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 - 59) $7.00
Senior (60 & over) $6.00
Child (12 & Under) $6.00
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.
Synopsis: Adapted from the beloved literary classic, THE CALL OF THE WILD vividly brings to the screen the story of Buck, a big-hearted dog whose blissful domestic life is turned upside down when he is suddenly uprooted from his California home and transplanted to the exotic wilds of the Yukon during the Gold Rush of the 1890s. As the newest rookie on a mail delivery dog sled team--and later its leader--Buck experiences the adventure of a lifetime, ultimately finding his true place in the world and becoming his own master.
Starring: Karen Gillan, Harrison Ford, Cara Gee
Rated: PG | Run Time: 1 hr 40 mins
Showtimes
7:10 pm through Saturday February 29, 2020
3:10 pm Sunday March 1, 2020
7:10 pm Monday March 2 - Thursday March 5, 2020
Synopsis: Two teenage elf brothers, Ian and Barley Lightfoot, go on an journey to discover if there is still a little magic left out there in order to spend one last day with their father, who died when they were too young to remember him.
Voices of: Tom Holland, Chris Pratt, Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Rated: PG
Showtimes
7:10 pm Friday March 6 - Saturday March 7, 2020
3:10 pm Sunday March 8, 2020
7:10 pm Monday March 9 - Thursday March 12, 2020
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.
| Rental Space | Regular as of January 1, 2020 |
Nonprofit as of January 1, 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL THEATER4 includes use of theater & stage | $65/hour | $55/hour |
| Contact Central Theater Manager at (309) 944-3603 to reserve your space today. | ||
Standard Rental includes the use of theater and stage with a manager on duty. Renter can bring a DVD or video (of appropriate content). Private viewing of current film is available. Minimum of 50 people required, regular admission and concession rates will apply.
4 Additional $35 for use of equipment. Includes the use of equipment and projectionist. Price excludes any equipment or film we may have to purchase or rent to accommodate any rental.
4 Additional $20 for Janitorial Services.
4 Additional $55 for use of Concessions (Includes Concessionaire & Janitorial Services.) Concessions may be purchased at an additional charge. Small drinks or small popcorns may be purchased for an additional $3/each.
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
8:30 am - Noon on Wednesdays & Fridays
January 8 - May 22, 2020*
FREE Members / General Admission Non-Members
*No registration required. No play group held March 25 & 27, 2020
5:30 - 6:45 pm | AGES: 3rd Grade & under
7:00 - 9:00 pm | AGES: All Ages
SKATE RENTAL: $4.00 Limited skates & sizes available
March 14th Rollerskating is FREE. Learn more about the FREE St. Patrick's Day Skate
A special Parent-Led Play group just for kids with disabilities or sensory processing disorders
8:30 am - Noon on Mondays
January 6 - May 18, 2020*
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*No registration required. No play group held March 23, 2020
