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Ross Ragland Theater

A 501(c)(3) community performing-arts theater serving Klamath Falls since 1940 (originally the Art Deco Esquire Theater, transformed into a live-performance venue by community rescue in the 1980s). The Ragland hosts touring acts, local theater companies, classical concerts, youth programs, the Klamath Symphony, Klamath Music Festival/Showcase Series, Most Excellent Theophilus, NOIR, the annual Masquerade Education Fundraiser, and original Klamath-staged productions. Two cover features in 2025-2026 — June 2025's "Discover the Magic of Community Theater" (behind the curtain on Anastasia and the volunteer community) and January 2026's "Music, History, and Community at the Ross Ragland — Featuring Curtis Peoples" (the outgoing Executive Director's journey).

pages donated

2025, 2026

Years supported

$36,000

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People stand in a line on a theater stage, facing the audience. Stage lights are above. — Ross Ragland Theater project photo

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Cover Feature · Nonprofit Spotlight

Music, History, and Community at the Ross Ragland — Featuring Curtis Peoples

Curtis Peoples has built a life rooted in music, history, education, and service. From his early beginnings as a young musician in Texas to his leadership at the Ross Ragland Theater in Klamath Falls, his journey…

2026-01-01 By Allyssa Defillipo

Community Corner

Most Excellent Theophilus — Redeeming the Stage Through the Power of the Gospel

"Our prayer is to bring the light of Christ to the Basin during this season. What better time to share the peace and joy of Jesus than at Christmas?"— Most Excellent Theophilus Meet the Band — A Blend of Faith,…

2025-12-01 By Lindsey Doud

Community Event · Ross Ragland

NOIR — A Concert in Shadow & Seduction

Step into a smoky, sultry world where the line between truth and treachery blurs. Set against the shadowy backdrop of 1940s Los Angeles, NOIR unfolds a thrilling tale of a detective tracking a rare stolen ruby, a femme…

2025-09-01 By Nicole Trejo

Community Event · Klamath Music

Klamath Music Festival 2025 — August 23 at Ross Ragland

Music is happening in the Klamath Basin, and we invite you to come experience it LIVE. On behalf of local music nonprofit Klamath Music, join us Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the Ross Ragland Theater complex for the…

2025-08-01 By Nick Depew

Community Event · Ross Ragland

Lights, Camera, Klamath! — The Story of the Ross Ragland Theater

For almost a century, nestled in the heart of Klamath Falls, Oregon, stands a tribute to artistry, community, and resilience: The Ross Ragland Theater. A vibrant thread woven into the fabric of Southern Oregon's…

2025-06-01 By Nicole Trejo

Community Feature · Theater

Discover the Magic of Community Theater — Preparing for Anastasia at the Ross Ragland

Klamath Falls, Oregon is about to be enchanted as the local community prepares to bring the beloved story of Anastasia to life at the historic Ross Ragland Theater. As a representation of our town's cultural landscape,…

2025-06-01 By Nicole Trejo

Theater History · Anastasia

The Tale of Anastasia — Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia

Anastasia originates from the legend surrounding Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia — the youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II — who was once believed to have survived the execution of her family during the…

2025-06-01 By Klamath Living Editorial

Community Treasure · Ragland

The Ross Ragland Theater — A Community Treasure

Nestled in the heart of Klamath Falls, the Ross Ragland Theater stands as a pillar of the community — celebrated for its state-of-the-art facilities and unwavering commitment to the arts. From Movie Theater to…