The Historic Ritz Theatre

06/01/2026

🎟️ Tickets Are Now On Sale! 🎟️
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the newly restored Historic Ritz Theatre as we welcome Cotta Blue to the stage on June 27.

Written and produced by Malvern native Diane Cameron Elam, Cotta Blue is an original musical inspired by the rich traditions of Mississippi Delta blues, gospel, and Southern storytelling. This powerful production celebrates music, culture, faith, and the enduring legacy of Delta artists.
✨ Plus, enjoy a special tribute honoring overlooked Mississippi Delta musicians whose contributions helped shape generations of music.
📍 Historic Ritz Theatre
🕕 Reception: 6:00 PM
🎭 Performance: 7:00 PM
📅 June 27, 2026
🎟️ Secure your seats today:
https://buytickets.at/arkansasstateuniversitythreerivers/2179973
A story. A sound. A legacy.

Cotta Blue A Theatrical Musical by Diane Cameron Elam – The Historic Ritz Theatre, Sat Jun 27, 2026 - THEATER ANNOUNCEMENT – COTTA BLUE The Malvern and surrounding community is invited to attend a special theatrical event as Cotta Blue, an original musical rooted in Mississippi Delta blues, gos...

05/31/2026

It’s almost time! Here is a sneak peek of some of the goodies that will be available at today’s shows! You can still get you tickets by following the link below!👇

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/k-pop-warriors-malvern-ar-tickets-1989111266343?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwdGRjcASJRKVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeqbU9Gy6bbORauzjAc6TPbsG45LZhrLc_fiV6YP4y6fcH2LrnlLF58JTO2Pg_aem_UNusX-YShVGQaGGF2L-ptA

05/12/2026

Yes, this is really happening!!!

KPOP Warriors brings music, dance, and nonstop fun in a family-friendly live show inspired by K-Pop.

05/06/2026

👀✨ Something unexplained is coming to The Ritz… ✨👀
Join us on Saturday, July 11 at 7PM for a one-of-a-kind LIVE experience at the Historic Ritz Theatre in Downtown Malvern!
🎙️ Unexplained America The Podcast
🗺️ Cryptids Across the Atlas
…are taking the stage for an interactive live podcast show!
If you love the mysterious, the eerie, and the unexplained—you won’t want to miss this night!
🎟️ Grab your tickets here:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/unexplainedamericathepodcast/2112040

Tag your friends who are always going down the rabbit hole with you 🐇⬇️ and make plans for a night of chills, laughs, and unforgettable stories!

04/29/2026

✨ BIG NEWS for Malvern! ✨
The Historic Ritz Theatre is officially opening its doors for event rentals — and your next unforgettable moment could happen right here on our stage. 🎭
Starting July 1, you can book the Ritz for:
🎉 Parties & celebrations
🎓 Ceremonies
🎤 Performances
💍 Weddings & receptions
…and so much more!
Ready to bring your vision to life in one of Malvern’s most iconic spaces?
👉 Start here by filling out our interest form: https://forms.office.com/r/84iXWbmqFq
📌 Please note: Submitting the form does not reserve your date. A member of our team will follow up with availability, rental fees, and next steps to officially book your event.
Spots will fill quickly — don’t miss your chance to be part of the Ritz’s next chapter. ❤️

04/22/2026

🎬 A story. A sound. A legacy.

Experience Cotta Blue on June 27 at the Historic Ritz Theatre—an original musical by Malvern native, Diane Cameron Elam, that brings the heart of the Mississippi Delta to life.
From blues to gospel, this powerful production explores identity, faith, and resilience—while honoring the voices of musicians who helped shape a genre but were never recognized.
🕕 Reception: 6:00 PM
🎭 Curtain: 7:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets available starting June 1
Be part of an evening that celebrates culture, community, and storytelling.

02/10/2026

🎩✨ What a magical night at the Historic Ritz Theatre! ✨🎩

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Josh Farley: Magic Across America. From the laughter to the jaw-dropping moments, it was an incredible evening filled with energy, excitement, and community.

It was especially meaningful to see the Historic Ritz Theatre back open and buzzing in Downtown Malvern, welcoming friends, families, and neighbors for a night of live entertainment. Moments like this remind us how special it is to have this space restored and thriving once again.

Thank you for helping us bring the Ritz back to life — and get ready, because this is just the beginning. We can’t wait to share even more events with you soon!

✨ Stay tuned for what’s coming next at the Ritz ✨

02/09/2026

🎩✨ IT’S NOT TOO LATE! ✨🎩
Magic is taking over the Historic Ritz Theatre TONIGHT 🪄
⏰ VIP Experience: 5:30 PM
🚪 Doors Open: 6:30 PM
If you’re still deciding what to do tonight — this is your sign.
Award-winning illusionist Josh Farley brings impossible magic, sharp comedy, and nonstop audience interaction that puts you right in the middle of the show.
🎟️ Tickets are still available (for now!)
🪄 Limited VIP experiences remain

👉 Grab your tickets or purchase them at the door tonight:
🔗 https://buytickets.at/arkansasstateuniversitythreerivers/2022674

02/09/2026

🎩✨ MAGIC SHOW DAY GIVEAWAY! ✨🎩

Thanks to our friends at Hurricane Creek Federal Credit Union in Benton, we’re giving away FREE tickets to tonight’s magic show at the Historic Ritz Theatre! 🎟️🪄

We’ll be giving away 2 tickets at a time all day long — and playing a little magic in the comments 👇

✨ HOW IT WORKS ✨

🪄 Comment MAGIC on this post
🎩 At random times, we’ll comment “SHOW”
🎟️ The winner will be the person who commented MAGIC directly before our SHOW comment

Then we reset and do it again until all tickets are gone!

⚠️ Important note:
Winners are determined by the comment order that appears on our end. Due to Facebook privacy settings and comment filtering, the order may look different to some users.

📣 Winners will be announced in the comments and in a separate post with full details.

🎭 Josh Farley: Magic Across America
📍 Historic Ritz Theatre
📅 Tonight!

Drop MAGIC below and see if the magic lands on you 🪄👇

02/06/2026

🎬✨ Movie Night with Meaning at the Ritz ✨🎬

Join us at the Historic Ritz Theatre this Saturday, February 7 for a special community screening of Unearthing the Dream, a powerful documentary that brings Malvern’s history to the big screen through the voices of those who lived it.

This isn’t just a film—it’s a full evening experience:
🎤 A live introduction from director Pam Uzzell
🎥 Documentary screening
💬 Post-film Q&A
🏛️ A special balcony naming announcement
🤝 Time to gather, visit, and connect afterward

Presented with support from the Henson-Benson Foundation, Unearthing the Dream honors the former students of Malvern’s Black schools and preserves an important chapter of our community’s story.