Westport Country Playhouse announces “From the Page to the Stage” guided tours are available to the public by reservation on upcoming Friday and Saturday mornings, from 10:30 a.m. to noon, November 15 and 16, December 13 and 14, January…

Westport Country Playhouse will open its 2024-25 Season with “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced frenzy of espionage and murderous mayhem based on Alfred Hitchcock’s 1935 classic film, with a dash of Monty Python’s zany humor,…

Barnstormer event is a haunting October treat by Broadway’s John Rapson. Westport Country Playhouse will present “Ghost Stories and Legends,” an evening of classic stories of the supernatural with Broadway’s John Rapson,…

Westport Country Playhouse’s Mark Shanahan, artistic director, invites the public to “get your ‘Hitch’ on.” In advance of the theatre’s October production of “The 39 Steps,” based on Alfred…

Westport Country Playhouse’s Family Festivities series will present Emmy Award winners and recording artists, Imagination Movers, best known for their self-titled Disney television series, on Sunday, September 22, at 1 p.m. The live-action,…

Benanti joins previously announced F. Murray Abraham, Kristin Chenoweth, Mary-Mitchell Campbell, Raúl Esparza, Norm Lewis, Bonnie Milligan, Debra Monk, and Lillias White for “The Best Is Yet to Come” benefit. Westport Country…

Westport’s Trey Ellis is co-writer and director of drama about the pitching legend during final days of baseball’s Negro Leagues. Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “Satchel Paige and The…

Westport Country Playhouse will present “An Evening with Fran Lebowitz,” The author, journalist, and social observer will be interviewed on stage, after which Lebowitz will take audience questions. A book signing in the lobby will follow…

Westport Country Playhouse’s Family Festivities series will present “Pinkalicious, The Musical,” based on the bestselling book by Elizabeth Kann and Victoria Kann, at 1 and 4 p.m. Produced by Vital Theatre Company, the one-hour…

“The Best Is Yet to Come” benefit pays tribute to Cy Coleman’s music and presents Westporters Harold Bailey, Jr., and Bernicestine McLeod Bailey with Leadership Award Tony Award-winning Broadway star Kristin Chenoweth and Drama…

A reminder of what’s in store in 2024-2025 The 39 Steps October 22 - November 9, 2024 Adapted by Patrick Barlow From the novel by John Buchan From the movie by Alfred Hitchcock Licensed by ITV Global Entertainment Limited And an original…

Westport Country Playhouse will present “The Bacon Brothers: Freestanding Tour,” For The Bacon Brothers, music is all about exploration. The siblings have spent the better part of three decades creating their own mix of folk, rock,…

Gilbert and Sullivan Classics Brought to Life at the Playhouse for just Two Performances! Now in its forty-ninth year of operation, New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players is America’s preeminent professional Gilbert & Sullivan…

“The Playhouse Sings” celebrates the music of Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Beyoncé, Olivia Rodrigo, and other pop artists. “The Playhouse Sings: A Night for Swifties and More” will take the stage at Westport Country…

Comedian Mike Birbiglia Brings His Solo Show “Please Stop the Ride” to Westport Country Playhouse on June 4, 5, and 7, 2024 Comedian Mike Birbiglia will bring his solo show, “Please Stop the Ride,” to Westport Country…

Westport Country Playhouse will salute Girl Rising, an international nonprofit that uses the power of storytelling to change the way the world values girls and their education at 7 p.m. The program, “This Story May Save Us,” features…

Welcome back to a season of fully produced theatre at the Playhouse. I’ve been thinking a lot about you lately! As I’ve scoured my bookshelf, lined with many of my favorite plays, I’ve been asking: What stories do we want to tell…

Do you have your tickets? Only one week until Bernadette Peters returns to the Playhouse stage! Make sure you get your tickets to see this Broadway legend perform celebrated selections from Rodgers & Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, Jerry Herman,…

The historic theater’s “Season of Laughter” is “rooted in transformation” as is the new vision for Playhouse programming. Westport Country Playhouse announces its upcoming 94th theater season, from October 2024…

“An Evening with Bernadette Peters,” three-time Tony Award recipient, Golden Globe winner, and Emmy and Grammy nominee, will take the stage at Westport Country Playhouse on Sunday, May 19, at 7 p.m. The magical and inspiring evening of…

Written by Tony Award winner Rupert Holmes, the play explores the “notorious RBG” with humor and heart. Westport Country Playhouse will present “All Things Equal: The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg,” a one-woman play…

Westport Country Playhouse will present a cabaret evening, “Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and the Shadow of Her Smile,” as part of the new Barnstormer Series in the Lucille Lortel White Barn Center, Winner of the 2023 Manhattan…

Written by multi-award winner Mo Willems, who began his career on PBS’ “Sesame Street.” Westport Country Playhouse’s Family Festivities series will present “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The…

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “Tenderness and Gratitude Number Four,” a new comedy written and directed by Enid Graham, at 7 p.m. The play features Mary Testa, three-time Tony nominee for…

Next Wednesday, March 27, is #WorldTheatreDay! "Every time an audience member recognizes themselves or their neighbor in a character they see on our stage and acknowledges a strength or weakness, every time a play we produce excites discussion...…

Westport Country Playhouse will present actress, singer, and dancer Jean Louisa Kelly in “Anything Can Happen!,” a Mic in Hand event. The show takes the audience on a journey through the serendipitous story of Kelly’s life in and…

Westport Country Playhouse announces “From the Page to the Stage” guided tours are available to the public by reservation on selected Friday and Saturday mornings each month. Tours are scheduled on March 29 and 30, April 20 and 26, May…

Mark Shanahan appointed artistic director, Beth Huisking managing director, as historic venue transforms into year-round performing arts center while continuing to produce theater. Westport Country Playhouse’s board of trustees has…

Westport Country Playhouse Accepting Applications for 2024 Joanne Woodward Internship Program Westport Country Playhouse announces that applications are now being accepted through Friday, March 8 for the 2024 Joanne Woodward Internship Program for…

Introducing The Encore Club! As we adjust to our new model of presenting the arts at the Playhouse, we are happy to introduce our brand-new membership - The Encore Club. It is an annual membership that allows you exclusive status to special,…

Westport Country Playhouse’s Board of Trustees Elects Six Members Six new members were recently elected to the board of trustees at Westport Country Playhouse, bringing the total to 26. The new Playhouse trustees are Dave Altman of…

Kick off February with the music of Taylor Swift! Meet the performers bringing the music of Taylor Swift to the Playhouse in just 2 weeks! With powerhouse vocals, iconic songs everyone loves, and a night celebrating the music and community of…

Gift certificates make the perfect gift! We get it, the holidays creep up faster than expected. Not to fear! Playhouse gift certificates are the perfect gift. Available in any denomination, they can be used for any Playhouse production* —…

Gift certificates available to see Audra McDonald, Tony Kushner, Isaac Mizrahi, Fran Lebowitz, theatrical productions, playreadings, family shows, and more! Westport Country Playhouse offers holiday gift certificates for a wide variety of upcoming…

Families can enjoy a pizza dinner and holiday show, “A Sherlock Carol” Westport Country Playhouse will host “Together at the Table Family Dinner” before a performance of the family-friendly holiday production, “A…

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “Warrior Class,” a drama at the crossroads of politics and morality, on Monday, December 4, at 7 p.m. The play is written by Kenneth Lin, who began his career…

Mark Shanahan directs brand-new, fast-paced, and funny adaptation of a classic. Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of the comedy, “Theatre People,” on Monday, November 13, at 7 p.m. Written by West…

Our November Script in Hand Important update! Our November Script in Hand playreading is still on, but we want you to know that the show has changed. Due to artist availability, we are postponing the previously announced Cleo by Lawrence Wright.…

A Sherlock Carol tickets on sale Thursday! Tickets for our recently announced production of A Sherlock Carol, a heartwarming holiday production for all ages, will be on sale Thursday, October 5! Reunite with the characters you love from Charles…

Westport Country Playhouse announces additional casting for the Script in Hand playreading, “100 Saints You Should Know,” on Monday, September 18, at 7 p.m. Tony Award winner Debra Monk, along with Christopher Denham, Miguel Gil, and…

Recap of Saturday’s “An Evening with Justin Paul & Friends with Kelli O’Hara and James Naughton,” at Westport Country Playhouse Westport Country Playhouse’s one-night-only benefit concert, “An Evening with…

Tony Award Winner Heads Cast of Westport Country Playhouse Playreading, “100 Saints You Should Know,” on September 18 Westport Country Playhouse announces 2019 Tony Award winner Celia Keenan-Bolger will head the cast of a Script in…

Broadway’s master song man, Mandy Patinkin, accompanied by Adam Ben-David on piano, will bring his newest theater concert, “Mandy Patinkin in Concert: Being Alive,” to Westport Country Playhouse for one performance only on…

$1,941,557 raised to broaden appeal of Playhouse programming in 2024-25. Westport Country Playhouse has raised $1,941,557 in cash and pledges by the July 31 deadline for its $2 million “Save Your Playhouse” campaign, the Playhouse…

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Community Rallies Around Westport Country Playhouse’s “Save Your Playhouse” Campaign to Augment Programming for Broader Audience $1.8 million raised to date toward $2 million goal ending Monday, July 31 $1.8 million has been…

Westport Country Playhouse Names Mark Shanahan Incoming Artistic Director for 2024-25 Season Shanahan, currently serving as curator of the Playhouse’s Script in Hand playreading series, will succeed Mark Lamos in March 2024. Westport…

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Don't miss the chance to put your name on a piece of the Playhouse! Join your fellow audience members who have purchased a garden stone or seat plaque to show their support and love for this historic theater. Purchase a Garden Stone Each year,…

Westport Country Playhouse announces that admission-free, guided tours are now available to the public by reservation from 10:30 a.m. to noon on selected Mondays and Saturdays: July 17, 22, and 24, and August 5 and 7. Tours will be led by Bruce…

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Westport Country Playhouse announces its 2023 Joanne Woodward Internship class of four theater career aspirants who will enhance their professional skills and gain on-the-job experience working directly with Playhouse senior staff from June through…

Westport Country Playhouse Announces Plan to Transform and Save Historic Theater Comprehensive transformation plan includes $2 million fundraising appeal, a broad range of live performances, and a more sustainable cost structure. Westport Country…

“Quick Service” offers a funny take on mayhem in a fast-food restaurant Westport Country Playhouse will present the comedy, “Quick Service,” as part of the 2023 New Works at the Playhouse Series, on Monday, June 5, at 7…

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Westport Country Playhouse’s Family Festivities Series will present the new musical adventure, “The Magic School Bus™: Lost in the Solar System,” on Sunday, June 4, at 1 and 4 p.m. The show is based on the original book…

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Westport Country Playhouse Announces Departure of Artistic Director Mark Lamos in January 2024 “…raised the Playhouse’s already formidable artistic standards through collaboration with world-class, American theater…

In conjunction with the production of “Ain’t Misbehavin’,” the founder of KEYS will discuss the benefits of music instruction for Bridgeport’s underserved kids. Westport Country Playhouse will present a post-play…

“Bad Accents” is first playreading in 2023 New Works at the Playhouse Series Westport Country Playhouse will present the comedy/mystery, “Bad Accents,” the first reading in the 2023 New Works at the Playhouse Series, The…

The cast of Ain't Misbehavin' have arrived at the Playhouse! We are so excited to have this talented group rehearsing with us... and just like that, preview week has begun! Performances begin from April 11, 2023 Director Jeffrey L. Page…

“Black Excellence and the Sounds of the Jazz Age,” in conjunction with the musical “Ain’t Misbehavin’,” opens April 11 in Playhouse lobby Westport Museum for History & Culture and Westport Country Playhouse…

Flexibility. Any show. Any night. Best seat available. We get it! Life is unpredictable these days. For the most flexibility throughout the 2023 season, purchase a Flex Pass for a flat rate of $50 each (minimum of 3). Each pass may be redeemed for…

As Westport Country Playhouse prepares to launch its 2023 Season on April 11, the historic theater is seeking volunteer ushers to greet patrons, scan tickets, distribute programs, answer audience questions, and direct patrons to their seats. In…

Tony Award Winner André De Shields Is Symposium Guest at Westport Country Playhouse on Sunday, April 16 De Shields will discuss his role in the original Broadway cast of “Ain’t Misbehavin’” at free event, open to…

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Westport Country Playhouse Adds More Script in Hand Playreadings, New Works, and Family Festivities to 2023 Season “We’ll be open more often, with more entertainment options for our community.” – Gretchen Wright, Interim…

Your summer of learning starts here! We provide young artists with opportunities to enhance their skills in creativity, artistry, and professionalism through internships and programming. Applications for our 2023 Joanne Woodward Internship…

The 2023 Season is filled with music, joy, suspense, and laughter. Watch the video above and then get your tickets for nights away from screens and stress, connect with friends and family, and experience the magic of live theater without the…

Westport Country Playhouse Kicks Off ‘23 Season with 23% Ticket Discount for One Day Only on Tuesday, March 7 Discounted single tickets start at $27 for a Tony Award®-winning musical, a suspense thriller, and a comedy, playing from…

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Westport Country Playhouse Accepting Applications for 2023 Woodward Internship Program Westport Country Playhouse announces that applications are now being accepted for its 2023 Joanne Woodward Internship Program for theater career aspirants.…

Thursday, February 23rd - give where you live! Westport Country Playhouse is home to lovers of stories, the stage, artistic expression, and creativity. For over 90 years, we have welcomed artists and directors, staff and trustees, donors and…

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of Theresa Rebeck’s thriller, “Mauritius,” on Monday, March13, at 7 p.m., directed by the playright herself. The play’s title refers to the island of…

A fun-filled and insightful social satire that asks, "What is the price of fame?" Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of the stinging comedy, "As Bees in Honey Drown,", written by Douglas Carter Beane and directed…

Our first show of the season, Ain’t Misbehavin’, is being presented as a co-production with Barrington Stage and the Geva Theatre Center where audiences have LOVED the production! And soon you will be able to see what they’ve been…

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of the stinging comedy, “As Bees in Honey Drown,” on Monday, February 13, at 7 p.m., written by Douglas Carter Beane and directed by Mark Shanahan. In “As Bees…

Scaled-back schedule reflects necessary cost-cutting due to pandemic’s ongoing impact on performing arts venues Westport Country Playhouse has reduced its 2023 season to three productions from the previously announced five. The change…

Scaled-back schedule reflects necessary cost-cutting due to pandemic’s ongoing impact on performing arts venues Westport Country Playhouse has reduced its 2023 season to three productions from the previously announced five. The change…

An imaginative musical using shadow play to help children express their emotions Westport Country Playhouse’s Family Festivities will present “Woof Woof the Shadow Pup,” The imaginative musical is appropriate for grades pre-K and…

Last Chance to Register! THIS Sunday, January 15 at 3PM Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Now in its 17th year, Westport's three-day celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. culminates Sunday, January 15 at 3PM…

Sun, Feb 26 at 1PM + 4PM Grades K through 3 Pete the Cat and his buddy Callie sneak into the Hollywood Studios and get lost in the world of the movies. Join Pete, Callie, Ethel the Apatosaurus, and Robo-Pete in this rockin’ new musical…

Free-of-charge audio play, featuring Paxton Whitehead as Scrooge, airs for third consecutive year In the spirit of the holiday season, Westport Country Playhouse Radio Theater, a free-of-charge broadcast series, will reprise the inventive audio…

The holiday tradition continues! Cozy up by the fire and enjoy A Merry Little Christmas Carol! Airing on WSHU December 24 at 6PM and December 25 at 1PM, you won’t want to miss this Westport Country Playhouse Radio Theater exclusive, written…

Our special Holiday Online Auction is LIVE! Bid now through December 31 on a variety of unique theater experiences and one-of-a-kind items near and dear to the Playhouse. Auction proceeds will benefit the Playhouse's annual fund and our…

Westport Country Playhouse has named Erika K. Wesley to a new, full-time position titled director of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). She will provide strategic and operational leadership of all EDI policies, programs, training, and practices…