The Hater at The Addison Performing Arts Centre - Studio Theatre

A modern (postmodern?) adaptation (bastardization?) of Molière’s THE MISANTHROPE set on a current-day liberal arts college campus. Contemporary foibles and trigger warnings abound as Al, a professor of history, takes dead aim at the right, the left, and every irrational and annoying thing in between (except himself, of course!). It’s a timely, cathartic, and hilarious retelling of the Molière classic.

This play is presented as part of the Circle of Laughter Festival: Simply Staged. Seriously Funny.

We are excited to turn the Addison Circle into the Circle of Laughter, with a festival of readings of 4 new comedies allowing our playwrights, actors, and audience to help new works find a voice. Simply Staged. Seriously Funny. The Festival Pass (accessed by the Subscriptions Tab at the top of the ticketing page) provides the opportunity to select 1 seat for 1 performance of each of the 4 shows. It also provides the opportunity for input into determining the award for the festival -- although at core this is a festival where everyone walks out a winner.

Dates:

• Sat. May 30th 2026, 2:00 pm
• Wed. Jun 3rd 2026, 8:00 pm
• Sat. Jun 6th 2026, 8:00 pm
• Wed. Jun 10th 2026, 8:00 pm
• Sat. Jun 13th 2026, 8:00 pm