Who doesn’t love theatre people?
It’s 1948, and the brightest names on Broadway have descended upon a glamorous Newport mansion for a weekend of romance, chaos, and more than a few misunderstandings. Join an unforgettable cast of characters populated by a pair of scheming playwrights, a couple of misbehaving actors, a star-struck young author and a disgruntled housekeeper for a comedy that’s a love letter to the theatre and all the people who make it. Author Paul Slade Smith conjures the spirit of the classic screwball comedies of yesteryear with irresistible charm and backstage antics certain to leave you breathless with laughter. After all, who doesn’t love theatre people?
A runaway hit in last year’s Script In Hand playreading series, we’re pleased to offer this rollicking comedy by Connecticut-born playwright Paul Slade Smith as a full production on the Playhouse stage!
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Taste of Tuesday
Tue, Mar 25 at 6PMA fun reception pairing food + wine from one of our restaurant partners. Available only as part of our season ticket package.
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Together at the Table
Wed, Mar 26 at 5:30PMAn evening for families and groups to enjoy a communal dinner and casual conversation before attending the performance. Call Box Office at 203.227.4177 to make your reservation.
Pride Night
Thur, Mar 27, at 6PMA fun, pre-show cocktail party for the LGBTQ+ community and friends. Call Box Office at 203.227.4177 to make your reservation.
Opening Night
Sat, Mar 29, post-showCelebrate the opening of each production with cast, crew, and creative team. Free with ticket to the show.
Sunday Symposium
Sun, Mar 30, post-showJoin us for after the show for an exclusive talkback!
Open Captions
Sun, April 6, matineeDeaf and hard of hearing audiences can enjoy the performance while watching an easy-to-read digital screen with the actors' dialogue.
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Wed, Apr 9, matinee, post-showLearn how the Playhouse technical staff brought each show to life. No ticket necessary — free and open to all.
Thursday Talkback
Thur, Apr 10, post-showJoin us for a lively Q&A with members of the cast.
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DINNER & A SHOW
Looking for the perfect pre-show dining spot? Gabriele’s Italian Steakhouse is located on the Playhouse campus and is offering a special prix fixe menu for Theatre People ticketholders! Click here to view the menu and pricing, then call Gabriele’s at (203) 454-4922 to make your reservation. Be sure to tell them you are attending Theatre People to access the exclusive menu and price!
THANK YOU
Production Supporter: Cherie Flom Quain
Opening Night Post-Show Reception Sponsor: RDM Financial Group at Hightower
2024 Programming & Season Sponsorship is generously provided by Barbara Streicker.
Media Sponsorship for the 2024 season is generously provided by Moffly Media and WSHU Public Radio.
All titles, dates, and artists are subject to change.
2024/25 SEASON OF LAUGHTER
Welcome back to a season of fully produced theatre at the Playhouse.
The Playhouse is proud to present A SEASON OF LAUGHTER, with a slate of comedies chosen specifically to energize our community with a welcoming sense of warmth, humor, and joy.
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adapted from Ferenc Molnár’s “Play at the Castle”
Recommended for ages 14 and up
English 
Spanish