Comedies, Classics, a Thriller, and more MUSICALS than ever!
FOREVER EVERLY: The Everly Brothers Rockumentary
Previews: Sept. 15 – 17, 2026 | Runs Sept. 18 – Oct. 25, 2026 | In the ArtStage Studio Theatre
A glorious blend of live music and film, Forever Everly is like no other show you’ve seen before. Get to know the ins and outs of the famous duo in a beautifully crafted documentary, while talented actor-musicians, Jared Mancuso and Nick Gallardo perform the unforgettable music of The Everly Brothers, Paul Simon, The Beatles and more…right along with the movie! A one-of-a-kind experience you won’t want to miss! Featuring hit songs like “Bye Bye Love,” Wake Up Little Susie,” “Until I Kissed You.”
Neil Simon’s THE STAR-SPANGLED GIRL
Previews: Oct 20 – 22, 2026 | Runs Oct. 23 – Nov. 8, 2026
In the Historic Arcade Theatre
This fast-moving, hilarious comedy follows two earnest young men struggling to put out a “protest” magazine in 1960s San Francisco. But the all-American girl – and former Olympic swimmer – who moves in next door sends the boys into a romantic tailspin. Love and politics clash delightfully in this masterful romantic comedy from the mind of America’s most beloved and prolific comedy writer, Neil Simon! “Charm, brightness, deft inventiveness and capacity for good, honest hilarity.” –New York Post
WAIT UNTIL DARK
by Frederick Knott | Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher
Previews: Nov. 24 & 25, 2026 | Runs Nov. 27 – Dec. 13, 2026 | In the Historic Arcade Theatre
The classic thriller comes to vivid new life in this chilling new adaptation. Set in 1944 Greenwich Village, Susan and Sam Hendrix’s unassuming apartment conceals a prize that thieves and con men would kill for. Using deception and disguise, a trio of crooks hatch a devious plot to make a heist – but must wait until dark. Based on an Academy Award-winning film and a Tony-winning Broadway play, this adaptation will have audiences on the edge of their seats until the play’s famous nail-biting conclusion. “A first-rate shocker… the suspense drama we’ve long awaited eagerly.” –New York Post
PLAID TIDINGS: A Holiday Edition of Forever Plaid
by Stuart Ross | Original FOREVER PLAID vocal & musical arrangements by James Raitt
Previews: Dec. 1 – 3, 2026 | Runs Dec. 4, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 | In the ArtStage Studio Theatre
The Plaids are BACK! This time the legendary 1950s singing group comes back to Earth to spread yuletide joy with the greatest holiday hits of all time! At first, the quartet aren’t sure why they’re back on earth – but a phone call from a heavenly Rosemary Clooney reveals the Plaids are needed to put a little harmony into a discordant world. Featuring hit songs – in 50’s four-part harmony – like “The Christmas Song,” Let it Snow,” “Carol of the Bells,” “Joy to the World,” “Jingle Bells,” and many more!
DAMES AT SEA
Book and Lyrics by George Haimsohn and Robin Miller | Music by Jim Wise
Previews: Jan. 5 – 7, 2027 | Runs Jan. 8 – 24, 2027
In the Historic Arcade Theatre
This charming and hilarious musical will tap its way into your heart! It’s the 1930s and a hopeful chorus girl from Utah, arrives in New York with big Broadway dreams! With help from an innocent young sailor (and aspiring songwriter), she lands a role in a low-budget show. When the big-budget star quits, Ruby gets her break! This campy love-letter to golden age Broadway & movie musicals is full of heart and humor – and features an inventive score and exciting tap numbers! “A dance-driven delight…prepare to be thoroughly charmed.” –USA Today
SEXY LAUNDRY by Michele Riml
Previews: Jan. 26 – 28, 2027 | Runs Jan. 29 – Mar. 7, 2027
In the ArtStage Studio Theatre
After twenty-five years of marriage, love handles appear and hairlines retreat, and Alice and Henry have hit a plateau. With a Sex for Dummies guidebook in hand, Alice convinces Henry to join her on a spicy weekend retreat – in hopes of awakening her inner vixen. Together they explore every fantasy from leather to lace, and as they navigate their vulnerabilities and desires, their weekend getaway becomes a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of love, marriage, and rediscovery. “Hits all the right notes! Hilarious! Observant, moving, risqué, and even a bit of a tear-jerker.” –Vancouver Sun
OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS
by Joe DiPietro
Previews: Feb. 9 – 11, 2027 | Runs Feb. 12 – 28, 2027
In the Historic Arcade Theatre
A hilarious and warm-hearted family fiasco from the author of I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change and the Tony-Winning Broadway sensation, Memphis! See what happens when 29-year-old Nick tells both pairs of his doting Italian American grandparents he’s leaving New Jersey to take a dream job across the country. His grandparents are stunned! Chaos ensues as they plot and scheme to keep him in Hoboken. “Loaded with laughs every step of the way.” –The Star-Ledger of New Jersey
NEVER CAN SAY GOODBYE: The 70s Beehive Musical
Book by Fred Stuart | Arrangements and additional music by George Luton
Previews: Mar. 16 – 18, 2027 | Runs Mar. 19 – Apr. 4, 2027
In the Historic Arcade Theatre
Don’t miss the regional premiere of Never Can Say Goodbye, a brand-new celebration of the iconic voices and unforgettable music of the 1970s! A follow-up to the recent Florida Rep hit, Beehive: the 60s Musical, this sequel bursts onto the stage with the empowering spirit, cultural revolution, and bold fashion of the 70s – all underscored by a soundtrack of classics made famous by Gloria Gaynor, Roberta Flack, The Jackson 5, Linda Ronstadt, B.J. Thomas, Three Dog Night, Diana Ross, and more! Featuring hit songs like “Make Your Own Kind of Music,” “You’re No Good,” “I Will Survive,” “Hooked on a Feeling,” “You Light Up My Life,” “I Am Woman,” and MANY more!
Noël Coward’s PRIVATE LIVES
Previews: Apr. 6 – 8, 2027 | Runs Apr. 9 – May 9
In the ArtStage Studio Theatre
Private Lives is one of the most sophisticated, entertaining plays ever written! Elyot and Amanda – once married and now honeymooning with new spouses at the same hotel – meet by chance, reignite the old spark, and impulsively elope. After days of being reunited, they again find their fiery romance alternating between passions of love and anger. When their aggrieved spouses appear to win them back, chaos erupts as allegiances shift and unlikely alliances form. “Gorgeous, dazzling, fantastically funny.” –The New York Times
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