An Officer and a Gentleman, presented by the American Theatre Guild, will take place at the Peoria Civic Center Theatre at 7:30 pm. Tickets start at $35 and are available at the Civic Center box office, by calling 800-745-3000, all Ticketmaster outlets, or online at Ticketmaster.com

Based on the Oscar-winning film, An Officer and a Gentleman is the timeless triumph over adversity. Zack Mayo has the raw talent and strength for the US Navy’s Officer Training School, but his arrogance is out of step. Graduating from the elite program will secure Zack’s career and future, but only the brave and determined can endure the relentless commands of Drill Sergeant Foley. On his journey of self-discovery, Zack finds comfort in the arms of a strong-willed local factory worker. However, it isn’t until tragedy befalls a fellow candidate that Zack learns the importance of friendship, commitment and honor, finds the courage to be his best self and wins the heart of the woman he loves.