The Young Players theatre group invites the public to audition for to Audition for Seussical Jr., a musical production based on the works of Dr Seuss. Sign up for an audition time on November 16th, between 10 AM – 5 PM. They auditions will be at Benton First United Methodist Church at 200 North Market […]
See Matilda at the Royal Theatre, Sept 5-15
The Historic Royal Theatre is excited to bring ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL to the stage in 2024, sponsored by Everett Buick GMC, and performed by the Young Players. READ BELOW FOR DETAILS & TICKETS The Story: Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence, and psychokinetic powers. She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her […]
The Young Players Announce an Incredibly Entertaining 2024-2025 Season
The Young Players (YP) announce the upcoming 2024-25 season, kicking off in September! With two Broadway Junior shows and three full-length productions, there is something for everyone! The Young Players season kicks off with Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical in September, 2024. Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s […]
See The Hunchback of Notre Dame at the Royal Theatre August 8-18
The Historic Royal Theatre presents the Royal Players in their production of the musical, The Hunchback of Notre Dame. This production, is made possible by a sponsorship with Midtown Plumbing. Special thanks to the Benton A&P Commission as well for their support. READ BELOW FOR DETAILS & TICKETS The Story: The musical The Hunchback of […]
The Young Players will perform Sister Act Jr at Royal Theatre July 11-21
The Historic Royal Theatre proudly presents the Young Players in their “divine” production of Sister Act JR. This production, made possible by our sponsorship with Everett Buick GMC, will open July 2024. The musical tells the story of Deloris Van Cartier, a high-spirited aspiring singer, who witnesses a murder and is forced to enter the Queen of […]
Spongebob the Musical coming to the Royal Theatre June 13-23
The Royal Theatre in downtown Benton presents SpongeBob SquarePants the Musical, coming on select days June 13th through 23rd. Sponsored by McCombs Medical, this is a full-length musical comedy that will entertain and delight the whole family. When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano is going to erupt and it will destroy […]
Award-winning charmer “She Loves Me” coming to the Royal Theatre Feb 16-25
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 […]
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 […]
Support the Royal Theatre with the benefits of membership
You can become a part of the Royal Theatre’s future by supporting your community and performance art in Saline County. Choose individual or family membership The annual fee for a family is $40 and you will receive 2 complimentary passes and 2 votes at any called membership meeting. Individuals are $20 annually and receive 1 […]