Thank You for Supporting the Arts! Thank you to everyone who attended our 2025 Gala, At This Stage, and to all who contributed to helping us support our mission. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and continued belief in the power of…

Our 2025-2026 season begins THIS WEEK! Mitch Albom's Tuesdays with Morrie A Heartfelt Journey You Won’t Forget Step into a story that has touched millions. Based on the bestselling memoir by Mitch Albom, Tuesdays…

The Broadway performer brings her powerful voice and soulful storytelling to an intimate evening exploring her roots. Westport Country Playhouse will present “Linedy Genao: Songs from My Sala,” sharing the songs and stories that shaped…

What's On THIS WEEK at the Playhouse! Monday, July 14 at 7PM Singin' in the Rain (1953) is splashing onto the big screen at The Playhouse — and it's more dazzling than ever! Join us for a timeless cinematic classic packed with…

Westport Country Playhouse will present Steep Canyon Rangers, Grammy Award-winning Americana band, at 7 p.m. In 2013, “Nobody Knows You” won the Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album, while 2012’s “Rare Bird” and…

Barnstormer event is a treasury of true tales about golden jewelry passed down through generations of Sayegh’s family from Iraq to Israel to America. Westport Country Playhouse will present “The Goldsmith,” a solo play by Sharone…

Single tickets for our 2025-2026 season are on sale NOW in person only at Box Office from 12-3pm! Reminding you of our birthday special happening today! We're so excited about our recently announced 2025-2026 season that to celebrate our 94th…

Celebrating Our Birthday on June 29, with a Special for the 2025/26 Season! This Sunday, June 29th is our 94th birthday! To celebrate, we're giving YOU a present! We're so excited about our recently announced 2025-2026 season, that on our…

Westport Country Playhouse will expand its popular Script in Hand playreading series by introducing a junior version for kids, kicking off with “Charlotte’s Web,” the timeless tale of friendship, loyalty, and the power of words,…

Award-winning composers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul will be joined by Broadway talents Lindsay Mendez, Alex Newell, and Joy Woods. Westport Country Playhouse will present “Pasek & Paul: Waving Through Westport,” a fundraising…

Westport Country Playhouse will present “My Sinatra,” starring Cary Hoffman, known as New York’s premiere Sinatra interpreter, backed by a seven-piece band. Hoffman turns his celebrated PBS Sinatra Special into a biographical,…

As we celebrate the Westport Country Playhouse’s 94th year, I want to thank you for being part of this remarkable chapter in our theatre’s history. Whether you’ve been coming for generations or you’ve only recently set foot…

Sold-out Barnstormer event is created and performed by M Zavidow, with Chris Coogan on piano and John Mobilio on bass. Westport Country Playhouse will present “Karma Kabaret: The Spiritual Journey - and All That Jazz!,” on two…

“Roman Holiday” features a talkback with daughter of director William Wyler. Westport Country Playhouse will bring movies to town with the launch of a classic film series, beginning with the 1953 romantic comedy, “Roman…

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “The Shark Is Broken,” based on true events during the making of the film “Jaws,” on Monday, June 9, at 7 p.m. The play is written by Ian Shaw, son of…

Westport Country Playhouse Family Festivities Series will bring a popular children’s book character to its stage with “Pete the Cat, The Musical,” on Saturday, May 3, at 1 and 4 p.m. Produced by TheaterWorks USA, the show is based…

Westport Country Playhouse will present “Me, Myself & Barbra,” a concert of the signature songs of Barbra Streisand, on Thursday, April 24, at 7 p.m. Artist, creator, and producer Jenna Pastuszek will sing Barbra’s early hits…

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Sunday Symposium on “Theatre Adaptations,” about plays which are adaptations of previous source materials and the path to an adaptation’s success, on Sunday, March 30, following the 3 p.m.…

Mark Shanahan directs fast-paced, funny, and fresh adaptation of a classic. Westport Country Playhouse will stage the romantic comedy, “Theatre People,” from March 25 through April 12. Filled with romance, misunderstandings, and…

Barnstormer event is a Valentine treat by a trio of musical talents. Westport Country Playhouse will present “An Evening to Celebrate Love,” featuring original and favorite songs about love, at 8 p.m. The event is part of the…

Westport Country Playhouse will stage “Native Gardens,” a comedy about well-intentioned neighbors who become feuding enemies, playing February 18 through March 8. The comic culture clash is written by Karen Zacarías, who was…

A revue of rebellious songs by renowned Broadway musical composers including Alan Menken, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Stephen Schwartz, and George Gershwin. “Broadway’s Bad Boys,” a concert of mischievous songs made famous by musical…

How the World Began is a gripping drama that explores the clash between science and faith in a small Kansas town torn apart by a recent tornado. When Susan, a science teacher from Manhattan, makes a casual remark about the origins of life, she…

In recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Westport Country Playhouse will present a free-of-charge screening of the Emmy Award-winning documentary film, “King in the Wilderness,” based on the volatile last three years of Dr. Martin…

Gift certificates available to see theatrical productions, playreadings, family shows, and more! Westport Country Playhouse offers holiday gift certificates for a wide variety of upcoming events and theatre productions. Gift certificates may be…

Domestic Violence Crisis Center, The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, Norwalk Toys for Tots, and Westport Homes with Hope benefit during the theater’s holiday show. In the spirit of the giving season, Westport Country Playhouse is organizing…

Single tickets to our 2025 Script in Hand season are now on sale! The schedule is set for 2025, and our first reading of the new season is just 6 weeks away! Monday, January 13 Monday, February 3 Monday, April 14 Monday, May 5 Monday,…

Playwright and director Mark Shanahan combines two classic tales into one holiday-themed mystery for all ages. Westport Country Playhouse will stage “A Sherlock Carol,” a family-friendly holiday production based on two classic tales,…

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “True Art,” a sharp and funny tale of ambition, deception, and self-discovery in the high stakes and cutthroat art world, on Monday, December 2, at 7 p.m. The play…

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…