Star of stage, screen, radio and TV Bob Hope spoofed detective pictures in “My Favorite Brunette,” showing on Saturday, July 28 at downtown Peoria’s nonprofit Apollo Theater.

Co-starring Dorothy Lamour, Peter Lorre and Lon Chaney Jr., the 1947 comedy revolves around a baby photographer recounting his misadventures to reporters from prison. His tale – of murder, spies, a femme fatale and other hijinx – touches on most clichés of 1940s crime movies.

The 85-minute romp also features Reginald Denny and cameos by Alan Ladd and Hope buddy Bing Crosby.

Show times at the Apollo are at 7:00 p.m. Donations are $5 and $4 for kids, students and seniors. For details call (309) 673-4343.