It’s July 1944. With the nation at war and a heat wave settling over the city, the residents of Hartford, Connecticut eagerly await the arrival of “The Greatest Show on Earth.” The unthinkable occurs when a fire turns the big top into an inferno. In the minutes, hours and days following the blaze, two communities – Hartford and the Circus – find themselves irretrievably intertwined by tragedy, blame, heroism, and healing. This multimedia World Premiere honors the power of community in our 40th Season.
Ages: TheaterWorks Hartford produces events that reflect the contemporary world. They frequently contain adult content and language.
SUBMIT UPDATES
TheaterWorks Hartford Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
The Counter (2/12/26-3/15/26)
The Cannibals of McGower County (7/30/26-8/30/26)
TheaterWorks Hartford is at 233 Pearl St. Hartford, CT 06103, Hartford , CT.
Christmas on the Rocks (11/28/25-12/21/25)
English (10/2/25-11/2/25)
My Friends: A Sondheim Concert (9/13/25-9/13/25)
Videos
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URINETOWN
Kweskin Theatre (2/6 - 2/21) | |
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THE LION IN WINTER
DRESSING ROOM THEATRE (1/9 - 1/25) | |
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Women of Americana: A Celebration of American Music
Jorgensen Center (4/11 - 4/11) | |
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The Cannibals of McGower County
TheaterWorks Hartford (7/30 - 8/30) | |
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The Seven Wonders: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Jorgensen Center (2/14 - 2/14) | |
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The Counter
TheaterWorks Hartford (2/12 - 3/15) | |
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Rhinoceros
Visual and Performing Arts Center at WCSU (4/17 - 4/26) | |
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Circus Fire
TheaterWorks Hartford (4/16 - 5/17) | |
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POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive
Visual and Performing Arts Center at WCSU (5/1 - 5/10) | |
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