IMPORTANT UPDATE The Royal Players have been affected by the recent weather which has delayed the play “She Loves Me” from opening until Friday February 16th. The performance on Thursday February 15th, is cancelled. Anyone who purchased tickets for the Thursday performance will be refunded. See the other info about this wonderful play below, and […]
Enjoy Winter Reading and Bingo with the Library Nov 20-Jan 31
The Saline County Library invites the public to participate in a winter reading Bingo challenge. Read and play a game and win prizes – that’s pretty much what it is! Get a Bingo sheet with reading missions in the squares. Mark them off as you complete them and you’ll end up earning a prize. Starting […]
Peter and the Starcatcher showtimes Sept 7-17 at the Royal Theatre downtown
The Historic Royal Theatre announces Peter and the Starcatcher, coming to the stage in 2023, sponsored by Mid-Town Plumbing and performed by the Young Players. Showtimes Showtimes are as follows: 7pm Thu Sep 7 No Fridays 7pm Sat Sep 9 2pm Sun Sep 10 7pm Thu Sep 14 No Fridays 7pm Sat Sep 16 2pm Sun […]
Royal Players & Young Players release list of 10 upcoming shows for 2023-2024 season
The Royal Players and Young Players invite the public to come to these 8 shows in the upcoming 2023-2024 season. These shows will all take place at the historic Royal Theatre downtown Benton, Arkansas. First, let’s talk about the Young Players (YP)… They are a talented and vibrant group of rising theater stars. The YP […]
Get tickets to the Royal Players production of Little Women Musical August 3th-13th
The Royal Players proudly presents Little Women: The Broadway Musical by Allan Knee, lyrics by Mindi Dickerson and music by Jason Howland. Based on Louisa May Alcott’s 1868–69 semi-autobiographical novel, it focuses on the four March sisters. There’s the traditional Meg, the wild, aspiring writer Jo, the timid Beth and the romantic Amy. They, along […]
Royal Players starts new season with Haunted Tour of the Theatre in October
The new lineup is out for The Royal Players 2023-24 season, and it features a few favorites. The Royal Haunted House will return with super scares and suspense. The Haunted House will open in October on Friday the 13th and runs until Halloween night. Wear a costume. Bring your friends. You’ll want to go again […]
Audition for roles in “Hello Dolly” on March 3rd & 4th
The Royal Players in Benton, Arkansas will host auditions for the musical “Hello Dolly.” Tom Crone will direct. Auditions will be held at Benton First United Methodist Church. The address is 200 N. Market Street Benton, AR 72015. Enter on Conway St near circle drive. Matchmaker Dolly Levi is a widow, a matchmaker, and also […]
See American Idiot Jan 5-15 in Benton – The story of 3 friends told through the music of Green Day
The Historic Royal Theatre is bringing Green Day’s American Idiot to the stage in 2023, sponsored by Arvest Bank and performed by the Young Players Second Stage. Performances are Thursdays through Sundays January 5 – 15 at 7:30 p.m. except for Sundays which begin at 2:30 p.m. The Royal Theatre is located at 111 N. […]
Play Books & Bingo with the Library Nov 21-Jan 31
The Saline County Library invites the public to participate in a winter reading challenge. It’s called Books & Bingo – which would imply you read and play a game and win prizes. That’s pretty much what it is! Get a Bingo sheet with reading missions in the squares. Mark them off as you complete them […]
Young Players fundraiser features print of Royal Theatre on glass ornament
The Young Players organization is taking orders for a Christmas Ornament. After the presale, quantities will be limited so order now to secure yours. The 2022 ornament features the Royal Theatre with A Christmas Carol on the marquee, along with the sponsor. It is a 3 ½” Glass Round Christmas Ornament and comes with a […]