Genesee Theatre

Genesee Theatre The Genesee Theatre is a concert, performing arts, and private events venue in Waukegan, Illinois.
(1871)

The historic Genesee Theatre is a 2,400 seat entertainment venue located in Waukegan, Illinois. Located along the northern shore of Lake Michigan between Chicago and Milwaukee, the Genesee Theatre is a hub of activity for Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. Hosting a variety of music, comedy, and dance, the Genesee marks Waukegan as a destination for high-quality entertainment once reserved

for major cities. The Genesee was built in 1927 as a vaudeville stage and movie palace before being restored in 2004 to its modern glory as a live entertainment venue boasting one of the largest stages in the Midwest, an acoustically dynamic auditorium, and a beautifully restored grand lobby for intimate and elegant events.

Do you have your tickets yet? The legendary tale of Swan Lake returns to the Genesee on October 9th.World Ballet Company...
06/11/2026

Do you have your tickets yet? The legendary tale of Swan Lake returns to the Genesee on October 9th.

World Ballet Company presents the world's most iconic ballet in this breathtaking production, performing with a live orchestra.

Get your tickets today > https://bit.ly/SWANLAKEWAUK26

DID YOU KNOW: Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters released their self-titled debut album on this day in 2008.The Boxmast...
06/10/2026

DID YOU KNOW: Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters released their self-titled debut album on this day in 2008.

The Boxmasters arrive at the Genesee on August 6th! Hear their hits and songs from their new album, "In The Bay", out June 12th.

Get your tickets today > https://bit.ly/BOXMASTERSWAUK26

Happy Birthday Andrew Walker!The Canadian actor and film producer started staring in Hallmark films in 2012 for "A Bride...
06/09/2026

Happy Birthday Andrew Walker!

The Canadian actor and film producer started staring in Hallmark films in 2012 for "A Bride for Christmas". He has since become one of the most featured leading men and a fan favorite in films like "Three Wise Men and a Baby".

Get a behind-the-scenes look with Hallmark Stars Live at The Genesee on August 1st! Tickets on sale now! > https://bit.ly/HALLMARKSTARSWAUK26

Happy Birthday to Violent Femmes frontman, Gordon Gano!The Violent Femmes are celebrating 45 years for One Night Only at...
06/07/2026

Happy Birthday to Violent Femmes frontman, Gordon Gano!

The Violent Femmes are celebrating 45 years for One Night Only at The Genesee on August 16th! Hear all the hits including "Blister in the Sun" and "Gone Daddy Gone".

Tickets are going fast > https://bit.ly/VIOLENTFEMMESWAUK26

A staple of 60s rock: Tommy James and the Shondells grace our stage TONIGHT!Doors open at 6:00PM.Tickets are available i...
06/06/2026

A staple of 60s rock: Tommy James and the Shondells grace our stage TONIGHT!

Doors open at 6:00PM.

Tickets are available in-person at The Box Office or online at Ticketmaster > https://bit.ly/TOMMYJAMESWAUK26

Address

203 N Genesee Street
Waukegan, IL
60085

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 5:30pm
Thursday 11am - 5:30pm
Friday 11am - 5:30pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+18472636300

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