Gloria Theatre by GrandWorks

Name: Gloria Theatre by GrandWorks
Address: 216 S. Main Street, Urbana, OH, 43078, US
Telephone: +19376534853
Price range: $
Rating: 4.2

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Gloria Theatre by GrandWorks

216 S Main St, Urbana
The historic Gloria Theatre,
built in 1904 by vaudeville actor Billy Clifford.
(114)

The Gloria Theatre in downtown Urbana, Ohio is a 400+
seat, multi-purpose entertainment, business and community center owned by the GrandWorks Foundation, a community-based, non-profit organization tasked with the revitalization, operation and maintenance. Our vision is for the Urbana and Champaign County Community to own, operate and preserve the Gloria Theatre as a multi-purpose arts, entertainment and events venue for generations.

07/25/2024

A MUST-SEE on the BIG screen with BIG sound! Holding TWISTERS over for a second week so don't miss it - Showtimes: Thur. July 25 - 6:30 pm, Fri. July 26 - 7:30 pm, Sat. July 27 - 1:30, 4:30, 7:30 pm, Sun. July 28 - 2:30, 5:30 pm.

07/25/2024

We are pleased to announce Urbana has been named one of Ohio Magazine’s Best Hometowns 2024–2025! Each year, Ohio Magazine recognizes places that make our state a great place to live, work and visit. Urbana was selected in part for its welcoming downtown filled with unique shops and restaurants, how it preserves and celebrates local history, and its strong sense of community. Urbana will be one of five communities recognized in the Nov./Dec. 2024 and July/Aug. 2025 issues of Ohio Magazine.

07/23/2024

We are truly grateful for the support of the UYC's mission which is helping so many of our local youth. They are our future!

UYC received a $100,000 donation in July as part of its ongoing fundraising efforts. This contribution was a doubling down in support from the R.C. Appenzeller Family Endowment Fund of The Dayton Foundation, who previously donated $45,000 in 2023.

07/21/2024

TWISTERS debut is blowing away box office expectations.... With the film currently standing at a “fresh” 78% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a A-CinemaScore from opening day audiences it is poised to well exceed original projections.

Collider’s Jeff Ewing wrote in his review that the movie “boasts strong visuals, memorable scenes, and impressive scale alongside stellar character work from an exceptionally talented and charismatic cast.”

Nothing like seeing it on a BIG screen with BIG sound so if you haven't seen it yet, today's showtimes are at 2:30 & 5:30 pm.

07/19/2024

One TWISTERS Reviewer says that Glen Powell And Daisy Edgar-Jones Lead A Deep Fried, Barbequed, Heck of A Good Time At The Movies!

One patron said "with the big screen and big sound, this is an experience!" Don't miss this bonified summer blockbuster - next showtimes: Fri. 4:30, 7:30 pm, Sat. 1:30, 4:30, 7:30 pm, Sun. 2:30, 5:30 pm

07/18/2024

Critics Consensus: Summoning a storm of spectacle and carried along by the gale force winds of Glen Powell's charisma, TWISTERS forecast is splendid with a high chance of thrills!

Showtimes: Thur. 6:30 pm, Fri. 4:30, 7:30 pm, Sat. 1:30, 4:30, 7:30 pm, Sun. 2:30, 5:30 pm

07/17/2024

'TWISTERS' may do some damage at the box office.

The movie, a standalone sequel to the 1996 disaster epic 'Twister' is expected to generate a sizable $50 million plus when it touches down in 4,000 North American theaters this weekend.

It stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell and Anthony Ramos as storm chasers who find themselves in the fight of their lives as multiple tornadoes converge over central Oklahoma.

Showtimes: Thur. 6:30 pm, Fri. 4:30, 7:30 pm, Sat. 1:30, 4:30, 7:30 pm, Sun. 2:30, 5:30 pm

07/15/2024

TWISTERS touches down in theaters this week. A MUST SEE on the BIG screen with BIG sound to get the full experience!

For showtimes visit https://gloriatheatre.org/

07/14/2024

Final showing today of DEPICABLE ME 4 at 5:30 pm.

Come see the adorable minions in the #1 movie in the nation which has delighted adults and kids alike!

07/13/2024

A big shout out to the great crowd who showed up this afternoon to support the Champaign County Community Choir's first concert which featured some beautiful and uplifting songs! It was over too soon!

Kudos to Polly Trenor for pulling this together and directing it, as well as her excellent accompanist, Jane Martin. An extra thank you to the Henderson Land Investment Company for sponsoring.

07/13/2024

Music is in the air! Support local as the newly formed Champaign County Community Choir takes the stage at the Gloria for a short concert at 1:00 pm. Doors open at 12:30. Admission is FREE.

Sponsored by the Henderson Land Investment Company.

07/13/2024

As you enjoy all the Second Saturday festivities (July 13) in downtown Urbana, make sure and stop in at the Gloria at 1:00 pm to enjoy the "BE THE LIGHT" Choir Concert featuring the Champaign County Community Choir. Admission is FREE.

07/12/2024

Beat the heat and come inside to see DESPICABLE ME 4 - showing at the Gloria for three more days! Showtimes: Fri. 3:30, 6:30, Sat. 3:30, 6:30 and Sun. 2:30, 5:30 pm

07/11/2024

The Gloria was hopping this morning as we held tours for Graham's Elementary School Summer Program. After the tour, the kids had lunch and ice cream at the Cool Spot Urbana, Ohio and then back to the Gloria to see 'Despicable Me 4'!

Thanks for joining us and hope you come back soon!

07/10/2024

This Saturday, July 13 at 1:00 pm, come see the Champaign County Community Choir: BE THE LIGHT! concert at the Gloria.

FREE Admission. Generously sponsored by Henderson Land Investment Company.
Doors open 30 minutes before the concert.

07/10/2024

Mark your calendar as TWISTERS touches down at the Gloria on July 18... the next BIG summer movie and definitely one to see on the BIG Screen!

Over on X (formerly Twitter), critics have shared words of positivity regarding the sequel. "Twisters is a beautifully shot, heartfelt story woven into the tapestry of a good old fashioned Summer blockbuster film. It is both a compelling drama and a rip roaring adventure," wrote Jon Brown, host of "The Composer Series."

For showtimes visit https://gloriatheatre.org/

07/09/2024

Lots of fun things to do downtown Urbana so join us for the day! Check out the Champaign County Community Choir at the Gloria at 1:00. FREE Admission.

🎨🌟 Only 4 days until the July Second Saturday: Art Affair on the Square in Downtown Urbana! 🌟🎨

Join us for a day packed with creativity and live entertainment:

🎨 All Day: Gail Wilson, Live Muralist on East Court Street, presented by Snyder's Heating & Cooling

🎶 11:30 AM: Larry Lyons on the Courthouse Steps.

🎤 1:00 PM: Champaign County Community Choir Concert: BE THE LIGHT! at the Gloria Theatre by GrandWorks, free admission thanks to Henderson Land Investment.

🎸 2:00 PM: Leah Grommon on the Courthouse Steps.

🎵 4:00 PM: Kelli Campbell Trio at Urbana Brewing Co.

Don't miss this vibrant celebration of art and community! See you there! 🌟🖌️🎶

07/07/2024

'In 'Despicable Me 4' Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith, and Agnes welcome a new member to the family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run!

You may not know this but there are almost as many adults who come to see the Minions as kids! So grab family and friends and join us today for this super fun movie at 2:30 & 5:30 pm.

07/05/2024

If you haven't seen the movie slaying it at the box office - 'DESPICABLE ME 4' is back at the Gloria this Thur.12:30 pm, Fri. 3:30, 6:30, Sat. 3:30, 6:30 pm, Sun. 2:30, 5:30 pm

07/04/2024

Cool down at the movies today AND at Cool Spot Urbana, Ohio for an ice cream! Celebrate Independence Day and stay cool!

07/04/2024

'Despicable Me 4' is poised for a HUGE July 4 opening weekend at the box office and could top out near $200 million worldwide! Crowds seeing it at the Gloria today gave it a smiling "two thumbs up!"

Showtimes this weekend: Thur. July 4 - 12:30, 3:30, Fri. July 5 - 3:30, 6:30 pm, Sat. July 6 - 2:30, 5:30 pm, Sun. July 7 -2:30, 5:30 pm

07/01/2024

Calling all you MINION Fans! It's DESPICABLE ME 4 rolling into theatres Wednesday for a great holiday weekend movie!

Because it's summer we're running some different times so please always refer to our website https://gloriatheatre.org/ Showtimes:

Wed. July 3 - 12:30, 3:30, 6:30 pm

Thur. July 4 - 12:30, 3:30 pm

Fri. July 5 - 3:30, 6:30 pm

Sat. July 6 - 2:30, 5:30 pm

Sun. July 7 - 2:30, 5:30 pm

06/30/2024

Don't miss Disney & Pixar's wildly popular movie 'INSIDE OUT 2'

Final two showings at the Gloria, Sun. June 30 - 2:30 & 5:30 pm.

06/29/2024

The Summer Theater Camp youth Set Sail tonight in fine fashion with their first performance of 'A Pirate's Life for Me!' Thanks to the wonderful crowd who turned out to support the performing arts and these aspiring artists! A LOT of happy young people and proud family members tonight!

Still time to see the shows with two performances on Saturday - 3:00 & 7:00 pm. Tickets may be purchased at the box office before the show or online at https://gloriatheatre.org/ Door open 45 minutes beforehand.

06/28/2024

'A Pirate's Life for Me!' TONIGHT - 7:00 pm at the Gloria! Youoth ages 11-19 yrs old participating in Summer Theater Camp have worked hard and would love to perform to a crowd so please support these aspiring young artists!

Tickets may be purchased at the box office before the show - doors open 45 minutes ahead of time. Adult tickets - $14
Children 11 & under - $10

06/28/2024

Don't miss this opportunity to support our youth as 36 aspiring actors, singers and dancers from 14 area schools perform the swashbuckling musical 'A Pirate's Life for Me!' on the big stage at the Gloria this weekend!

Showtimes: Friday - 7:00 pm, Saturday - 3:00 & 7:00 pm. Tickets may be purchased at the box office prior to the show or online at https://gloriatheatre.org/ up to 2 hours before each showing.

06/27/2024

Not so fierce deck hands... but happy ones as they help get the theatre ready for the swashbuckling live performance of 'A Pirate's Life for Me!' this Friday & Saturday! Support youth from 14 different schools as they take to the big stage. Get tickets at the box office prior to the show or online at https://gloriatheatre.org/

06/26/2024

INSIDE OUT 2 - Showtimes today, Wednesday, June 26 - 12:30 & 3:30 pm

06/24/2024

Thanks to the MANY hundreds of folks who came to the Gloria this week to see the #1 Movie in the WORLD - 'INSIDE OUT 2' - and if you missed it, we have additional showings starting Wednesday! Wed. 12:30 & 3:30 pm, Thur. 6:30 pm, Sun. 2:30 & 5:30 pm.

Another super BUSY week coming up! We gave Tom H Jones our Marquee Man, a real challenge with trying to fit it all in! We settled on if you are coming from the South, you'll see the LIVE showings of the swashbuckling musical, 'A Pirate's Life for Me!' presented by the Summer Theater Camp youth on Fri. - 7:00 pm & Sat. - 3:00 & 7:00 pm.

As always, tickets may be purchased at the box office prior to the show or online at https://gloriatheatre.org/

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216 S. Main Street
Urbana, OH
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Telephone

+19376534853

Website

http://www.gloriatheatre.org/

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TWISTERS touches down in theaters this week. A MUST SEE on the BIG screen with BIG sound to get the full experience! For showtimes visit https://gloriatheatre.org/

'Despicable Me 4' is poised for a HUGE July 4 opening weekend at the box office and could top out near $200 million worldwide! Crowds seeing it at the Gloria today gave it a smiling "two thumbs up!" Showtimes this weekend: Thur. July 4 - 12:30, 3:30, Fri. July 5 - 3:30, 6:30 pm, Sat. July 6 - 2:30, 5:30 pm, Sun. July 7 -2:30, 5:30 pm

Sometimes the little furry characters make the biggest showing as 'The Garfield Movie' did by topping the box office last weekend! After Garfield's unexpected reunion with his long-lost father, ragged alley cat Vic, he and his canine friend Odie are forced from their perfectly pampered lives to join Vic on a risky heist. Showtimes at the Gloria this weekend: Fri. 6:30 pm, Sat. 3:30 & 6:30 pm, and Sun. 2:30 & 5:30 pm

'7 Bridges: The Ultimate EAGLES Experience' is a stunningly accurate tribute to the music of the Eagles. You don't want to miss this fantastic show Friday, June 14 at 7:30 pm - featuring one brilliant hit single after another! Tickets are selling fast ($29-$49) so don't delay - visit https://gloriatheatre.ticketspice.com/7-bridges or call the box office at 937.653.4853

On critic said, "John Krasinski’s “IF” is one of the sweetest family movies I’ve seen in several years..." The film features a star-studded cast with familiar faces such as Ryan Reynolds and John Krasinski. Steve Carrell plays Blue — a giant, purple, fluffy imaginary friend, also known as an “IF” — while the voices behind the other IFs include Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Blake Lively, Bradley Cooper and others. The film follows the journey of these imaginary friends who, having been forgotten by their children, seek companionship again. Grab friends and family this holiday weekend and come see 'IF' - Showtimes: Fri. May 24 - 7:00 pm, Sat. May 25 - 4:00 & 7:00 pm, Sun. May 26 - 2:30 & 5:30 pm, Mon. May 27 - 4:00 pm.

A stunningly accurate tribute to the music of the Eagles, '7 Bridges' uses no backing tracks or harmonizers, faithfully re-creating the experience of an Eagles concert from the band’s most prolific period with one brilliant hit single after another with some mighty Joe Walsh surprises sprinkled into the mix. Tickets are going fast so don't delay! Get tickets at https://gloriatheatre.ticketspice.com/7-bridges or call the box office at 937.653.4853

Escape into a world with Imaginary Friends in the sweet movie 'IF' - a film the entire family can enjoy! Showtimes on Sunday at 2:30 & 5:30 pm.

See the highly anticipated film 'IF' this weekend at the Gloria. Showtimes: Fri. May 17 - 7:00 pm, Sat. May 18 - 4:00 & 7:00 pm, and Sun. May 19 - 2:30 & 5:30 pm. Get tickets online at https://gloriatheatre.org/tickets or at the box office before the show.

You don't want to miss '7 Bridges' - the Ultimate Eagles Experience! The band that Rolling Stone magazine called "the best Eagles tribute band on Earth!" comes to the Gloria Theatre - Friday, June 14 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are selling fast so don't delay - get your tickets today at https://gloriatheatre.ticketspice.com/7-bridges or call 937.653.4853

Two-Time "Comedy Magician of the Year!" Chipper Lowell is bringing "The Chipper Experience!" Where COMEDY & MAGIC Collide! to the Gloria Theatre on Sunday, April 21 - 4:00 pm "Hilarious! A Crowd Pleaser!" - Los Angeles Times "Awesome! One of the coolest things we've seen!" - CBS News Get your tickets at https://gloriatheatre.ticketspice.com/the-chipper-experience or call the box office at 937.653.4853

It's called "The Chipper EXPERIENCE" for a reason. It is truly an EXPERIENCE that incorporates the FUN, the FUNNY and the MAGICAL for ages 9 to 99! Tickets on sale now for The Chipper Experience - Sunday, April 21 @ 4:00 pm at the Gloria. Tickets $17-$32 at https://gloriatheatre.ticketspice.com/the-chipper-experience

RADIO GAGA: Lady Gaga + Queen - this Vegas-style show pays tribute to the legendary rock band, Queen, and star female rocker, Lady Gaga, “together at last in the concert that never was!” A high octane, one-of-a-kind theatrical concert featuring two of the world’s most revolutionary musical icons! Coming to the Gloria Theatre on Friday, March 22 - 7:30 pm. Get tickets at https://gloriatheatre.ticketspice.com/radio-gaga

Don't miss seeing the 'Celtic Angels Ireland' on Friday, Feb. 23! With over 30 Irish traditional and contemporary tunes masterfully intertwined and performed fully live by the Trinity Ensemble, the Heavenly Celtic Angels and the Dynamic Celtic Knights Dancers, the spectacular Celtic Angels Ireland is guaranteed to entertain and delight! To purchase tickets for this show and see other concerts in the series visit https://gloriatheatre.regfox.com/stars-on-stage-landing-page or call 937.653.4853

The Chipper Experience …Where COMEDY & MAGIC Collide! Come see the Critically-acclaimed, LIVE stage show of two-time “Comedy Magician of the Year!”, Chipper Lowell! A high-energy blend of hilarious comedy, original magic, jaw-dropping mentalism, dangerous juggling stunts, surprises galore, ad-libs and improvisations that has had audiences of all ages doubled over in laughter! Coming to the Gloria on Sunday, April 21 at 4:00 pm! Get tickets at https://gloriatheatre.ticketspice.com/the-chipper-experience

An evening of Craic (fun) Ceol (music) and Traidisiún (tradition) Get swept away in the enchanting harmonies of the Celtic Angels as they present an impassioned homage to their beloved Emerald Isle. This gloriously evocative journey will captivate audiences and have them clapping their hands, wiping their tears and stamping their feet! Join us on Friday, February 23 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are available online at https://gloriatheatre.ticketspice.com/celtic-angels-ireland or call the box office at 937.653.4853.

Based on an incredible, inspiring true story, there is a reason "The Boys in the Boat" has received one of the highest audience scores in recent history with a 97% on Rotten Tomatoes. Showtimes this weekend: Fri. 7:30 pm, Sat. 4:30 & 7:30 pm, Sun. 2:30 & 5:30 pm.

It doesn't get a lot cuter than this... so brave the nasty weather and join these fine feathered friends on their wild family adventure in MIGRATION! Showtimes: Sat. 3:30 & 6:30 pm, Sun. 2:30 & 5:30 pm

The 2024 Stars on Stage Concert Series rolls out with 'Celtic Angels Ireland' on Friday, Feb. 23- featuring traditional and contemporary tunes flawlessly intertwined and performed fully live by the sublime Celtic Angels, accompanied by the powerful Celtic Knight Dancers and the masterful Trinity Ensemble! Tickets now on sale at https://gloriatheatre.ticketspice.com/celtic-angels-ireland

Their “Jazzy Little Christmas” tour has made them one of America’s top choices for a fun and joyful concert full of holiday favorites! GMA Dove Award Winners and Grammy Nominated - Ernie Haase and Signature Sound will be performing at the historic Gloria Theatre on Dec. 8 & 9. Tickets are on sale online at https://gloriatheatre.regfox.com/stars-on-stage-landing-page or call 937.653.4853 Special THANKS to our wonderful Stars on Stage Sponsors The Peoples Savings Bank Urbana * ORBIS Corporation * Bill & Gloria Creviston * Bill & Julie Creviston * Fort Washington Investment Advisors * Laurel Creviston * Lynn Creviston Shiverick * CoverLink Insurance Urbana * Phillip M. Edwards Financial Group * TDH Law * Ohio Arts Council

See the 30th anniversary re-release of HOCUS POCUS (1993) on the BIG Screen this weekend at the Gloria! This PG-rated Halloween Classic provides Frightful Fun for the entire family as Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy bring on the laughs. ALL TICKETS Just $6 and should be purchased at the box office before the show.