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Review: ARSENIC AND OLD LACE at The Candlelight Theatre

Review: ARSENIC AND OLD LACE at The Candlelight Theatre

by Rosanne DellAversano · May 19, 2026

It doesn’t matter if you know the stage version, or the movie version, or don’t know anything about it, just know ARSENIC AND OLD LACE has an easy to follow plot that leads you down a path of hijinks straight to your funny bone.…

Review: RIDE THE CYCLONE, THE MUSICAL at Wilmington Drama League

Review: RIDE THE CYCLONE, THE MUSICAL at Wilmington Drama League

by Rosanne DellAversano · April 28, 2026

For many, the wild and unpredictable ride of a roller coaster is exhilarating and euphoric, while for others, it is traumatic and elicits multiple phobic fears. The musical RIDE THE CYCLONE is very much like a roller coaster in that the mindset of the viewer makes all the difference. Labeled as a �…

Review: 1776 at Walnut Street Theatre

Review: 1776 at Walnut Street Theatre

by Greer Firestone · April 26, 2026

The Walnut Street Theatre’s opening night production of 1776 is, quite simply, magnificent. It arrives not merely as a theatrical event, but as something more essential—an experience that feels necessary.…

Review: THE CHEQUERBOARD WATCH at Delaware Theatre Company

Review: THE CHEQUERBOARD WATCH at Delaware Theatre Company

by Greer Firestone · April 20, 2026

George Abbott earned the reputation of Broadway’s “show doctor” in the 1950s because he had an uncanny ability to fix troubled musicals quickly and commercially. Producers would bring him in—often late in rehearsals or even during out-of-town tryouts—to tighten scripts, sharpen comedy, res…

Review: CABARET at Smyrna Opera House

Review: CABARET at Smyrna Opera House

by Greer Firestone · April 14, 2026

The Smyrna Opera House’s Cabaret isn’t just good—it’s a minor miracle. This is their first musical in years, and instead of easing back in with something safe, they went straight for one of the most stylistically demanding, tonally complex shows in the canon. And they pulled it off with grit…

Review: POTUS at The Contemporary

Review: POTUS at The Contemporary

by Greer Firestone · March 10, 2026

Producing a play called POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive in today’s political climate takes nerve. Aisle Say applauds Kerry Kristine McElone and the Board of City Theatre for having exactly that kind of chutzpah. Mounting this razor-edged farce at a mo…

Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Wilmington Drama League

Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Wilmington Drama League

by Rosanne DellAversano · December 18, 2025

Disney’s The Little Mermaid, loosely based on the fairytale of Hans Christian Andersen, tells the simple story of the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, and her longing to leave her ocean home and live in the world above with humans.…

Review: CHICAGO at The Contemporary

Review: CHICAGO at The Contemporary

by Greer Firestone · December 15, 2025

City Theatre Company’s CHICAGO was met with a warm audience response on opening night—and deservedly so. Now celebrating its 32nd year, CTC has long occupied a vital place in Delaware’s theatrical landscape, with current Artistic Director Kerri Kristine McElrone integral to the company since i…

Past Shows

Between The Lines A New Musical

Between The Lines A New Musical

Jun 5 – Jun 14, 2026

Delaware Premiere is coming to Griffin Theatre!Step into a world where fairy tales come alive, reality and fiction blur, and one teenager discovers the courage...

Children's Letters to God

Children's Letters to God

Apr 17 – Apr 26, 2026

Based on the international bestselling book by Stuart Hample and Eric Marshall, Children's Letters to God is a charming musical revue that explores the humor, confusion, and...

Matilda The Musical

Matilda The Musical

Mar 6 – Mar 15, 2026

Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical is a witty and whimsical stage adaptation of his beloved novel, featuring a Tony Award-winning book by Dennis Kelly and original...

Into The Woods Jr.

Into The Woods Jr.

Jan 16 – Jan 25, 2026

This Amazing Cast goes on a magical journey with Into the Woods JR., where favorite fairy tales come to life with fun, laughter, & adventure.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Dec 12 – Dec 20, 2025

A Charlie Brown Christmas is a live adaptation of the classic cartoon. Charlie Brown is feeling sad about how commercialized Christmas has become, so his friend...

The Secret Garden Spring Edition

The Secret Garden Spring Edition

Nov 7 – Nov 16, 2025

Frances Hodgson Burnett’s beloved classic The Secret Garden comes to life on stage, telling the story of Mary Lennox, a lonely orphan sent to live with her...

Madagascar A Musical Adventure

Madagascar A Musical Adventure

Sep 12 – Sep 21, 2025

Madagascar A Musical AdventureJoin Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo, and those hilarious plotting penguins as they bound out...

Pinkalicious The Musical

Pinkalicious The Musical

Jul 25 – Aug 3, 2025

Pinkalicious The Musical is a fun-filled, family-friendly show based on the beloved children’s book Pinkalicious by Victoria and Elizabeth Kann. The story follows Pinkalicious, a young girl who...

Pinkalicious The Musical

Pinkalicious The Musical

May 11 – May 18, 2025

Pinkalicious The MusicalPinkalicious The Musical is a fun-filled, family-friendly show based on the beloved children’s book Pinkalicious by Victoria and Elizabeth Kann. The story follows Pinkalicious, a young...

Ruthless The Musical

Ruthless The Musical

Apr 11 – Apr 27, 2025

Ruthless The MusicalRuthless The Musical! is a darkly comedic musical that follows the story of young Tina Denmark, a seemingly sweet and talented girl who dreams...

Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach

Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach

Mar 14 – Mar 23, 2025

James and The Giant PeachIn this delightful stage adaptation, Roald Dahl’s classic tale is faithfully told by James himself, along with the insect characters –...

Miracle on 34th St

Miracle on 34th St

Dec 13 – Dec 22, 2024

"This is a tale that we want to believe in, that creates a world we seem to desperately desire, free of the blatant commercialism that...

The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition

The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition

Nov 15 – Nov 24, 2024

Revisit memories of the first time you ever watched the show or movie—The Wizard of Oz.  Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they...

Annie Jr.

Annie Jr.

Dec 8 – Dec 17, 2023

“Annie JR.” is a heartwarming tale of hope, family, and the belief that even in the toughest times, tomorrow will be better.

Willy Wonka

Willy Wonka

Oct 27 – Nov 12, 2023

Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka is a delightful stage adaptation that brings thebeloved story of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” to life with a vibrant mixof music, humor,...

Disney's Descendant the Musical

Disney's Descendant the Musical

Sep 15 – Oct 1, 2023

Disney’s Descendants: The Musical is an electrifying stage adaptation of the popular Disney Channel movie franchise “Descendants.” Set in the magical kingdom of Auradon, the...

Clue On Stage

Clue On Stage

Apr 21 – Apr 30, 2023

Join us for an unforgettable night of mystery and intrigue at The Griffin Theatre’s production of Clue. Based on the beloved board game and classic...

The Lightning Thief

The Lightning Thief

Feb 11 – Feb 20, 2022

As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he cant control, a destiny he doesnt want, and a mythology textbooks...

Twas the Night Before Christmas

Twas the Night Before Christmas

Nov 9 – Nov 18, 2018

Join the Griffin Theatre in this Special Gift to our community–for ONLY a $2 donation! It’s four days before Christmas, and the New York Evening...

Monster Mash Cabaret

Monster Mash Cabaret

Oct 29 – Oct 30, 2018

Monster Mash Cabaret October 29 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm EDT $10 October 29@ 7:30pm Have a frightenlingly good time at our Monster Mash...

The Wizard of Oz

The Wizard of Oz

Oct 12 – Oct 28, 2018

Join us at the Griffin Theatre for the family friendly classic–The Wizard of Oz. It is the perfect show for you and your munchkin to...

Cartoon Craze Cabaret

Cartoon Craze Cabaret

Sep 28 – Sep 30, 2018

“Flintstones meet the Flintstones they’re the modern stone age family…” Our Cartoon Craze Cabaret theme is anything cartoon! From Disney, to Pixar to Dreamworks to...

Stinky Kids, the Musical

Stinky Kids, the Musical

Aug 17 – Aug 26, 2018

Britt loves making everyone happy. But this girl who never gets in trouble is in a sticky situation – literally: She woke up with an...

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