THEATRELIVESHERE

Ennis is home to a pair of local theater organizations. Both present six productions a year and offer other entertainment on their respective stages. Ennis residents and those in the area are provided some great shows at Ennis Public Theatre and Theatre Rocks! Plus, they can even audition for a chance to be part of a production.

Theatre Rocks! Under Rhotens’ leadership

Founded in 2013, Theatre Rocks! Is a very popular venue for live plays. An intimate atmosphere with seating for approximately 75, the talent you’ll find is big and productions are unique and well-performed featuring local amateurs working alongside well-trained actors.

Theatre Rocks has produced a number of well-known hits, from “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” by Tennessee Williams to Sam Shepard’s “True West” and “12 Angry Men.”

Bill Rhoten, artistic director, and Suzanne Rhoten, executive director, have teamed together in Dallas area performing arts for well over 30 years and have been active in both producing and directing in Ennis since 2002.

Located just three blocks north of downtown at 505 NW Main Street, visit TheatreRocks.com or their Facebook page or call 972-878-5126 for additional info.

Ennis Public Theatre, an Ennis Treasure

An extraordinary find in Ellis County is the live drama productions available year-round as delivered by the Ennis Public Theatre. With over a decade of plays under their belt, EPT produces superb live entertainment at a reasonable cost.

Part of the Main Street revitalization program in Ennis, EPT is located in their downtown digs at 113 N. Dallas St., where the atmosphere and amenities are outstanding.

The theatre delights audiences of all ages with laughout-loud comedies, heart-warming dramas, lively musicals and a fantastic Young Artists Program.

A married tandem, Julie Mitchell and Markus Baldwin, serve as overall artistic directors. Dakota Russell is the house manager, while Karen Blewitt is the business manager and Brett Schmidt is responsible for community outreach. The theatre group is supported by a great board of directors and a receptive community.

For more information, a list of their shows as well as access to tickets call 972-878-PLAY or visit their website www.ennispublictheatre.com.