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The Haunting
A classic tale of terror inspired by some of Charles Dickens' most haunting works, written by Hugh Janes and directed by Matt Wallace. In an ancient, crumbling mansion, two men stumble across a dark and terrifying secret that will change their lives forever. David Filde is...
Dracula: A Comic Thriller Starring Shirley Holmes & Jennie Watson
Having munched their way through most of the population in Transylvania, Count Dracula and his loyal band of groupies, the Draculettes, have set their sights on the bright lights of London. But, alas, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson, the renowned sleuthing duo, are...
CARRIE: THE MUSICAL
From the twisted imagination of Stephen King comes a tale of terror, power, and teenage rage like no other. CARRIE: THE MUSICAL thrusts you into the world of Carrie White — the shy outsider bullied at school and tormented at home by her fanatically religious mother. But when she...
Dead as a Dodo
Presented by Obie Award-winning company Wakka Wakka, this Halloween season production takes audiences on a journey through the underworld, a dark realm filled with glittering light and mystery where the dead are very much alive. Two skeleton friends, a dodo and a boy, are drawn...
The Crucible
In the rigid world of Salem, Massachusetts, a single accusation sets off a chain reaction that consumes an entire community. As paranoia spreads and authority goes unchecked, long-held tensions surface, alliances fracture, and the line between truth and survival becomes...
Golden Girls The Laughs Continue
The Golden Girls are back in an all-new show! 2026 finds Sophia out on bail, after being busted by the DEA for running a drug ring at Shady Pines. Blanche and Rose have founded CreakN, a thriving sex app for seniors. And Dorothy is trying to hold it all together, with help from...
ARTHUR & FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL
Derby Dinner Playhouse will open their 2026-27 Children’s Musical Theatre Series with “Arthur & Friends Make A Musical” on October 3, 2026. Public performances run October 3, 10, 17, 19, 24, 31, November 7, 2026. For ticket information please call 812-288-8281 or visit...
Mountain Mamas
Mountain Mamas by Daryl Lisa Fazio tells the story of three generations of female coal miners reckoning with what the coal industry has given them and taken away. The leading lady, Patsy, is a rambunctious and opinionated mother who loses the ability to move or communicate after...
The Music Man, Jr.
There's trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian in this adaptation of the Tony Award-winning Broadway classic! Featuring some of musical theatre’s most iconic songs and a story filled with wit, warmth and good old-fashioned...
Leanne Morgan
You've seen them on your FYPs, now they're heading up the stage. The talk of the town, Leanne Morgan is coming to Louisville for a massive headlining show at KFC Yum! Center. Raved for her endearing takes on all things about life, motherhood, marriage, and everyday chaos, the...
The Best Gift: A Christmas Carol Musical
Experience the magic of A Christmas Carol like never before in The Best Gift: A Christmas Carol Musical , the all-ages musical returning for its second enchanting season with Ramsey Theatre Company. This fresh adaptation features original songs, heartfelt storytelling, and a...
97.5 WAMZ Acoustic Jam
Country and folk staples are making big waves this 2026 because 97.5 WAMZ Acoustic Jam will be hitting the road this winter! Headlined by Grand Ole Opry member Chris Janson and featuring Kameron Marlowe, The Band Perry, Craig Campbell, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Austin Williams...
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
The six unruly, delinquent Herdman siblings ("the worst kids in the history of the world") crash Sunday school for free snacks and hijack the lead roles in the town's annual Christmas pageant. Reluctant director Grace Bradley and the community must survive the chaos and see the...
A Christmas Carol
Based on Charles Dickens' classic tale and adapted by Lavina Jadhwani, this production follows Scrooge as his disdain for Christmas is challenged by enchanting ghosts, a lively ensemble of characters, and the music of the season. The acclaimed adaptation embraces generosity...
A Christmas Carol
A ridiculous but surprisingly faithful rendition of the Dickens classic. Ebenezer Scrooge is haunted by the ghosts of Jacob Marley, Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and the Spirit of Christmas Yet to Come. Faced with his own mortality and the evil results of his misanthropic...
A Christmas Carol
In Patrick Barlow's comic and delightful adaptation of A Christmas Carol, every character but Scrooge is played by a rag tag team of actors balancing multiple hats. The production is inventive, playful, imaginative, and full of heart. The play is directed by Jade Ellis.
A Christmas Story: The Musical
A Christmas Story: The Musical is a nostalgic and humorous holiday tale suitable for the whole family. The production is part of Derby Dinner Playhouse's 52nd season lineup.
Waitress
Inspired by the beloved film and featuring music by Grammy® Award winner Sara Bareilles, WAITRESS tells the story of Jenna, an expert pie maker who dreams of a way out of her small town. A baking contest and the town’s new doctor may offer her a fresh start, but Jenna must...
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
Randle P. McMurphy, a rebellious petty criminal, fakes insanity to serve his short sentence in a mental institution rather than a prison. Once inside, he clashes directly with the authoritarian Nurse Ratched. He rallies the other patients to rebel against the ward's rigid rules...
Stagecraft Tools for the Apocalypse
This hands-on public workshop series teaches practical theatrical crafts in a welcoming environment where no prior experience is required. Sessions cover an eclectic range of skills including upholstery basics, puppet-making, sustainable gifting, and electrics basics, with the...
The Cottage
The Cottage is a fast-paced British farce delivering plenty of wit and romantic misadventures. The production is part of Derby Dinner Playhouse's 52nd season lineup.
Primary Trust
This Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Eboni Booth tells the story of Kenneth, a man whose quiet routine of working in a small-town bookstore and sipping mai tais at the local tiki bar is upended when he suddenly loses his job, forcing him to face a universe of unfamiliar...
HIT SHOW
HIT SHOW is a new musical written by Billy Recce, directed by Eamon Foley, making its joint world premiere at The Carnegie and Southern Plains Productions in Spring 2027. The show is a jazz-fueled fever dream inspired by the 1963 kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr. and set against...
Misery
This psychological thriller based on Stephen King’s novel Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash and wakes up captive in a secluded home owned by his self-identified “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes. While Paul is convalescing...
Little Shop of Horrors
Little Shop of Horrors is a cult classic musical combining tongue-in-cheek comedy and unforgettable music. The production is part of Derby Dinner Playhouse's 52nd season lineup.
Latest Kentucky Reviews
Review: MISERY at Derby Dinner Playhouse
When you think of classic thrillers and horror stories, one that will undoubtedly come up is Stephen King’s Misery. It’s one of the most influential horror novels of all time, and additionally, gained massive popularity for its film adaptation starring Kathy Bates and James Caan.…
Review: HEARTBREAK HOTEL at Derby Dinner Playhouse
What did our caIn the ever-growing list of bio-jukebox musicals, it was only a matter of time before the king of Rock and Roll got his very own. Heartbreak Hotel tells the story of Elvis Presley from childhood all the way through the late 60s, chronicling his meteoric rise to fame. The show explores…
Review: THE OUTSIDERS at Kentucky Performing Arts Presented by Broadway in Louisville
What did our critic think of THE OUTSIDERS at Broadway In Louisville At Kentucky Performing Arts?…
Review: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at The Carnegie
I’ll admit, La Cage aux Folles was one of my musical theatre blind spots. It’s truly a legendary and iconic musical that I’ve somehow just never crossed paths with. I’m so thrilled that the current production at The Carnegie was my introduction, because I truly believe I got to see a faith…
Review: MURDER FOR TWO at The Carnegie
What did our critic think of MURDER FOR TWO at The Carnegie?…
Review: HAMILTON Presented by Broadway Across America at Kentucky Performing Arts
This being the third time it’s played Louisville, I couldn’t help but be amazed at its lasting impression. The opening night performance was near sold out, and the audience was hungry for it. …
Review: Broadway in Cincinnati presents SUFFS at The Aronoff Center
It is always baffling to me, the things that history books don’t teach us. How can something so important within the history of our country be overlooked? This was one of many conversations I had last night after attending the opening night performance of Suffs in Cincinnati. …
Broadway Beyond Louisville Review: Broadway in Cincinnati presents WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The Aronoff Center
Having first seen Water for Elephants: The Musical on an early tour stop in Louisville, KY, I came to the Arnoff Center with a sense of familiarity for the show. But also, very curious about how it might resonate a second time.…
Review: HAIRSPRAY at Derby Dinner Playhouse
What did our critic think of HAIRSPRAY at Derby Dinner Playhouse?…
Review: WAVE AFTER WAVE at Actors Theatre Of Louisville
What did our critic think of WAVE AFTER WAVE at Actors Theatre Of Louisville?…
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Misery Derby Dinner Playhouse (9/30-11/08) |
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CARRIE: THE MUSICAL The Carnegie (10/23-11/01) |
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Come From Away Clarksville Little Theatre (4/02-4/11) |
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Misery SKYPAC (3/19-3/20) |
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Disney's The Little Mermaid SKYPAC (6/26-6/27) |
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Dracula: A Comic Thriller Starring Shirley Holmes & Jennie Watson Oldham County Youth Theatre (10/29-10/31) |
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Leanne Morgan KFC Yum! Center (11/20-11/20) |
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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Clarksville Little Theatre (1/29-2/07) |
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ARTHUR & FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL Derby Dinner Playhouse (10/03-11/07) PHOTOS |
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Golden Girls The Laughs Continue Paramount Arts Center (11/04-11/04) VIDEOS |
