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Lyric Theater Blue Island, IL 1900's
  • The Lennon Project starring Jay Goeppner- Fri, 12/8 - Doors open 6:30 p.m., Show 7:30 p.m.
    The Lennon Project starring Jay Goeppner- Fri, 12/8 - Doors open 6:30 p.m., Show 7:30 p.m.
    The Lennon Project starring Jay Goeppner- Fri, 12/8 - Doors open 6:30 p.m., Show 7:30 p.m.
    Fri, Dec 08
    The Lyric Theater
    Dec 08, 2023, 7:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 08, 2023, 7:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Jay Goeppner, who has performed at the Beatles Festival in England, assumes the role of John Lennon for this chronological retrospective on the 43rd anniversary of his death. The show is split between Lennon's time with the Beatles and his solo career up until his untimely death.
  • Christmas with Ocean's Rat Pack - Sat 12/9 - Doors 6 p.m. - Show 7 p.m.
    Christmas with Ocean's Rat Pack - Sat 12/9 - Doors 6 p.m. - Show 7 p.m.
    Christmas with Ocean's Rat Pack - Sat 12/9 - Doors 6 p.m. - Show 7 p.m.
    Sat, Dec 09
    The Lyric Theater
    Dec 09, 2023, 7:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 09, 2023, 7:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Tony Ocean’s Rat Pack returns with a holiday show filled with Christmas Classics. It will be more Sleigh Ride than Silent Night with Tony, Bill Serritella and Elliot Wimbush on stage. The show includes passed appetizers from 6 to 7 p.m. and a holiday sweets table compliments of Iversen's Bakery.
  • Christmas Divas Drag Show with Lindsey Devereaux and Friends! Fri. 12/15 - Doors at 7pm, Show at 8pm
    Christmas Divas Drag Show with Lindsey Devereaux and Friends! Fri. 12/15 - Doors at 7pm, Show at 8pm
    Christmas Divas Drag Show with Lindsey Devereaux and Friends! Fri. 12/15 - Doors at 7pm, Show at 8pm
    Fri, Dec 15
    The Lyric Theater
    Dec 15, 2023, 8:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 15, 2023, 8:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    21+ event -- Join us as Lindsey Devereaux and friends present "Christmas Divas" at The Lyric Theater! Our favorite Drag Queens are back for a Holiday Show! Doors open at 7pm and Concession and Bar will be open!
  • THE FOUR C NOTES- A Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Holiday Tribute - Sat 12/16 - Doors 1 p.m. - Show 2 p.m.
    THE FOUR C NOTES- A Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Holiday Tribute - Sat 12/16 - Doors 1 p.m. - Show 2 p.m.
    THE FOUR C NOTES- A Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Holiday Tribute - Sat 12/16 - Doors 1 p.m. - Show 2 p.m.
    Sat, Dec 16
    The Lyric Theater
    Dec 16, 2023, 2:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 16, 2023, 2:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    The boys are back to sing the hits of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, plus Rock & Roll holiday classics. The show features the biggest hits from these iconic "Boys from Jersey," PLUS your favorite holiday chart toppers such as Dion and the Belmonts, The Drifters, The Beach Boys and many more.
  • THE FOUR C NOTES- A Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Holiday Tribute - Sat 12/16 - Doors 6:30 p.m. - Show 7:30 p.m.
    THE FOUR C NOTES- A Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Holiday Tribute - Sat 12/16 - Doors 6:30 p.m. - Show 7:30 p.m.
    THE FOUR C NOTES- A Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Holiday Tribute - Sat 12/16 - Doors 6:30 p.m. - Show 7:30 p.m.
    Sat, Dec 16
    The Lyric Theater
    Dec 16, 2023, 7:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 16, 2023, 7:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    The boys are back to sing the hits of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, plus Rock & Roll holiday classics. The show features the biggest hits from these iconic "Boys from Jersey," PLUS your favorite holiday chart toppers such as Dion and the Belmonts, The Drifters, The Beach Boys and many more.
  • White Christmas (1954) - Sun. 12/17 - Doors at 5:30pm - Show at 6:30pm
    White Christmas (1954) - Sun. 12/17 - Doors at 5:30pm - Show at 6:30pm
    White Christmas (1954) - Sun. 12/17 - Doors at 5:30pm - Show at 6:30pm
    Sun, Dec 17
    The Lyric Theater
    Dec 17, 2023, 6:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 17, 2023, 6:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Not Rated - A successful song-and-dance team become romantically involved with a sister act and team up to save the failing Vermont inn of their former commanding general.
  • Elf - Tues. 12/19 - Doors at 530pm - Show at 6:30pm
    Elf - Tues. 12/19 - Doors at 530pm - Show at 6:30pm
    Elf - Tues. 12/19 - Doors at 530pm - Show at 6:30pm
    Tue, Dec 19
    The Lyric Theater
    Dec 19, 2023, 6:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 19, 2023, 6:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Rated PG - Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn't know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit.
  • It's A Wonderful Life - Thurs 12/21 - Doors at 530pm - Show at 6:30pm
    It's A Wonderful Life - Thurs 12/21 - Doors at 530pm - Show at 6:30pm
    It's A Wonderful Life - Thurs 12/21 - Doors at 530pm - Show at 6:30pm
    Thu, Dec 21
    The Lyric Theater
    Dec 21, 2023, 6:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 21, 2023, 6:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Rated PG - An angel is sent from Heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed.
  • Big Band Christmas - Fri. 12/22 - Doors 6:30 p.m. - Show 7:30 p.m.
    Big Band Christmas - Fri. 12/22 - Doors 6:30 p.m. - Show 7:30 p.m.
    Big Band Christmas - Fri. 12/22 - Doors 6:30 p.m. - Show 7:30 p.m.
    Fri, Dec 22
    The Lyric Theater
    Dec 22, 2023, 7:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 22, 2023, 7:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Who's ready for a Big Band Christmas sleigh ride? The 17-piece Calumet Ridge Jazz Ensemble will take our stage to perform holiday classics in what has become a must-see event for fans who enjoy the warm feeling of Christmas jazz and swing.
  • Polar Express - Sat. 12/23 - Doors at 11am - Show at 12pm
    Polar Express - Sat. 12/23 - Doors at 11am - Show at 12pm
    Polar Express - Sat. 12/23 - Doors at 11am - Show at 12pm
    Sat, Dec 23
    The Lyric Theater
    Dec 23, 2023, 12:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 23, 2023, 12:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Rated G - On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas.
  • That's a Wrap! @ The Lyric! - 12/23 Doors open at 4pm
    That's a Wrap! @ The Lyric! - 12/23 Doors open at 4pm
    That's a Wrap! @ The Lyric! - 12/23 Doors open at 4pm
    Sat, Dec 23
    Blue Island
    Dec 23, 2023, 4:00 PM – Dec 24, 2023, 8:00 PM
    Blue Island, 12952 S Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 23, 2023, 4:00 PM – Dec 24, 2023, 8:00 PM
    Blue Island, 12952 S Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Got some last minute wrapping to do? We have the perfect space! The Lyric will provide you with your wrapping essentials while you sip on delicious holiday cocktails and listen to holiday music! Need help wrapping a gift? We will have some special elves there to help you wrap!
  • Family Feud at The Lyric Theater - Fri. 12/29 - Doors open at 6pm - Family Feud Starts at 7pm
    Family Feud at The Lyric Theater - Fri. 12/29 - Doors open at 6pm - Family Feud Starts at 7pm
    Family Feud at The Lyric Theater - Fri. 12/29 - Doors open at 6pm - Family Feud Starts at 7pm
    Fri, Dec 29
    Blue Island
    Dec 29, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Blue Island, 12952 S Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 29, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Blue Island, 12952 S Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Do you love Family Feud? Have you ever wanted to be on Family Feud? If you answered "yes" to either of these questions, we have great news for you. Get your family or friends together for a Family Feud winner-take-all, double elimination tournament.
  • New Year's Eve Party - Sun. 12/31 - Doors at 8 p.m. - Show at 9 p.m
    New Year's Eve Party - Sun. 12/31 - Doors at 8 p.m. - Show at 9 p.m
    New Year's Eve Party - Sun. 12/31 - Doors at 8 p.m. - Show at 9 p.m
    Sun, Dec 31
    The Lyric Theater
    Dec 31, 2023, 8:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Dec 31, 2023, 8:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Ring in 2024 at The Lyric! You'll enjoy food, premium open bar, and a champagne toast while the swinging sounds of Morry Sochat & The Special 20s Band will have you dancing. Plus, Blue Island's New Year's Eve ball drop will happen right outside our doors. Be sure to dress-to-impress!
  • An Evening with John Vincent - Fri. 1/5 - Doors at 6:30 p.m. - Show at 7:30 p.m.
    An Evening with John Vincent - Fri. 1/5 - Doors at 6:30 p.m. - Show at 7:30 p.m.
    An Evening with John Vincent - Fri. 1/5 - Doors at 6:30 p.m. - Show at 7:30 p.m.
    Fri, Jan 05
    The Lyric Theater
    Jan 05, 2024, 7:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Jan 05, 2024, 7:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    After an unforgettable performance in July, South Side native and national performer John Vincent returns to Blue Island for our first live show of 2024. His unique covers of Sinatra, Louie Armstrong, Johnny Cash and more, along with stories of his journey, will inspire and captivate you.
  • Midnight Sun Band - Prince vs. Michael Jackson - Fri. 1/12 - Doors at 6:30 p.m. - Show at 7:30 p.m.
    Midnight Sun Band - Prince vs. Michael Jackson - Fri. 1/12 - Doors at 6:30 p.m. - Show at 7:30 p.m.
    Midnight Sun Band - Prince vs. Michael Jackson - Fri. 1/12 - Doors at 6:30 p.m. - Show at 7:30 p.m.
    Fri, Jan 12
    The Lyric Theater
    Jan 12, 2024, 7:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Jan 12, 2024, 7:30 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Let the party begin in this versus matchup of a lifetime between “The King of Pop” and “The Purple One." Deep cut masters of elite funk and soul, Midnight Sun, will have you dancing the night away. The 10-piece ensemble will play all the hits with impeccable harmony from two legendary artists.
  • Comedy Show with Mike Toomey - Saturday, 1/13, Doors open 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m.
    Comedy Show with Mike Toomey - Saturday, 1/13, Doors open 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m.
    Comedy Show with Mike Toomey - Saturday, 1/13, Doors open 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m.
    Sat, Jan 13
    The Lyric Theater
    Jan 13, 2024, 8:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Jan 13, 2024, 8:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    After a sold out show in 2023, Mike Toomey brings his sharp delivery, quick wit and unique stye back to Blue Island. A regular contributor on The WGN Morning News in Chicago, Mike has performed on HBO, MTV, The Arts and Entertainment Network. Opening act is comedian Bill Bunker.
  • SMALL TOWN: A Tribute to John Mellencamp - Fri. 1/19 - Doors at 6:30 p.m. - Show at 7:30 p.m.
    SMALL TOWN: A Tribute to John Mellencamp - Fri. 1/19 - Doors at 6:30 p.m. - Show at 7:30 p.m.
    SMALL TOWN: A Tribute to John Mellencamp - Fri. 1/19 - Doors at 6:30 p.m. - Show at 7:30 p.m.
    Fri, Jan 19
    The Lyric Theater
    Jan 19, 2024, 8:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Jan 19, 2024, 8:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    The seven-piece band from the Hoosier state returns to Blue Island to bring the iconic musical catalog of John Mellencamp to life. You'll be dancing to the sounds of “Hurts So Good,” “Pink Houses,” “Cherry Bomb,”, “Small Town,” “R.O.C.K. in the USA,” “Lonely Ol’ Night,” and many more.
  • Country Artist Allie Colleen -Fri. 1/26, Doors open 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m.
    Country Artist Allie Colleen -Fri. 1/26, Doors open 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m.
    Country Artist Allie Colleen -Fri. 1/26, Doors open 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m.
    Fri, Jan 26
    The Lyric Theater
    Jan 26, 2024, 8:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Jan 26, 2024, 8:00 PM
    The Lyric Theater, 12952 Western Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA
    Allie Colleen’s music style is truly her own. Her strong voice with hints of timeless tradition falls between classic country and the emerging country sound. Allie can captivate the crowd when she sings about the layers of love and heartbreak that have shaped her. But she can also rock it out.
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