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    Shakespeare In The Park

    Shakespeare In The Park

    4.9
    (55 reviews)
    37.4 mi

    The longest running free Shakespeare productions, plus it's in the setting of a gorgeous park. If…read moreyou're not already following their social media and website, make sure to do it now. The park offers lots of seating - BUT the bleachers are hard and for a short legged person, too tall. I encourage you to bring your camping chair and set up on the sides or back of the space. All seats are great. Highlights on the experience: - Bathrooms are available at the park. - Will's Tavern serves several drink options, including water and sodas. Cash or credit. - Food trucks rotate during the production schedule. You can also bring your own snacks and refreshments. - Bring some cash to drop into the donation bag during intermission. - The sound system and lighting is fantastic. Periodically a plane will fly over but the performers understand how to accommodate. - A merchandise table will be set up and stay open before and during intermission. - Parking is found on the street. - Opening acts may perform the hour prior to the performance. We saw two dance groups during our visit. - Pack bug spray, just in case you need it. Support the arts. You're never too old or young to annoy the shows!

    We attended a July 2026 production of Two Gentlemen of Verona at Central Park and the weather and…read moresetting were terrific. The actors were great and it was a nice escape. Bench seating can be a bit uncomfortable by the end of the show, so we try to remember to bring seat pads or a blanket for more comfort. There is an intermission to allow for a stretch, which does help. Food trucks are typically on site, but we've decided to bring a picnic basket in the future since selection and service have been somewhat inconsistent. Pets are welcome if well-behaved AND leashed. Still have some rare entitled attendees who don't adhere to the rules though, so be aware. Had a dog rush the stage last night and disrupt the performance, as well as some owners who use 30-foot leashes and are a trip hazard.

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    Two Gents
    Two Gents
    Amphitheater pre-show
    Amphitheater pre-show
    Two Gentlemen of Verona -- July 2026

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    Two Gentlemen of Verona -- July 2026
    CenterStage

    CenterStage

    4.1
    (10 reviews)
    38.4 mi

    Our group of 10 all thoroughly enjoyed this production of Fiddler on the Roof as the final…read moreinstallment for the 2025/2026 season at CenterStage. We were fortunate to get tickets months ago for a show that easily sold out and opening night was fantastic. Actors were terrific as always. Singing, dancing, and dialogue delivery are all very entertaining. Set design and costumes along with the lighting and audio are all top notch. Stadium style seating is fairly comfortable, but definitely grateful for intermission to be able to stretch and move around a bit. Theater is nicely sized to enjoy views from any seat in the venue. Looking forward to the 2026/2027 theater season. Season tickets order form is available now to plan and lock in showtimes.

    When you walk into CenterStage, you might at first feel like you've taken a trip back in time -- to…read morehigh school. The theater looks very similar to my high school's auditorium, with large polyester curtains covering the windows and the audience sitting on risers. But don't let that stop you! The talent I've seen come out of this theater -- which has created a name for itself over its past 100 SEASONS (wow!) for performing Broadway musicals -- rivals performances I've seen in New York and Chicago. The casts are truly phenomenal and fully committed to their characters. "Community theater" does not adequately fit this awesome establishment. They're so good that you'll easily forget you're in an auditorium and become sucked into the production. And they really make the most of the stage with inventive sets. I saw my first CenterStage production earlier this year with "Spring Awakening," a very raw and edgy play that explored such topics as rape, puberty, incest, abortion and teen suicide. And as the artistic director said before the play started, CenterStage does not shy away from avant-garde or controversial productions. They don't change a play to make it more PC but use that as fodder to explore more profound and adult subjects. I like that! And full disclosure: I was comped a ticket to see "Spring Awakening," so I wanted to make a return visit -- with me paying my own way -- before writing a review. Happily, I was able to do that this last week, when I saw "Sweeney Todd." This is another one that has a bit of an edge, though I admit their production was not gruesome just for gruesome's sake. They handled -- ya know -- Sweeney Todd cutting men's throats with his straight razor thoughtfully. There wasn't spurting blood, but rather, the shock value came from the actors' performances -- perhaps as it should be. I also like that CenterStage partners with non-profits on most of its productions. At "Spring Awakening," the theater raised funds for the Center for Women and Families. During "Sweeney Todd," the theater was raising funds for itself -- and more specifically, replacements for those ghastly curtains! Bravo! But they could put up paisley bed sheets over the windows if they wanted to -- I would still gladly come to their shows.

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    Fiddler on the Roof playbill -- May 2026 season production
    Fiddler on the Roof playbill -- May 2026 season production
    Playbill for the 2025-2026 season with the QR code to purchase tickets.
    Playbill for the 2025-2026 season with the QR code to purchase tickets.
    Playbill for The Company for the 2025-2026 season

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    Playbill for The Company for the 2025-2026 season
    Derby Dinner Playhouse

    Derby Dinner Playhouse

    4.1
    (156 reviews)
    40.9 mi
    $$$

    We utilized the recently advertised BOGO promotion for the "25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"…read moreproduction. Several of our friends coordinated the purchase of 3 sets of 2-ticket pairs to fill a table of 6 for a Sunday evening performance. The pre-show buffet is fantastic with a well stocked selection on the fresh salad bar (typical options as well as broccoli salad) and then a delicious hot dish buffet. We had green beans, corn, quinoa, Mac 'n cheese, baked potato, pulled pork (very, very good!), baked fish, fried fish, fried chicken (also very good!), and rolls. Our server, Eliza, is also one of the Footnotes (formerly AKA as Barnstormers) and was so fabulous with taking care of us and prompt. We ordered various desserts (selections include bread pudding, flourless chocolate torte, strawberry shortcake, rocky road chocolate brownie, hummingbird cake, peanut butter pie, ice cream) to enjoy during intermission and they were all so rich that my advice would be to share if at all possible. Gift shop at entrance had so many cute items. Lobby and restrooms were all well maintained. Support staff were welcoming and all seemed to operate as a team and like a well oiled machine. Parking lot is large, well lit, and very easily accessible for anyone with mobility concerns. Looking forward to the 2026-2027 season!

    Derby Dinner Playhouse is such a fun environment! I saw Hairspray, and I honestly did not expect…read morethe production to be as impressive as it was. I went in expecting something smaller, but I was completely wrong. The show was entertaining, lively, and so well done. The performers were fabulous and truly made the experience memorable. I was not the biggest fan of the buffet, but since the meal is included with the ticket, it still felt worth it overall. The production alone made the ticket price worth it, and I would definitely consider getting a pass for next year!

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    Footloose set
    Footloose set
    A chocolate coconut cake for dessert at Derby Dinner.
    A chocolate coconut cake for dessert at Derby Dinner.
    Inside the playhouse

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    Inside the playhouse

    Historic State Theater Complex - theater - Updated August 2026

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