Peoria Players

09/05/2026

Come From Away cast members Kathy McCormick and Seth Katz chatted with Gretchen Wirtz how about the show, which kicks off our season next Friday. This special production commemorates the 25th anniversary of 9/11, and we are proud to bring this heartwarming story to our audiences. Don’t miss your chance to see it. For tickets, head over to peoriaplayers.org. 

An episode of Loving Living Local will feature the Peoria Players Theatre’s upcoming performance of Come From Away.

09/05/2026

As the Halloween season creeps closer, we are ready to get in the mood! On Wednesday, September 9, join us for the Peoria Riverfront Museum's screening of the 1931 film, Dracula, starring Bela Lugosi. While you're there, you will have the opportunity to meet members of our cast of Dracula. The film begins at 6:30 pm. For more details and to purchase tickets, click here:
https://www.peoriariverfrontmuseum.org/events/dracula-1931

And don't forget about our showing of the Stephen Dietz play, Dracula, here at Peoria Players October 9-11 and 15-18. Tickets will be on sale September 28.

09/04/2026

The Peoria Area Young Adult Social Meetup is having their annual East Peoria Riverfront Cleanup on Sunday, September 20. They welcome any and all volunteers who would like to help!

09/04/2026

Come From Away opens one week from tonight!! Director, Steve Bortolotti talked with Greg Batton and Dan Diorio this morning about the show, which runs September 11-20. Opening night is sold out, and many other performances offer limited seating. Don't wait to get your tickets -- call us at 309-688-4473 or visit peoriaplayers.org. In the meantime, enjoy this interview with Steve...

Greg and Dan talk with Steve Bortolotti about Peoria Players Theatre’s upcoming production of Come From Away, opening Friday, September 11—the 25th anniversary of 9/11—and running through September 20. He discusses the powerful true story behind the musical and shares what audiences can expect...

09/04/2026

Come From Away’s Music Director, Susan Somerville Brown, stopped by the WEEK studio this morning to talk about this critically acclaimed musical, opening one week from tomorrow, on the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Click below for more details and ticket information. Take it away, Susie…

09/02/2026

Director and show submissions for our 2027-2028 season are still open through September 15! Please click the link below to submit shows or ideas. You may use this form to submit to direct shows or to recommend for shows to be produced in the 2027-2028 season. These submissions can include the August 2027 Summer Youth Theatre, Main Stage (September 2027 through May 2028), and Fundraiser Productions. The play selection chairperson is Laura Maushard. She will be in touch with you for any additional information that might be needed.

Submit here!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdh7tGflVTIl_Sbz_5uyXLfH6GvTAGE_ffcXZyYMhrzVZLIeg/viewform

09/02/2026

Happening today from 1:00 to 6:00, next door to Peoria Players at the Lakeview Library, join our upcoming production of Dracula as we partner with the American Red Cross for their blood drive. For more details and to read safety guidelines on giving blood, click here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1i7thXQYejiAh0p0NHmrvheyYS6Rg7OyD?usp=drive_link

09/01/2026

Opening night of Come From Away is sold out, and tickets are selling quickly for the remaining performances. Don't miss this stunning musical that narrates the special story of the events that happened 25 years ago on 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland. Join us September 11-13 and 16-20. Opening night will also feature a post-show reception with hors d'oeuvres and a Q&A via Zoom with Nick and Diane Marson, 2 of the actual passengers that landed in Gander on September 11, 2001. This reception is just $10 and all proceeds will benefit the Lewisporte Area Flight 15 Scholarship Fund (formerly the Gander Flight 15 Scholarship Fund). Even if you are attending another performance, you may still purchase tickets for the Q&A on September 11.

Also, a reminder that at all performances, we will be selling raffle tickets for a chance to win the stunning model of the World Trade Center and surrounding area built by Paul and Jane Prest. All proceeds from raffle sales will also benefit the Lewisporte Area Flight 15 Scholarship Fund.

Please note that this show has no intermission and contains some adult content.

Come From Away is licensed by Music Theatre International.

Original Production Elements utilized for this production of Come From Away were provided by Christopher Ashley (Direction), Kelly Devine (Musical Staging and Choreography), Beowulf Boritt (Scenic Design), Toni-Leslie James (Costume Design), Howell Binkley (Lighting Design) and Gareth Owen (Sound Design).

Come From Away is sponsored in part by Essential Wellness Pharmacy, The Basket Case Karaoke, Scott and Courtney Moore and A Royal Remembrance, and Athena Herman Law.

Peoria Players acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council.

08/31/2026

This Wednesday, September 2, catch us at the Lakeview Library, next door to Peoria Players, from 1:00 to 6:00 pm, as our production of Dracula will partner with the American Red Cross for their blood drive. To read more details on the blood drive and safety guidelines on giving blood, click here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1i7thXQYejiAh0p0NHmrvheyYS6Rg7OyD?usp=sharing

Dracula, directed by Jake Van Hoorn, will run October 9-11 and 15-18. Tickets will be on sale September 28.