About the Theatre
A.C.T. of CT’s mission is to elevate the level of entertainment in Fairfield County and to foster a sense of community through the arts by producing exceptional theater and encouraging an environment of inclusivity and artistic excellence. Our presence has helped to make Ridgefield an arts destination and has contributed to making our town the first Cultural District in the state of CT.
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - March 08, 2026
What did our critic think of THE IRISH ... AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY at Music Theatre Of Connecticut?...
by Sean Fallon - March 07, 2026
On Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 2:30 pm, I had the pleasure of seeing another first-rate performance at the Downtown Cabaret Theatre in Bridgeport, CT, SNOW WHITE & THE SEVEN SHOPKEEPERS....
by Pia Haas - March 06, 2026
There’s something wonderfully nuts about The Town Players of New Canaan taking on One Man, Two Guvnors, Richard Bean’s 2011 hit based on The Servant of Two Masters by Carlo Goldoni. The original, written in 1743, is a classic commedia dell’arte comedy built on disguises, twins, and glorious ch...
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - February 15, 2026
What did our critic think of ASSASSINS at Brookfield Theatre?...
by Jared Reynolds - December 14, 2025
If I had a nickel for every time that I’ve reviewed the same show, I’d have 2 nickels. Which isn’t a lot, but I’m surprised that it took so long in my reviewing history to happen. It shouldn’t be a surprise, however, that in both cases, they are to review Christmas productions. For the fir...
by Jared Reynolds - December 12, 2025
Cozy, cute, and full of Christmas cheer. That’s what you get with Miracle on 34th Street. That was abound and aplenty at the Connecticut Theatre Company’s production of the motion picture classic! CTC’s production of Miracle on 34th Street kept the joy of the season at the heart of this produc...
by Jared Reynolds - December 06, 2025
Holiday traditions are sweet, but sometimes the stress of the holidays outweighs the joys. That's where Wreck the Halls comes in: It points out the pain of the holidays and is committed to making you laugh. And this raucous production of Wreck the Halls had the audience rolling!...
Past Shows
Waitress is a heartfelt musical that tells the story of Jenna, a talented pie maker stuck in a small-town diner and an unhappy marriage. Dreaming...
This world premiere new work, told entirely through dance and movement, delves into the profound themes of the human spirit overcoming obstacles and challenges. Featuring...
Fiddler on the Roof is a timeless musical masterpiece, with themes resonating as powerfully today as they did when the show first premiered. The musical...
They were just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their very first note – a sound that the radio just couldn’t get enough of!...
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