Orpheum Theater
232 N. Chicago Street,
Joliet,
IL
60432
232 N. Chicago Street,
Joliet,
IL
60432
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I did a little exploring and found little so far on the Orpheum in Joliet Illinois but did find some and contributed some info relevant to my last paragraph in the comment above …
The Princess Theater in Joliet:
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The Mode Theater in Joliet:
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and photos of the Rialto as well:
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SMH 3:53 PM CDT 5-1-2011
I remember it being used for local theater troupes back as late as 1966 – 1967.
Some of my Senior friends from Joliet Central High School were in the play “Arsenic and Old Lace”. That was the last I recall of any activity down there.
Also, I believe it was the First National Bank that set up a drive through facility there after the Orpheum was taken down.
Sad to see that era of theaters disappear.
At least the Rialto was restored. I wonder what happened to the Princess that was down the street a block south of the Rialto and of course the Mode just off Chicago Street west on Van Buren. I think the Mode was still there a few years ago back in the mid to late 90’s for special uses.
Scott M. Huber
8:14 PM CDT
4-28-2011
The Orpheum was a good size theatre with a balcony and was across the street from the White Store Department Store on Chicago Street. I saw some cool double and triple feature horror movies there and believe it closed around 1959.
According to our records, the orpheum was part of the B and k chain as of october 1st, 1949. for more information please visit www.balabanandkatzfoundation.com
david balaban