The Civic

Ocala Civic Theatre is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) community theatre serving Ocala and North Central Florida. Based at the Appleton Cultural Center, the theatre presents live productions and offers tickets, season subscriptions, group sales, and event information through its calendar. Groups of 10 or more can access advance purchasing and ticket discounts, with additional benefits for larger groups. The Civic also supports community participation through auditions, volunteering, and learning opportunities, and its spaces are available for rentals.

Beyond its stage productions, Ocala Civic Theatre connects with local audiences through Encores!, a volunteer performance group of people ages 16 and older. The group travels around Marion County with comedy and musical programs, which can be tailored for an audience and are offered at no charge to nonprofit organizations. The theatre is also supported by Ovations, a volunteer-driven fundraising organization that contributes to programs, scholarships, equipment, and building improvements. Ovations operates The Gift Box in the theatre lobby, selling theatre-themed and Civic-branded merchandise alongside jewelry by local artists.