Kicking off our 2024-2025 Season of Laughter … THE 39 STEPS.
It’s Hitchcock meets hilarity! Mix Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced frenzy of espionage and murderous mayhem! Thrill as unflappable hero Richard Hannay goes on the run from dangerous spies and femme fatales in an adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat! This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs as a ridiculously talented cast of four plays 150 zany characters in a riotous homage to the “Master of Suspense.”
WHAT CRITICS SAY ABOUT THE SHOW!
The Westport Country Playhouse’s production of THE 39 STEPS just may be the definitive one."
Broadway World…fiercely funny… a razzmatazz feat of sheer stagecraft brilliance…Not to be missed…"
Westport JournalA theatrical tour de force event."
Bonnie Goldberg, CT Critics CircleWATCH THE OFFICIAL TRAILER
THE 39 STEPS SIZZLE REEL
MEET THE CAST
MEET THE CREATIVE TEAM
*Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States
FOR THIS PRODUCTION
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Scenic Artist
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Lee Vanderpool
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Assistant Scenic Artist
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Tamar Klausner
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Head Carpenter/Flyman
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Jason Thompson
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Assistant Carpenter
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Scott A. Trichka
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Head Sound
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Jon Damast
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Head Electrician
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Dylan Dineen
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Head Props
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Vera Pizzarelli
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Head Wadrobe
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Lisa Ficco
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Dresser
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Jessica Camarero (10/22 – 10/27)
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Dresser
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Colleen Callahan (10/29 – 11/9)
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Special thanks to Patrick Halley and Virginia Stage Company.
A note from director Mark Shanahan
Photo credit: James J. Fenton
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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 $79 menu for The 39 Steps 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 The 39 Steps to access the exclusive menu and price!
THANK YOU
Event Sponsors: Athena & Daniel Adamson
Corporate Production Partner: Cohen & Wolf, P.C.
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.
ADDITIONAL PRODUCTION CREDITS
By Arrangement with Fiery Angel Limited
THE 39 STEPS
Adapted by Patrick Barolow
From the novel by John Buchan
From the movie by Alfred Hitchcock
Licensed by ITV Global Entertainment Limited
And an original concept by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon
“The 39 Steps” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
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from the novel by John Buchan
directed by Mark Shanahan
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