Ellen presents John Ludin’s latest comedy & more family matinees
A cornerstone of Bozeman culture brings the variety this month. Downtown’s Ellen Theatre is your source for some of the area’s best big screen entertainment and stage performances. The space also houses some great musical acts, both local and those coming through town. Here’s a look at what’s happening on Main.
Sunday Family Movies continue at with 101 Dalmations (1961), screening October 6th at 2pm. This classic Disney adventure follows Dalmatian parents Pongo and Perdita as they set out to rescue their litter of puppies kidnapped by the wicked Cruella de Vil. Tickets are only $4 at the door.
Opening October 10th, the Ellen presents Woman on Stage, Man from Audience – a new comedy by John Ludin. During the middle of a performance of a one-woman show, an actress (Annabella Joy; Amy in Company, Gloria in Damn Yankees) has a chance encounter with a complete stranger in the audience. Will this distraction throw the show into complete chaos, or will the stars align in this comedy of kismet proportions?
An Emmy Award-winner, Ludin has written movies and TV series for various studios including Warner Bros., Amblin, Universal and Disney. Two earlier plays, Just Add Water (2016) and Jimmie and Pete (2018), both premiered at The Ellen.
Evening performances of Woman on Stage, Man from Audience will begin at 8pm on Oct. 10th, 11th and 19th. Sunday matinees are also set for Oct. 13th and 20th at 3pm. With a run-time of approximately 90 minutes, tickets are $18.50.
Looking ahead, Lady and the Tramp screens on Sunday, October 27th at 2pm. This 1955 romantic Disney classic features cherished tunes “Belle Notte” and Peggy Lee’s rendition of “He’s a Tramp.” Tickets are only $4 at the door.
Wine, beer, and other refreshments will be sold in the lobby one hour before all events. Ticketing and further information about these and other upcoming happenings is available at www.theellentheatre.org. For additional inquiries, call (406) 585-5885 or stop into The Ellen box office. Hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 1–3pm, as well as two hours prior to any event. •
