70's Bell Bottoms VS 80's Big Hair
2025-04-26 02:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Lincoln Square Theater, 141 N Main St, Decatur, IL, 62523, United States

TOAST - The Ultimate Bread Experience
2025-05-03 02:00 - 18:30

Pandora's Box - The Ultimate Aerosmith Tribute
2025-05-18 02:00 - 18:30

The Jersey Tenors
2025-06-13 14:00 - 18:59
The Historic Lincoln Square Theater is super excited to welcome back ‘The Jersey Tenors’ after many years! The last appearance at the Lincoln Square Theater was a complete SELLOUT! This show will take place on Friday June 13, 2025.
Recently touted as the most versatile and talented tribute in the nation – The Observer
The Jersey Tenors™ is the newest Opera/Rock Mash-up sensation that creates an explosive blend of the most iconic Opera classics alongside such Rock & Roll industry greats as Queen, Journey, Elton John, and Billy Joel to name but a few.
But our ‘Jersey pride’ also brings us back to our roots as we highlight hometown heroes like Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Frank Sinatra, Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, Kool and The Gang, and even Whitney Houston (Jersey Girl)!
The Jersey Tenors™ pride also extends to our nation and the heroes that defend it! We are proud Honor Guard members with The Wounded Warrior Project, and we pay tribute to those men & women who have paid the ultimate price for freedom during our show. Whether it’s a theatrical production, corporate event, private event, party, or outdoor concert…
These four charming wise guys will raise the roof with their powerful voices, and they will have you singing along before you know it!
From Frank Sinatra to Frankie Valli to Figaro…Forgettaboutit!!!
Doors will open at 6:00 pm (cst) with show starting promptly at 7:00.
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Lincoln Square Theater Gift Certificate
2025-06-17 03:00 - 12:00
Show your support for the Historic Lincoln Square Theater while giving a family member or a friend an opportunity to experience the fantastic views & acoustics for an upcoming show or event at the Lincoln! “GIVE THE GIGT OF ENTERTAINMENT”. Our gift certificates can be used for ticket purchases for any event, concessions and merchandise. Gift Certificates can be purchased in amounts from $25-$500 and can be purchased at the box office on the day of any event OR by calling our box office anytime at 217-454-4583. We have a great season of shows in store for you for 2024 & an even greater lineup for 2025!

BAND ON THE RUN - Ultimate Paul McCartney Show with special guests: The Sugar Davis Band
2025-06-28 14:00 - 18:59
Super excited to bring this show back! “Band On The Run’ – The Ultimate Paul McCartney Tribute Show put on an amazing concert last year! This year with an even bigger production. Come sing along with all the legendary Paul McCartney solo hits, Wings, and even some of the best of the McCartney sang Beatles numbers! Saturday June 28, 2025
Opening act will be local veterans: The Sugar Davis Band
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GET THE LED OUT - A Celebration Of "The Mighty Zep"
2025-07-17 14:00
The Historic Lincoln Square Theater is super excited to present ‘GET THE LED OUT’ – A Celebration Of “The Mighty Zep” GTLO!
From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live, like you’ve never heard before. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-create the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album…GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents, GTLO brings what the audience wants…a high energy Zeppelin concert with an honest, heartthumping intensity. Dubbed by the media as “The American Led Zeppelin,” Get The Led Out offers a strong focus on the early years. They also touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom, if ever heard in concert. GTLO also include a special “acoustic set” with Zep favorites such as “Tangerine” and “Hey Hey What Can I Do.”
GTLO has amassed a strong national touring history, having performed at major club and PAC venues across the country. GTLO’s approach to their performance of this hallowed catalog is not unlike a classical performance. “Led Zeppelin are sort of the classical composers of the rock era,” says lead vocalist Paul Sinclair. “I believe 100 years from now they will be looked at as the Bach or Beethoven of our time. As cliché as it sounds, their music is timeless.”
A GTLO concert mimics the “light and shade” that are the embodiment of “The Mighty Zep.” Whether it’s the passion and fury with which they deliver the blues-soaked, groovedriven rock anthems, it’s their attention to detail and nuance that makes a Get The Led Out performance a truly awe-inspiring event!
This will be a show you absolutely do not want to miss!
Doors will open at 6:00 pm with show starting promptly at 7:00 pm (cst).
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JAWS - Return of the Classic - 50th Anniversary
2025-08-01 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-02 14:00 - 17:00
The Historic Lincoln Square Theater is stoked to present the return of the classic film JAWS, for it’s 50th Anniversary. It was originally shown at the Lincoln back in 1975 to a sold out crowd! On Friday & Saturday August 1st & 2nd, we will replicate that night when the line wrapped all the way around the theater! There will be some fun surprises along with full bar and food. Movie will start each night at 7:00 pm with a 2:00 pm matinee also on Saturday August 2nd. The theater will be shaking with 80,000 watts of power as JAWS surfaces! You do not want to miss this!

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JAWS - Return of the Classic - 50th Anniversary *MATINEE*
2025-08-02 09:00 - 12:00
This showing is a 2:00 pm MATINEE. The Historic Lincoln Square Theater is stoked to present the return of the classic film JAWS, for it’s 50th Anniversary. It was originally shown at the Lincoln back in 1975 to a sold out crowd! On Friday & Saturday August 1st & 2nd, we will replicate that night when the line wrapped all the way around the theater! There will be some fun surprises along with full bar and food. Movie will start each night at 7:00 pm with a 2:00 pm matinee also on Saturday August 2nd. The theater will be shaking with 80,000 watts of power as JAWS surfaces! You do not want to miss this!

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DON FELDER with special guests: Lady Luck
2025-08-17 14:00 - 18:59
The Lincoln Square Theater is pleased to welcome iconic lead guitar player and vocalist, DON FELDER, formerly of the Eagles, with special guests from Decatur, IL. Lady Luck on Sunday August 17th, 2025.

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No matter how you look at it, 2024 is shaping up to be the Year of the Fingers — Don “Fingers”
Felder, that is. Felder, a true American rock and roll guitar hero, is very much looking forward to
building upon his rich legacy as one of the most innovative riff-generating songwriters of the
modern rock era while continuing his growth as a featured touring and recording solo artist.
To that end, Felder finds himself most decidedly back in the driver’s seat with the release of his
first solo album in seven years, American Rock ’N’ Roll (BMG). American Rock ’N’ Roll consists
of 11 high-energy rockers mixed with touching, thoughtful ballads. ARnR also boasts a who’s
who of A-list guest contributors including Slash, Sammy Hagar, Peter Frampton, Mick
Fleetwood, Joe Satriani, Orianthi, Richie Sambora, Alex Lifeson, and many, many more.
Not only is Felder a proud, longstanding member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, having
been inducted with the Eagles back in 1998, he was also inaugurated into the Musicians Hall of
Fame and Museum in Nashville in 2016 and the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in 2017. Fact is,
Felder spent 27 years with the Eagles, who own the fine distinction of recording the top-selling
album of all time — Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975), which has sold over 38 million copies (and
counting). “I’m blessed enough to have contributed to and been a part of a very talented mixture
of voices, writing, guitar parts, and production. I’m very proud of that,” he says of the group.
Don left the band in 2001 and has since forged an impressive career as a top-tier solo artist with
a three fully realized full-length albums as well and several very successful singles for film
scores like Heavy Metal, 1983’s sonically soaring Airborne and 2012’s multifaceted song-cycle
treatise, Road to Forever and American Rock ‘N’ Roll. Felder added “best-selling author” to his
impressive C.V. when his spellbinding 2008 memoir, Heaven and Hell: My Life in the Eagles
(1974-2001), became an instant New York Times smash bestseller.

Felder navigated the burgeoning rock scene in his native Gainesville, Florida, in the 1960s,
which included a stint teaching guitar to Tom Petty and learning slide guitar from his longtime
friend Duane Allman. His matchless lead-guitar tone added extra fuel to Eagles tracks like
“Already Gone,” “One of These Nights,” “Take It to the Limit,” and “New Kid in Town,” in addition
to having co-written “Victim of Love,” “Those Shoes,” and his most popular co-creation, “Hotel
California.” Felder has also recorded with and performed alongside top-drawer artists such as
The Bee Gees, Michael Jackson, Alice Cooper, Warren Zevon, Barbra Streisand, Elton John,
Joni Mitchell, and Stephen Stills, whom Don first crossed paths in his first band, The
Continentals in Gainesville in the early 1960s.

Spending more and more time on the road as the frontman of his own tight-knit solo band made
Felder realize he needed to put in the time to hone his own distinctive voice into a finely tuned
instrument. “That’s just how I work,” Don explains. “A lead vocal has to fit the song — it has to fit
the timbre and texture of the song.
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The Ultimate George Strait Tribute
2025-08-22 02:00 - 18:30
As part of our 2025 tribute concert series presented by 98.1 GRIZ FM, we are super excited to welcome ‘STRAIT COUNTRY’ – A tribute to the legendary George Strait on Friday August 22nd, 2025!
Dedicated to honoring the timeless music of the legendary George Strait, Dallas-born Howard Decker tours nationwide delivering the iconic look, the sound, the essence and spirit of George Strait’s chart-topping music, making every performance an unforgettable experience.
With Decker’s lifelong passion and admiration for George Strait’s legacy, the Strait Country Tribute strives to recreate the magic of King George’s world-famous performances. From classics like “Amarillo By Morning” to heartfelt ballads like “Check Yes or No,” Howard Decker brings the authenticity and charm that George Strait fans crave to see and hear.
​Welcome to Strait Country Tribute, your ultimate destination for the nation’s top fan-favorite tribute to George Strait!

Doors – 6:00pm / Show – 7:00 pm
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Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters w/special guests: Fran Moran & The Nervous Wrecks Presented by Airking Inc. HVAC of Illinois
2025-08-27 02:00 - 18:59
The Boxmasters release “‘Pepper Tree Hill” Album and
“2025 Pepper Tree Hill Tour” Dates
In conjunction with the release of their newest album on July 11th, “Pepper Tree Hill”,
The Boxmasters will follow by kicking off a tour of the United States in August. This marks
their 19th release as the ever-prolific J.D. Andrew and Bud Thornton showcase their love as
always for the sounds of the sixties and the inspiration of their studio on an album called “Pepper
Tree Hill.”
“Abbey Road was the studio the Beatles recorded their album “Abbey Road” in and are a
huge influence on us,” says Bud. “In a way , since our studio is called Pepper Tree Hill , you
could say this is our Abbey Road and you can hear odes to our influences the British Invasion
including the Beatles, Badfinger, The Kinks etc.”
Joining The Boxmasters on the title cut “Pepper Tree Hill” is the legendary trumpeter and
bandleader Herb Alpert. “I talked to Herb on the phone and he asked what we were up to and
told him we were recording a new album and he said to send him a song. He sent it back right
away with an immediately recognizable part that you instantly know is Herb Alpert.” Says Bud.
Also joining on the song “Pepper Tree Hill” is longtime collaborator and Boxmaster alum
Brad Davis. “Brad was out at the studio while we were working on another album with him and
we thought that “Pepper Tree Hill” would be a great song to have him play guitar on and of
course he played an amazing part.” Says J.D.
Aside from the song “Pepper Tree Hill”, the rest of the album contains all of the familiar
sounds of the sixties that The Boxmasters are fond of.
The “2025 Pepper Tree Hill Tour” starts in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina on August 20th
and ends in Los Angeles on October 19th. Some familiar stops like in Kansas City at
Knuckleheads, and Tomball, TX at Main Street Crossing are joined by 5 nights at the Bourbon
and Bonfire weekends in Livingston, Montana.
Formed in 2006, The Boxmasters have recorded an impressive and diverse catalogue of
music that touches on their love of a wide array of influences, but most importantly, the rock and
roll of the 1960’s. Listening to The Boxmasters, one can hear obvious odes to the Beatles, Byrds
and Beach Boys, but also important to The Boxmasters are The Mothers of Invention, The
Allman Brothers, Kris Kristofferson, John Prine and Big Star.
As a touring band, The Boxmasters have cultivated a rabid cult fanbase across the United
States, Canada and now Europe and the United Kingdom. Opening for the likes of ZZ Top,
Steve Miller, George Thorogood and Bubbles and The Sh*t Rockers, The Boxmasters have
proven to win over large audiences. As a headliner, frequent stops in Kansas City at
“Knuckleheads”, Los Angeles at “The Troubadour” and in Sellersville, PA at the “Sellersville
Theater” have shown dedicated yet still growing audiences. Two appearances at Levon Helm’s
“Midnight Ramble” in Woodstock, New York were highlight performances for the band, as well
as the “Ramble at The Ryman” that Levon hosted in 2008. Other highlights include The
Boxmasters performing on “The Grand Ole Opry” in 2015, and in 2023 The Boxmasters fulfilled
a life-long dream of playing The Cavern Club in Liverpool. Special guests will be: Fran Moran & The Nervous Wrecks. For more information call: 217-454-4583
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MAMMA MANIA-New York City's Premier Abba Tribute
2025-09-11 17:00 - 20:00
The Historic Lincoln Square Theater is stoked to welcome for the first time, the #1 ABBA experience to downtown Decatur, IL. on Thursday September 11th, 2025.
Prepare to be transported back to the vibrant 1970s with 2025’s #1 booked ABBA Tribute! Mamma Mania! brings the classic hits of one of pop music’s most iconic groups to life. With their dazzling costumes, flawless harmonies, and captivating stage presence, this tribute captures the essence of ABBA’s unforgettable sound.
From “Dancing Queen” to “Mamma Mia,” fans will enjoy a night filled with nostalgia from a stellar cast of musicians! Performers include current or former touring members of: Mamma Mia – Official North American Tour, Marc Martel’s Queen Extravaganza, INXS, Britney Spears, Rob Thomas, The Weeknd and many more! Mamma Mania! pays homage to ABBA’s legacy, celebrating the timeless melodies and uplifting lyrics that have charmed listeners for generations.
Join us for an evening of music that showcases not only the incredible songs but also the joyful spirit of ABBA. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to their music, this tribute promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with energy, enthusiasm, and plenty of dancing. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary celebration of ABBA from some of New York’s finest!!
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Doors open at 6:00 PM
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JEFFERSON STARSHIP 50th Anniversary, Runaway Again Tour w/special guests: C4.2
2025-09-18 13:00 - 17:00
The Historic Lincoln Square Theater is pleased to welcome the legendary ‘JEFFERSON STARSHIP’ for their 50th Anniversary, Runaway Again Tour on Thursday September 18th, 2025, with special guests: ‘C4.2’
Jefferson Starship is one of the most successful arena rock bands of the ’70s and ’80s, earning 3 platinum and 8 gold records, as well as numerous Top 40 Billboard singles. As they celebrate their 50th anniversary, the band reaches a rare milestone that only a few bands ever achieve. Founded by Paul Kantner in the ’70s, Jefferson Starship was conceived as a collective of musical adventurers contributing to his epic concept albums and eventual catalog of rock classics. When the current lineup came together in 2012, with many members having joined years earlier, Kantner couldn’t have predicted the band would become the road-conquering force they are today.
The five members of Jefferson Starship often describe themselves as both a “family” and a “gang,” and this sense of camaraderie shines through in their performances. Over the years, they’ve played in all 50 U.S. states, five continents, and countless countries. A recent tour of New Zealand was noted as one of the band’s favorites, and their live shows continue to offer a non-stop mix of rock hits.
The band’s current lineup includes original member David Freiberg, drummer Donny Baldwin (who first joined in 1982), keyboardist Chris Smith (who joined in 1998), guitarist Jude Gold (who joined in 2012), and singer/guitarist Cathy Richardson (who joined in 2008 after Kantner saw her perform with Big Brother and the Holding Company).
As Jefferson Starship celebrates its 50th anniversary, the band reflects on the legacy of Paul Kantner, who passed away in 2016. The spirit of exploration and adventure he instilled in the band lives on in their music and performances. As Gold puts it, “To me, that ‘Paul Kantner thing’—getting on a rocket ship and blasting off into the unknown—is the very essence of Jefferson Starship. And that spirit is very much alive in the band today.”

A concert not to be missed! For more information call: 217-454-4583
Doors open at 6:00 PM

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Trick and Treats Premiere
2025-09-20 18:00 - 21:00
The Historic Lincoln Square Theater is honored to present the Premiere of “Trick and Treats”, a Local Indie Horror Film, on Saturday September 20th, 2025, just in time for Halloween!
The film is directed by Mt Zion Native Eric Hector and stars Malcolm McDowell (Clockwork Orange) with Gary Busey. (Lethal Weapon)
The movie was filmed on the soundstage at Mt Zion’s Heroic Age Art Center, as well as on locations across Decatur, Macon County, and surrounding areas.
Tag Line
Peter, Peter, pumpkin eater had a wife and couldn’t keep her. So, he put her in a pumpkin shell, and there he kept her very well. The trick is figuring out how many pieces you have to cut your wife into before she’ll fit inside a pumpkin.
Short Synopsis
On Halloween, Ashley and her friends find themselves locked in a biker bar, facing torture & death. All is lost until Ashley hears the legendary jack-o-lantern “Trick” (Malcolm McDowell) whispering in her mind. Is he trying to help, or is he merely a product of Ashley’s panicked imagination? The trick is figuring it out before everybody dies.
Event Timeline
* Red Carpet and Photo Event 5:00 pm (CST)
* Movie Starts 7:00 pm
* (Optional Q&A after the movie) 8:45 pm
DON’T MISS OUT! For additional information on Trick and Treats or to request an interview, please contact Eric Hector.
Phone: (217) 972-7867
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SCOTT WATTLES & THE BLUE SUEDE CREW
2025-10-04 18:00 - 21:00
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Scott Wattles & The Blue Suede Crew has become a household name around Central Illinois for his ELVIS tribute show and we’re excited to be bringing them back for their Elvis Rock & Roll show on Saturday October 4th, 2025.This will be a great night of classic Elvis!
Doors will open at 6:00pm with show starting precisely at 7:00.
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The Monkee Men - World's Greatest Monkees Tribute
2025-10-05 14:00 - 17:00
Get ready for the most exciting show you’ve seen in a long time! The Historic Lincoln Square Theater is proud to welcome the World’s Greatest Monkee’s Tribute Show! ‘The Monkee Men’ on Sunday October 5th, 2025!

The Monkee Men is a new and exciting tribute show created by writer/musician/vocalist Ron McNeil, founder of Emmy Award-winning Beatles tribute band, The Fab Four. The Monkee Men is a band comprised of multi-talented musicians, actors, and singers that have been selected from the best-of-the-best from all around the country. They perform all your favorite Monkees songs live on stage, including: “Last Train to Clarksville,” “Pleasant Valley Sunday,” “Daydream Believer,” “I’m a Believer,” and many more. In addition to record-perfect renditions of Monkees classics, each performance features a dance-off, a 60’s-themed costume contest, and a unique opportunity for an audience member to come up on stage to be serenaded by “Davy.” The Monkee Men show is a fun and interactive experience that’s perfect for any event!

In 1967, The Monkees outsold The Beatles and The Rolling Stones combined. Their TV show won two Emmy Awards and the band produced five multi-platinum albums and six Billboard Top 10 singles including three #1’s. Today, their music continues to enchant audiences worldwide. With the passing of three of the original Monkees, the only way to experience that great music live on stage has been through Micky Dolenz’ ongoing solo tours. Until now.

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Doors open 6:00 PM
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Trick and Treats Theatrical Run October 11th
2025-10-11 18:30 - 21:00
The Historic Lincoln Square Theater is honored to present the theatrical showing of “Trick and Treats”, a Frightful 5000 Film, a Local Indie Horror Film, on Saturday October 11, 2025, just in time for Halloween! The film is directed by Mt Zion Native Eric Hector and stars Malcolm McDowell (A Clockwork Orange) with Gary Busey. (Lethal Weapon) The movie was filmed on the soundstage at Mt Zion’s Heroic Age Art Center, as well as on locations across Decatur, Macon County, and surrounding areas. Tag Line Peter, Peter, pumpkin eater had a wife and couldn’t keep her. So, he put her in a pumpkin shell, and there he kept her very well. The trick is figuring out how many pieces you have to cut your wife into before she’ll fit inside a pumpkin. Short Synopsis On Halloween, Ashley and her friends find themselves locked in a biker bar, facing torture & death. All is lost until Ashley hears the legendary jack-o-lantern “Trick” (Malcolm McDowell) whispering in her mind. Is he trying to help, or is he merely a product of Ashley’s panicked imagination? The trick is figuring it out before everybody dies. Event Timeline * Doors open: 6:00 pm * Movie Starts: 7:00 pm DON’T MISS OUT! For additional information on Trick and Treats or to request and interview, please contact Eric Hector.Phone: (217) 972-7867 WARNING: “Trick and Treats” is a dark horror film that includes R-rated content. The movie contains adult language, adult situations, violence, and depictions of self-harm.
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