The the theater design incorporates gilded Spanish castles, Italian villas, Chinese dragons in relief and a faux starry sky.
The theater history includes such performers and headliners as Bob Hope, Sammy Davis Jr., John Kennedy, Liberace and Soldiers from nearby Camp Grant used the Coronado to stage a musical revue/war bond rally titled "We’re Tellin’ You." The original musical production, involving 125 enlisted men and WAACs, was featured later in Life Magazine and helped raise $175,000 for the war effort.
The theater seats:
Main Floor 1186
Lower Balcony 375
Upper Balcony 744
Pit 30
Total 2335
The theater is available for rent for events. Contact 815-968-CPAC(2722) ext 17 for more information.
There are live performances scheduled for the first quarter on the year and others will be added as the schedule gets firmed up. To get tickets or to check the attractions call 815-968-5222.
Phone: 815-968-CPAC(2722)
Location: 314 N. Main St.
Hours: Varies with the performances, call for information.