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Impressive Arts and Exhibitions Apollo Entertainment Center captivating A variety of films and events

Since 1914, the beauty adorned with the Apollo Fine Arts and Entertainment Center echoes years of history to modern film lovers not only in its magnificent setting, but a large positive choice of films and events. As the oldest existing theater center of Peoria, which has conducted a long-standing tradition of quality cinema viewing, great plays, weddings, and a variety of events. The theater was renovated by attorney Tom Leiter, whose law office in the same building as the Apollo, and reopened in 1990 as the Fine Arts Apollo and Entertainment Center. In the restoration of the theater, Barb Leiter, Tom's wife, tried to use colors that reflect what the theater originally appeared.

The Apollo was a long, narrow theater designed specifically for the silent film era. It operated from 1914 to 1958. Bob Brandes was the theater director from 1990 until 2005, when Chairman of the Board of Apollo Steve Tarter took over hosting screenings of old movies. Mary Sutherland, director of the office of Tom Leiter, handles special events in the theater. Also had much to do to get Steve involved in helping with the Apollo.

Today, the balcony is all that remains of the original Apollo. That makes it a smaller theater without the heavy overhead of a bigger place. The Apollo had 900 seats before, but today has a capacity for 150 customers.

The Apollo Fine Arts and Entertainment Center has shown many films in recent years as "Duck Soup" Brother Marx, Humphrey Bogart in "Casablanca" Gary Cooper High Noon, "Peter Seller's" Pink Panther "as well as options for science fiction movies.

Now Business Editor of the Star of the magazine, speaks fondly Tarter about how the theater has a long history of life that is regularly used for performances, and for special events or plays. "We try to organize and give a little variety. In April, we find" The Thing "(from 1951). In May we have a festival of Superman, so we have old movies and new Superman. Later, maybe we will have something more dramatic, probably. Try to have something for everyone. Someone will say, how about John Wayne or Audrey Hepburn or Bette Davis? We have "Gone with the Wind" coming in June. That is one that always gets requests. "

The mass quantity of films shown, including a couple of times a month, Apollo makes a wonderful place to see any film genre under the sun. Some of the events of the film many are coming, "Captain Blood" with Errol Flynn, 7 May, a variety of serials Matinee May 20, The Superman Film Festival on May 21, "Gone with the Wind" on June 4, and 50 Drive-In July Special Ninth, including "The Blob" and "The Girl Can not Help It."

Tarter enthusiasm for the Apollo speaks and he is a true movie buff with the knowledge to start in the classic film events. Tarter says, "Now (the Apollo) is used twice a month for shows on average, sometimes more. They also have music events in the area, the jazz and the like. Always open to (use) for special events. We had some little here premieres, independent productions, (while) my share of that is making the classic film shown. We have a few that provided regular ask us what's coming. "Talk openly Black Film Festival of Apollo is set in conjunction with the Peoria Public Library for what will be the ninth year in October.

Tarter says, "There's something about the old crime movies have to defend well to see them again, but now is distant history, have an attraction. It was very fun and I enjoyed our time here. "Steve also mentioned that have alternative school groups come to visit the Apollo, which is a great way to keep the fund Apollo alive. that the statements of Tarter, "This is the story of life. You have something that some people do not realize is a blast from the past, if. In a way, The reason this is here is because it is so small. "

Despite its smaller size instead, Apollo has in each case fans film for his affinity for the type of film is shown, whether young or old. The property, film fans and film shows are what make the Apollo Fine Arts Entertainment Center and an important place to visit in Peoria. Not only does his story stand the test of time, but the quality of films shown to give people a place to enjoy but did not realize it was there. Tarter states that often people come not knowing the theater was there. "Sometimes we assume that all the theaters closed center. Well, we are still open even if only twice a month. "Steve loves to see people enjoy the theater and that makes you proud to be involved to give new generations the opportunity to see classic films. Most of the Apollo is that everyone who is involved support through a volunteer effort, that is common to any theater, especially one of this caliber. Volunteering Steve and others who work in the Apollo is out of pure love for the theater.

In general, the Apollo Theater has a unique background of being better known in the Peoria area and the possibility remains open for future improvements. Steve Tarter, Mary Sutherland, Leiters and belief in the theater this as an alternative place to visit in central Illinois. However, the genius behind its long history is in the exquisite their stage of development, empowerment of the classic movies and the love of your volunteers is the heart of Apollo Fine Arts and Entertainment Center itself.

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LG LHB335 1100-Watt Network Blu-ray Disc Home Theater System, Black
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LG has redefined what to expect from home theater. This isn't speakers and a receiver in a box. With the LHB355 Network Blu-ray Home Theater System, you get unrivaled Blu-ray technology, out-of-this world sound and instant entertainment...all in one. More than making the most of your Full HD with Blu-ray, NetCastâ„¢ Entertainment Access lets you directly tap into instant streaming movies, music and videos direct from the Internet to your TV.

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  • Silk Dome Speaker Technology
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Enjoy Full HD 1080p and powerful 5.1 channel HD surround sound with the Sony BDV-E370 3D Blu-ray Disc Home Theater System. Minimized wait times means you can start watching your movies faster than ever. Plus, with this great system you can take your entertainment experience to the next level in 3D. You can instantly access a wide variety of movies, music and more from: Netflix, Amazon on Demand, Pandora, Slacker, and YouTube.

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  • 850W watt 5.1 channel surround sound (142Wx5+140W)
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  • 1000W Output Power
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Sony BDV-E770W Blu-ray Player Home Entertainment System [3D Compatible]
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Experience movies in full HD 1080p resolution and powerful 5.1-channel HD surround sound including wireless rear speakers with the BDV-E770W 3D Blu-ray Disc home theater system. This great system minimizes movie wait times so you can begin watching faster than ever. You can also wirelessly stream Netflix, Amazon Video on Demand, Slacker, YouTube and more.

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  • Wireless S-AIR rear speakers minimize wire clutter
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Samsung HT-C6930W 3D Blu-ray Home Theater System
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Be surrounded by superior sound with the Samsung HT-C6930W Blu-ray home theater system.

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LG LHB535 1100-Watt Network Blu-ray Disc Home Theater System, Black
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If you want to make the most out of your HD entertainment, the LHB535 Network Blu-ray Home Theater System more than delivers. Instant streaming movies, shows and music direct from your Wi-Fi connection to your TV. Full HD video and superior audio performance with Blu-ray. Crystal-clear, dazzling sound from state-of-the-art speakers. It's the total package.

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LG's NetCast Interface lets you easily access a vast array of internet content. This model comes with two tower speakers.

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  • NetCast Entertainment Access Delivers access to Netflix Instant Streaming and Pandora Internet Radio, BD-Live to access real-time extras
  • Blu-ray Disc Playback Pure HD audio, video performance with Full HD 1080p, uncompressed audio technologies, BD-Live access to real-time extras
  • Pure HD Audio Performance Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD and dts-HD Advanced Digital Audio Out technologies
  • Tower Full Size Speakers deliver broader spectrum of audio sound
  • Two HDMI Inputs Deliver convenience and all-digital quality for connecting to your high-def sources such as cable boxes and game systems
Sony BDV-E570 Blu-ray Player Home Entertainment System [3D Compatible]
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Bring your movies to life with this 3D Blu-ray Disc home theater system, which features pristine 5.1-channel surround sound and wireless streaming capabilities. Experience full HD 1080p and powerful 5.1-channel HD surround sound, and enjoy expanded entertainment options as you wirelessly stream Netflix, Amazon Video on Demand, Slacker, YouTube and more.

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  • 1000 watt, 5.1-channel surround sound system with Blu-ray Disc player
  • Enjoy Blu-ray Disc movies in Full HD 1080p, including 3D Blu-ray Discs
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The rear speakers come wireless right out of the box (no additional purchase necessary). The Blu-ray player is wireless ready, and compatible with the wireless LAN adapter DY-WL10 (sold separately).

Get your home theater going right out of the box with the Panasonic SC-BT730 home entertainment system, which includes a Blu-ray Disc player/amplifier plus a complete 5.1-channel surround sound speaker system. The Kelton subwoofer adds impact to your movies and music with dramatic deep bass, while the two tallboy front speakers add dramatic visual impact to your home theater. Additionally, this system comes with two wireless rear speakers--enabling you to cut down on the cords--plus It also features 1000 watts of total power, Panasonic's VIERA Cast streaming video, 7.1-channel virtual surround sound (from the 5.1-channel speaker set), an FM radio, SD memory card slot of medial playback, and bamboo cones in the speakers. And you'll be able to play music and video stored on your iPhone or iPod thanks to the included iPod dock. Key Features VIERA Cast: Enjoy Great Web Entertainment on Your HDTV VIERA Cast's assorted online content just keeps getting better--in addition to the popular contents such as YouTube and Picasa Web Albums, it now offers Pandora Internet Radio, movies streamed from Netflix (unlimited membership required) and Amazon Video on Demand, exciting sports from FOX Sports, and tweeting web communications with Twitter. And no PC is required. Connect to your home network via Ethernet or go wireless using an optional Wi-Fi dongle that connects to this home theater system via one of its USB ports. VIERA Cast streaming content. Wireless Rear Speaker: Smart Layout for Rear Speakers The wireless system transmits the audio signals by radio waves, so there's no need to run cables from the main unit to the rear speakers. Cinema Surround: Reproduces Realistic Movie Theater Surround Experience By using a combination of real speakers and virtual speakers, a more natural and smoother sound can be enjoyed. You'll notice the difference, especially in an action scene--you'll feel like you're sitting in the center of a true cinema theater. Advanced Bamboo Cone Speaker: Clear, Beautiful Vocals With the new bamboo cone speakers, the sound becomes much more responsive. Vocals are more pure and cleaner, and the dialog is crisper and easier to understand than ever before. Audio Return Channel: Simple Connection with HDMI Cable The SC-BT730 is compatible with a new feature of ARC (Audio Return Channel). ARC allows receiving audio signals from the TV, on top of the preexisting HDMI function of sending audio/video signals to the TV with just one cable. This new feature will simplify the connection by eliminating an audio cable connection between the TV audio output and the main unit's audio input. (ARC compatible TV is required.) Specifications Total power: 1000 watts RMS (125 x 2 for front speakers; 250W for center speaker; 125W x 2 for surround speakers; 250W for subwoofer) Dolby Digital decoder: Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital DTS decoder: DTS-HD Master Audio Essential, DTS HD High Resolution Audio, DTS DVD+R/RW/R(DL) playback formats: Video, AVCHD DVD-R/RW/R(DL) playback formats: Video, DVD-VR, AVCHD, JPEG, MP3 CD-R/RW playback formats: CD-DA, MP3, JPEG BD-RE/RE DL playback formats: BD-MV, JPEG SD memory card slot: Compatible with SD/SDHC/SDXC cards; plays AVCHD, MPET2, and JPEG media Universal Dock for iPod/iPhone: Integrated VIERA Cast: Yes Wireless LAN system: Ready (requires optional USB dongle) FM radio: Yes, with 30 presets Main unit dimensions: 2-1/8 x 16-15/16 x 11-5/16 inches (HxWxD) Connections HDMI output: 1 Digital audio input: 2 (optical) USB port: 1 (for optional Wi-Fi dongle) Ethernet: 1 Audio input: 1 (stereo minijack, 3.5mm) Speakers Front speakers (x2): 2-1/2-inch full range, cone type; 40-5/32 x 10-1/32 x 10-1/32 inches (HxWxD) Surround speakers (x2): 2-1/2-inch full range, cone type; 4-11/16 x 3-5/32 x 2-11/16 inches (HxWxD) Center speaker: 2-1/2-inch full range, cone type; 3-11/32 x 5-23/32 x 2-13/16 inches (HxWxD) Subwoofer (Kelton Type) : 6-1/2-inch woofer; 10-inch passive radiator; 12-11/16 x 7-1/8 x 13-13/16 inches (HxWxD) What's in the Box Blu-ray Disc player/amplifier, 5.1-channel surround sound speaker set (subwoofer, center channel, two tallboy front, two wireless surround), wireless speaker system digital transmitter, remote control (with batteries), speaker cables, video cable, operating instructions

Features

  • Home theater system in a box, with Blu-ray Disc player/amplifier plus 5.1-channel speaker set; 1000 watts of total power (RMS)
  • Kelton subwoofer adds dramatic deep bass; two tallboy front speakers; wireless rear speakers (with included transmitter)
  • VIERA Cast Internet streaming video and music from services including Netflix,
  • Connects to your home network via Ethernet or using optional Wi-Fi dongle (connects to USB port)
  • Plays Blu-ray discs plus full array of DVD and CD formats; SD memory card slot for playback of music, video, and photos
Sony HTS-S370 Surround Sound Home Theater System, Black
Sony HTS-S370 Surround Sound Home Theater System, Black
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Complete your entertainment experience with 5.1 channels of high-quality surround sound and 1000 watts of power with the HT-SS370 surround sound system. Connect multiple HD devices using a single HDMI cable per device and turn this great system into your entertainment hub, plus operate all your compatible BRAVIA Sync devices using one remote control. Add optional S-AIR accessories and enjoy the convenience of wireless rear speakers or multi-room streaming.

Features

  • 1000 watt, 5.1-channel surround sound system ideal for Blu-ray Disc players
  • HDMI Repeater lets you connect multiple devices and send to your HDTV with just one HDMI cable
  • BRAVIA Sync compatible for controlling multiple devices with one remote
  • Wireless S-AIR support for adding wireless speakers with multi-room capability
  • Digital media port for iPod (iPod cradle sold separately)
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