Ocala Civic Theatre

Awkward nerd Aaron (James Ray Taylor III) has never been on a blind date before. Free-spirited bohemian Casey (Megan Wager) has been on way too many. What could go wrong? Well, just about everything, as these complete opposites soon discover. But when they meet for dinner, sparks fly. The evening also features imaginary guest appearances by exes, friends, and family (Hannah Brannon, Deion Bruce Howard, Vanessa Quiñones, Patrick J. Stanley, Baylor Willis), who pop into Aaron and Casey’s heads to…

AUDITIONS Monday, January 21 at 7 p.m. Tuesday, January 22 at 7 p.m. (It is only necessary to attend one night of auditions.) REHEARSALS January 28 – March 6, 2019 Monday through Friday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Ocala Civic Theatre. Please bring to auditions a list of potential conflicts with rehearsals. SHOW DATES March 7-17, 2019 Wednesdays through Sundays (11 performances) DIRECTOR: Fred Mullen STAGE MANAGER: Gregg Bleam ABOUT THE SHOW In the early 1900s, Henrietta…

She Loves Me Book by Joe Masteroff Music by Jerry Bock Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick FEBRUARY 7 – MARCH 3, 2019 This charming musical is the story you know and love from several generations of classic films: The Shop Around the Corner with Jimmy Stewart and Margaret Sullavan, In the Good Old Summertime with Judy Garland and Van Johnson, and You’ve Got Mail with Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. In this adaptation, Georg and Amalia, two bickering clerks in a…

AUDITIONS Monday, February 11 at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 12 at 7:00 p.m. (It is only necessary to attend one night of auditions.) REHEARSALS February 18 – March 27 Monday through Friday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Ocala Civic Theatre. Please bring to auditions a list of potential conflicts with rehearsals. SHOW DATES: March 28 – April 21, 2019 DIRECTOR: Chip Morris STAGE MANAGER: Virginia “Frenchie” Bisiaux ABOUT THE SHOW: And you think your job is tough:…

By Lauren Gunderson MARCH 7-17, 2019 This inspiring drama is based on the true story of astronomer Henrietta Leavitt and her female colleagues at Harvard in the early 1900s. Assigned only to map the heavens, these brilliant women weren’t allowed to touch a telescope… yet still reached for the stars.

Marion Ballet Theatre is proud to present one of the great Classical Ballets, "Giselle." Audiences will be transcended beyond today's busy world and experience an insightful and inspirational spiritual journey.   Marion Ballet Theatre presents GISELLE Friday, April 26 at 8pm Saturday, April 27 at 8pm Price: Ages 13 and over: $25 | Ages 3 through 12: $15 Ages 2 and under: Free…but a seat must be reserved – contact box office For tickets: Call Ocala Civic Theatre at (352)236-2274 or visit…

Book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa Show dates: MAY 16 – JUNE 9, 2019 The iconic TV show comes to life in a marvelously morbid musical! Wednesday Addams is all grown up and in love with an ordinary young man from Ohio. On a dark and stormy night, the future in-laws arrive at the macabre mansion to meet the “creepy and the kooky, mysterious and spooky” Addams Family: Morticia and Gomez, Pugsley, Uncle…

Join us on Saturday, June 15 for the annual Harvey Awards, Ocala Civic Theatre’s version of the Tony Awards, to celebrate the best of the 2018- 2019 season! The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a social hour, hors d’oeuvres, and cash bar, followed by the awards ceremony. Awards are given for excellence in acting, technical aspects, and volunteer service. Join us to recognize the outstanding work of our volunteers and designers! Everyone is welcome to attend the Harvey Awards.…

The Jungle Book Adapted by Vera Morris On Stage: Friday, June 21 at 7pm | Saturday, June 22 at 2pm & 7pm On Sale: May 20 Prices: Adults – $12 | Students – $6 | Marion Players – $5 Based on the novel by Rudyard Kipling, explore the well-known, exciting jungle adventures of Mowgli! With excitement and humor, the play highlights the importance of loyalty and other “human” values. Directed by: Terry LeCompte and Amanda Smith Runtime: about 1 hr…

The Jungle Book Adapted by Vera Morris On Stage: Friday, June 21 at 7pm | Saturday, June 22 at 2pm & 7pm On Sale: May 20 Prices: Adults – $12 | Students – $6 | Marion Players – $5 Based on the novel by Rudyard Kipling, explore the well-known, exciting jungle adventures of Mowgli! With excitement and humor, the play highlights the importance of loyalty and other “human” values. Directed by: Terry LeCompte and Amanda Smith Runtime: about 1 hr…

The Jungle Book Adapted by Vera Morris On Stage: Friday, June 21 at 7pm | Saturday, June 22 at 2pm & 7pm On Sale: May 20 Prices: Adults – $12 | Students – $6 | Marion Players – $5 Based on the novel by Rudyard Kipling, explore the well-known, exciting jungle adventures of Mowgli! With excitement and humor, the play highlights the importance of loyalty and other “human” values. Directed by: Terry LeCompte and Amanda Smith Runtime: about 1 hr…

Xanadu Jr. Book by Douglas Carter Beane Music and Lyrics by Jeff Lynne and John Farrar On Stage: Friday, July 12 at 7pm | Saturday, July 13 at 2pm & 7pm On Sale: June 10 Prices: Adults – $12 | Students – $6 | Marion Players – $5 A Greek muse inspires love, laughter, and the first roller disco in this 1980s glitter explosion based on the film. Hilarity on wheels, this musical is for anyone who has ever wanted…

Xanadu Jr. Book by Douglas Carter Beane Music and Lyrics by Jeff Lynne and John Farrar On Stage: Friday, July 12 at 7pm | Saturday, July 13 at 2pm & 7pm On Sale: June 10 Prices: Adults – $12 | Students – $6 | Marion Players – $5 A Greek muse inspires love, laughter, and the first roller disco in this 1980s glitter explosion based on the film. Hilarity on wheels, this musical is for anyone who has ever wanted…

Xanadu Jr. Book by Douglas Carter Beane Music and Lyrics by Jeff Lynne and John Farrar On Stage: Friday, July 12 at 7pm | Saturday, July 13 at 2pm & 7pm On Sale: June 10 Prices: Adults – $12 | Students – $6 | Marion Players – $5 A Greek muse inspires love, laughter, and the first roller disco in this 1980s glitter explosion based on the film. Hilarity on wheels, this musical is for anyone who has ever wanted…

The Servant of Two Masters Translated and adapted by Bonnie J. Monte On Stage: Friday, July 26 at 8pm | Saturday, July 27 at 2pm & 8pm Sunday, July 28 at 2pm On Sale: June 24 Prices: Adults – $20 | Subscribers – $16 | Students – $10 | Marion Players – $5 This hysterical modern adaptation of Goldoni’s classic comedy finds Clarice’s dreams of marrying her true love shattered when the man she was originally promised to, Federigo Rasponi,…

The Servant of Two Masters Translated and adapted by Bonnie J. Monte On Stage: Friday, July 26 at 8pm | Saturday, July 27 at 2pm & 8pm Sunday, July 28 at 2pm On Sale: June 24 Prices: Adults – $20 | Subscribers – $16 | Students – $10 | Marion Players – $5 This hysterical modern adaptation of Goldoni’s classic comedy finds Clarice’s dreams of marrying her true love shattered when the man she was originally promised to, Federigo Rasponi,…

The Servant of Two Masters Translated and adapted by Bonnie J. Monte On Stage: Friday, July 26 at 8pm | Saturday, July 27 at 2pm & 8pm Sunday, July 28 at 2pm On Sale: June 24 Prices: Adults – $20 | Subscribers – $16 | Students – $10 | Marion Players – $5 This hysterical modern adaptation of Goldoni’s classic comedy finds Clarice’s dreams of marrying her true love shattered when the man she was originally promised to, Federigo Rasponi,…

The Servant of Two Masters Translated and adapted by Bonnie J. Monte On Stage: Friday, July 26 at 8pm | Saturday, July 27 at 2pm & 8pm Sunday, July 28 at 2pm On Sale: June 24 Prices: Adults – $20 | Subscribers – $16 | Students – $10 | Marion Players – $5 This hysterical modern adaptation of Goldoni’s classic comedy finds Clarice’s dreams of marrying her true love shattered when the man she was originally promised to, Federigo Rasponi,…

Matilda Wormwood (Alexis Benitez) is a clever little girl – amazingly clever, in fact. As a five-year-old, she reads "A Tale of Two Cities." She starts school knowing her times tables. And as it turns out, she also possesses extraordinary magical powers. Anyone would think her parents must realize their child is one of the greatest miracles in all of England. Yet Mr. and Mrs. Wormwood (Deion Bruce Howard and Kelsey Plante) show her absolutely no love and treat her…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Matilda: The New Musical Book by Dennis Kelly Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 Matilda is a clever little girl with the extraordinary ability to move things with her mind. Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda also is mistreated by Miss Trunchbull, her school’s child-hating headmistress who lives to dream up terrible punishments. But Matilda’s teacher, sweet Miss Honey, loves her for being a bright, brave young dreamer. The kindness of just one person,…

Based on the true experiences of central Florida veterans, the touring production of the drama When the Wind Stops will be live on stage at Ocala Civic Theatre. When the Wind Stops was co-written by Katrina Ploof, the interim executive director of Ocala Civic Theatre, along with collaborators Darian Henne and Christopher Eubanks. Ploof also served as the director of the production. The play was written for and premiered at Theatre Winter Haven in 2017. Ploof and her collaborators spent…

Presented by Bits ‘N Pieces Puppy Theatre America’s GIANT Puppet Company ONSTAGE: Tuesday, December 3 at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Thursday, December 5 at 10:15 a.m. Friday, December 6 at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. PRICE:  $6 per person Have you ever seen Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre present their amazing giant puppet show? If not, you’re in luck — this year they’re back again at OCT for five performances of “Princess Thimbelina”! This colorful, glowing, imaginative musical fairytale is…

Presented by Bits ‘N Pieces Puppy Theatre America’s GIANT Puppet Company ONSTAGE: Tuesday, December 3 at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Thursday, December 5 at 10:15 a.m. Friday, December 6 at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. PRICE:  $6 per person Have you ever seen Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre present their amazing giant puppet show? If not, you’re in luck — this year they’re back again at OCT for five performances of “Princess Thimbelina”! This colorful, glowing, imaginative musical fairytale is…

Have you ever seen Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre present their amazing giant puppet show? If not, you’re in luck — this year they’re back again at OCT for five performances of “Princess Thimbelina”! This colorful, glowing, imaginative musical fairytale is an unforgettable experience. Homeschool families grades K through 3 and parents with kids at home, this is a great outing! Presented by Bits ‘N Pieces Puppy Theatre America’s GIANT Puppet Company ONSTAGE: Tuesday, December 3 at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30…

Have you ever seen Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre present their amazing giant puppet show? If not, you’re in luck — this year they’re back again at OCT for five performances of “Princess Thimbelina”! This colorful, glowing, imaginative musical fairytale is an unforgettable experience. Homeschool families grades K through 3 and parents with kids at home, this is a great outing! Presented by Bits ‘N Pieces Puppy Theatre America’s GIANT Puppet Company ONSTAGE: Tuesday, December 3 at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30…

Have you ever seen Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre present their amazing giant puppet show? If not, you’re in luck — this year they’re back again at OCT for five performances of “Princess Thimbelina”! This colorful, glowing, imaginative musical fairytale is an unforgettable experience. Homeschool families grades K through 3 and parents with kids at home, this is a great outing! Presented by Bits ‘N Pieces Puppy Theatre America’s GIANT Puppet Company ONSTAGE: Tuesday, December 3 at 10:15 a.m. and 11:30…

Ocala Civic Theatre, Inc. is pleased to present the BARBERGATORS CHORUS and the PHABULOUS PHLEGMTONES BARBERSHOP QUARTET in a HOLIDAY CONCERT, featuring a program of traditional and popular a cappella holiday music in the barbershop, doo-wop, and traditional styles. This afternoon of holiday entertainment will be live on stage at Ocala Civic Theatre! The Barbergators Chorus represents the Gainesville Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, bringing people together in fellowship and harmony to enrich lives through singing. They have been…