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 178 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 - 59) $6.50
Senior (60 & over) $5.50
Child (12 & Under) $5.50
Doors Open at 6:30pm
ITSynopsis: IT Synopsis: Seven young outcasts in Derry, Maine, are about to face their worst nightmare -- an ancient, shape-shifting evil that emerges from the sewer every 27 years to prey on the town's children. Banding together over the course of one horrifying summer, the friends must overcome their own personal fears to battle the murderous, bloodthirsty clown known as Pennywise.
Starring: Bill Skarsgård, Jaeden Lieberher, Finn Wolfhard
Rated: R | Run Time: 2 hr 15 min
7:10 pm Daily September 22 - 28, 2017
Have a private viewing, hold a meeting, host a birthday party or play a video game on the big screen.
Central Theater in downtown Geneseo is available to rent for your next event or meeting. The theater has a stage (great for speaking engagements), a large screen (high resolution to display your presentation, home movie, DVD or current film), comfortable seating (enough for 177 friends, family or business associates) and surround sound.
Excellent movie theater popcorn, candy and fountain drinks are available for purchase during your next event.
Use of Equipment $30. Includes the use of equipment and projectionist. Prices exclude any equipment or film we may have to purchase or rent to accommodate any rental.
Use of Concessions $30. Includes the use of concessions with a concessionaire. Small drinks or small popcorns may be purchased for an additional $1.50 each.
Janitorial Services $15.
The Geneseo Park District Facilities are available to rent for your next event. Certificate of insurance may be required. Visit https://www.theeventhelper.com/ to purchase event insurance.
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Upcoming Events
The Gym, Walking Track & Racquetball Courts are CLOSED for the Annual Geneseo Park District Foundation Parktoberfest starting 8am September 28th until Noon on October 1st. The Gym, Walking Track & Racquetball Courts will reopen Noon on Sunday October 1st.
Village Home Stores is excited to launch a FREE Family Movie Matinee series beginning Saturday Oct. 7 during State Street Market. Admission is free and tickets can be picked up at Village Home Stores two weeks leading up to the event. The first 20 guests to pick up a ticket will receive a FREE popcorn to enjoy during the movie.
FREE Movie Matinee Sponsored by Central Bank.
Movie title to be announced at a later date.
