About the Theatre
Arc Stages is a multifaceted arts organization in Pleasantville, New York, which is composed of three theatre companies under one roof. The Next Stage: a professional theatre company that endeavors to produce high quality contemporary theatre as well as new works, cabaret, workshops and staged readings. The Community Stage: a community theatre company for actors, singers and technicians from all walks of life that offers the best in American musicals and dramas. The Educational Stage: an educational theatre company where students of all ages (youth and adult) can explore the world of theatre though a professional rehearsal process, master classes, outreach and intensive ensemble work. These three theatres, all under one roof, strive to better serve the community and its artistic needs. We are thrilled to be your artistic haven and look forward to creating more exciting, transformative theatre!
Review: PERFECT ARRANGEMENT Is Perfectly Enjoyable at Elmwood Playhouse
by Bruce Apar - January 20, 2026
Both author Topher Payne and director Paul Russo offset the seemingly dark and heavy-handed state of affairs at the state department with effective, tongue-in-cheek deftness. The seriousness of the subject matter is no less impactful when filtered through light moments laced with wit that is deliver...
Review: JEEVES AND WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE at Schoolhouse Theater
by Bruce Apar - December 11, 2025
Those dramatis personae (ha!) and more are animated to a fare thee well by only two – count ‘em – two actors, Mr. Guy and Mr. Lang, who bring to their poly-personality assignments proficient physical suppleness and chameleon-like chops. I started to keep track of how many characters they essay...
Past Shows
Dancing Lessons
Feb 1 – Feb 16, 2019
Arc Stages to present Dancing Lessons by Mark St. Germain, beginning February 1. Pleasantville, N.Y. Pleasantville theater company Arc Stages presents Dancing Lessons to continue...
The 1940's Radio Hour
Nov 30 – Dec 2, 2018
The 1940's Radio Hour is a marvelously theatrical and winning show, a play with music by Walton Jones. Full of 1940s music, dancing, and commercials...
Sondheim Unplugged
Nov 3
A celebrated New York event since 2010, the Broadway World & Bistro Award-winning series Sondheim Unplugged delves into the musical world of Broadway’s master composer....
Forbidden Broadway
Sep 28 – Oct 13, 2018
Forbidden Broadway at Arc Stages! Just when Broadway thought it was safe from the poison pen of funny-man Gerard Alessandrini, Forbidden Broadway is back, this...
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