Phil interviews Craig and Jolene Howard the co-owners of Upstage Theatre Company is a brand new professional theatre company located in Peoria, Illinois.

Peoria, Illinois began it’s theatrical tradition over a century ago with a style of theatre known as Vaudeville. Vaudeville featured a variety of acts which included comedians, singers, dancers, magicians, and more. It was also known for being family friendly which helped it gain in popularity, as opposed to its predecessors (rowdy saloons and burlesque halls). Many of the most famous entertainers of the 20th century got their start in Vaudeville.

Upstage Theatre is proud to honor the Vaudeville tradition here in Peoria!

Phil interviews Craig and Jolene Howard the co-owners of Upstage Theatre Company is a brand new professional theatre company located in Peoria, Illinois.
Peoria, Illinois began it&rsquo;s theatrical tradition over a century ago with a style of theatre known as Vaudeville. Vaudeville featured a variety of acts which included comedians, singers, dancers, magicians, and more. It was also known for being family friendly which helped it gain in popularity, as opposed to its predecessors (rowdy saloons and burlesque halls). Many of the most famous entertainers of the 20th century got their start in Vaudeville.
Upstage Theatre is proud to honor the Vaudeville tradition here in Peoria!

The Phil Luciano Show is WMBD Radio's new afternoon show that airs weekdays from 3 - 6pm.

Longtime journalist and media personality Phil Luciano shares his intriguing stories and unique observations about Central Illinois for a new radio program bringing local news to the forefront each and every day.

The Phil Luciano Show is WMBD Radio's new afternoon show that airs weekdays from 3 - 6pm.
Longtime journalist and media personality Phil Luciano shares his intriguing stories and unique observations about Central Illinois for a new radio program bringing local news to the forefront each and every day.

The Phil Luciano Show

Longtime journalist and media personality Phil Luciano shares his intriguing stories and unique observations about Central Illinois for a new radio program bringing local news to the forefront.

Longtime journalist and media personality Phil Luciano shares his intriguing stories and unique observations about Central Illinois for a new radio program bringing local news to the forefront.