The Royal Players put out this special announcement about their annual Ben-Tony Awards ceremony, to be held October 15th. Here are the nominees for the coveted Ben-Tony Awards for the 2015-2016 season Royal Players. Of course, they are all very worthy (and so are many of their fellow actors who did not get nominated this […]
“Boy Hero: The Story of David O. Dodd” to Play at the Royal Theatre Oct 6-9
In honor of the 170th anniversary of the birth of David O. Dodd in 1846, the Royal Players of the historic Royal Theatre in Benton will produce a new fact-based play about Dodd. The full-length play, Boy Hero: The Story of David O. Dodd, was written by Dr. Nancy Hendricks and is being directed by […]
Young Players to Audition for “Charlie Brown Christmas” Oct 8-9
The Young Players Youth Theater are proud to announce auditions for a Charlie Brown Christmas by Charles M. Schulz. Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson. Stage Adaptation by Erin Schaeffer. Produced by special arrangement with Tams-Witmark Music Library, Inc. Auditions will be held at the Royal Theatre, 111 South Market […]
Royal Players to present “It’s a Wonderful Life” in Dec 1-4 & 8-11
The Royal Players will present “It’s a Wonderful Life” on December 1-4 and December 8-11. The play is by Doug Rand, produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. This faithful, fast-moving stage adaptation of the classic film features fluid scene changes, reasonable set requirements, and scores of beefy roles, particularly for women. It’s not only a joyful […]
“One Night Only” – a Night of Vocal Performances on Sep 24th to Benefit the Young Players
On September 24th, 2016 beginning at 7pm, the Royal Theatre will host a night of vocal performances by the Young Players and other local vocal students from the Central Arkansas area. Proceeds will fund Young Players Destination NYC in the summer of 2017, celebrating the 15th Birthday of the Young Players! Tickets are on sale […]