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Fort Wayne Civic Theatre

303 E Main St
Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is a theatre in Fort Wayne, IN.

Upcoming Shows

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER

Nov 7 – Nov 22, 2026

Because of his shiny nose, Rudolph doesn't feel like he belongs in Christmastown and sets off to find a place that accepts him. Along his journey, he encounters fellow misfits, only to realize that home is where he has belonged the whole time. When a storm threatens to keep...

1984

1984

Jan 15 – Jan 24, 2027

Based on the iconic novel by George Orwell, 1984 brings us the story of Winston Smith, a cog in the giant machine state of Oceania. Physically and mentally under the omnipresent eye of Big Brother, Winston has been caught struggling for scraps of love and freedom in a world...

Present Laughter

Present Laughter

Feb 5 – Feb 14, 2027

A revolving door of doting fans, a looming tour in Africa, and the crushing threat of being middle-aged in the entertainment industry are just the beginning of the hilarious spiral of life that threatens to spin out of control for actor Garry Essendine. This farcical play with...

Always... Patsy Cline

Always... Patsy Cline

Mar 13 – Mar 28, 2027

This musical comedy follows the true story of country music star Patsy Cline and her longtime friend, Louise Seger, who wrote letters to one another after a chance meeting early in Cline’s career. Featuring 27 of Cline’s most well-known songs, including “Crazy,” “Walkin’ After...

Peter and the Starcatcher

Peter and the Starcatcher

May 7 – May 23, 2027

This Tony-Award winning play with music sets the stage for adventure, imagination, and the enduring hope that finds us in our darkest moments. Beautifully theatrical staging shows how a miserable orphan boy turns into our favorite childhood mischief maker, Peter Pan, complete...

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Articles

Review: KIM'S CONVENIENCE at Indiana Repertory Theatre

Review: KIM'S CONVENIENCE at Indiana Repertory Theatre

by Melissa Hall · October 27, 2026

The 90-minute play is a beautifully crafted ode to family and all the complicated ways it shapes and frustrates us. It explores the season of trying to build your own life while balancing the weight of your parents’ expectations.…

Review: CATS Makes a Triumphant Return at Beef & Boards

Review: CATS Makes a Triumphant Return at Beef & Boards

by The Marriage Matinee · October 13, 2026

There are some shows that demand an extraordinary amount from their performers, and Cats is certainly one of them. This weekend, we had the opportunity to see the production at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, and it was genuinely impressive.…

Review: Join the Circle of Life with THE LION KING at Murat Theatre

Review: Join the Circle of Life with THE LION KING at Murat Theatre

by The Marriage Matinee · October 4, 2026

There really isn't a better word for the experience than amazing. From the costumes and puppetry to the lighting, scenery, music, and sheer number of moving parts, THE LION KING is an extraordinary piece of theatrical craftsmanship.…

Review: THE DA VINCI CODE at Indiana Repertory Theatre

Review: THE DA VINCI CODE at Indiana Repertory Theatre

by Melissa Hall · September 30, 2026

First, it was a runaway best-selling novel, then a globetrotting film starring Tom Hanks; now the newest iteration of The Da Vinci Code makes its way to the stage. The Indiana Repertory Theater’s season opener is a fast-paced thriller that tackles symbolism throughout the ages as a professor gets …

Review: EVERYBODY'S FAVORITE MOTHER at Phoenix Theatre

Review: EVERYBODY'S FAVORITE MOTHER at Phoenix Theatre

by Melissa Hall · September 8, 2026

On the surface, it's a play about gay rights, but at its heart it's about supporting the people you love. Don’t discount the way you can change the world around you if you’re willing to fight for what you believe.…

Review: HEIST at Constellation Stage & Screen

Review: HEIST at Constellation Stage & Screen

by Lawana Penrod · September 9, 2026

Heist has a very cinematic feel to it throughout the show with its creative use of digital media. Clever interactive pieces in the lobby draws the audience into the story from the moment they arrive.…

Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre

Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre

by Melissa Hall · July 21, 2026

Sometimes you just need to laugh. When that’s the case, The Play That Goes Wrong does not disappoint. The show is still a smash hit on Broadway and the current Beef & Boards production embraces the madcap entertainment in its current production.…

Review: Can’t Stop the Feelings: & JULIET Takes the Stage at Clowes

Review: Can’t Stop the Feelings: & JULIET Takes the Stage at Clowes

by The Marriage Matinee · June 18, 2026

What do Shakespeare, pop music, hip hop dance moves, confetti, and comedy have in common? They are all prominent features in & JULIET! This powerhouse of a jukebox musical has made it to the stage , and audiences are electrified by this production.…

Past Shows

COME FROM AWAY

COME FROM AWAY

Sep 18 – Sep 27, 2026

Welcome to the rock—a safe space at the end of the world. 9/11/2001…38 airplanes, 6,579 stranded passengers from 100 countries, 1 small town in Newfoundland. Come From Away is based on the true story of the time when the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland, played host to...

GREASE

GREASE

Jul 17 – Aug 2, 2026

Get ready for a time-traveling, hip-shaking, heart-pounding extravaganza with Grease —where the ’50s come alive with unforgettable songs, electrifying dance numbers, and a whole lot of attitude! Relive the timeless story of bad boy Danny and new girl Sandy as they navigate love...

Elton John and Tim Rice's AIDA

Elton John and Tim Rice's AIDA

May 8 – May 17, 2026

Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida is an epic tale of love, loyalty, and betrayal, chronicling the love triangle between Aida, a Nubian princess stolen from her country, Amneris, an Egyptian princess, and Radames, the soldier they both love. In this pop opera, inspired by Verdi's...

FOOTLOOSE

FOOTLOOSE

Mar 7 – Mar 22, 2026

Every body cut loose! When Ren McCormack moves to a small town where the local government has banned dancing and rock music, he leads his classmates around the law and Reverend Shaw Moore to have a real senior prom. Based on the film of the same title, this bold new modern...

THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION

THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION

Feb 6 – Feb 15, 2026

A moving story of courage, friendship, and hope, The Shawshank Redemption revolves around Andy Dufresne, who is convicted of murdering his wife and her lover and sent to the notorious Shawshank Prison to serve two life sentences. Stripped of his life, family, and freedom, he is...

Disney's FROZEN

Disney's FROZEN

Nov 8 – Nov 23, 2025

Full of magic, humor, and a stunning musical score, Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and finding the real meaning of true love. Set in the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Frozen tells the story of royal sisters Elsa and Anna, who are torn apart by...

MISERY

MISERY

Sep 12 – Sep 28, 2025

A cabin. Colorado. And your worst nightmare. This must-see psychological thriller follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash that leaves him unable to walk, and wakes in the secluded home of Annie Wilkes, his self-proclaimed “number one...

Jimmy Buffett's ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE

Jimmy Buffett's ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE

Jul 11 – Jul 13, 2025

Set your mind to Island Time! Tully, a smooth-talking, guitar-strumming beach bum who loves his carefree, island life plays in the house band at the run-down Margaritaville Hotel. Rachel is a hardworking environmental scientist who visits the island for some R&R…and a chance to...

Annie

Annie

Nov 4 – Nov 8, 2020

Leapin’ lizards! The popular comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world’s best-loved musicals. Annie is a spunky Depression-era orphan determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City orphanage run by the cruel...

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SIX (Boleyn Tour) in Indianapolis SIX (Boleyn Tour)
Indiana University Auditorium (11/12-11/15)
Stories with Megan Wells in Indianapolis Stories with Megan Wells
Storytelling Arts of Indiana (3/13-3/13)
The 2nd Annual Celebration of the Indy Story Slam in Indianapolis The 2nd Annual Celebration of the Indy Story Slam
Storytelling Arts of Indiana (1/10-1/10)
Gravity in Indianapolis Gravity
Payne & Mencias Palladium (4/03-4/03)
Peter and the Starcatcher in Indianapolis Peter and the Starcatcher
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