Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Audition Submissions for the roles of Mr. Fezziwig & Ghost of Christmas Present in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Hale Centre Theatre due by September 19



 
AUDITIONS - NOW AVAILABLE!
VIDEO SUBMISSIONS ONLY


Video Audition Deadline: Saturday, September 19th, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Callback Date: Scheduled by invitation only

Director: David Dietlein

Music Director: Lincoln Wright

More Information:  For full audition details, sides, character breakdowns, and to submit a video audition, please see below. 


AUDITION OVERVIEW
Hale Centre Theatre—Arizona is holding auditions seeking one actor for the track of ‘Mr. Fezziwig’ as well as one actor for the track of ‘Ghost of Christmas Present’ in our production of A Christmas Carol, playing November 27th to December 24th, 2026. This show will be directed by David Dietlein, music directed by Lincoln Wright, and choreographed by Cambrian James. Auditions will be video-only and close at 11:59 PM on Saturday, September 19th. Please review the submission instructions carefully below.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS
Video auditions are mandatory for all actors, as there will be no initial in-person audition. Your submission package must include:

An Introductory Slate: Including a slate with a full front and side profile view.

Vocal Selection: 16 bars of a traditional Christmas ballad of your choice.

Acting Segment: Line readings using the uploaded sides found in the Project Documents tab

VIDEO DETAILS
You may upload up to 3 video files directly from your phone or device, or you may provide links to up to 5 ‘Public’ or ‘Unlisted’ YouTube videos.

CALLBACKS
Callbacks are by invitation only and will be scheduled based on your availability.

THIS SHOW IS DOUBLE-CAST
Due to the high volume of performances within a short timeframe, this production will feature two separate casts. Please note that one ‘Mr. Fezziwig’ and one ‘Ghost of Christmas Present’ have already been cast; we are actively seeking one (1) additional actor for each of these two roles.

QUESTIONS?
We look forward to seeing your work and sincerely appreciate the time and energy you are contributing to this process! For any questions regarding video submissions, please contact Lillian Quaranta at auditions@haletheatrearizona.com.
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Cast announced for THE EXONERATED at Black Theatre Troupe

 
 

MEET THE CAST

Ken Bailes

Kerry 

Chad T. Krolczyk

Gary 

Maren Maclean

Sunny

Tony Blosser

Ensemble

Theodore C. Lott, III

Robert

Paul Perkins

David

Ryan L. Jenkins

Georgia / Ensemble 

Ken Love

Delbert

Kim Richard

Sandra / Sue / Ensemble

Seth Scott

Ensemble



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Cast announced for JUDY MOODY AND STINK: THE MAD, MAD, MAD, MAD TREASURE HUNT at Actors PLAYground Theater Company

 
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Flagstaff Shakespeare to present two Lauren M. Gunderson plays in their fall repertory: THE TAMING and A ROOM IN THE CASTLE


 

FLAGSHAKES TO PRESENT TWO LAUREN M. GUNDERSON PLAYS IN THEIR 2026 FALL REPERTORY: "THE TAMING" AND "A ROOM IN THE CASTLE"

Three actors. Two Plays. One Room.

Captivating, timely, and hilarious, THE TAMING and A ROOM IN THE CASTLE, both by the prolific Lauren Gunderson and directed by FlagShakes Artistic Director Amie Bjorklund, reimagine the women of Shakespeare offering powerful perspectives on their lives.

FlagShakes is proud to offer this unique opportunity for the community - two Lauren Gunderson productions presented in repertory!

With funding from the National Endowment for the Arts, THE TAMING will also feature an educational display created by local scholars and artists related to the US Constitution, and feature additional community engagement activities such as post-show talkbacks after select performances.

THE TAMING - “Loosely based on William Shakespeare’s THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, this witty, three-woman comedy invites audiences to laugh, listen, and recognize themselves in the chaos of democracy.”

A beauty pageant becomes an unlikely crossroads of ambition, ideology, and identity. Amid the glitter and spectacle, Katherine isn’t just competing for a crown, she's rewriting history. Smart, driven, and unapologetically bold, she dreams of reshaping American politics as fiercely as she chases the spotlight.

By forcing two political opponents into the same room, a tightly wound aide to a powerful conservative senator and an idealistic liberal blogger, each is forced to confront what they believe, what they fear, and who they might become.

A ROOM IN THE CASTLE - “A ROOM IN THE CASTLE reframes the women of Hamlet into a bold, heartbreaking, and unexpectedly funny drama filled with resilience and hope.”

Set entirely within Ophelia’s chamber, A ROOM IN THE CASTLE asks a pressing question: how does a woman endure the treacherous court of Denmark? Here, Ophelia, her loyal handmaid, and Queen Gertrude face the fallout of a volatile prince’s behavior and begin to grasp just how perilous life in the castle has become.

With sharp wit, piercing emotion, and music woven throughout, this modern-language play unfolds as a gripping, universal thriller—one that examines how women support one another through moments of crisis, what it means to mother a son slipping toward madness, and how generations bear responsibility for each other.

Performance Details:

THE TAMING: September 17 - October 4, 2026
A ROOM IN THE CASTLE: September 18 - October 3, 2026
Location: 11 S Beaver St #2, Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Tickets & More Information: Available online at flagshakes.org

Pay-What-You-Wish tickets available for each performance!

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Cast announced for OTHER DESERT CITIES at Theatre Artists Studio

 
Brooke Wyeth / Lauren Isherwood
Polly Wyeth / Debra Rich
Lyman Wyeth / Steven Mastroieni
Silda Grauman / Vicki Ronan
Trip Wyeth / Alec Melger

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Monday, September 7, 2026

Studio 3 Performing Arts Academy's Fall Break Camp!

 
NEED FALL BREAK PLANS? WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED!

School’s out, but Studio 3 is OPEN for fun!

Our Fall Break Camp gives kids ages 5–12 a full day of games, crafts, music, movement, creative activities, movies, friends & more — while giving parents an affordable, flexible option for those days off school.

8:00 AM–5:30 PM

Just $50/day or $225/week

Register for ONE day, a few days, or the whole week

Ages 5–12 / K–6th Grade

THREE camp weeks to accommodate different school district breaks!

AND CAMP HAS A PURPOSE!
Fall Break Camp is also a fundraiser for our Studio 3 students traveling to Musical Theatre Competitions of America (MTCA)! If a Studio 3 student referred you, simply list their name when you register and part of your camp tuition will go toward helping them get to competition.

Your kids get a fun place to spend Fall Break. You get a full day covered. And together, we get to support some pretty amazing young performers.

Space is limited — grab your days now!


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Cast announced for ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME: HIGH SCHOOL VERSION at Greasepaint Youth Theatre

 

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Paradise Valley Community College's 2026/2027 Season!


2026-2027 Theatre Season

Rumors 
by Neil Simon, Directed by Gary Zaro

As their tenth wedding anniversary party commences, Charlie lies bleeding in another room, and his wife Myra is nowhere in sight. The first guests, lawyer Ken Gorman and his wife Chris, scramble to get “the story” straight before the other guests arrive. As the confusions and miscommunications mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity.

October 16, 17, 23, 24 at 7:00pm | October 18, 25 at 2:00pm
$15 adults; $12 senior; $10 staff/military/alumni; $8 students; $6 child under 12


Student Shows

Each year in our Studio Theatre we have opportunities for our students to direct, design and run One Act plays.  There is always a wonderful variety and even some original works written by the directors.  Titles will be announced by October.

November 12, 13, 14 at 7:00pm | November 15 at 2:00pm
M-East Studio Theater | Paradise Valley Community College
$10 adults; $8 seniors; $8 staff/military/alumni; $6 students; $5 child under 12
At the Door Price: $2 added to all ticket prices


Zombie Prom 

Book and Lyrics by John Dempsey, Music by Dana P. Rowe, Adapted by Marc Tumminelli, and Based on a story by John Dempsey and Hugh M. Murphy

Directed by Andrea Robertson

Set in the atomic 1950’s at Enrico Fermi High, Toffee has fallen for the class bad boy, but family pressure forces her to end the romance, causing him to charge off on his motorcycle to the nuclear waste dump. He returns from the dead still wanting to graduate, but most of all he wants to take Toffee to the prom. The principal orders him to drop dead while a scandal reporter seizes on him as the freak du jour. History comes to his rescue while a tuneful selection of original songs in the style of 50s hits keeps the action rocking across the stage.

April 16, 17, 23, 24 at 7p; April 18, 25 at 2p,  Studio Theatre
$20 adults; $15 seniors; $12 staff/military/alumni; $10 students; $8 child under 12
At the Door Price: $2 added to all ticket prices


Murder Ahoy

by Craig Sodaro
Directed by Andrea Robertson

Ahoy, mystery fans! Book passage on the Titan, a cruise ship headed for the grave of the Titanic, where it hopes to bring up artifacts for auction. But when romance goes sour and the very wealthy and demanding Blake Witherspoon is murdered, a new course must be chartered. The social director tries to steer passengers back to having fun, but Tara Dawn DePue, a detective and antique dealer, decides to solve the crime. With the captain too sick to help, the audience and crew must try to find out who killed Witherspoon before the killer strikes again. Audience members stay involved throughout as they participate in a trivia contest and crossword puzzle, look for clues, bid on auctioned items, help stop a suspect from escaping and even carry a "body" offstage! 

June 18, 19, 25, 26 at 7:00pm | June 20, 27 at 2:00pm

$10 adults; $8 seniors; $8 staff/military/alumni; $6 students; $5 child under 12



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WEEK AT A GLANCE: September 7-September 13, 2026

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Sunday, September 6, 2026

Applications for SHREK THE MUSICAL at Musical Theatre Alliance of Arizona due by September 25



Call for Applications: SHREK THE MUSICAL

Rehearsals: November 1-6, 2026
Performance: November 7, 2026

Apply now to join the cast of MTAA's Showcase: SHREK THE MUSICAL! The application deadline for leads or featured roles is September 25.

Visit the link below for more information and to apply!


About MTAA
The Musical Theatre Alliance of Arizona provides a unique opportunity for theatre lovers to engage in musical performance without a large time commitment, much like a pick-up game in the world of sports. Our programs foster collaboration, allowing community members to participate in high-quality presentations of Broadway music. Through inclusive events, MTAA enables performers of all kinds to share their talents and experience the excitement of live theatre.

About Showcase
Showcase events are MTAA’s fast-paced productions that bring Broadway musicals to life in just one weekend. Designed for busy performers, these events combine minimal rehearsal with maximum impact, featuring a full cast, chorus, and orchestra. Showcase captures the magic of live theater, offering participants a chance to shine in professional-quality performances while sharing their love of musical theater with an enthusiastic audience. Every show features a brand new cast and pit orchestra!

About the Show
When a solitary ogre’s swamp is suddenly overrun by fairy tale refugees, Shrek demands his space back—only to be sent on a reluctant quest by Lord Farquaad. Joined by an overly talkative Donkey, he sets out to rescue Princess Fiona and return to the life he knows. What begins as a simple deal quickly unravels into a journey filled with surprises, complications, and shifting alliances. Based on the hit film, this stage version leans into comedy and spectacle while expanding the relationships at its core. As Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey collide in increasingly unexpected ways, the story challenges assumptions about identity, appearance, and belonging—revealing that people are rarely what the world assumes them to be.

Applications are always free; participation fee is $30. We ask for this contribution directly after casting to confirm your role/chair.

Email us at communications@theatricallyaz.org for more information.
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Arizona Musical Theatre Academy's September 2026 Classes!




TO REGISTER PLEASE EMAIL azmtacademy@gmail.com with:
STUDENTS NAME
CLASS/LEVEL YOU WISH TO ATTEND

LOCATION
PHOENIX DANCE STUDIOS
24850 N 19th Ave 
#103
Phoenix, AZ 85085


CLASSES:

BALLET FUNDAMENTALS (SEPTEMBER 13th, 20th and 27th)

TIME: 
5pm-6pm Intermediate (1+ years of ballet training)
6pm-7pm Beginning  (less then 1 year 

Ages 8 and up
COST: $20
INSTRUCTOR: LAURIE 
This class is geared toward students who are looking to improve their ballet vocabulary and focus on their technique  and ballet skills. Ballet is the BASE of any other dance practice and imperative in the Musical Theater world. Class will include a group warmup, ballet bar, across the floor and center practice. 

TAP FUNDAMENTALS (SEPTEMBER 13th, 20th and 27th)

TIME: 
5pm-6pm Beginning (1 year or less of tap training)
6pm-7pm Intermediate (1+ years of tap training)

AGES 8+
COST: $20
INSTRUCTOR: SHONN
Students will grow their tap vocabulary and focus on the clarity of their sounds and technique. Learning the popular steps found in musical theater choreography. Class will include a warmup, technique work and a short tap combo. 

MUSICAL THEATER DANCE CLASS (SEPTEMBER 13th, 20th and 27th)

TIME: 
7pm-8pm

AGES 8+
COST: $20 per class 
INSTRUCTOR: SHONN (13th), CHRIS (20th) SHONN (27th)
Students will continue to grow their dance vocabulary and stage presence as they learn a high energy musical theater combo each week. Class will consist of warmup, technique work and Musical theater combo. 

MONOLOGUE REFRESH ACTING CLASS (SEPTEMBER 13th and 20th)

*CLASS SIZE LIMITED*

TIME:
SEPTEMBER 13th
8pm-9pm
AGES 13+

SEPTEMBER 20th
8pm-9pm
AGES 8-12

COST: $40 per class
INSTRUCTOR: STEPHEN 

Ready to breathe new life into your audition material? This class helps actors revisit and refresh their monologues through deeper text analysis, stronger character choices, and personalized coaching. Whether you’re polishing a trusted piece or preparing something new, you’ll leave with greater confidence, specificity, and a monologue that feels fresh, connected, and audition-ready.
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Saturday, September 5, 2026

Emerald City Players announces their troupe of artists for their 2026/2027 Season


from our friends at Emerald City Players:

Join us in welcoming the 2026/27 Emerald City Players home.

Introducing our inaugural troupe — the artists and storytellers at the heart of our very first season.

Together, we’re stepping into our Season of Becoming:

Seeking brains.
Choosing heart.
Finding courage.
Coming home.

This is where our story begins.
Meet the Emerald City Players…

Paul Yount
Ashley Goldring
Abby Gellman
Kori Stearns
Zeke Collins 
Jamie Graves
Tyler Fleck
Shaylen Sparrow
Scott Springer 
Katie Babbit
Derek Neumann
Payson Johnson
Ryan Malikowski

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Friday, September 4, 2026

Auditions for NUNSENSE, OKLAHOMA!, DAMN YANKEES, and BRIGHT STAR at Hale Centre Theatre announced for September 26


AUDITIONS - NOW AVAILABLE!
IN-PERSON & VIDEO SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED

Video Audition Deadline: Friday, September 25th, 2026, at 11:59 PM

In-Person Auditions: By appointment only - Saturday, September 26th, 2026

Callback Date: By invitation only

Nunsense - Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Oklahoma! - Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Damn Yankees - Saturday, November 14th, 2026
Bright Star - Saturday, February 13th, 2027

Director: Cambrian James
Music Directors: Lincoln Wright (Nunsense, Damn Yankees, & Bright Star), Tyler Thompson (Oklahoma!)

More Information:  For full audition details, sides, character breakdowns, to submit a video audition, or to schedule an in-person appointment, please see below.



AUDITION OVERVIEW
Hale Centre Theatre—Arizona is thrilled to announce auditions for our upcoming series of shows, ‘Nunsense’, ‘Oklahoma!’, ‘Damn Yankees’, and ‘Bright Star’, playing at the Hale Centre Theatre in Gilbert! Auditions are open to everyone, and performers of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, and backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to audition. In-person auditions will be held on Saturday, September 26th, with video submissions due by 11:59 PM on Friday, September 25th.

SHOW DETAILS

‘Nunsense’ plays from Tuesday,  January 19, 2027 - March 23, 2027 (with possible performances on April 5th and April 6th, 2027). Performances are Monday - Tuesday at 4 PM and 7:30 PM. ‘Nunsense’ will be directed by Cambrian James with Lincoln Wright as the Music Director.

‘Oklahoma!’ plays from Thursday, February 11, 2027 - March 27, 2027. Performances are Wednesday – Saturday evenings at 7:30 PM, with select Thursday, Friday, and Saturday matinees at 4:00 PM. ‘Oklahoma!’ will be directed by Cambrian James with Tyler Thompson as the Music Director.

‘Damn Yankees’ plays from Friday, April 2, 2027 - May 8, 2027. Performances are Wednesday – Saturday evenings at 7:30 PM, with select Thursday, Friday, and Saturday matinees at 4:00 PM. ‘Damn Yankees’ will be directed by Cambrian James with Lincoln Wright as the Music Director.

‘Bright Star’ plays from Friday, July 9, 2027 - August 14, 2027. Performances are Wednesday – Saturday evenings at 7:30 PM, with select Thursday, Friday, and Saturday matinees at 4:00 PM. ‘Bright Star’ will be directed by Cambrian James with Lincoln Wright as the Music Director.


IN-PERSON AUDITIONS
In-person auditions will be held in reserved time slots on Saturday, September 26th at the theatre, located at 50 West Page Ave, Gilbert, AZ 85233. Slots must be booked in advance and are limited, so availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve your time slot, please fill out the application form for the show(s), as well as role(s) that you are interested in. Everyone will only get ONE audition slot to sing and will be required to sing 16 measures of any song of your choice – there will be no dancing for the initial auditions. 


VIDEO SUBMISSIONS

Video Submissions are also accepted! To submit, please fill out the application form and either upload your video directly or paste a "Public" or "Unlisted" YouTube link (videos marked "Private" cannot be viewed). You will be required to sing 16 measures of any song of your choice – there will be no dancing for the initial auditions. Please review the "Requirements" tab below for full video content details, formatting, and submission guidelines. The deadline for video submissions is Friday, September 25th at 11:59 PM.


CALLBACKS

Callbacks are by invitation only.
Nunsense - Saturday, October 10th, 2026

Oklahoma! - Saturday, October 24th, 2026

Damn Yankees - Saturday, November 14th, 2026

Bright Star - Saturday, February 13th, 2027


QUESTIONS?

We look forward to seeing your work and sincerely appreciate the time and energy you bring to this process! If you have any questions, please contact Lillian Quaranta at auditions@haletheatrearizona.com.
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Cast announced for TUCK EVERLASTING at Spotlight Youth Theatre

 
Jesse Tuck - Joash Benjamin Esmas
Mae Tuck - Sydney Stoneberg
Miles Tuck - Diego Arevalo
Angus Tuck - Griffin Wilbur
Winne Foster - Kinley Stratton
Man in the Yellow Suit - Torben Axman
Mother - Janella Beaver
Nana - Ella Ellis
Hugo - Liam Davenport
Constable Joe - Lucas Stevens
Carny/Ensemble/Dance Captain - Finley Wilbur
Thomas Tuck/Young Boy - Rafferty Fagan
Ensemble - Kendall Fuggatt
Ensemble - Alyza Gabbay
Ensemble - Presley Green
Ensemble - Jonathan Gutzman
Ensemble - Grace Langford
Ensemble - Kate Logan
Ensemble - Arrow Maynard
Ensemble - Valorie Nelson
Ensemble - Anibella Palmer
Ensemble - Justis Schneider
Ensemble - Vada Sorby
Ensemble - Harper Thompson

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Auditions for FREAKY FRIDAY: THE MUSICAL at Actor's Youth Theatre announced for September 12

 
FREAKY FRIDAY: THE MUSICAL — AUDITIONS! 
Are you ready to trade places and step into the world of Freaky Friday? We’re looking for talented performers ages 8–19to join our cast! 

Creative Team
Director & Music Director: Elise Stoffer
Assistant Director & Stage Manager: Liz Davidson
Choreographer: Bruce Goolsby

AUDITIONS
Life Community Church
717 W Ray Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85233

Saturday, September 12
1:00–3:30 PM

CALLBACKS
Sunday, September 13
5:30–8:30 PM

What to Prepare:
One 32-bar musical theatre vocal cut in the style of the show.

Can’t make auditions?
Submit a video audition by 9:00 PM on Friday, September 11 to mailto:boxoffice@aytaz.org with the subject line: “FREAKY FRIDAY auditions – Performer’s Name”



IMPORTANT:
All auditioners must complete the Google Form before auditions and reserve an audition time through the SignUpGenius link.



REHEARSALS
Tuesdays: 6:30–8:30 PM (as needed)
Wednesdays: 6:00–9:00 PM
Thursdays: 6:30–10:00 PM
Saturdays: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
First Rehearsal: Tuesday, September 15 | 6:00–9:00 PM

PERFORMANCES
November 12–20, 2026 at Life Community Church
Please review the full audition information, rehearsal schedule, performance dates, conflict policy, and parent expectations before auditioning. All conflicts must be listed before callbacks.
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Thursday, September 3, 2026

Don Bluth Front Row Theatre's 2027 Season!

 


SPARKLING HIGH SOCIETY COMEDY
My Man Godfrey

January 21 - February 27, 2027

by Eric K. Hatch
Directed by Van Rockwell

A sparkling, high-society satirical comedy MY MAN GODFREY serves as a hilarious critique of class, wealth, and the resilience of the human spirit during the Great Depression. When the dizzyingly wealthy, utterly chaotic Bullock family recruits a "forgotten man" from a city dump for a society scavenger hunt, they think they are winning a game. Instead, they hire Godfrey as their new butler. As Godfrey navigates the family's hilarious antics and the romantic advances of the unpredictable Irene, he secretly plots a masterpiece of poetic justice. Don't miss this beloved, fast-talking American classic that proves true nobility isn't born—it's hired! “The difference between a man and a bum is a job.” ~ Godfrey


A LOVE LETTER TO THE GOLDEN AGE OF BROADWAY
The Drowsy Chaperone
March 18 - May 1, 2027

Music & Lyrics by Lisa Lamber & Greg Morrison | Book by Bob Martin & Don McKellar

Director To Be Announced

The musical THE DROWSY CHAPERONE is a masterful, Tony Award-winning musical comedy that acts as a hilarious love letter to the Golden Age of Broadway. When a die-hard theater fan plays his favorite rare 1928 vinyl record, the fictional musical The Drowsy Chaperone bursts to life right inside his living room. What follows is an evening of pure, unadulterated theatrical joy, packed with glamorous starlets, dashing grooms, bumbling gangsters, and one incredibly tipsy chaperone. With non-stop laughs, it's a witty, fast-paced parody that pokes fun at every musical theater cliché in the book. With heart and soul, beneath the chaotic comedy lies a touching celebration of how music can rescue us from the blues. Perfect for die-hard theater lovers and first-time theatergoers alike, this show is a guaranteed evening of laughter, nostalgia, and pure escapism. Don't miss the show that New York Magazine called "The Perfect Broadway Musical!" Winner of 13 Tony's including Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score.


WORLD PREMIERE! THRILLING DETECTIVE MASTERPIECE
The Maltese Falcon
May 20 - June 26, 2027
Adapted by Amanda Schaar & Richard Baird 
from the novel by Dashiell Hammett

Directed by Cheryl Schaar

THE MALTESE FALCON is a thrilling world-premiere theatrical adaptation that breathes explosive new life into Dashiell Hammett’s definitive masterpiece of hard-boiled noir. A beautiful woman walks into a foggy San Francisco office, a partner ends up dead, and private investigator Sam Spade - the cynical, razor-sharp private eye who operates by his own lethal code of honor - is instantly thrust into a treacherous, high-stakes rat race. The prize? A statuette of a black bird worth a smooth fortune—and a trail of bodies. In this gripping tale, Spade must outwit the lethal Fat Man, the exotic sidekick, a neurotic gunman, and a breathtaking femme fatale who lies even when she tells the truth. Crackling with Hammett's legendary gritty dialogue, this stylish psychological thriller proves that in the shadows of the human heart, trust is the rarest commodity of all.


CHAOTIC ROMANTIC VICTORIAN FARCE
Charley's Aunt
July 22 - August 28, 2027

Directed by Van Rockwell

The ultimate Victorian farce! Step into a world of chaotic romance, frantic deceptions, and pure theatrical joy with Brandon Thomas’s legendary masterpiece, CHARLEY'S AUNT. Jack loves Kitty and Charley loves Amy. In need of a chaperone to woo their sweethearts, they invite the ladies to meet Charley's wealthy aunt from Brazil, "where the nuts come from". Cancelling her visit at the last minute, the millionaire aunt sends the boys into cataclysmic confusion. What do they do now? The problem is solved by drafting their feckless Oxford undergrad pal into a black satin skirt, bloomers and wig. As "Charley's Aunt", this charming frump is adored by all; but when the real aunt turns up, classic comic confusion ensues! What follows is a runaway train of mistaken identities, slamming doors, and a parade of elderly suitors aggressively chasing the fake aunt for her fortune. This Victorian farce has kept global audiences roaring with laughter for over a century. Unforgettable hilarity!


DAZZLING TIMELESS ROMANCE
Pride & Prejudice
September 16 - October 23, 2027
Adapted by Melissa Leilani Larson 
from the novel by Jane Austen

Directed by Marina Blue Jarrette

Jane Austen’s PRIDE & PREJUDICE comes to dazzling life in a fresh, vibrant new stage adaptation that captures all the sparkling wit, sharp social commentary, and swoon-worthy romance of the literary masterpiece. Finding a husband is a competitive sport in Regency England, and Mrs. Bennet is desperate to win by finding matches for her five daughters. But when the brilliant, headstrong Elizabeth Bennet meets the devastatingly wealthy—and spectacularly arrogant—Mr. Darcy, their explosive clash of egos sets off the ultimate battle of wits. In a world governed by strict etiquette and high-society gossip, can they overcome their own blind spots to find true love? Despite his pride and her prejudice—or is it her pride, and his prejudice?—Elizabeth and Darcy can’t seem to avoid each other’s company. Brought together by a series of events beyond their control, both must reconsider their first impressions. Bursting with sharp banter, a colorful gallery of iconic characters, and Austen's signature humor, this joyful new adaptation proves that love always triumphs, even when pride and prejudice stand in the way.


BELOVED ANNUAL HOLIDAY CLASSIC
It's A Wonderful Life
November 18 - December 23, 2027
Based on the film by Frank Capra which is based on the 1943 short story "The Greatest Gift" by Philip Van Doren Stern

Directed by Cheryl Schaar

The beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life on the DBFRT stage. Based on the 1946 Frank Capra film, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds one fateful Christmas Eve. George is the Everyman from the small town of Bedford Falls, whose childhood dreams of escape and adventure have been quashed by family obligation and civic duty. His guardian angel Clarence descends on Christmas Eve to save him from despair and to remind him—by showing what the world would have been like had he never been born—that his has been, after all, a wonderful life. Filled with iconic characters Mary Hatch, Mr. Potter, Uncle Billy, Violet Bick, Bert the Copy, Ernie the Cabbie, the Bailey Family and all the residents in Bedford Falls, this theatrically staged adaptation overflows with warmth, humor, and Christmas joy. 

Awards, Accolades

DBFRT has won the 2017/18 ariZoni Awards for Best Play and Best Direction of a Play (Cheryl Schaar); and dozens of ariZoni Award Nominations in the past 5 years. The 1947 Frank Capra film starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed is now considered to be one of the greatest films of all time and among the best Christmas films. It has been recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the 100 best American films ever made.


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