Connecticut Theatre Newsroom

It’s finally summer break! The sun is shining, the weather is warm, and the vibes are immaculate. Most people see this as a time to relax and get a break from school (which is the case for me as well). However, summer vacation also brings other responsibilities. I still make time to have fun, but most of my days are spent working at my part-time job. I work at a retail store, and while it can get exhausting at times, I enjoy it overall. It’s taught me a lot about the professional world, and most importantly, about myself.

Music Theatre of Connecticut has announced the return of its summer performance series, MTC’s Hot Summer Nights.

Ivoryton Playhouse has announced the upcoming production of 'Mystic Pizza: The Musical,' a new addition to its 2024 season lineup and the first-ever production of this new musical in Connecticut!

Madison Lyric Stage, a professional non-profit theater company, will present the beloved musical comedy The Fantasticks, July 12-28.  With its heartwarming story and unforgettable music, this romantic charmer by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt has been entertaining audiences for generations. 

Musicals at Richter in Danbury, Connecticut, will celebrate its 40th season with an outdoor benefit event on June 21.

Goodspeed Musicals will welcome Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific on Friday, June 14, as its second production of the 2024 season. Purchase tickets now!

Now on stage: 2.5 Minute Ride

Watch a trailer for Lisa Kron's 2.5 Minute Ride, running at Hartford Stage through June 23, 2024!

A special one night only sneak peek preview of the second season of Divine Renovation will take place at the landmark Warner Theatre in Torrington, Connecticut. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Get a first look at Kinky Boots at ACT of Connecticut, now on stage through June 16th, 2024.

Playhouse on Park will host a panel discussion in conjunction with the Connecticut Premiere of Lydia R. Diamond’s TONI STONE on Tuesday, June 11th, 2024.

Westport Country Playhouse presents a Script in Hand playreading of the political satire THE OUTSIDER on Monday, June 10.

Westport Country Playhouse will present Isaac Mizrahi, “Project Runway: All Stars” judge and Broadway performer, in “Isaac Mizrahi: Live in Concert,” on Saturday, June 15, at 8 p.m.

Westport Country Playhouse will present a screening of the award-winning documentary, “When My Sleeping Dragon Woke,” based on the childhood of Sharon Washington, veteran actor and 2023 Tony-nominated playwright for “New York, New York,” on Friday, June 14 at 7 p.m.

International Festival of Arts and Ideas will present world premiere of Compagnia de' Colombari's KING LEAR, beginning Friday, June 14 at 8 p.m. at the University Theatre.

Experience the new immersive audio-visual show, LUMARIA, at The Warner Theatre in Torrington.

Watch as Danielle Wade and the cast of Goodspeed's South Pacific rehearse 'A Wonderful Guy' ahead of the production's first performance on June 14th, 2024.

WOODY SEZ, a musical about the life and music of Woody Guthrie, will be performed at TheaterWorks Hartford in July. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

On Thursday, September 12, 2024, the Palace Theater will present New York Times bestselling author Deepak Chopra on stage as he guides the audience to wake up to new levels of awareness. Dr. Chopra will explore practical ways to experience a clear vision, heal suffering in mind and body, and help recover the authentic self.

The Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles will host the North American premiere of THE WIZARD OF OZ in January 2024. The production features new songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.

Eastbound Theatre's East/West Playfest 2024 will feature diverse performances from local and international playwrights.

Exploring themes of performance, identity, and agency in the most absurd of ways, The Mister, Mister Variety Show, follows a creator's internal and external battles with putting on a show that is not quite ready.

The Summer Theatre of New Canaan will present MARY POPPINS THE BROADWAY MUSICAL in July. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Experience Dinos in the Creek Week in Branford, CT from July 16-18 with family-friendly programs. Learn how to attend!

Check out a first look at production photos from Playhouse on Park's Connecticut premiere of Lydia R. Diamond's Toni Stone here!