#ProudlyDeKalb

Since 1929 the Egyptian Theatre has entertained countless people within the majestic walls of this jewel of DeKalb.
We are #ProudlyDeKalb for many reasons.

• The Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb was once one of over 100 Egyptian Theatres in the United States but today is 1 of only 7 remaining and the only one East of the Rocky Mountains.
• 1 of 2 remaining Egyptian Theatres with original star lights in the auditorium ceiling.
• Listed in Top 10 Most Haunted Theatres in Illinois.
• One of the top 20 largest historic theatres in Illinois (by seats).
• 1978 – Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.
• 2008 – Awarded 1 of 150 Great Places in Illinois by the American Institute of Architects
• We welcome over 30 community organizations every year that utilize the Egyptian Theatre for their events.
• John F. Kennedy spoke at the Egyptian Theatre in front of a packed house on October 25, 1959.
• Ronald Reagan and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt also visited the Egyptian Theatre.