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Palace Theatre

100 E Main St
Waterbury, CT 06702-2312

Palace Theatre is a theatre in Waterbury, CT.

Upcoming Shows

The Rocky Horror Picture Show Spooktacular Tour with Barry Bostwick

The Rocky Horror Picture Show Spooktacular Tour with Barry Bostwick

Oct 16

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOWORIGINAL CAST SPOOKTACULAR TOURJoin the original 'Brad Majors' - BARRY BOSTWICK - for a screening of the movie in a new 4k restoration with a live shadow cast and audience participation!The evening includes a hosted screening of the movie in a new 4k...

Mrs. Doubtfire

Dec 12 – Dec 13, 2026

Mrs. Doubtfire, the internationally acclaimed hit musical based on the beloved film, tells the story of an out-of-work actor who disguises himself as a Scottish nanny to spend time with his kids. Critics have called it "wonderful, heart-warming, and laugh-out-loud funny" and "a...

Water for Elephants

Jan 8 – Jan 9, 2027

Based on the critically acclaimed bestselling novel, Water for Elephants is a spectacle-filled musical that follows a young man who, after losing everything, jumps a moving train and finds a new home with the crew of a traveling circus. Seen through the eyes of his older self...

Burn the Floor: Maks & Peta Live!

May 15 – May 16, 2027

Burn the Floor: Maks & Peta Live! is a high-voltage dance production featuring Maksim "Maks" Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd, two of the most celebrated Ballroom and Latin dancers in contemporary entertainment. The show explodes with choreography and moves that celebrate the...

Shucked

Jun 1 – Jun 3, 2027

Shucked is the Tony Award-winning musical comedy playing at the Palace Theater Waterbury June 1-3, 2027. The story follows Maizy and Beau, who are planning to marry when the corn protecting their small community begins to die, sending an unlikely hero on a quest beyond the...

Articles

Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Town Players Of Newtown

Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Town Players Of Newtown

by Jared Reynolds · October 7, 2026

In modern theater, it often feels like a risk to keep it simple and just let the cast take a script and run with it, but for the Town Players of Newtown, that decision is well justified and led to the creation of a delightfully entertaining production of The Importance of Being Earnest.…

Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Fairfield Center Stage

Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Fairfield Center Stage

by Sean Fallon · October 4, 2026

On Saturday, October 3rd, I had the pleasure of seeing a phenomenal performance of one of my absolute favorite musicals of all-time, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, performed by Fairfield Center Stage at City Wide Church in Bridgeport, CT.  Director Joel Fenster, Choreographer Lindsay Johnson, and Music Direc…

Review: FRECKLE at Crystal Theatre

Review: FRECKLE at Crystal Theatre

by Sean Fallon · October 3, 2026

On Friday, October 2nd, I had the pleasure of my first experience at Crystal Theatre in Norwalk, CT, seeing a phenomenal original musical called FRECKLE! This musical comedy takes some unique and unconventional stylistic choices, all of which work perfectly! With book, music, and lyrics written by M…

Review: HARMONY at Music Theatre Of Connecticut

Review: HARMONY at Music Theatre Of Connecticut

by Sherry Shameer Cohen · September 30, 2026

Most people have never heard of Comedian Harmonists, a group of six men who impressed the world with their sophisticated and harmonious voices from 1928 to 1934, during the rise of Nazi Germany. This was epic because three of the men were Jewish and one Christian was married to a Jewish woman. …

Review: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at TheatreWorks New Milford

Review: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at TheatreWorks New Milford

by Jared Reynolds · September 27, 2026

'Having a blast” is the best way to describe the vibes inside the auditorium at TheatreWorks New Milford, and that is thanks in large part to the director, Diana Canova, who was the spearhead of this delightful evening at the theater!…

Review: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Center Stage Theatre

Review: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Center Stage Theatre

by Sean Fallon · September 27, 2026

On Saturday, September 26th, I had the pleasure of seeing another first-rate musical phenomenally performed at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton, CT, THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, which is based on an unfinished novel by Charles Dickens. This unfinished novel was made into a play in 1985 with book, musi…

Review: DRACULA at Brookfield Theatre For The Arts

Review: DRACULA at Brookfield Theatre For The Arts

by Jared Reynolds · September 22, 2026

From the direction, to the set, to the cast; the Brookfield Theatre of the Arts’ production of Hamill’s Dracula blends classic horror with modern feminist themes in an entertaining celebration of storytelling.…

Review: INHERIT THE WIND at Sherman Players

Review: INHERIT THE WIND at Sherman Players

by Jared Reynolds · September 20, 2026

Sometimes you get a perfect storm of circumstances that turns the ordinary into the extraordinary. Whether by design or by luck, the Sherman Players have taken advantage of this perfect storm with their production of 'Inherit the Wind'.…

Review: DISASTER! THE MUSICAL at Ridgefield Theater Barn

Review: DISASTER! THE MUSICAL at Ridgefield Theater Barn

by Sherry Shameer Cohen · September 18, 2026

If you are old enough to remember the disaster movies and the disco songs of the '70s, you'll love this show. If you are too young to remember, you will still love this show.…

Review: Salt-N-Pepa, TLC, and En Vogue Hit the Stage At Mohegan Sun Arena

Review: Salt-N-Pepa, TLC, and En Vogue Hit the Stage At Mohegan Sun Arena

by Carissa Chesanek · September 1, 2026

Over the weekend, female hip-hop group Salt-N-Pepa co-headlined with r&b group TLC for the 'It's Iconic' tour at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. The evening began with a DJ spinning a mix of old-school jams to pump up the crowd for the main event. …

Past Shows

32 total · showing 21–30

IMMIGRANT STORIES - Selim Noujaim

Oct 15

IMMIGRANT STORIES showcases the journey of Selim Noujaim, who emigrated from Lebanon to Waterbury in pursuit of love. A former state representative and successful businessman, Noujaim reflects on his life and contributions to the community over five decades. This presentation...

Hadestown

Oct 3

The new national tour of Hadestown will launch at the Palace Theatre in Waterbury, CT, on October 3, 2024. This acclaimed musical, featuring a cast led by Nickolaus Colón as Hades, Megan Colton as Eurydice, and Jaylon C. Crump as Hermes, reimagines the ancient tale of love and...

2nd Act Series - Carol Ziske

Sep 17

The 2nd Act Series featuring Carol Ziske will take place on September 17, 2024, at the Palace Theater. With a career spanning over five decades, Ziske is a renowned director, choreographer, actor, and educator who exemplifies the art of reinvention and the pursuit of creativity...

IMMIGRANT STORIES - Neema Syovata

Sep 14

IMMIGRANT STORIES features Neema Syovata, a Kenyan American food writer and researcher who uses her culinary expertise to explore and celebrate the rich traditions and histories of African cuisines, particularly from East Africa. Her compelling narratives dive into the...

i WROTE THAT! Series - Susan Granger

Sep 7

The i WROTE THAT! Series at Palace Theater features an engaging author talk with Susan Granger on September 7, 2024. A child actress turned renowned journalist and film critic, Granger has spent over forty years critiquing the film industry and publishing insightful reviews. Her...

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT SERIES - Summer’s Comedy Series

Aug 22

The Community Spotlight Series features Summer’s Comedy Series, an open mic night dedicated to showcasing regional comedians. Hosted by Summer Orlando, this event invites both seasoned stand-up comics and newcomers to share their talents in the intimate Poli Club. Set for August...

I WROTE THAT! AUTHOR TALK SERIES: CHRIS BELDEN

Feb 4

Chris Belden leads an insightful evening at the Palace Theater on February 4, 2024, as part of the "I Wrote That!" author talk series. This event showcases the writings and performances of former inmates from Garner Correctional Institution, featuring excerpts from the...

The Confrontation

Feb 4

An evening of storytelling unfolds at the Palace Theater on February 4, 2024, featuring performances by former inmates of Garner Correctional Institution. Guided by Chris Belden and Mark Aldrich, the presentation revolves around the collection *Closer to Freedom: Prose & Poetry...

ORCHESTRA LUMOS PRESENTS MARIA FRIEDMAN IN CONCERT

ORCHESTRA LUMOS PRESENTS MARIA FRIEDMAN IN CONCERT

Sep 24

Direct from her smash, London sell-out run of Legacy at the Menier Chocolate Factory Theatre featuring the music of Marvin Hamlisch, Michel Legrand and Stephen Sondheim. Join Maria Friedman as she recalls her experiences with three of the greatest songwriters of all time.

The Wiz

The Wiz

Mar 13 – Mar 15, 2020

Waterbury, CT :The students of Waterbury Arts Magnet School are preparing a spring musical certain to please those who love musicals, and those who love classic 70s-era soul and funk music-- and it brings a unique vision of the classic story of The Wizard of Oz. On Friday and...

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