Welcome to the Keokuk's Grand Theatre...Keokuk, IA

Welcome to the Keokuk's Grand Theatre. Step inside and experience the nostalgia of times past, enjoying the performances of today and feel the inspiration of the arts in action.

People of all ages enjoy the Grand Theatre by participating on the stage, attending one of the performances, taking a guided tour of the building, renting the building for events, and volunteering their time and money.

Anyone interested in renting the Grand Theatre or have questions regarding any upcoming event may contact the Grand Theatre manager Patricia Zastrow at 319 524-1026.

In December 2009

Raeann School of Dance
Christmas Benefit
Sun Dec 13 1:00, 3:00 & 7:00 p.m.

Keokuk High School
Winter Concert
Mon Dec 14 7:30 p.m.

Before the Grand was known as the Grand Theatre it was known as the Keokuk Opera House. The Keokuk Opera House was built in 1880 and was called the "new temple of amusement". According to historical documents it was by far the most pretentious structure in Keokuk and was built at a cost of $30,000 on the southwest corner of Sixth and Blondeau.

This 60 x 68 foot building had an auditorium which could accommodate more than a thousand persons. The grand entrance was 20 feet wide and the stage was the largest in the Midwest. The Keokuk Opera House later became known as the Grand Theatre and continued to be the home of the city's musical attractions..