Evening of storytelling & folk blues, last Wednesday Westerns at Ellen
The Ellen Theatre is home to just about every form of entertainment you can think of, whether live or up on the big screen. The historic downtown space is your source for the best film and stage performance in the area. The venue also houses some great musical acts, both local and those visiting Southwest Montana. Here’s a look at what’s happening on Main.
Singer/songwriter Tom Rush is set for a performance on Saturday, August 31st. Rush has enjoyed a long-running career bringing folk revival to the scene spanning over seven decades. Known for his warm, rich voice, he has been credited alongside Bob Dylan as inaugurating the first generation of singer/songwriters of their time. Following a live album celebrating the 50th anniversary of his career, Rush released the well-received Voices last year.
“Tom was not only one of my early heroes, but also one of my main influences.” – James Taylor
Tom’s shows are known for their amazing storytelling, great laughs, and passionate gritty blues. The music begins at 8pm. Reserved seats are $27.50.
Also at The Ellen, ‘Wild West Wednesdays’ give viewers the opportunity to enjoy gritty and suspenseful tales of the ol’ West with some of their favorite heroes on the big screen. The series concludes with two final frontier flicks this summer. On August 21st, The Tin Star stars Henry Fonda and Anthony Perkins. And on August 28th, Wild West Wednesdays come to a close with Clint Eastwood in 1985’s Pale Rider, the highest grossing box office western of the 1980s.
Reserved seats to these great movies are only $6. Lobby opens at 6pm ahead of a 7pm start time for all films. And series sponsor the Western Café is offering a bonus – next time you’re in for a meal, show ‘em your ticket stub and get a free beverage with your meal!
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. •