Name: LIVE ON STAGE: Steel Magnolias
Start: 2026-03-12T19:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-03-12T22:00:00-04:00
Location: 4337 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34470

You know you love it more than your luggage: The play STEEL MAGNOLIAS is live on stage March 12-29 at Ocala Civic Theatre.
In the small town of Chinquapin, Louisiana, the 1980s hair and humor are always high at the neighborhood beauty salon owned by Truvy Jones (Melody Murphy). Truvy teases hair and her friends, dishes out warm-hearted wisdom, and keeps abreast of all the latest gossip in town.
The salon is a second home to her three Saturday-morning regulars. There’s grande dame Clairee Belcher (Fran Maurino), wealthy widow of the recently deceased mayor, who isn’t about to let a little tragedy hold her back from being fabulous. There’s also cranky old Ouiser Boudreaux (Martie McLean), the resident curmudgeon, who doesn’t hold back from anything.
And then there’s M’Lynn Eatenton (Trinna Pye), whose full-time job seems to be worrying over – and squabbling with – her diabetic daughter, Shelby (Katarina Shaner). M’Lynn’s concerns are valid, but vivacious Shelby is determined to get her own way – no matter what.
On this April morning, blushing bride Shelby has a special appointment to get her hair done for her wedding that afternoon. It’s also a big day for shy young Annelle (Janéa King), who’s new in town and just been hired as Truvy’s assistant – with a mysterious past.
The newcomer soon becomes a part of the circle, and by Christmas these six ladies have a bond stronger than Aqua Net. And when they need each other most, the women come together through seasons of abiding friendship, love, and support… always extra-hold.
Make your appointment now to sit a spell at Truvy’s salon, where laughter through tears is everyone’s favorite emotion. Full of Southern sass and sweetness, this dramatic comedy by Robert Harling is a beloved classic that’s never gone out of style.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS is directed by Lynda Clark. Scenic designer is Kyle Ransbottom. Costume designer is Amanda Jones. Lighting designer is Cletus Karamon. Sound designers are Jazmine Whipple and Alexa Hall. Props designer is Tara Oathout. Stage manager is Nicole Thomas.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS is live on stage March 12-29 at Ocala Civic Theatre. There will be 15 performances: Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. The show is rated PG.
Tickets go on sale February 9 at $35-$40 for adults and $17-20 for ages 18 and younger, based on seating section, at ocalacivictheatre.com. Purchase tickets through the Civic box office in person or over the phone at (352) 236-2274, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.