Everybody, Rivermen Playoffs, Promenade Ball, Jazz Day at the Museum, Defending Life & Land & Stop Kiss
Published: Thu, 04/09/26
Updated: Fri, 04/10/26
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| Everybody at Bradley University's Hartmann Center of Performing Arts Continues Through Sunday |
| This humorous, poignant, extraordinary play is a modern retelling of the 15th-century Medieval morality play Everyman, and is written by one of the most vibrant and exciting voices in theatre today, Tony- and Pulitzer-winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. |
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| Rivermen at Carver Arena for Game 2 of the President's Cup Playoffs |
| The Rivermen will be on home ice for Game 2 of the first round of the 2026 President's Cup Playoffs on Saturday against the Macon Mayhem. Game 3 (if needed) will be in Carver Arena on Sunday beginning at 5 pm. |
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| The Promenade Ball is Friday at Wildlife Prairie Park |
| A Bridgerton themed event featuring a waltz lesson with Young Dance Inc. followed by an enchanting night of social dancing, delightful appetizers, and drinks. Formal attire is requested. |
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| Jazz Day is Also Free Admission at the Riverfront Museum on Sunday |
| Featuring jazz themed activities, tours of the current exhibitions, live jazz performances by the Peoria All-Stars combo, the Bradley University Groove Project, the Richwoods High School Jazz Ensemble and the Central Illinois Jazz Orchestra, the film Bronzeville to Harlem documentary plus Dome Planetarium shows. |
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| Peoria Area World Affairs Council Hosts Defending Life & Land Next Thursday, April 16 |
| Featuring Carlos Salinas who will speak on Defending Life & Land: Indigenous Rights, the Amazon, and Environmental Justice examining how Indigenous leadership, human rights law, and global accountability intersect, and what international environmental justice looks like in practice today. |
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| Stop Kiss at ICC Performing Arts Center Opening Thursday, April 16 |
| The Obie and GLAAD Media Award-winning play explores friendship, love, and the ripple effects of a single defining moment. Performances run Thursday, April 16 through Sunday, April 19. |
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| Check Out Our Entertainment Report Video |
| Our latest Entertainment Report features Artistic Community Theatre’s production of Steel Magnolias at the theatre (located at 407 Court St. in Pekin) running April 17 – 25. |
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| Don’t Let a Small Mortgage Mistake Cost You Thousands |
| In this article, learn about what every homebuyer in Peoria needs to know. Choosing the right path in the home loan process often starts by understanding the vital role mortgage lenders play beyond simple rate-shopping. |
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| Beetlejuice the Musical at the Peoria Civic Center Theater May 5th - 7th |
| Whether you’re a lifelong Tim Burton fan or someone eager to experience live theater that breaks the rules, Beetlejuice the Musical doesn’t just mimic the film - it expands on it, delivering sharp dialogue, dazzling visual effects, and innovative staging that brings the netherworld to life right in front of your eyes. |
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| Looking for Fun and Affordable Date Night Ideas? |
| Check out these date night ideas for the Peoria area. Most are locally owned and may not be on your radar, but are great options for an affordable night of fun. |
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