a large crowd. The group played 4 p.m. Sunday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.

After a groundbreaking ceremony in May, The Egyptian Theatre has been under construction to add modern elements to the theater including air-conditioning, larger bathrooms and new carpeting.

Egyptian Theatre continues construction for 90th birthday

By Parker Otto | August 26, 2019

After a groundbreaking ceremony in May, The Egyptian Theatre has been under construction to add modern elements to the theater including air-conditioning, larger bathrooms and new carpeting.

Egyptian Theatre renovations begin

By Parker Otto | May 4, 2019

Staff members of the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N Second Street, broke ground Wednesday for new renovations which will, over the summer, add several updates to the infrastructure of the nearly 90 year old theater.These will include baby changing stations,...

Rockstar Roadshow brings back that old time rock and roll

By Edwin Kelso | April 7, 2019

The Rockstar Roadshow stopped by to rock out April 5 at the historic Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., to the delight of rock and roll fans of the DeKalb area.The band itself covers major rock band hits, reaching younger audience members who may not...

March 29 will see Scottish rockers The Red Hot Chili Pipers return to The Egyptian Theatre to play a rousing combination of Scottish folk music and rock and roll.

Upcoming Egyptian Theatre Events: March 15-31

By Northern Star Entertainment Staff | March 15, 2019

March 29 will see Scottish rockers The Red Hot Chili Pipers return to The Egyptian Theatre to play a rousing combination of Scottish folk music and rock and roll.

Upcoming Egyptian Theatre Events: March 1-15

By Northern Star Entertainment Staff | February 28, 2019

Mar. 3: Gaelic StormAfter releasing their latest album, "Go Climb a Tree," in 2017, Gaelic Storm has been touring North America with their Celtic blend of country, bluegrass and rock music. The event will take place at 7 p.m. at The Egyptian Theatre,...

Renovations to the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., were postponed two additional weeks following concerns regarding expansion into Palmer Court.  

Egyptian Theatre renovations see postponement to achieve compromise

By Kierra Frazier | February 28, 2019

Renovations to the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., were postponed two additional weeks following concerns regarding expansion into Palmer Court.

 

 

The Egyptian Theatre will host the production of "Rise Up O Men" on April 14.

Church Basement Ladies return to the Egyptian Theatre

The Egyptian Theatre will host the production of "Rise Up O Men" on April 14.

Egyptian Theatre to host film series pertaining to world issues

By Parker Otto | January 27, 2019

The Egyptian Theatre will once again play host to The Green Lens film series starting 7 p.m. Jan. 31 and continuing on select Thursdays until Feb. 28. The series will show acclaimed documentary features to raise awareness about current issues in the world. The...

Egyptian Theatre unveils Best Director Series for awards season

By Tatianna Salisbury | January 17, 2019

Academy Award nominations are right around the corner, and the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. 2nd St., is celebrating the Oscars with a Best Director film series. The theatre is screening films from past Best Director winners 7 p.m. Tuesdays until Feb. 26,...