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2024–2025 MAINSTAGE SEASON
Dial M for Murder
October 16 - November 3, 2024
Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher | From the original by Frederick Knott | Directed by Robert Hupp
Margot and Tony live a seemingly charmed married life in 1950’s London. But not all is as it appears: Margot, desperate to return to her idyllic domesticity, has ended a lengthy affair with a dashing American lover even as she’s being blackmailed by someone threatening to expose her indiscretion to her husband. But Tony already knows, and has a plot of twisted revenge on his mind. Adapted from Frederick Knotts original made famous by Aflred Hitchcock’s film, Jeffrey Hatcher’s taut adaptation keeps the twists coming until the very end.
“Funny and fast-paced… smartly updated with many surprise twists.”
-San Diego Union-Tribune
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella
November 22, 2024 - January 5, 2025
Music by Richard Rodgers | Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Adapted for the stage by Tom Briggs from the Teleplay by Robert L. Freedman | Directed by Melissa Rain Anderson | Music Direction by Brian Cimmet | Choreographed by Jessica Chen | Co-Produced with the Syracuse University Department of Drama
The wondrous musical from Rodgers and Hammerstein proves that dreams do come true – if only we dare to wish – with the beloved songs “In My Own Little Corner,” “The Prince is Giving a Ball,” and “Impossible/It’s Possible.” Based on the 1957 television film starring Julie Andrews, this enchanted production of the enduring fairytale updates the classic story for modern audiences while retaining the original charm and magic, and features additional music from the celebrated 1997 version starring Brandy and Whitney Houston.
“This show is restorative in every sense of that word.”
-The Chicago Tribune
WINNER OF THE 2024 PULITZER PRIZE FOR DRAMA
Primary Trust
January 22 - February 9, 2025
By Eboni Booth | Directed by Melissa Crespo
In Cranberry, New York, 40 miles east of Rochester, 38-year-old Kenneth finds comfort in routine. He’s worked at the same bookstore for 20 years and has a standing date with his best friend Bert for happy hour Mai Tais. When the bookstore suddenly closes, Kenneth’s small-town existence is upended, forcing him to confront deeply buried traumas. A story of friendship, grief, and the heroism of everyday life, Eboni Booth’s Primary Trust reminds us that we can’t fully embrace our future until we let go of our past.
“Utterly absorbing… pretty darn near to a perfect play.”
-The Daily Beast
King James
February 26 - March 16, 2025
By Rajiv Joseph | Directed by Jamil Jude
Cleveland, 2003. Basketball wunderkind LeBron James has just been signed to the Cavaliers, and two die-hard fans strike up an unlikely friendship–with high hopes for their new superstar player. As LeBron’s career takes him to the height of fame, pulls him away from Cleveland, and brings him triumphantly back to the city, Matt and Shawn’s lives play out off-court with all the drama of a championship season: full of slam dunks, huge upsets, and the unshakable bond of those who share a love of the game.
“Terrific… raises the energy level with stadium-style razzle-dazzle.”
-Los Angeles Times
Sense and Sensibility
April 23 - May 11, 2025
By Kate Hamill | Based on the novel by Jane Austen | Directed by Jason O’Connell
The world of the Dashwood sisters, Jane Austen’s destitute but determined heroines, comes playfully to life in Kate Hamill’s warm and inventive adaptation. Romance, heartbreak, twists of fate and never-ending gossip follow Elinor and Marianne, the eldest Dashwood daughters, as they navigate 18th century English society in search of stability after the death of their father. Filled with memorable characters, delicious wit, and timeless comedy, this whirlwind Sense and Sensibility is a joyous love letter to one of literature's most treasured stories.
“A bouncy, jaunty take on Austen… irresistible theater.”
-The New York Times
The National Pastime
June 11 - 29, 2025
A Julie Lutz Cold Read World Premiere
Written by Rogelio Martinez | Directed by Johanna McKeon
Cuba, 2016. A mysterious illness rips through the American embassy in Havana. America, 2017. The Houston Astros are stealing signs, on their way to a World Series win. With tensions heightened from the lead-up and aftermath of an election year, the two nations play a dangerous game in the shadows, with their shared national pastimes – baseball and espionage – as their weapons of choice.
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Citizen James, or the Young Man Without a Country
August 2 + 3, 2024 | 7:30 PM
By Kyle Bass | Directed by Joann Yarrow | Produced in partnership with 100 Black Men of Syracuse
Young James is an unknown aspiring “Negro” writer whose first novel has yet to be published. He awaits his flight, having just left his family with the news of his decision to flee America for refuge in Paris. He speaks no French. He has a one-way ticket and $40 in his pocket. Witness James Baldwin as he decides he must do something to save himself from the violent reality of racist America in 1948, a decision that sets him on the path to becoming a brilliant, powerful, and prophetic voice of the Civil Rights era and beyond. In celebration of Baldwin’s 100th birthday, Citizen James is a bridge that connects the past to our now.
Pandora’s Suitcase
Fall 2024
Written by Sarah Bierstock | Directed by Christine Albright-Tufts | Costumes and Scenery Designed by Carmen Martinez
Pandora is Seriously Curious and Seriously Worried about a lot of things. She loves Environmental Science and asks a lot of questions in her pursuit of learning all she can. When the kids at school call her Teacher’s Pet one too many times, she decides to try out life at Dad’s house, and enrolls at Smarty Pants Academy. Before she leaves she just has this one, Exceptionally Important Scientific Experiment she must complete. It involves a large suitcase she lugs around with her. What could be inside and why does she need to drag it to the river? Pandora's delightful story explores how both kids and adults can handle anxiety by learning how to ask others for help while encouraging them to be confident in themselves.
Suitable for Grades K-5.
House for Mouse
Spring 2025
Conceived and Directed by Kate Laissle
Our mice have a problem. They don’t quite know what a house looks like but they sure know they’d like to build one. Can our audience friends help them figure out how to make a great house for everyone? Featuring boxes, parachutes, building things, things falling over, and the opportunity for our youngest audience members to help make our mouse’s goals a success.
A Theatre for the Very Young local touring production, House for Mouse is specifically created for audiences ages 18-months to 5-years-old.
The Julie Lutz Cold Read Festival of New American Plays
Curated by Melissa Crespo | Featured Playwright in Residence Christine Quintana | Concurrent with The National Pastime (June 11-29).
Ticket info will be announced at a later date.
SUBSCRIBER EVENT SERIES
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PROLOGUE
Join us one hour prior to the show for a moderated panel discussion. Free for ticket holders.
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WEDNESDAY @1 LECTURE
Join us one hour prior to the show for an insightful lecture from a guest speaker on a topic related to the show. Free for ticket holders.
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TALKBACK
Stick around after the show for a Q&A with the cast. Free for ticket holders.
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HAPPY HOUR
Join us one hour prior to the show for discounts at the bar and complimentary light snacks (while supplies last). Free for ticket holders.
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TRIVIA
Join us for pre-show trivia. Free for ticket holders. Registration required. Limited spots available.
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AUDIO DESCRIBED
For those who are visually impaired. Those who need it, will be given a headset in which a staff member will describe the actions taking place in the show. Descriptions start 30 minutes prior to show. This is not disruptive to other patrons.
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ASL
American Sign Language interpreters will sign for these performances.
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OPEN CAPTION
Screens are placed to the side of the stage where the dialogue will display.
