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The Rascals are a small troupe of local rural youth that under some fabulous direction, have found a

20/11/2025

Friday and Saturday are sold out! We still have a few tables left for Sunday's matinee, however. Get 'em before they're gone!

18/11/2025

We still have tables available for Saturday and Sunday's shows. Make your reservation today!

15/11/2025

Yes, the link below is a clip from a professional production of "The Play That Goes Wrong", but I promise you- you'll laugh just as hard when you come to next weekend's production at the Ellisville Opera House!
The cast is having trouble keeping a straight face as they rehearse because it's JUST SO FUNNY! They have worked diligently on this show... now they just need an audience with whom they can share it!
Trust me, you don't want to miss "THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG" November 21st-23rd. Because it's a dinner theater, you do need to make reservations (see poster below for details), but make them soon! $20 for dinner and a show! You won't get a better deal anywhere else!
Xander Fields makes his directorial debut with this production but you'd think he's a seasoned pro! The cast has amazing energy and work well as an ensemble. Please support local theater and enjoy a good meal in a unique, historic venue. You won't regret it!
https://youtu.be/DOWO4gq-whg?si=ytA8mNHtorn2s9J0

10/11/2025

Please mark your calendars now to attend the Spoon River Heritage Singers annual Holiday Concert Sunday, November 30th at 4:00 p.m. We once again have the privilege of holding our concert in the historic and beautiful Fairview Reformed Church. This venue on its own is inspirational, but the Heritage Singers and guest musicians will complete the experience with a variety of music to capture the essence of all the Christmas "feels".
As always, this is a free concert. We will take a free-will offering to benefit our local food pantries. This year even more local families are facing food insecurities. This is a great opportunity for you to reflect on your blessings while blessing others amongst us!
This afternoon I fought back tears during rehearsal. Looking out upon familiar faces-and realizing the gift of rural community is something I will never take for granted. I was recently asked once again, "Why do you stay in such a remote area? Would't it be easier in a larger town?" Yes, it would be easier at times, but what we have in our area villages and rural communities is something that can't be adequately explained... only experienced. When a farmer has crisis- other farmers come to help. When a neighbor is down on their luck, women come bearing warm meals of comfort. We celebrate each other's triumphs and we mourn one another's tragedies. We share our bests and our worsts. And yes, we know each other's "bests and worsts", too. But that is what family does and rural community is very much an extended family. If you're lucky enough to have been a part of that, you know it is gift, and isn't that what Christmas is all about?
So, come join our family- (wherever you're from-you're welcome!) and take a few moments to soak in the peace, the laughter, the innocence... the BEAUTY of CHRISTMAS!

04/11/2025

It's time to make your reservations for The Play That Goes Wrong! This show is perfect for friends and family wanting to get together and share some side-splitting laughter! A perfect holiday party to celebrate with co-workers- whatever your excuse, you won't want to miss this comedy!

Make your reservation by sending an email with your contact information, the performance you plan on attending and the number of people in your group. You'll receive a confirmation shortly after, and you can pay at the door when you attend! "Easy-peasy, lemon squeezy!"

27/10/2025

Start the holiday season off right by laughing a few pounds off! This may be the funniest play to hit the Ellisville Opera House stage!
This will be our 2nd annual dinner theater production. Reservations are required and can be made by contacting us at: [email protected].
The show will be in two acts, with the meal being charcuterie-style with generous portions, water and hot tea/coffee served with dessert.
Get the gang together for a rip-roaring show enjoyable by all ages. This will be Xander Fields directorial debut. Xander has participated in Rascals productions over the last 5 years and is thrilled to take his turn directing!
$20 for dinner and a show is hard to beat, especially at the holidays, so don't miss this opportunity! Seating is limited, so get your reservations in soon!

12/10/2025

On behalf of the Jr. Rascals, a sincere “THANK YOU!” to all who ventured to the Opera House for their production of Disney’s Jungle Book!
We are so grateful to have this full-functioning theater in our remote corner of the world! We’re equally grateful for all who volunteer their time and talents to our theater program and the upkeep of the venue.
As our wallets continue to get squeezed in this economic climate, we recognize the investment you’re making by attending our shows- and it truly is an investment! Not only in our youth and in our theater, but most importantly in our community!

Our next production will be a Dinner Theater presented our community theatre group during the weekend of November 21-23.
“The Play That Goes Wrong”, (directoral debut for Xander Fields), is a side-splitting comedy that will have you roaring with laughter. This is a “reservations only” performance, so check back here for information on ticket sales. It will be a fantastic way to start the Holiday season!

07/10/2025

The first night of tech week is for the tech personnel, and to see if things like animal ears will stay on the kids’ heads. Usually kids leave Monday night a bit subdued but the Jungle Book cast was very enthusiastic this evening… so imagine when they finally are in costumes and makeup!

It’s going to be a great show! Make sure you venture down to the opera house this weekend!

04/10/2025

NEXT WEEKEND! Please join us for a delightful show!

27/09/2025

It’s almost here! The set’s been painted, the lines are memorized and the costumes fitted. Now it’s time for you to make plans to share the magic with us October 10th-12th at the Ellisville Opera House !

The kids are so excited to share Disney’s Jungle Book (Jr. Edition) with you! Familiar songs and a delightful story that promises to captivate audiences of all ages. Mark your calendars and make plans to see the Jr. Rascals’ next production!

12/08/2025

Another great night of auditions and it's looking like an amazing cast for our fall production of Disney's "The Jungle Book" kids edition!
Miss Maya and Ms. Sue and Miss Lydia are looking forward to working with this cast! This Thursday will be the first read-through so please make every effort to be at this rehearsal. Parents be looking for an email from Maya Doran (director) this evening or early tomorrow morning with more information!
Congratulations to all who auditioned!

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