The Peoria Civic Center is offering a "Make-A-Mini" option for the 2010-2011 Broadway Theater Series, which features five of the best in national touring productions, including "FIDDLER ON THE ROOF," "LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL," "BLUE MAN GROUP," "GREASE" and "THE COLOR PURPLE." "SPRING AWAKENING," "BUS STOP" and "CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: DRALION" are offered as extras.

"Make-A-Mini" packages allow patrons to choose at least three of the Broadway Theater Series season shows and extras to create their own season. "Mini" patrons will also receive the same 10% discount on the five season shows that is offered to regular season ticket holders, as well as the ability to purchase individual tickets in advance of the general public for season shows and extras.

"Make-A-Mini" packages start at just $85.40 and go on sale Monday, August 2, 2010, at 10 a.m. at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, by calling 309-673-3200 or 309-680-3551 or by filling out an online order form at www.PeoriaCivicCenter.com starting August 2, 2010, at 10 a.m.

Adam Lambert will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Sunday, September 5, 2010, at 8 p.m. He will be joined by special guest Allison Iraheta. Tickets are $37 and go on sale Friday, July 16, 2010, at 10 a.m. at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at Ticketmaster.com.

Adam Lambert will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Sunday, September 5, 2010, at 8 p.m. He will be joined by special guest Allison Iraheta. Tickets are $37 and go on sale Friday, July 16, 2010, at 10 a.m. at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at Ticketmaster.com.

WorldFest 2010 will be held in the Exhibit Hall on Saturday, September 11, 2010, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission is free.

MercyMe will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Sunday, October 10, 2010, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $27.50, $34.50, $39.50 and $49.50 and go on sale Friday, July 9, 2010, at 10 a.m. at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at Ticketmaster.com.

MercyMe will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Sunday, October 10, 2010, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $27.50, $34.50, $39.50 and $49.50 and go on sale Friday, July 9, 2010, at 10 a.m. at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at Ticketmaster.com.

"Grease" will be held in the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Saturday, February 5, 2011, at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets are $39, $52 and $61 and go on sale September 13, 2010, at 10 a.m. at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at Ticketmaster.com.

The Peoria Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce the identity of their new Music Director, who will ascend the podium at the opening of the 2010-2011 season on September 18.

Maestro George Stelluto, who with the orchestra presented a thrilling concert on February 18, has been chosen to lead the PSO. Mr. Stelluto was one of seven candidates who auditioned last season, chosen from an initial field of over 250 applicants for the position.

Click here to learn more about Maestro George Stelluto.

The Mitchell "JJ" Anderson All-Star Basketball Camp will be held in the Exhibit Hall on August 10-13, 2010. The morning session runs from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., and the afternoon session runs from 1 p.m. -4 p.m. Registration is free for boys and girls ages 8-14. Registration forms are available at the Boys & Girls Club, Carver Center, Proctor Center and Community Action Agency. For additional information about the camp, contact Donna Jamison at 309-671-3900.

The Mitchell "JJ" Anderson All-Star Basketball Camp will be held in the Exhibit Hall on August 10-13, 2010. The morning session runs from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., and the afternoon session runs from 1 p.m. -4 p.m. Registration is free for boys and girls ages 8-14. Registration forms are available at the Boys & Girls Club, Carver Center, Proctor Center and Community Action Agency. For additional information about the camp, contact Donna Jamison at 309-671-3900.