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805 Broughton Street Victoria, BC Canada

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Shows at the The Royal Theatre

DATES PRODUCTION
1/2/2024 - 1/7/2024 Jesus Christ Superstar (Non-Equity) (2023)
5/10/2023 - 5/21/2023 Come From Away (2018)
7/31/2012 - 8/5/2012 Mamma Mia! (2002)

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Boston Ballet School Will Host NEXT GENERATION at Citizens Opera House
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026

Boston Ballet School will present NEXT GENERATION, a one-night-only performance featuring Boston Ballet II, Graduate Program dancers, and Professional Division students in classical and contemporary works at the Citizens Opera House.
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S ANNIE GET YOUR GUN at The Royal Theatre in Benton
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 17, 2026

There’s no business like show business, and The Royal Theatre is proving exactly that with its lively, crowd-pleasing production of Annie Get Your Gun, running now through April 19. Nestled in the heart of downtown Benton, this historic venue once again transforms into a toe-tapping Wild West spectacle, reminding audiences why this Irving Berlin classic has remained a staple of American musical theatre for decades.
Lyle Lovett Sets Small Large Band Tour Across North America
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2026

Four-time Grammy Award–winning singer, composer, and actor Lyle Lovett has announced new dates for his expansive 2026 tour, this time performing with his Small Large Band.
Review: SHREK THE MUSICAL JR at The Royal Theatre in Benton
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 2, 2026

SomeBODY once told me that Shrek The Musical Jr. would be a fun night at the theatre, but what I experienced at The Royal Theatre in Benton was a joyful, high-energy celebration of young talent, teamwork, and the kind of storytelling that reminds us all why we fell in love with theatre in the first place.
The Royal Theatre to Present Irving Berlin’s ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Gillian Blum - Mar 23, 2026

The historic Royal Theatre announced its upcoming production of Irving Berlin’s Annie Get Your Gun (Stone), the beloved classic musical featuring songs by legendary composer Irving Berlin.
KINKY BOOTS Will Come to Victoria in July
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2026

The producers of the North American tour of KINKY BOOTS, in partnership with Broadway in Victoria, have announced that single tickets go on sale March 27, 2026 at 10AM PDT. 
Feature: ARKANSAS THEATRE LOVEFEST
by Theresa Bertram - Feb 27, 2026

To finish out February, the month of LOVE, I invited you to give a shoutout to the people who make your world of theatre a better place to be — the mentors, friends, directors, teachers, business leaders, family members, and fellow artists who lifted you up, believed in you, and helped turn rehearsal rooms into places that feel like home.
Young Players Will Bring SHREK THE MUSICAL JR to The Royal Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

Young Players will stage SHREK THE MUSICAL JR, sponsored by Everett Chevrolet, at The Royal Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming production and how to get tickets here!
Review: AGATHA CHRISTIE'S MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at The Royal Theatre in Benton
by Theresa Bertram - Feb 19, 2026

From now through Sunday, February 22, The Royal Theatre invites audiences aboard a snowbound locomotive packed with secrets in Murder on the Orient Express, brought to the stage by Ken Ludwig from the legendary mystery by Agatha Christie.
Photos: THE LAST SHIP Starring Sting Opens in Amsterdam
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026

The Last Ship starring Sting opened in Amsterdam at the Royal Theatre Carré. Following this sold-out world premiere in Amsterdam, The Last Ship will next play Paris at La Seine Musicale. See photos from the opening here!
The Royal Players To Present MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS At The Royal Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2026

The Royal Players will present Murder on the Orient Express, Agatha Christie’s celebrated mystery adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig, at The Royal Theatre in historic downtown Benton.
Photos: First Look at Sting in THE LAST SHIP in Amsterdam
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2026

You can now get a first look at The Last Ship starring Sting. The Royal Theatre Carré in Amsterdam will present the world premiere of the reimagined production.
Review: DISNEY'S DESCENDANTS at The Royal Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 12, 2026

Welcome to 2026! To kick off the new year, I headed to The Royal Theatre in Benton for The Young Players’ production of DISNEY’S DESCENDANTS THE MUSICAL, directed by the amazing Justin A. Pike—and what a magical way to start the year.
Feature: Arkansas Theatre Year in Review for 2025
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 5, 2026

Young Players Second Stage At The Royal Theatre To Present DISNEY’S DESCENDANTS: THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2025

Young Players Second Stage at The Royal Theatre will present Disney’s Descendants: The Musical, a youth production based on the Disney Channel film. Performances will take place at The Royal Theatre in Benton, Arkansas.
Joy Wielkens Will Join the West End Cast of HADESTOWN
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025

Dutch actor and singer Joy Wielkens will join the critically acclaimed West End production of Hadestown as Persephone from 20 January until 8 March 2026. Learn more here!
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER: THE MUSICAL Comes To The Royal Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025

Celebrate the season at the Historic Royal Theatre as The Royal Players present The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical This funny and heartwarming musical is based on the play by Barbara Robinson.
The Royal Theatre to Present 6th Annual ROYAL HAUNTED HOUSE
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2025

The Royal Theatre will host its 6th Annual Royal Haunted House beginning October 16 and running through Halloween night. Sponsored by Arvest Bank, the haunted attraction has been recognized as Arkansas’s top haunt by ArkansasHauntedHouses.com and Haunts.com from 2021–2024.
Review: JEKYLL & HYDE THE MUSICAL at The Royal Theatre in Benton
by Theresa Bertram - Sep 18, 2025

During my time of writing reviews for The Royal Theatre in Benton, I have seen so many wonderful productions, but.... JEKYLL & HYDE: THE MUSCIAL may be my favorite! From the first time I heard Frank Wildhorn’s sweeping score, this show has held a special place in my heart, and seeing it brought to life at The Royal Theatre in Benton made that love burn even brighter.
Genoveva Productions to Present THE SELFLESS SISTER at The Producers Club Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2025

Genoveva Productions and Upbeat Performances Ltd. will present The Selfless Sister, a new play by Julia Genoveva, September 19–21, 2025, at The Producers Club Theatre in NYC.

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