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The Ellis Theater in Philadelphia, MS, is the performance venue of the Congress of Country Music.

01/08/2025

🎉 A Huge Thank You to ! 🎉

We are incredibly grateful to The Cirlot Agency for their generous support of The Ellis Theater! Their partnership allows us to continue bringing unforgettable performances to our community and enriching the arts right here in Philadelphia. Because of sponsors like The Cirlot Agency, we’re able to create experiences that inspire, educate, and connect us through music and community.

Thank you for your commitment to the arts and for helping make magic happen on our stage. We couldn’t do it without you!

01/08/2025

is LIVE at The Ellis Theater on Saturday, March 8th 💫

She’s the daughter of Country Music legend Mel Tillis and multi-media artist Doris Tillis. A singer/songwriter whose compositions have been covered in Country, R&B, Bluegrass and Rock. An actor with a long list of film, TV and stage credits. Pam Tillis sidestepped any notions of nepotism and other “isms” that women in show business often face and carved out her own unique space as an entertainer.

Tillis’ 1991 debut country album, Put Yourself In My Place, went gold and yielded two No. 1 and two Top 5 singles. Her next three albums – Homeward Looking Angel, Sweetheart’s Dance and Greatest Hits, were all certified platinum. She achieved six No. 1 songs during the ‘90s Country explosion, including “Shake the Sugar Tree,” “Mi Vida Loca,” “When You Walk In The Room,” “In Between Dances,” “Don’t Tell Me What To Do,” and her signature song, “Maybe It Was Memphis.”

Grab your tickets at www.ellistheater.org ✨

01/07/2025

radio hour featuring and with author .wright is LIVE at The Ellis Theater on 2.1.25 ✨

Vasti Jackson is a force to be reckoned with in the world of the Blues. As an artist, Vasti is known for sweat-drenched, soul-ripping performances marked by some of the most stunning and innovative guitar playing in Blues today. Always on the move, Vasti's firey guitar work and stellar vocals leave a lasting impression on all that are lucky enough to see him.

Don't miss incredible story-telling, performances and more! Get your tickets now at www.ellistheater.org⚡

01/06/2025

Good morning from The Ellis Theater!

Gearing up for our first show of the year with on 1.17.25 ✨

This is sure to be a fun one! Join two old friends as they go over their musical lives that have touched so many. John McEuen, who, with Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (banjo, guitar, mandolin, fiddle, and lap steel)- is a founding member-50 years there!. And, co-founder Les Thompson, who called John in 1966 asking if he “would like to join a band.” Their music was influenced by early mentoring from Rodney Dillard, whom they saw when The Dillards first played L.A. (Orange County’s Paradox -1963!). John says “without Rodney, there would not have been a ‘Circle be Unbroken’ album!”.

With footage of early NGDB, the Will the Circle Be Unbroken recording sessions and the historic 1977 NGDB Russian trip film and photos behind John and Les running as they perform in front of it, come hear about those “L.A. ‘60’s and ‘70’s daze”. Find out how these two plied their wares on the world… and it worked!
Joining John will be Danny Knicely (guitar, mandolin, vocal), incredible on both instruments (he took 1st in both at Winfield)

And please, ask any questions when John calls for them!

Get your tickets at www.ellistheater.org✨

12/16/2024

ON SALE NOW: radio hour featuring , and author .wright is LIVE at The Ellis Theater on 2.1.25 ✨

Don't miss incredible story-telling, performances and more! Get your tickets now at www.ellistheater.org⚡

12/16/2024

Join us TODAY for performances and a reception as we celebrate breaking ground on the Museum! 🤩

Performances & Reception to follow in the Ellis Theater ✨

RSVP is required for the event. Please email [email protected]. Subject to limited seating.

12/03/2024

THIS SATURDAY 🌟 The Drifters, Cornell Gunter’s Coasters and The Platters are LIVE at The Ellis Theater 🌟

This holiday show is one the whole family will enjoy 🎄

The Drifters created the pre-Motown, heavily choreographed slickness, of Urban Pop-Soul. The Coasters (soon to become the Cornell Gunter Coasters – named after their founding member) were the premier, and perhaps the only, group combining gritty R&B with night club comedy antics. The Platters – well so much music, even then, was about love and romance (especially that of the young & unrequited variety) and that is what the Platters were all about.

11/27/2024

🎉 A Huge Thank You to Philadelphia-Neshoba County Tourism! 🎉

We are incredibly grateful to Philadelphia-Neshoba County Tourism for their generous support of The Ellis Theater! Their partnership allows us to continue bringing unforgettable performances to our community and enriching the arts right here in Philadelphia. Because of sponsors like Philadelphia-Neshoba County Tourism, we’re able to create experiences that inspire, educate, and connect us through music and community.

Thank you, Philadelphia-Neshoba County Tourism, for your commitment to the arts and for helping make magic happen on our stage. We couldn’t do it without you!

11/25/2024

Three historic groups will be LIVE at The Ellis on December 7th for an iconic holiday show - Don't miss The Drifters, Platters and Coasters ... learn about some of the rich history of The Platters below and in these amazing pictures. 🎄🌟🎅

In 1952-53, bass singer Herb Reed founded and named The Platters, later becoming a Rock n’ Roll, Vocal, and GRAMMY® Halls of Fame artist. It is the first black group to be overwhelmingly accepted on the world stage and the first to reach international superstardom (www.theplatters.com). He was the only performing vocalist who performed with the group from its inception until his death in June 2012 and who appeared on all 400+ recordings making him the only group member who performed with The Platters continuously until he died in 2012.

Seventy years after the group’s founding, The Platters live on through Reed’s legacy under the auspices of Frederick J. Balboni Jr. Reed’s hand-picked successor despite a tumultuous history spanning decades of racism and unscrupulous identity thieves in the United States and abroad that have attempted to steal its distinctiveness and make it there own.

To understand The Platters is to appreciate its rich history.

11/24/2024

So thrilled to have the amazing opening up the night for on December 14th ✨

Elizabeth Cook is a Nashville-based Singer Songwriter from Wildwood, Florida. As
a critically acclaimed live act and recording artist, the New York Times lauds her "a
sharp and surprising country singer." A veteran SiriusXM Outlaw Country Radio DJ,
hosting her own show, Apron Strings, nationwide for the last 10 years, she is also a
favorite of David Letterman, a regular performer on the Grand Ole Opry, and a
frequent guest star on Adult Swim's long-running hit cartoon series "Squidbillies"
on Cartoon Network.

In the words of the Drivin' and Cryin's legendary Kevn Kinney, "Elizabeth is so far
ahead and under the radar you better have a supercharger for that fastback if
you're going to catch up! Enjoy the ride..."

11/23/2024

Join us TODAY Saturday, November 23, 2024 for this compelling film that honors Native American history, culture, and traditions.

Doors: 3:00 PM | Show: 4:00 PM

In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music, in collaboration with the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, Philadelphia Neshoba County Tourism, and the Philadelphia Neshoba County Arts Council, is excited to present a FREE screening of Little Brother of War at the historic Ellis Theater.

Produced by 13 South Productions, Little Brother of War showcases the traditional Choctaw game of stickball, an integral part of the tribe’s heritage. The film follows two stickball players—Elijah Jimmie from Bok Cito and Casey Bigpond from Pearl River—as they prepare for and compete in the World Series Stickball tournament at the 2018 Choctaw Indian Fair. Along the way, Tribal Chief Cyrus Ben and other community leaders share personal stories, historical insights, and a deeper understanding of America’s oldest team sport.

This is a unique opportunity to experience the heart and soul of Choctaw culture on the big screen. We invite you to join us for this free, educational, and unforgettable event.

11/22/2024

Last night was SO lovely ✨ A huge thank you to our incredible staff, volunteers, security, janitorial services, caterers, runners, and helpers for their dedication, passion, and hard work that make The Ellis Theater such a welcoming and vibrant place to enjoy a show.

If you've been to The Ellis Theater, I’m sure you've seen some of these amazing people who’ve helped you find your seat, print your tickets, share the history of Philadelphia, MS, or simply greeted you with a smile. We truly couldn’t do what we do without them!

Thank you to William’s Brothers for their wonderful contribution!

Thank you to Magnolia Beverage Company, Inc. for providing the drinks aYates.Downtownorting The Ellis Theater ✨

A special thank you to Yates.Downtown for hosting us and catering that DELICIOUS spread of food! We love you!

11/22/2024

The holiday spirit is in the air and we are can't wait for Philadelphia to be filled with all the lights, parades and sweetness of holiday cheer 🪩🎅

A few things we want to make sure are on your calendar:
12.3 | MBCI Christmas Tree Lighting
12.6 | Hometown Christmas
12.7 | Drifters, Coasters, Plattters Holiday Show
12.9 | Philadelphia Christmas Parade
12.14 | Robert Earl Keen's "Lights, Camera, Christmas"

We can't wait to celebrate with you 🎄

11/21/2024

A Holiday show that EVERYONE in the family will enjoy 🎄

The Drifters, Cornell Gunter’s Coasters and The Platters LIVE on Saturday, December 7, 2024.

The Drifters created the pre-Motown, heavily choreographed slickness, of Urban Pop-Soul. The Coasters (soon to become the Cornell Gunter Coasters – named after their founding member) were the premier, and perhaps the only, group combining gritty R&B with night club comedy antics. The Platters – well so much music, even then, was about love and romance (especially that of the young & unrequited variety) and that is what the Platters were all about.

Tickets available NOW at www.ellistheater.org ✨

11/20/2024

is LIVE on Saturday, March 15, 2025.

Grab your tickets NOW at www.ellistheater.org

Frank Foster embodies musical independence at its highest level. He not only has taken the road less traveled, but the road almost never traveled. Acting as his own record label, management and publishing company, he has managed to find success that some major label artists may never find. This rural Louisiana native and former oilfield man has taken his songs from the campfire to the coliseum seemingly overnight, all the while gaining a following of fans whose loyalty is unmatched.

His musical journey started in 2011 with the release of his first album “Rowdy Reputation”. To follow that up, in the late summer of 2012, he released his second album “Red Wings and Six Strings” which debuted at #30 on the Billboard Country Charts and #1 on Billboard’s South Central U.S. Heat Seeker’s chart. Foster’s next five albums also all debuted on the Billboard Country Charts.

11/19/2024

🎉 A Huge Thank You to Our Country Star Sponsor ! 🎉

We are incredibly grateful to Magnolia Beverage Company for their generous support of The Ellis Theater! Their partnership allows us to continue bringing unforgettable performances to our community and enriching the arts right here in Philadelphia. Because of sponsors like them, we’re able to create experiences that inspire, entertain, and connect us all.

Thank you, , for your commitment to the arts and for helping make magic happen on our stage. We couldn’t do it without you!

11/19/2024

is LIVE on Friday, January 17, 2025.

Tickets available at www.ellistheater.org | Doors: 6:30 PM, Show: 7:30 PM | The Ellis Theater, Philadelphia, MS

After 50 years with Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, co-founder John McEuen stepped off the bus to bring that humorous history to life on stage with film, video, stills, music, and hot guest musicians. Coming to The Eliss Theater in Philadelphia, Miss., they cover the early music of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (Mr. Bojangles, Shelley’s Blues, House at Pooh Corner, Long Hard Road, Dance Little Jean and others). John tells, and plays – and shows on the screen behind the group – stories and music of the iconic ‘Dirt Band’. Also, the music from multi-platinum Will the Circle Be Unbroken album, (which John initiated) and the photos shot by his brother, Bill (the band’s manager and producer), are also featured. Rolling Stone says it’s “possibly the most important album to come out of Nashville”. “Circle’ is in The Grammy Hall of Fame and Library of Congress.

This multi-media show is one you won’t want to miss! Nitty Gritty Dirt Band hits, Bluegrass, and from his new album, The Newsman, John and his string wizards bring us a great evening of entertainment – hits and bluegrass – in overdrive.

McEuen (banjo, guitar, mandolin, fiddle) is joined by fellow NG DIrt Band co-founding member Les Thompson, and two other hot pickers.

11/19/2024

📽️🎉 Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a Special Film Screening!

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Congress of Country Music , together with the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, Philadelphia Neshoba County Tourism, PNC Arts Council , and 13 South Productions, is thrilled to present a FREE screening of Little Brother of War at the historic Ellis Theater!

📅 When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Where: Ellis Theater, Philadelphia, MS

Produced by 13 South Productions, Little Brother of War tells the inspiring story of the traditional Choctaw game of stickball, a sport deeply woven into the Choctaw heritage. Follow the journeys of stickball players Elijah Jimmie from Bok Cito and Casey Bigpond from Pearl River as they prepare for the World Series Stickball tournament at the 2018 Choctaw Indian Fair. Tribal Chief Cyrus Ben and other leaders share their personal insights, honoring America's oldest team sport and its cultural significance.

✨ This is a rare chance to witness the power and passion of Choctaw culture on the big screen. Don’t miss this free, educational, and memorable event!

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The holiday spirit is in the air and we are can't wait for Philadelphia to be filled with all the lights, parades and sweetness of holiday cheer 🪩🎅 A few things we want to make sure are on your calendar: 12.3 | MBCI Christmas Tree Lighting 12.6 | Hometown Christmas 12.7 | Drifters, Coasters, Plattters Holiday Show 12.9 | Philadelphia Christmas Parade 12.14 | Robert Earl Keen's "Lights, Camera, Christmas" We can't wait to celebrate with you 🎄

@pamtillis is LIVE at The Ellis Theater on Saturday, March 8th 💫 She’s the daughter of Country Music legend Mel Tillis and multi-media artist Doris Tillis. A singer/songwriter whose compositions have been covered in Country, R&B, Bluegrass and Rock. An actor with a long list of film, TV and stage credits. Pam Tillis sidestepped any notions of nepotism and other “isms” that women in show business often face and carved out her own unique space as an entertainer. Tillis’ 1991 debut country album, Put Yourself In My Place, went gold and yielded two No. 1 and two Top 5 singles. Her next three albums – Homeward Looking Angel, Sweetheart’s Dance and Greatest Hits, were all certified platinum. She achieved six No. 1 songs during the ‘90s Country explosion, including “Shake the Sugar Tree,” “Mi Vida Loca,” “When You Walk In The Room,” “In Between Dances,” “Don’t Tell Me What To Do,” and her signature song, “Maybe It Was Memphis.” Grab your tickets at www.ellistheater.org✨

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