Seymour’s Historic Owen Theatre

06/20/2025

✨ See You at the Show! ✨

The wait is almost over! The 2025 Art & Photography Show opens tomorrow, June 21st, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the YMCA.

We're thrilled to showcase the original works submitted by talented artists and photographers from Seymour and the surrounding areas. This is your chance to see the creativity flourishing in our community.

Don't miss out! Come celebrate local artists with us!

06/08/2025

We are excited to announce the 2025 Art & Photography Show! The show will take place on June 21 at the YMCA from 10-2PM.

We invite Seymour and surrounding area artists and photographers of all skill levels to submit their original works. The competition is divided into three age divisions: 12 and under, 13-17 years, and 18 years or older. 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place ribbons will be awarded in each subcategory. A grand prize will be awarded to Best in Show in the Art Category and Best in Show in the Photography category. Subcategories are listed in the official rules.

The submission acceptance period is June 10th - June 18th by 5:00 PM. Artwork can be dropped off at the Seymour YMCA Meeting Room. Registration forms can be picked up at the Seymour YMCA. A registration form MUST BE completed to drop off any artwork.
You may drop off your artwork at the YMCA Meeting Room during these hours:
• Monday - Friday: 6 AM - 8 PM
• Saturday: 8 AM - 3 PM
• Sunday: 1 PM - 4 PM

Artwork pickup will be Sunday, June 22nd, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the YMCA Meeting Room. Please contact Colin at 573-537-0027 for more information.

You can download the official rules and eligibility guidelines on our website and print out your registration form prior to submitting your artwork. We are looking forward to showcasing the incredible talent within our community!

https://www.seymourowentheatre.com/artphotoshow

06/03/2025

We've been nominated for Best Theatre in Webster County! You can vote for us everyday until the end of June. Thank you for your patronage and support!

Check it out now!

05/25/2025

The Arts Council has started their brief summer break. We generally slow down the shows at The Owen during June and July although we usually manage to work a show in during that time. We thought we would provide a list of upcoming events for the second half of the season..... A longish post but lots of info.

June 21st will mark the return of our art shows for local artists. Details will follow and also appear in the Citizen.

July 26th we will bring the group Wise Guys back. A guaranteed fun time.

August 9th we will welcome Joshua Michael and the Dirt Road Saints to our stage for the first time. We are looking forward to this.

On Friday, August 16th the Abundant Quartet will bring an evening of Gospel music. There is no admission for this show but you will be given a chance to contribute to a Love Offering.

We are working on August 23rd with a couple of groups checking schedules. We will post as soon as we firm things up.

September 20th is the tentative date for the youth talent show we had to postpone. Again, watch for further info.

On September 27th we currently have Molly Healey for an evening of magic. This date may be subject to change because Molly is committed to the Ozark Mountain Daredevils during their final year so we will definitely keep you posted.

October 11th the trio One More Dollar will take the stage. Their harmonies and musicianship is amazing and their Ozarkana take on music is a blast.

On October 25th, Mark and Cindy of The Creek Rocks will return after a few years away. They are busy all around the Missouri and Arkansas Ozarks, SDC, and they are doing a lot of work out East with some special places. They will talk about their work some that evening.

November 8th will be the Owen debut of Logan Williams. The week of November 17-22, our local Summit of the Ozarks Theater group will have the theater for another one of their sure to be excellent live productions. If you have not been, you need to check out one of their shows. The kids (and adults) do a great job.

Saturday, December 6th, the day of the community Christmas parade we will once again present some movies during the day. Admission is free and is a great opportunity for some old-fashion, family fun.

Then wrapping up our season on Saturday, December 13th Isaac Kenneth and Chelsey James will bring us another Christmas themed variety show. This will be similar to last year's with some musical guests and perhaps a bit of comedy.

As stated, keep watching this page, the pages of the Citizen, and the marquee at the front of the Owen Theatre for the latest updates.

05/14/2025

Sure many of you have seen that Larry Lee, one of the original Ozark Mountain Daredevils has passed. We are happy that we were able to host Larry and his friends, Emily Higgins and David Wilson. They played a few times as HigLeeWills and it was always a blast. Their songwriting chops were amazing and they were able to blend their three voices into beautiful hamonies. One of the songs that was guaranteed to bring down the house was when they would perform Larry's song Jackie Blue.

The second time they took the stage they had the stage set up to bring the vibe that they were playing in a living room. End table and a lamp, and a rug on the floor. What I was told was our stage might be a little too "boomy" for the fantastic single microphone they were using so Larry brought the rug. After the show, he said our stage was still a bit boomy and he gifted us the rug. It is still on the stage and is there for almost every one of our music stores. Along with him living a half-mile from my dad's home place, it is another reminder of our chance to listen and enjoy someone we believe is a national treasure.

RIP Larry Lee.........

05/13/2025

Coming up this weekend. Dave Perryman and the Country Review will bring their show to the Owen stage. Dave and company have played all over the Ozarks and do covers of various country artists. They rented the Owen a year or so back and it was very successful so we decided to book them to do a show for us. They do a great show and are highly recommended for an evening of straight-up country music. Make plans to join us Saturday, May 17th for an evening of entertainment. The doors will open at 6:00 PM, tickets are $10, and we have concessions available.

05/03/2025

A final reminder that Isaac and Chelsey will be performing at The Owen Theatre tonight. They will be accompanied by some musician friends so it will be an evening of good times and great music. It will be similar in format to the Christmas show they did back in December.

The doors to the theatre will open at 6:00 PM. Admission is $10. We will have concessions available and we have even added hotdogs to the menu.

Come out and spend a great evening with us.

04/23/2025

We are looking forward to this one. Isaac and Chelsey did a Christmas-themed variety show a few months back and it was a huge success. We wanted to try something similar again. So, here we go....The information is on the poster but as usual, doors will open at 6:00 PM and the show will commence at 7:00. Admission is $10 and we will have concessions available, even a new one or two.

04/02/2025

NOTICE: Due to scheduling conflicts we will need to postpone the Youth Talent Show scheduled for this Saturday, April 5th. It is also the young Christian’s weekend at Silver Dollar City and several of the performances will not be available. The future date will be announced shortly so keep an eye on this page.

04/02/2025

Looking ahead to the amazing shows at the Historic Owen Theatre! ✨We've got a fantastic lineup of talented artists and acts this season. Stay tuned for even more upcoming events!

Doors open at 6 PM, show starts at 7 PM, and tickets are $10, unless stated otherwise.

03/31/2025

NOTICE: Due to scheduling conflicts we will need to postpone the Youth Talent Show scheduled for this Saturday, April 5th. It is also the young Christian’s weekend at Silver Dollar City and several of the performances will not be available. The future date will be announced shortly so keep an eye on this page.

Come celebrate the incredible talent of our community's youth! This weekend, witness the passion and dedication of our young performers as they take the stage. Join us for an evening of heartwarming performances and dazzling displays of skill. Doors open at 6 PM, with the show starting at 7 PM. Enjoy tasty treats from our concessions, including hot dogs, candy, and soda. Tickets are only $10 – invest in the future and support the next generation of future artists!

03/25/2025

This Saturday, March 29th we will bring The Honkytonk Renovators back to the Owen stage. These guys put on a heckuva show and are excellent instrumentalists and singers. If you like foot stompin' music, you owe it to yourself to catch this show!

Doors open at 6PM. Show starts at 7PM. Tickets are $10.