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Egyptian screens college classic

By Parker Otto | October 15, 2018

On the eve of Homecoming weekend, the comedy classic” Animal House” was screened 7:30 p.m. Friday at The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St. The iconic film should be seen by the college audience it was made for, and there’s no better time than...

Sax, Steven Daley, Guitarist, Evan Bloom, and Lead Vocalist/Piano Mike Santoro playing for The Stranger: Billy Joel Tribute at the Egyptian Theatre on October 13.

The Stranger captures essence of Billy Joel

By Northern Star Staff | October 14, 2018

Sax, Steven Daley, Guitarist, Evan Bloom, and Lead Vocalist/Piano Mike Santoro playing for The Stranger: Billy Joel Tribute at the Egyptian Theatre on October 13.

Jenkins shines in ‘The Visitor’

By Parker Otto | October 10, 2018

“The Visitor,” the latest film to be screened as a part of the Richard Jenkins Film Series at The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., delivers a beautiful atmosphere and Jenkins at his absolute best.Walter, played by Jenkins, is a lonely college...

Billy Joel tribute comes to Egyptian

By Northern Star Staff | October 10, 2018

Songs like “We Didn’t Start the Fire” and “My Life” are being brought to life by The Stranger: A Tribute to Billy Joel 7:30 p.m. Oct. 13 at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.Named after the album that rose Billy Joel to stardom in 1977,...

‘North Country’ presents empowering message

By Parker Otto | October 4, 2018

The 2005 film “North Country” delivers strong performances and a relevant narrative in light of the #Me Too and #Time’s Up movements. The film was screened 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., as part of the ongoing Richard...

‘Plain White T’s’ give rousing concert

By Ginger Simons | October 1, 2018

Alternative rock band Plain White T’s took the stage 7 p.m. Sunday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., rocking the crowd with a polished, energetic show that proved their new material is just as much of a blast to listen to as their beloved...

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...

‘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...

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.

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,...

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...