Genesee Theatre
203 N. Genesee Street Waukegan, IL 60085
Phone: 847.782.2366
Experience the grandeur of world class artists and Broadway theatricals in the beautifully restored Genesee Theatre. After undergoing a $23 million renovation, The Genesee Theatre is now home to world class performances including Broadway shows, musical acts, comedians and more. In addition to the shows this venue is a historic hot-spot for weddings, corporate functions, holiday parties, and a variety of special events. There are also a number of completely renovated auxiliary rooms connected to the main auditorium that are perfect for receptions, birthdays, high school reunions, corporate dinners, cocktail parties, or any other festive gathering, meeting or presentation. Visit the website for a list of upcoming shows.
Hours of Operation
Box office hours:
Sunday and Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday-Friday: 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Jan. 31
01/31/26
#IMOMSOHARD: The Flashback Tour features comedians Kristin Hensley and Jen ...
Feb. 4
02/04/26
For 14 seasons, Theresa Caputo shared her psychic gift with millions of vie...
Feb. 6
02/06/26
One of the biggest names in comedy returns to The Genesee!As a stand-up com...
Feb. 7
02/07/26
JJ Grey and Mofro bring a high-energy performance of funky swamp rock ...
Feb. 14
02/14/26
George Lopez, one of the most popular Latino comedians of all time, will br...
Feb. 20
02/20/26
Dueling Pianos: Pianomonium Featuring Felix and Fingers ...
Feb. 21
02/21/26
For more than 30 years, The Peking Acrobats® have amazed audiences worl...
Feb. 22
02/22/26
Imagine it's 1968 and you're at a Doors concert. The music is power...
Feb. 27
02/27/26
Neil Forever celebrates the 50th anniversary of Neil Diamond’s famed ...
Mar. 6
03/06/26
"An Amazing Show!" – San Francisco Examiner"...
Mar. 7
03/07/26
Singer-songwriter John Oates continues to enjoy a celebrated career perform...
Mar. 8
03/08/26
The Phil Collins Story celebrates the music of the legendary rock artist, s...
Mar. 13
03/13/26
From 1969 to 1975, Three Dog Night dominated the music industry with more T...
Mar. 19
03/19/26
*** RESCHEDULED FOR MARCH 19, 2026 AT 7:00 P.M. ***Armed with only their li...
Mar. 20
03/20/26
With their impeccable musicianship, animated vocals and horn-driven grooves...
Mar. 21
03/21/26
Bee Gees Gold: The Tribute is the ultimate salute to the band that struck g...
Mar. 28
03/28/26
Two legendary vocal groups bring their classic sounds to The Genesee for an...
Mar. 30
03/30/26
Bob Dylan, one of the most influential songwriters of the rock ’n&rsq...
Apr. 9
04/09/26
Enjoy an evening of unforgettable big band music as the world-renowned ...
Apr. 11
04/11/26
Comedians Andrew Dice Clay and Jon Lovitz join forces for a night of bold, ...
Apr. 19
04/19/26
World Ballet Company presents Cinderella, a dazzling adaptation of the clas...
Apr. 23
04/23/26
For Los Lonely Boys—brothers Henry, Jojo, and Ringo Garza—famil...
May. 8
05/08/26
In 1996, 13-year-old LeAnn Rimes took the music world by storm wi...
Jun. 12
06/12/26
Two-time JUNO Award winners The Wailin' Jennys are known for ...
Jun. 20
06/20/26
The Avett Brothers and Mike Patton have teamed up to form AVTT/PTTN, an une...