Eddie Jaku, a German-Jewish survivor of Auschwitz concentration camp, considers himself “The Happiest Man on Earth”, despite losing his family, friends, and country to the Holocaust. In this one-man show, Jaku takes us through the day he was taken by the Nazis and his seven...
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. …
Jesus Christ Superstar is such an iconic and ambitious show that you often know what to look for the moment you sit down. At the end of the night, Jesus Christ Supoerstar at CTC was a roaring success and a fan favorite for those who came to see it!…
On Saturday, August 1st, I had the pleasure of seeing the hilarious production called THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL, as performed by the Castle Craig Players at the Almira F. Stephan Memorial Playhouse in Meriden, CT. Director Bobby Shultz, assistant director Melanie Del Sole, music direct…
On Saturday, July 25th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal musical at Musicals at Richter, MARY POPPINS! The outdoor ambiance at Musicals at Richter tremendously enhances my enjoyment of these productions, seeing these shows under the stars on clear nights! The moving set is elabora…
On Thursday, July 23rd, I had the pleasure of experiencing another phenomenally-performed show at Center Stage Theatre, in Shelton, CT, THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL. Directors Rob Esposito and Katie Sedlock combine their talents with the rest of the crew and this amazing young cast to give the audience yet…
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The best thing about reviewing new works is that you can go into it with a clean slate. What I witnessed was a smart production by an experienced cast and crew, with an engaged audience: The holy trinity for a successful new play.…
The Summer Theatre Of New Canaan's production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL is a must-see or must-see again for all ages.…
On Saturday, July 11th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal production at Musicals at Richter, in Danbury, 1776. Seeing this show at this outdoor venue on a clear night is a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Robert Bria designed the set, which primarily depicts the inside of Independe…
“Live, live, live!” That is the story of Auntie Mame. Everyone is so preoccupied with doing the right thing these days, setting themselves up for success and grinding until there is nothing left, that they forget to make the most of the time we have!…
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The Wild Party is a darkly brilliant musical by Andrew Lippa, based on the poem by Joseph Moncure March, set in the Prohibition Era and exploring the dangers of excess, love, and betrayal through a jazz score. The production is directed by Co-Founder and Co-Artistic Director...
We invite you to join us for the hottest fundraiser of the year- named one of the top three Best of Hartford Charity Events - Encore! All proceeds benefit Playhouse on Park and Playhouse Theatre Academy. Raise a pint! We’re beyond excited to bring Encore! home to West Hartford...
Playhouse on Park's Theatre for Young Audience Series A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD Book and lyrics by Willie Reale Music by Robert Reale Based on the books by Arnold Lobel Directed by Kevin Cronin (née Barlowski) Arnold Lobel’s beloved characters hop from the page to the stage as...
Arnold Lobel’s beloved characters hop from the page to the stage as best friends Frog and Toad navigate four fun-filled seasons. 3-time Tony Award Nominee, including Best Musical From swimming to raking leaves to baking cookies, best friends Frog and Toad do everything together...
Drawing from Petersen family archives and new research, Chuck Coursey, host and producer of West Hartford’s history podcast Troutbrook Tales, and Mary Donohue, West Hartford Town Historian, share the history of Danish immigrant Andrew C. Petersen’s dairy empire. The lecture will...
2025 - 2026 Comedy Series Playhouse on Park Comedy Nights include 2-3 comedians offering 90 minutes of laughs! Tickets are $20, reserved seating, and BYOB! Saturday, May 30, 2026 @ 8:00pm Jody Sloane and Earl David Reed 2025-2026 Comedy Series sponsered by BUDR Cannabis JODY...
In collaboration with Charter Oak Cultural Center and the Jewish Plays Project, Playhouse on Park hosts the Hartford Jewish Playwriting Contest. The Hartford Community Readers Panel has chosen three finalists: Flatbush Lysistrata by Lila Rachel Becker, Havurah by Margot...
Based on the critically-acclaimed book by John D’Agata and Jim Fingal. An eager intern at a top literary magazine is given a career-making assignment: fact- checking a new work by celebrated author John D’Agata, who has just written a groundbreaking magazine essay. But is the...
In conversation with Playhouse on Park’s production of The Lifespan of a Fact Tuesday, April 28th at 7:00 pm. Reception beginning at 6:00 pm, dessert reception to follow the discussion. Free admission. RSVP to boxoffice@playhousetheatregroup.org or 860-523-5900 ext.10
THE MOUNTAINTOP by Katori Hall Directed by JAMIL A.C. MANGAN It’s April 3, 1968, and an exhausted Dr. King retires to his room at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis after delivering one of his most memorable speeches. When a mysterious young maid named Camae delivers room service...
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Driving Miss Daisy Cabaret on Main Theater (9/17-10/04) |
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The Prom The Little Theatre of Manchester (11/06-11/22) |
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Both TheaterWorks Hartford (6/03-7/03) |
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Mamma Mia! Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts [Mortensen Hall] (10/20-10/25) |
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Moon Over Buffalo Goshen Players (10/10-10/25) |
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Avenue Q A.C.T. of Connecticut (2/04-3/07) |
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Harmony: A New Musical Music Theatre of CT (9/11-9/27) |
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Hocus Pocus Live! an all-new parody musical Warner Theatre (9/26-9/27) |
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The Sound of an Anklet Live & In Color (9/18-9/20) |
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Sunday Broadway Concert Series with John McDaniel, starring Sam Gravitte Legacy Theatre (10/18-10/18) |
