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HOW THE WORLD BEGAN Reading to Take Place at Westport Country Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2025


Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “How the World Began,” a drama probing the conflict between divine creation and evolution, and its effect on a small town. Learn how to attend.

Playhouse On Park's Stop/Time Dance Theater Announces OUR SHOW: THE STOP TIME STORY
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2025


stop/time dance theater will present OUR SHOW: The Stop/Time Story. Singing, dancing and a storyline to tug at the heartstrings and send you home filled with hope and happiness.

Previews: ART at Carriage Barn Arts Center At Waveny Park
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - January 08, 2025


Three men's friendship is strained by an all-white canvas. @metrojournalist

Sam Gravitte & More to Star in BROADWAY'S BAD BOYS at Westport Country Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2025


“Broadway’s Bad Boys,” a concert of mischievous songs made famous by musical theatre’s iconic villains, will be presented by Westport Country Playhouse for five performances only. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

The Sherman Players to Hold Auditions for DINNER WITH FRIENDS by Donald Margulies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2025


The SHERMAN PLAYERS will hold auditions for their upcoming production of DINNER WITH FRIENDS by Donald Margulies, directed by Terry Sagedy! Learn more about the production and see how to audition.

Mentalist Brian Imbus Presents MIRACLES OF THE MIND At The Mark Twain House & Museum
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2025


Internationally-renowned Mentalist Brian Imbus brings his baffling and mind-blowing evening 'Miracles of the Mind' to The Mark Twain House & Museum on Saturday, March 8 at 7pm for one show only.

AMERICAN PUPPET THEATER TODAY: The Photography of Richard Termine is Coming to The Ballard Institute
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


The Jim Henson Foundation and the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut will present a new exhibition, American Puppet Theater Today: The Photography of Richard Termine. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Celebrate Black History Month With FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE at City Youth Theater/City Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


City Youth Theater/City Stage Company will present Five Guys Named Moe, the hit musical celebrating the legendary music of Louis Jordan. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Eastbound Theatre Opens Call For Directors
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2025


Eastbound Theatre (EBT), a division of the Milford Arts Council (MAC), has issued an open “Call for Directors” to submit a proposal to direct for the 2025/26 season, which will be its 31st season. 

Eastbound Theatre To Present MY CHILDREN! MY AFRICA!
by A.A. Cristi - January 06, 2025


Eastbound Theatre, a division of the Milford Arts Council, will present the winter show of its 30th anniversary season, My Children! My Africa!written by Athol Fugard and directed by Noelle Fair.

KING JAMES to be Presented at TheaterWorks Hartford This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2025


TheaterWorks Hartford has revealed detailed for its 2024-2025 production of King James. The Connecticut premiere of this funny and moving new comedy is from the mind of Pulitzer Prize-finalist Rajiv Joseph. Learn more.

Contemporary Theater Company to Present 20th Annual 24-Hour Play Festival This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - January 04, 2025


20 years ago, iPhones hadn't been invented, Pluto was still a planet, and the intrepid actors at the newly formed Contemporary Theater Company jumped head first into their first 24-Hour Play Festival.

Free Screening of KING IN THE WILDERNESS to be Presented at Westport Country Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 03, 2025


In recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Westport Country Playhouse will present a free-of-charge screening of the Emmy Award-winning documentary film, “King in the Wilderness'. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

A.J. Croce Will Bring CROCE PLAYS CROCE to the Warner Theatre
by Stephi Wild - January 03, 2025


A.J. Croce will bring Croce Plays Croce – The Jim Croce Birthday Bash to the Warner Theatre next weekend. This evening pays tribute to the legendary Jim Croce’s catalog while showcasing A.J. Croce’s own artistry.

Madison Lyric Stage Presents Marc Deaton In WE LIVED ONLY FOR THE MUSIC: MAX LORENZ AND THE THIRD REICH
by A.A. Cristi - January 02, 2025


Madison Lyric Stage will present the return engagement of We Lived Only for the Music: Max Lorenz and the Third Reich, a one-man play with music, written and performed by international Wagnerian tenor Marc Deaton.

CITIZEN JAMES, OR THE YOUNG MAN WITHOUT A COUNTRY to be Presented at HartBeat Ensemble
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 02, 2025


HartBeat Ensemble has revealed the second production of their James Baldwin Centennial Celebration: Citizen James, or The Young Man Without a Country by playwright Kyle Bass. Learn more!

Ty & Tay Theater Will Debut With GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - January 02, 2025


The Nutmeg State's newest theater company is set to make its debut in early 2025. Ty & Tay Theater will present the recent Broadway hit Gutenberg! The Musical! at Cabaret on Main.

New Paradigm Theatre Concludes Holiday Performances; Will Present HAIRSPRAY in 2025
by Blair Ingenthron - December 28, 2024


New Paradigm Theatre (NPT) recently presented their 14th annual Holiday show at Stratford High School, bringing a festive spirit to the community. The company will next present Hairspray in 2025.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; MAGGIE at Goodspeed Musicals Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024


This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Berkshire Theatre Group Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024


This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Cast Set for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at A Contemporary Theatre of Connecticut
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 26, 2024


A.C.T. (A Contemporary Theatre) of Connecticut has revealed the cast for their upcoming production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

The Shubert Alley Cats to Play at Playhouse on Park This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 23, 2024


Celebrate the holiday season with the Shubert Alley Cats! The New Year is just around the corner, so pop the champagne, pencil in those resolutions, and cut a rug. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; Berkshire theatre group Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024


This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Goodspeed Musicals Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024


This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

CHEESE FRIES & CHILI DIPS to Run at the Lucille Lortel White Barn & Westport Country Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 21, 2024


Cheese Fries & Chili Dips, written and performed by Chris Fuller about his pursuit of a life-long dream to play on the PGA Tour while living with Bipolar Disorder, is back by popular demand in Connecticut. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.


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