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Brief Cameo Productions to Present 2nd Annual Fundraiser in October
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2025
Brief Cameo Productions will present the return of its fundraiser event: Brief Cameo's Octoberfest, to take place in October. Learn more and see how to attend the event!
Review: M. BUTTERFLY at Brookfield Theatre Of The Arts
by Jared Reynolds - September 28, 2025
Theater is vulnerability. You might see am actors on the stage think about their talent, their confidence, or their dedication, but all of that stems from vulnerability. You could of be the best actor in the world, but if you can't allow yourself to be vulnerable on the stage, the you'll always hold yourself back. Nothing was held back in Brookfield Theatre of the Arts‘ production of M. Butterfy by David Henry Hwang.
Review: FAITH HEALER at Sherman Players
by Jared Reynolds - September 28, 2025
One man’s trash is another man's treasure. The grass is always greener on the other side. These phrases are all about perspective. Perspective can vary wildly from person to person and you cannot glimpse the whole story by only hearing one side. That is the premise of Brian Friel's Faith Healer, which is running at the Sherman Players.
SWEENEY TODD Comes to Little Theatre Of Manchester
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Little Theatre of Manchester (LTM) has announced the cast and creative team for its November production of Stephen Sondheim's dark musical masterpiece, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
A COMEDY OF TENORS Comes to TheatreWorks New Milford
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
One hotel suite, four tenors, two wives, three girlfriends, and a soccer stadium filled with screaming fans. What could possibly go wrong? Learn more about the show here!
Westport Country Playhouse to Welcome Comedian Colin Quinn in October
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will present standup comedian Colin Quinn on October 9, 2025, at 8 p.m. The SNL alum and Off-Broadway favorite will perform his sharp, New York-infused comedy in a 90-minute set.
Marianna Gailus and More to Star in HEDDA GABLER at Yale Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
Yale Repertory Theatre will present Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler, the final production staged by James Bundy as the organization’s Artistic Director, after 23 years of leadership at Yale. Learn more!
The Ballard Institute Will Host A UConn Puppet Arts Alumni Puppet Forum
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
As part of its 2025 Fall Puppet Forum Series and in conjunction with its exhibition Art, Movement, Imagination: 60 Years of UConn Puppeteers, the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut will host a UConn Puppet Arts Alumni Puppet Forum.
Nathan Lane to be Honored at Westport Country Playhouse Annual Gala
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
Tony Award-winning Broadway star Nathan Lane with be Artistic Honoree at Westport Country Playhouse’s one-night-only fundraiser. Learn more and see how to purchase.
Sacred Heart University Launches School of Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
Sacred Heart University (SHU) in Fairfield, Conn. has announced the creation of its new School of Performing Arts (SoPA), part of the College of Arts & Sciences.
Playhouse On Park Launches ACCESS 40 Discount Program For Theatregoers Under 40
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
Playhouse on Park in West Hartford has introduced Access 40, a new ticketing initiative for adults under 40. The program offers individual tickets for $38.50 or a five-show subscription for $140, with added perks including networking events and priority access.
Review: DOOLEY AT THE BAR at Westport Community Theatre
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - September 22, 2025
Got plans for the last weekend in September? Change them. You must meet the renowned newspaper writer Finley Peter Dunne in Westport Community Theatre’s opening show Dooley at The Bar.
Grand Kyiv Ballet Brings Tchaikovsky's SWAN LAKE to the Warner Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2025
 The Warner Theatre will present Grand Kyiv Ballet's Swan Lake, featuring the finest dancers of the Ukrainian National Opera and Ballet Theater, next month. Learn more here!
INCIDENT AT OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP to Open at Ivoryton Playhouse in October
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2025
Ivoryton Playhouse will present Kate Forgette’s Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help this fall, opening October 2 and running through October 26, 2025.
American Mural Project Reveals Lineup For Happy Hour Piano Series
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2025
American Mural Project, home of the world's largest indoor collaborative work of art, will provide a backdrop to a series of intimate musical evenings of keyboard artistry.
Westport Country Playhouse Opens Registration For Fall Program For Middle Schoolers
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse has revealed registration is underway for its children’s education program, Playhouse Playmakers, starting October 12.
David Foster And Katharine McPhee Bring AN INTIMATE EVENING To Palace Theater In Waterbury
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2025
David Foster and Katharine McPhee will bring An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee to the Palace Theater in Waterbury, CT, on January 31, 2026.
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP to be Presented at Ivoryton Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2025
Dust off your bellbottoms and crank up the Bob Dylan—Ivoryton Playhouse is taking audiences back to the 1970s with Kate Forgette’s heartwarming and hilarious family comedy Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help.
Playhouse on Park to Host Tag Sale Benefit September 21–22
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2025
Playhouse on Park in West Hartford will host a tag sale on September 21–22, 2025, featuring costumes, props, and more from past productions. The event runs 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, with all proceeds benefiting the theatre.
Theaterworks Hartford To Present Mahsa Attaran Exhibition MY HEART IS TIGHT FOR YOU
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2025
TheaterWorks Hartford, led by Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, will present My Heart Is Tight For You, a gallery exhibition by Iranian-born artist Mahsa Attaran.
Ocean State Black & Funny Improv Festival Set For This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Looking for laughs this fall? The Contemporary Theater Company will present the 5th Annual Ocean State Black and Funny Improv Festival, running this month.
Registration is Open For Fall, Winter & Spring Children's Programming at Playhouse Theatre Academy
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Playhouse Theatre Academy has announced that registration is now open for children ages 3 through 13. Classes are offered in Simsbury Square, Simsbury and at Congregation Beth Isreal in West Hartford.
The Laurie Berkner Band To Return To The DMV With Family Halloween Concerts
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Legendary children's musician Laurie Berkner and The Laurie Berkner Band will bring two performances of their 'Greatest Hits Halloween' concert to DC area families. Learn more.
WHAT NOW VOYAGER Will Open Pantochino's Season
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Award-winning Pantochino Productions Inc. in Milford will debut “What Now Voyager” in October at the Milford Arts Council, The Mac in Downtown Milford. Learn more here!
Tatianna Córdoba Will Lead IN THE HEIGHTS in Concert at Connecticut Stage Company
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Real Women Have Curves' Tatianna Córdoba will lead Connecticut Stage Company's In the Heights in Concert. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

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