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Genesee Theatre The Genesee Theatre is a concert, performing arts, and private events venue in Waukegan, Illinois.
(1867)

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.

🚨GIVEAWAY ALERT🚨Enter to win two tickets to Mannheim Steamroller (8PM) at the Genesee on December 5th. Share this post a...
10/12/2026

🚨GIVEAWAY ALERT🚨

Enter to win two tickets to Mannheim Steamroller (8PM) at the Genesee on December 5th. Share this post and comment your plus one to enter!

Winner will be chosen and contacted on Friday, October 16th.

Find tickets > https://bit.ly/MANNHEIMSTEAMROLLERWAUK26

Alton Brown returns to The Genesee THIS SATURDAY with a brand new show!An Evening of Alton Brown strips away the spectac...
10/11/2026

Alton Brown returns to The Genesee THIS SATURDAY with a brand new show!

An Evening of Alton Brown strips away the spectacle in favor of connection, spontaneity, and storytelling, delivering a show that is equal parts humor, science, food, and heart.

Get tickets for October 17th > https://bit.ly/ALTONBROWNWAUK26

📷: Matt Urban

Join Jefferson Starship, Atlanta Rhythm Section, Firefall and Orleans for a night of classic rock!Don't miss a memorable...
10/10/2026

Join Jefferson Starship, Atlanta Rhythm Section, Firefall and Orleans for a night of classic rock!

Don't miss a memorable night of hits and nostalgia on October 24th!

Find tickets > https://bit.ly/JEFFERSONSTARSHIPWAUK26

The classic ballet returns TONIGHT! 🦢🩰Doors open at 5:30PM.Tickets are available in-person at The Box Office or online a...
10/09/2026

The classic ballet returns TONIGHT! 🦢🩰

Doors open at 5:30PM.

Tickets are available in-person at The Box Office or online at Ticketmaster > https://bit.ly/SWANLAKEWAUK26

World Ballet Company

Alice Cooper returns to The Genesee in ONE MONTH! Limited tickets remain.Alice Cooper pioneered a grandly theatrical bra...
10/08/2026

Alice Cooper returns to The Genesee in ONE MONTH! Limited tickets remain.

Alice Cooper pioneered a grandly theatrical brand of hard rock that was designed to shock, originating with his band in the 70s to current day. Hear all the hits like "School's Out", "Poison" and more.

Get your tickets before they're gone! > https://bit.ly/ALICECOOPERWAUK26

Chelsea Handler presents her High and Mighty Tour TONIGHT!Doors open at 6:30PM.Tickets are available in-person at The Bo...
10/08/2026

Chelsea Handler presents her High and Mighty Tour TONIGHT!

Doors open at 6:30PM.

Tickets are available in-person at The Box Office or online at Ticketmaster > https://bit.ly/CHELSEAHANDLERWAUK26

Blessid Union of Souls arrives at the Genesee on December 12th, alongside EVE 6, Fastball and The Click Five!Featuring f...
10/07/2026

Blessid Union of Souls arrives at the Genesee on December 12th, alongside EVE 6, Fastball and The Click Five!

Featuring founding members, the Cincinnati band's sound blends heartfelt songwriting, strong melodies, and emotional honesty. Known best for their collection of radio hits including "Hey Leonardo", "I Believe", "Let Me Be the One" and more.

Don't miss a nostalgic night of 90s and 00s music! > https://bit.ly/EVE6FASTBALLWAUK26

Hollywood Medium Tyler Henry presents An Evening of Hope and Healing at The Genesee in just two months!He continues to b...
10/06/2026

Hollywood Medium Tyler Henry presents An Evening of Hope and Healing at The Genesee in just two months!

He continues to be the most sought-after clairvoyant in the country, providing high-profile readings to Kristin Chenoweth, Megan Fox, Bobby Brown and more.

Get your chance to experience a live audience reading on December 6th > https://bit.ly/TYLERHENRYWAUK26

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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