Established in 1924 Central Theater, formerly known as 'The Geneseo Theater', has been a mainstay in downtown Geneseo for over 80 years.
Operated by the Geneseo Park District since 1996, this historic theater continues to offer state of the art entertainment at an affordable price.
The theater seats 177 and offers digital cinema projection with 7.1 Dolby surround sound. The digital conversion in 2012 means a higher quality motion picture and sound experience for the moviegoer.
Located in downtown Geneseo at
111 North State Street Geneseo, IL
(309) 944-3603
Adult (13 - 64) $8.00
Senior (65 & over) $7.00
Child (12 & Under) $7.00
Doors Open at 6:30pm for 7:10 pm Shows
Doors Open at 2:30pm for 3:10pm Sunday Show
All movies are played in a handicap accessible auditorium.
Cash or Check only. No Debit or Credit Cards Accepted.
Jurassic World:
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Synopsis: Synopsis: Five years post-Jurassic World Dominion, an expedition braves isolated equatorial regions to extract DNA from three massive prehistoric creatures for a groundbreaking medical breakthrough. Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, Jonathan Bailey SHOWTIMES 7:10 pm
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The Boys in the Boat (2023)Synopsis: A 1930s-set story centered on the University of Washington's rowing team, from their Depression-era beginnings. Starring: Joel Edgerton, Callum Turner, Peter Guinness SHOWTIMES Admission is free and enjoy 1 free Small Pop & Popcorn Combo per person thanks to the
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Wonder (2017)Synopsis: Based on the New York Times bestseller, this movie tells the incredibly inspiring and heartwarming story of August Pullman, a boy with facial differences who enters the fifth grade, attending a mainstream elementary school for the first time. Starring: Jacob Tremblay, Owen Wilson, Izabela Vidovic SHOWTIMES Admission is free and enjoy 1 free Small Pop & Popcorn Combo per person thanks to the
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Unsung Hero (2024)Synopsis: A mother's faith stands against all odds and inspires her husband and children to hold onto theirs. Based on a remarkable true story. Starring: Daisy Betts, Joel Smallbone, Kirrilee Berger SHOWTIMES Admission is free and enjoy 1 free Small Pop & Popcorn Combo per person thanks to the
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Doors open at 12:30pm
Concessions available at regular price
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Trolls (2016)Synopsis: After the Bergens invade Troll Village, Poppy, the happiest Troll ever born, and the curmudgeonly Branch set off on a journey to rescue her friends. Voices of: Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Zooey Deschanel
SHOWTIMES FREE Admission thanks to the
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E.T. (1982)Synopsis: A troubled child summons the courage to help a friendly alien escape from Earth and return to his home planet. Starring: Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Peter Coyote
SHOWTIMES FREE Admission thanks to the
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Inside Out 2 (2024)Synopsis: A sequel that features Riley entering puberty and experiencing brand new, more complex emotions as a result. As Riley tries to adapt to her teenage years, her old emotions try to adapt to the possibility of being replaced. Voices of: Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, Kensington Tallman
SHOWTIMES FREE Admission thanks to the
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Miscellaneous Fees & Charges may apply
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| Rental Space as of January 1, 2025 | Regular |
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| CENTRAL THEATER includes use of theater & stage | $75/hour |
| EQUIPMENT includes the use of equipment and projectionist | $35 flat rate |
| CONCESSIONS includes concessionaire and janitorial services. Small drink & small popcorn combos may be purchased for an additional $5.00/combo |
$75 flat rate |
| JANITORIAL SERVICES | $30 flat rate |
Contact (309) 944-3603 to reserve the theater today.
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Upcoming Events
Join the Park District for a free seminar from Hammond-Henry Hospital while enjoying a free light luncheon provided by the Geneseo Park District Foundation.
Enjoy exclusive access to the pool, race down the slides, dive off the boards, or just chill with your friends in the water. There will be a free popcorn and drink for each person.
GRADES: incoming 6th - 8th
FREE Admission thanks to the Geneseo Foundation and the Geneseo Park District Foundation
A guided, all-levels vinyasa class that links breath with movement in a fun and energizing flow. Expect to move, stretch, and reset while practicing outdoors in a beautiful park setting.
