About this vendor
The Lyric Theater Blue Island is a unique wedding venue located in Blue Island, IL. Established in 1917, this 12,000-square-foot theater has long been an iconic part of the town, once offering all the latest Hollywood films to starstruck moviegoers. It closed in the late 1980s but was recently fully renovated and reopened by the Garetto and Cantelo families. For both families, the theater played a role in their family history, and so bringing it back to life was a labor of love. Today, the Lyric Theater in Blue Island not only shows movies but also hosts live concerts and private events. This one-of-a-kind venue promises a celebration you'll never forget.
Some of the facilities offered by The Lyric Theater Blue Island include a 17-foot-tall screen, a large stage, and a full bar. You'll have ample space for dining and dancing at your reception, and the venue's audiovisual equipment can be used for an unforgettable night's entertainment. The Lyric's beautiful vintage exterior, combined with its modern interior, gives you the perfect blend of both aesthetics for your wedding photos.
The bar at The Lyric Theater Blue Island offers a wide selection of beers, wines, and mixed drinks, including craft beers and cocktails. The venue's friendly staff pride themselves on their customer service and will do everything possible to ensure your big day is a success. To find out more about hosting your special occasion at The Lyric Theater Blue Island, contact the team today. They'd love to chat with you about your wedding plans.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Settings
- Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Food & Catering
- Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
2-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2026.2025.
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The Lyric was a fantastic choice for our wedding! We wanted to do something a little different than a traditional sit down dinner reception and the Lyric delivered. Scott was aweso...
me to work with and went with all of my crazy ideas and accommodated them and was excited to see what we could do together! The staff was excellent the night of the wedding and was very attentive and the service was great! They even tended to our immediate families and made sure they had everything they needed. I would recommend the Lyric 100x over! We couldn't have asked for a better wedding!
The Lyric Theater was the best decision I made for our wedding! The place looked spectacular and inviting from the moment I walked in to see the venue I was impressed. I had to ha...
ve my wedding there. The event coordinator Scott walked me through everything and was very attentive to my needs throughout the process. My guests loved the food and the atmosphere of my reception. I had the perfect day. I owe it all to Scott ans his professionalism. He added details to my decor that I didn't even think of. He took my vision to the next level.
Scott and the Lyric Theater family were very professional and supportive throughout this very emotional and stressful time! Scott’s is now considered family! Thank you for making o...
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Our experience at The Lyric Theater was absolutely amazing. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel completely taken care of — every detail was handled with care and pro...
fessionalism. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how different and perfect everything was. Scott, a meticulous planner, meticulously planned the entire 14-month process. Would highly recommend this for any party or event.
We had our wedding here and could not be happier with the entire experience. From start to finish, the staff was attentive, professional, and truly invested in making our day perfe...
ct. The space itself is absolutely beautiful, elegant yet warm, and created the perfect backdrop for our celebration.
Everything ran smoothly thanks to their coordination, and our guests couldn’t stop complimenting both the venue and the overall atmosphere. The team was flexible, detail-oriented, and always quick to answer questions, which made the planning process so much less stressful.
If you’re looking for a venue that combines stunning aesthetics with outstanding service, this is the place. We are beyond grateful for the memories made here and highly recommend it to any couple planning their big day.
The Lyric Theater was the best place to host our wedding! We have been married for a month now and are still receiving compliments on the venue and how fun the wedding was. It is a...
unique venue with an outstanding staff. Scott, Mandy, and the rest of their team were so supportive on the wedding day and all the planning leading up to it. We are from out of town (southern Indiana) and Scott was very flexible in his schedule to meet with us and go over wedding schedule, details, etc. I highly recommend the Lyric Theater and can guarantee you would not regret this team and their venue!
While looking for a wedding venue, my husband and I knew that we wanted a unique space. We were recommended The Lyric Theater by a coworker and immediately fell in love. Working wi...
th Scott was the best experience we could have asked for. He was very helpful in helping us plan our wedding down to the tiniest of details and made sure the space met our expectations on the Big Day itself. The staff was very courteous, respectful, and responsive while the bartenders made sure everyone was happy. The biggest compliment that we received from our day was that the venue was amazing, everyone loved it. The Lyric Theater holds a great history within Blue Island and the restoration of it into an event/theater space is nothing but remarkable. You won't be disappointed in choosing The Lyric for your event, I promise you that!
If you are looking for a full service venue that will be unique & beautiful, look no further. The Lyric is SUCH a cool space!!! Scott was the easiest person to work with and was ...
open to any ideas that I had. The suites are perfect for the bridal party to hang out in and keep their stuff in during the day. The bartenders were awesome and there was basically never a line for a drink even with 200 people. They really made the day so stress free. The planning process was extremely easy and enjoyable. We got so many compliments from our guests as well. Cannot recommend this venue and this staff enough. A 5 star rating isn't even enough.
Our wedding day was absolutely perfect! The staff went above and beyond and made the day absolutely amazing. Scott was the event coordinator for the day and was extremely easy to t...
alk to. I would like to think that I not only am now apart of my husbands family, but also apart of the Lyric Theater family. The venue is so unique but accessible. I did have some family that have issues with walking and they did not have any issues at all when navigating the event. I cannot thank the staff and personally at the theater. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for such a perfect day. If it matters, they are also LGTBQIA+ friendly. I included some photos from the day as well.
I don’t think there are enough words to describe how wonderful The Lyric Theater and its staff was for our wedding. Scott especially made every part of the process easy and made us...
feel like we were family. The Theater is beautiful, affordable, and a place that everybody should be considering for their special day. We again cannot thank Scott, his staff, and the Lyric enough for making both of our dreams come true.
Our wedding reception at the Lyric Theater was an exceptional experience! The venue itself is unique, with a swanky modern/Deco/supper club/dinner theater atmosphere that perfectly...
set the tone for the celebration. Scott and the entire Lyric staff were professional and attentive, ensuring every detail was attended to with care. Their seamless coordination allowed the event to flow smoothly, contributing to a memorable and enjoyable evening for all. Highly recommended for any special occasion!
We worked with Scott from day 1 of selecting The Lyric Theater as our wedding venue and it was truly a match made in heaven!!! Every last detail we asked for, Scott delivered. From...
curating our own signature drinks, to requesting hanging lights, Scott made sure everything was perfect. On our actual wedding day, the entire Lyric Theater staff was phenomenal!! They were all extremely professional, kind, funny, and reliable! They ensured our wedding day went EXACTLY as planned. I cannot recommend a better venue nor staff. Furthermore, how cool is it to get married in a theater???? Our guests all said it was the most beautiful wedding they had ever been to. Do yourself a favor and book The Lyric Theater! Ask for Scott. :-)
I can not say enough amazing things about Scott and the entire Lyric staff and venue. Constant communication, everything done in a timely fashion, and whatever we wanted for the bi...
g day was accommodated. The day of was so beautiful it was better than I imagined and the amount of compliments we received for how amazing and different the venue was overwhelming. I would highly recommend The Lyric for not only a beautiful wedding but any type of function.
Everything was wonderful! The venue's retro decor was so charming! We received so many compliments from our guests who said they had a great time. Scott Arnold and the entire s...
taff were attentive and worked hard to make it a special event for us! I would definitely recommend The Lyric Theater for any event.
My wedding was everything I dreamed of and more! The Lyric theatre and their team (big kudos to Scott Arnold) ensured that I was calm and happy the entire time. I even received a c...
ute post card after my wedding with pictures of my husband and I! I will be hosting something there again some day. Maybe an anniversary party!
Contact
12952 Western Avenue, Blue Island, IL
The Lyric Theater Blue Island