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WHITE HERON THEATRE COMPANY

5 N WATER ST
NANTUCKET, MA 02554

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About the Theatre

The White Heron Theatre Company believes in the power of theatre to engage audiences in a truthful and compelling journey that touches the human experience through the arts. To accomplish its mission, White Heron fosters the growth of professional theatre on Nantucket Island, across the nation and around the world through a range of artistic and education programs for the Nantucket community and beyond. Founded in New York City in 2004, by actor/director Lynne Bolton and Yale School of Drama Acting Dean Earle Gister, White Heron was sparked by their shared aspiration to form a professional ensemble-driven company of like-minded artists. In 2012, the company was reborn in Nantucket, becoming the first professional theatre company on the island. Three years later, the company opened the first purpose-built venue on the island dedicated to professional repertory theater. Over the last decade, our production highlights include God of Carnage by Yesmina Reza, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike by Christopher Durang, Seawife by Seth Moore and The Lobbyists, and Private Lives by Noel Coward.

RELATED STORIES

Nantucket's White Heron Theatre Presents Ari Axelrod In A PLACE FOR US: A Celebration Of Jewish Broadway


by Stephi Wild - August 14, 2023

White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket will welcome back award winning cabaret artist, Ari Axelrod, for a 2 night only event. Ari's internationally acclaimed, award-winning show 'A Place for Us: A Celebration of Jewish Broadway' honors the songs and stories of Jewish composers and their contributi...

Ari Axelrod to Present A PLACE FOR US: A CELEBRATION OF JEWISH BROADWAY at White Heron Theatre Company


by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 11, 2023

Join Ari Axelrod at White Heron Theatre Company for a special 2-night only event, 'A Place For Us: A Celebration Of Jewish Broadway.' Experience the timeless songs and stories of Jewish composers and their impact on the American Musical. Limited engagement running on August 18th and 19th. Get your t...

White Heron Theatre Company to Present THE 39 STEPS in Nantucket


by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 08, 2023

Get ready for a fast-paced comedy mystery thriller as White Heron Theatre Company brings 'The 39 Steps' to Nantucket. Based on the novel by John Buchan and the film by Alfred Hitchcock, this production features over 150 characters played by a talented cast of four. Don't miss this exciting limited r...

White Heron Theatre Company Opens BLITHE SPIRIT July 10


by A.A. Cristi - July 05, 2023

White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket will open it's first production of the 2023 summer season, Blithe Spirit, by Noël Coward (Present Laughter, Private Lives) and directed by Skip Greer. Greer returns to Nantucket after directing 2017's Outside Mullingar for White Heron. ...

Nantucket's White Heron Theatre Company Thanks Local Employees And Students With Discount Ticket Offer


by A.A. Cristi - June 22, 2023

White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket in partnership with the ReMain Foundation of Nantucket is pleased to offer 50% off tickets to members of the local community who have contributed to the health and vitality of life on the island....

CALL FOSSE AT THE MINSKOFF & More Set for White Heron Theatre Company 2023 Season


by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2023

White Heron Theatre Company has announced its 2023 summer season of professional theatre performances on Nantucket. ...

SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD, WAITING FOR GODOT & More Lead Boston's August Theater Top 10


by BWW Staff - August 04, 2022

Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. August selections include Songs for a New World, Waiting for Godot, Pippin, and more!...

Nantucket's White Heron Theatre Announces Mark Shanahan As Its Resident Director


by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 07, 2022

The White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket today announced that director, writer, and actor Mark Shanahan has expanded his relationship with the company stepping into a new role as Resident Director....

White Heron Theatre Company Creates Pre-Professional Training Intensive


by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 14, 2022

White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket today announced 'The Intensive,' a pre-professional training opportunity for students 18 and older. The Intensive's faculty includes nationally recognized leaders in the entertainment industry and is hosted at the White Heron's state-of-the-art facility June ...

DIAL M FOR MURDER Starring Celia Keenan-Bolger, Plus More Announced for White Heron Theatre 2022 Summer Season


by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 14, 2022

White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket today announced its 10th anniversary season, which will include Dial M for Murder, a killer comedy that preceded the classic Hitchcock film and features Tony Award-winner Celia Keenan-Bolger. ...

Past Shows

A Nantucket Christmas Carol
A Nantucket Christmas Carol
11/25 - 12/3/2022


Let the holiday spirits light your way. The spirit of the island meets the spirits of the holidays! The whale oil trade has made Ebenezer ...

Thurgood
Thurgood
8/22 - 9/1/2022


Justice. For all. Described by the New York Times as absorbing and riveting, Thurgood will inspire and empower audiences with the story of a truly ...

Dial M for Murder
Dial M for Murder
7/26 - 8/11/2022


A deviously good time. The Hitchcock classic comes to life on stage! Tommy and Margot Wendice seem to have it all, until Tommy discovers his ...

The Half
The Half
6/26 - 7/17/2022


The Half is the 30 minutes in the dressing room before the curtain rises, which feels like an eternity for one actor about to perform ...


Nantucket's White Heron Theatre today announced the release of a special Halloween episode of the Ghostlight Podcast Series to be released on Saturday, OCTOBER 31 ...

Fireflies
8/22 - 9/14/2019


Matthew Barber, from the novel ELEANOR AND ABEL by Annette Sanford White Heron Theatre Company...

DADDY LONG LEGS
DADDY LONG LEGS
7/5 - 8/12/2018

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Toni Stone in Boston Toni Stone
Huntington Theatre (5/17 - 6/16)
Sesame Street Live! Say Hello in Boston Sesame Street Live! Say Hello
Emerson Colonial Theatre (4/19 - 4/20)
Boston Comedy Festival All Stars in Boston Boston Comedy Festival All Stars
Berklee Performance Center (3/29 - 3/29)
Book of Mountain and Seas in Boston Book of Mountain and Seas
Emerson Paramount Center Robert J. Orchard Stage (4/19 - 4/21)
A Christmas Carol in Boston A Christmas Carol
The Company Theatre (11/29 - 12/22)
Jagged Little Pill in Boston Jagged Little Pill
The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts (4/5 - 4/7)
Message In A Bottle in Boston Message In A Bottle
Emerson Colonial Theatre (3/26 - 3/30)
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