Built in 1926 as a vaudeville house by by local millionaire and cartoonist Lester J. Norris, this downtown St. Charles theater was completely restored in 2005, complete with its 1927 Marr & Colton pipe organ. Today, it plays hosts to wide variety of national touring acts, film screenings and other entertainment events.
Thomas Doggett (Photography)
I just wanted to say thank you to Ron Onesti and the entire Arcada staff for allowing us to shoot our engagement session at the Arcada theater. Your venue is absolutely stunning and provided the perfect backdrop for the photos. We are so grateful for your generosity and hospitality.
Brad Andresen
One of the best venues in the western suburbs. Staff is always friendly and this is a great place to bring kids for a concert. The sound is good, but not too loud (Although I would still recommend ear plugs). Visit the restaurant upstairs for a one-of-a-kind speakeasy experience. I have been to three shows here and keep it on my list to catch a show if they have an artist that I am interested in on their schedule.
Blair Rivera
We visited for a murder mystery dinner which included dinner and the murder mystery. It was my first time there. The dinner was delicious even thought they must have pumped out a ton of food quickly. Their was not an open seat in the restaurant due to the event but there was a man singing Frank Sinatra during our meal. The decor was fun and tasteful. We then headed down to the theater for our murder mystery portion. This was a lot of fun as well and very interactive. There were staff who helped guide us but largely audience driven and participation. What a wonderful night!
Brita Nowak
Wonderful place. Saw ACCEPT here. First floor theater, bars etc. Second floor has fantastic bars, beautiful unisex bathrooms, wonderful decor. Third floor is a Speakeasy, complete with 30s style waiter stuff. I love this place
Kenny “Achilles” McCoy
Got to play at this amazing place, and I can not say one bad word about it. Just the opposite actually. The hospitality was outstanding from the moment I got off my bus. Ultimately beautiful stage and room to play in. If you are here, fully check out this place! Speak-easy on 3rd floor is full of antiques (including a Chaplin room), and there are old tunnels from Al Capone in the basement. More than 5*s easily!
