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DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE

263 Golden Hill St
Bridgeport, CT



Review: HARVEY at Castle Craig Players


by Sean Fallon - May 03, 2026

On Saturday, May 2nd, I had the pleasure of seeing another first-rate production put on by the Castle Craig Players at the Almira F. Stephan Memorial Playhouse in Meriden, CT. It is always nice to see a high quality show I was not previously familiar with. HARVEY, by Mary Chase, has somehow eluded m...

Review: QUIET! THREE LADIES LAUGHING at Crystal Theatre


by Sherry Shameer Cohen - May 03, 2026

What did our critic think of QUIET! THREE LADIES LAUGHING at Crystal Theatre?...

Review: THE FATHER AT TOWN PLAYERS OF NEW CANAAN


by Pia Haas - April 27, 2026

The Father is a critically acclaimed play by French writer Florian Zeller, translated by Christopher Hampton. It has been staged internationally, and adapted into a successful film. The play premiered in London’s West End in October 2015 and opened on Broadway at Manhattan Theatre Club in March 2...

Review: THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG at Downtown Cabaret Theatre


by Sean Fallon - April 25, 2026

On Saturday, April 25th, at 12:00 PM, I saw the newest Theatre for Young Audiences production at the Downtown Cabaret Theatre in Bridgeport, CT, THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG. The Theatre for Young Audiences shows at Downtown Cabaret Theatre continue to entertain the entire family! This one breaks the f...

Review: PRIMARY TRUST at Westport Country Playhouse


by Sherry Shameer Cohen - April 22, 2026

Eboni Booth’s 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Primary Trust, packs a great deal of power about loss, loneliness, courage, and connecting with people....

Review: 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL at Music Theatre Of Connecticut


by Sherry Shameer Cohen - April 20, 2026

Music Theatre of Connecticut’s 39th season closes with Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 The Musical, a fun, energetic show that closely follows the story of the 1980 hit movie....

Review: THE WEDDING SINGER at Warner Theatre


by Sean Fallon - April 18, 2026

On Friday, April 17th, I had the pleasure of seeing a phenomenal show at the Warner (specifically the Nancy Marine Studio Theatre) in Torrington, CT, THE WEDDING SINGER, based on the 1998 movie that is set in 1985. The book for this stage adaptation of the film written by Chris Herlihy is written by...

Review: LAUGHTER ON THE 23RD FLOOR at Sherman Players


by Jared Reynolds - April 15, 2026

If the success of a comedy may be judged by the laughter, then based on the laughter at the Sherman Playhouse, 'Laughter on the 23rd Floor' is a great success!...

Review: THE SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY at Westport Community Theatre


by Sherry Shameer Cohen - April 12, 2026

What did our critic think of THE SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY at Westport Community Theatre?...

Review: JERRY'S GIRLS at Center Stage Theatre


by Sean Fallon - April 12, 2026

On Saturday, April 11, 2026, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another excellent production at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton, CT, JERRY’S GIRLS, a show that celebrates the music of Jerry Herman whose music was featured in Hello Dolly!, Mame,  and other musicals. Starring the phenomenal first-rat...

Past Shows

Sleeping Beauty
Sleeping Beauty
Apr 19 – May 18, 2025

In our final enchanting TYA production of 2025, witness a fresh take on the timeless tale of a beautiful princess cursed into a deep slumber, awaiting...

Hansel & Gretel
Hansel & Gretel
Feb 22 – Mar 30, 2025

Get ready to embark on a deliciously delightful adventure as we journey into the enchanted world of Hansel & Gretel at the Downtown Cabaret Theatre!...

Puss in Boots
Puss in Boots
Jan 11 – Feb 9, 2025

Hold onto your hats and buckle up for a purr-fectly exciting adventure as DCT brings the timeless tale of Puss in Boots to life like...

In The Heights
In The Heights
Nov 1 – Nov 24, 2024

The Downtown Cabaret Theatre (DCT), under the leadership of Executive Producer Hugh Hallinan, is excited to announce their highly anticipated production of In The Heights...

In The Heights
In The Heights
Nov 1 – Nov 24, 2024

The Downtown Cabaret Theatre (DCT), under the leadership of Executive Producer Hugh Hallinan, is excited to announce their highly anticipated production of In The Heights...

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Sep 13 – Oct 13, 2024

The Downtown Cabaret Theatre (DCT), under the leadership of Executive Producer Hugh Hallinan, is excited to announce the opening of its new season with the...

Guys and Dolls
Guys and Dolls
Sep 15 – Oct 14, 2023

The Downtown Cabaret Theatre is proud to present Guys and Dolls with an immersive twist. Considered by many to the perfect musical comedy, come join...

Decades in Concert: Spirit of the 60s
Decades in Concert: Spirit of the 60s
Apr 22 – May 15, 2022

The Downtown Cabaret in partnership with Family Entertainment Live presents the second installment of our original Decades in Concert series, Spirit of the Sixties! Following...

Decades in Concert® The Spirit of the Sixties
Decades in Concert® The Spirit of the Sixties
Apr 15 – May 15, 2022

The Downtown Cabaret in partnership with Family Entertainment Live presents the second installment of their original Decades in Concert series, Spirit of the Sixties! Following...

Sleeping Beauty
Sleeping Beauty
Apr 14 – May 20, 2018

 Description: It’s not always easy being a princess, especially when a wicked witch places a spell on you. But all is not lost for Princess...

Jesus Christ Superstar
Jesus Christ Superstar
Mar 16 – Apr 8, 2018

Description: Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 1970 rock opera follows Christ’s final days, dramatized with emotional intensity, thought-provoking edge and explosive theatricality. Jesus Christ’s meteor-like rise provides...

A Raisin in the Sun
A Raisin in the Sun
Feb 2 – Feb 18, 2018

A Raisin in the Sun Dates: February 2 - 18 Days and Times: Fridays @ 7:30pm, Saturdays @ 5pm & 8:15pm, Sundays @ 6pm Ticket...

Phantom
Phantom
Nov 17 – Dec 10, 2017

Phantom Dates: November 17 - December 10 Days and Times: Fridays @ 7:30pm, Saturdays @ 5pm & 8:15pm, Sundays @ 6pm Ticket Prices: $28 -...

Spring Awakening
Spring Awakening
Mar 10 – Apr 2, 2017

Spring Awakening The winner of 8 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Spring Awakening explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with poignancy and passion that...

Fancy Nancy
Fancy Nancy
Jan 13 – Feb 12, 2017

Based on the 2005 children’s picture book written by Jane O’Connor, Fancy Nancy and her friends Bree, Rhonda, Wanda, and Lionel are going to be...

Frosty the Snowman
Frosty the Snowman
Nov 12 – Dec 29, 2016

Not everyone in Chesnut Hills is excited for Christmas. While the mayor tries to bring an end to the yearly celebration, it takes some plucky...

Frosty the Snowman
Frosty the Snowman
Nov 12 – Dec 29, 2016

Not everyone in Chesnut Hills is excited for Christmas. While the mayor tries to bring an end to the yearly celebration, it takes some plucky...

The Princess and the Pea
The Princess and the Pea
Apr 16 – May 22, 2016

Bridgeport’s award winning Downtown Cabaret Theatre (DCT) Children’s Company closes its 40th anniversary season with The Princess and the Pea. When a handsome young prince...

James and the Giant Peach
James and the Giant Peach
Feb 27 – Apr 3, 2016

Bridgeport’s award winning Downtown Cabaret Theatre (DCT) Children’s Company continues its 40th anniversary season with James and the Giant Peach. A story of magic, friendship,...

Jungle Book
Jungle Book
Jan 9 – Feb 14, 2016

Bridgeport’s award winning Downtown Cabaret Theatre (DCT) Children’s Company continues its 40th anniversary season with its third show, Jungle Book. It’s a rock and roll...

A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
Nov 21 – Dec 27, 2015

Bridgeport’s award winning Downtown Cabaret Theatre (DCT) Children’s Company continues its 40th anniversary season with A Christmas Carol. It’s the perfect holiday treat for the...

Sleepy Hollow
Sleepy Hollow
Oct 10 – Nov 1, 2015

Bridgeport’s award winning Downtown Cabaret Theatre (DCT) Children’s Company opens its 40th anniversary season with Sleepy Hollow. The town of Sleepy Hollow has always been...

Memphis
Memphis
Sep 25 – Oct 11, 2015

Winner of four Tony Awards, including Best Musical, MEMPHIS follows the fame and forbidden love of a radio DJ who wants to change the world...

Willy Wonka
Willy Wonka
Apr 11 – May 17, 2015

Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to life in this one of a kind...

Rapunzel
Rapunzel
Feb 28 – Mar 29, 2015

A new “twist” on the classic tale by the Brothers Grimm about the girl with the long golden hair. When the young Rapunzel has been...

Pinkalicious the Musical
Pinkalicious the Musical
Jan 15 – Feb 19, 2012

This is the tale, based on the popular book by Victoria Kann and Elizabeth Kann, of Pinkalicious, who can't stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings...

Videos


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Kweskin Theatre (6/05-6/27)
Charlie & The Chocolate Factory in Connecticut Charlie & The Chocolate Factory
Kweskin Theatre (8/06-8/15)
Brighton Beach Memoirs in Connecticut Brighton Beach Memoirs
The Kate (6/11-6/14)
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying in Connecticut How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
The Press Box Theater (5/15-5/24)
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM in Connecticut A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
CURTAIN CALL'S SHAKESPEARE ON THE GREEN (7/09-7/19)
Oddfellows Playhouse Teen Repertory Company presents the world premiere of Mel Chomsky’s History of the World in Connecticut Oddfellows Playhouse Teen Repertory Company presents the world premiere of Mel Chomsky’s History of the World
Oddfellows Playhouse (5/14-5/23)
Mar Jennings One-Man Show at Sacred Heart University Community Theatre in Connecticut Mar Jennings One-Man Show at Sacred Heart University Community Theatre
Sacred Heart University (5/22-5/22)
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs by The United European Ballet Company in Connecticut Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs by The United European Ballet Company
Stamford Palace Theatre (10/17-10/17)
Auntie Mame in Connecticut Auntie Mame
Brookfield Theatre (6/26-7/18)
ERAS: An Unofficial Tribute to Taylor Swift's Music at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut ERAS: An Unofficial Tribute to Taylor Swift's Music at Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun (6/13-6/13)