Myles' Documentary Places Third at San Quentin
Roosevelt Myles' film Post Conviction took third at the third annual San Quentin Film Festival in California.
Peoria Entertainment News
For readers in Peoria, this page covers live performances, cultural events, arts programming, media trends and the business of leisure activities. Reporting centers on how these activities interact with the city and its surrounding communities.
Arts and Theater
Live Poll
Should local institutions prioritize creating exhibitions to celebrate the legacies of famous former residents?
Peoria Riverfront Museum Launches New Richard Pryor Exhibit
The exhibit honors the comedian's life and legacy in his hometown.
Other
Live Poll
Do you believe local festivals successfully promote growth and safety in your community?
Peoria Hosts Second Annual Warehouse District Blocktoberfest
The city’s Warehouse District celebrated its second annual Blocktoberfest festival this month.
Books
Author Thomas Laird Releases Two New Jimmy Parisi Books
Peoria-based writer Thomas Laird adds the 16th and 17th entries to his long-running Jimmy Parisi detective series.
Regular subjects here include venue schedules, public arts initiatives, media industry shifts and local cultural programming. Reporting extends across the city and the communities around it. Seasonality plays a significant role in activity levels, with indoor arts taking focus during the winter months while outdoor performances drive traffic throughout the summer. Public and private venue usage rights remain a central point of discussion as demand for diverse events grows.