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LEGACY THEATRE

The Legacy Theatre 128 Thimble Island Road Branford, CT 06405
BRANFORD, CT



Review: DEADLINE at Norwalk Performing Arts Lab


by Sean Fallon - May 24, 2026

On Saturday, May 23rd, I had the pleasure of seeing an exciting new show at this promising new theater, DEADLINE, a highly enjoyable modern comedic mystery by Don Zolidis. Directors Ben Brennan and Cheyenne Perez help bring out the best in this stellar ensemble cast of twelve, all of whom have an ex...

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?...

Past Shows

Sunday Broadway Concert Series with John McDaniel, starring Matt Doyle
Sunday Broadway Concert Series with John McDaniel, starring Matt Doyle
Jun 7

Tony Award winning Actor and Singer, Matt Doyle, kicks off the 2026 Sunday Broadway Concert Series at The Legacy Theatre! Joined by Grammy and Emmy...

Sunday Broadway Concert Series with John McDaniel, starring Patti Murin
Sunday Broadway Concert Series with John McDaniel, starring Patti Murin
Mar 8

Patti Murin is a versatile and captivating performer best known for her work on Broadway, television and as a prolific audiobook narrator.On stage, Patti originated...

Sunday Broadway Concert Series with John McDaniel, starring Matt Doyle
Sunday Broadway Concert Series with John McDaniel, starring Matt Doyle
Feb 22

Broadway comes to Branford in this intimate Sunday afternoon concert series featuring stars from the biggest shows on stage today, all under the music direction...

Stage Door Medium Live!
Stage Door Medium Live!
Feb 20 – Feb 21, 2026

Returning after two consecutive sold-out engagements at Legacy in 2023 & 2024, hailed as Broadway’s go-to Medium, Jimmy is the Stage Door Medium! Having read...

JOHN MCDANIEL AND KAREN MASON IN CONCERT!
JOHN MCDANIEL AND KAREN MASON IN CONCERT!
Oct 26

Broadway comes to Branford in this intimate Sunday afternoon concert series featuring stars from the biggest shows on stage today, all under the music direction...

Sunday Broadway Concert featuring Karen Mason
Oct 26

The Sunday Broadway Concert features acclaimed performer Karen Mason at the Legacy Theatre on October 26, 2025. Mason, known for her roles in Sunset Boulevard...

Noises Off
Noises Off
Sep 18 – Oct 5, 2025

Called “the funniest farce ever written,” Noises Off by Michael Frayn presents a manic menagerie of itinerant actors rehearsing a flop called Nothing’s On.

Stand Up, Speak Out
Stand Up, Speak Out
Sep 24

A transformative musical that takes a stand against bullying and uplifts with messages of empathy, kindness, and connection. Through a compelling blend of emotional ballads...

Sunday Broadway Concert featuring Donna McKechnie
Sep 7

The Sunday Broadway Concert features esteemed performer Donna McKechnie on September 7, 2025, at the Legacy Theatre. Known for her iconic role in A Chorus...

The Legacy Theatre Presents John McDaniel and The Sunday Broadway Concert Series featuring Donna McKechnie
The Legacy Theatre Presents John McDaniel and The Sunday Broadway Concert Series featuring Donna McKechnie
Sep 7

The Legacy Theatre Presents John McDaniel and The Sunday Broadway Concert Series featuring Donna McKechnie at The legacy Theatre

Sweeney Todd
Aug 7 – Aug 31, 2025

Legacy Theatre extends its run of Sweeney Todd due to popular demand, marking a significant moment in its five-year history. The Stephen Sondheim musical premiered...

Sunday Broadway Concert featuring Nicholas Rodriguez
Jul 13

Nicholas Rodriguez will take the stage at Legacy Theatre for a Sunday Broadway Concert on July 13, 2025, as part of a series showcasing acclaimed...

The Joke Show!
The Joke Show!
Jul 12

A brand new musical based on Alan Katz’s 2024 bestselling Scholastic joke book.A cast of three. A rousing opening number. And then, a barrage of jokes,...

Sunday Broadway Concert featuring Euan Morton
Apr 13

Euan Morton will take the stage at Legacy Theatre for a Sunday Broadway Concert on April 13, 2025. Known for his powerful performances in Taboo...

Sunday Broadway Concert featuring Norbert Leo Butz
Mar 30

The Sunday Broadway Concert features Norbert Leo Butz and will take place at Legacy Theatre on March 30, 2025. Butz, a Tony Award-winning actor known...

Sunday Broadway Concert featuring Bonnie Milligan
Mar 2

The Sunday Broadway Concert series at Legacy Theatre features Bonnie Milligan on March 2, 2025. Milligan is known for her standout performances in Kimberly Akimbo...

Legacy Theatre Presents John McDaniel and the Sunday Broadway Concert Series Featuring J. Harrison Ghee
Legacy Theatre Presents John McDaniel and the Sunday Broadway Concert Series Featuring J. Harrison Ghee
Feb 16

J. Harrison Ghee, the Tony Award-winning star of Some Like It Hot, will perform in an intimate concert at Legacy Theatre on February 16.

A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
Dec 4 – Dec 15, 2024

A Christmas Carol plays at Legacy Theatre Wednesdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at legacytheatrect.org/a-christmas-carol or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901.

Broadway's Howard McGillin with John McDaniel at the Piano!
Broadway's Howard McGillin with John McDaniel at the Piano!
Oct 6

Best known for his record-setting performance in the title role of The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, Howard McGillin appeared in this past season’s...

DRACULA: A Comedy of Terrors
DRACULA: A Comedy of Terrors
Sep 12 – Sep 29, 2024

In the treacherous mountains of Transylvania, a meek English real estate agent takes a harrowing journey to meet a new and mysterious client, who also...

Love Affair: A New Musical
Aug 8 – Aug 25, 2024

The Legacy Theatre presents Love Affair: A New Musical, a world-premiere production running from August 8 to August 25. This musical follows a young woman...

Sweet Dreams: A Bedtime Story Comes to Life
Sweet Dreams: A Bedtime Story Comes to Life
Aug 17

Embark on a captivating journey with a young girl as she drifts into a slumber filled with her beloved bedtime stories. Join her as she...

The Great American Mousical
Jul 26 – Jul 28, 2024

The Great American Mousical, running at Legacy Theatre from July 26 to July 28, is a lively tribute to the world of musical comedy through...

A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
Dec 1 – Dec 12, 2021

Its the most wonderful time of the year down at the Legacy Theatre in Stony Creek. December 1st through 12th, the newly renovated theatre on...

Just Desserts
Just Desserts
Jun 2 – Jun 27, 2021

Its sweet. Its savory. Its five strangers putting their hearts, reputations, and baking skills on the line to become the crme de la crme of...

Joan Joyce!
Joan Joyce!
Jun 5 – Jun 26, 2021

Joan Joyce! a new All-American musical will have its world premiere at the Legacy Theatre!Joan Joyce is noted as the greatest female athlete of all...

Videos


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Connecticut Theatre Exchange (6/17-6/17)
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CURTAIN CALL'S SHAKESPEARE ON THE GREEN (7/09-7/19)
Guys & Dolls in Connecticut Guys & Dolls
Kweskin Theatre (6/05-6/27)
Auntie Mame in Connecticut Auntie Mame
Brookfield Theatre (6/26-7/18)
Bye Bye Birdie in Connecticut Bye Bye Birdie
Sherman Players, Inc. (6/05-6/28)
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Mohegan Sun (7/31-7/31)
The Cannibals of McGower County in Connecticut The Cannibals of McGower County
TheaterWorks Hartford (7/30-8/30)
A Revolution of Her Own!™ Deborah Sampson in Connecticut A Revolution of Her Own!™ Deborah Sampson
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Music Theatre of CT (6/20-6/20)