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The Wiz

By admin • May 17th, 2009 • Category: Past Shows

The Tony Award winning musical The Wiz, a contemporary version of The Wizard of Oz, “eases on down the road” to Bridgeport for 13 performances only, April 24-May 17, 2009. This crowd-pleasing favorite featured a cast of 30 singing and dancing to r&b and gospel-inflected hits like “Home” and “Brand New Day”.

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Twelve Angry Jurors

By admin • Feb 27th, 2009 • Category: Past Shows

Playhouse on the Green presents a rare version of the well-known classic Twelve Angry Men: this version of the famous “jury room drama,” entitled Twelve Angry Jurors, features a mixed cast of men and women. Twelve Angry Jurors ran February 6-27, 2009.

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“This is a fine ensemble with consistently good acting by all…Adding both genders to the life-and-death, decision-making process definitely adds some spice to the mixture.” - Bridgeport News

“An intense courtroom confrontation…a fine community cast.” - Middletown Press



Rocky Horror Audience Member Photos!

By admin • Nov 1st, 2008 • Category: Uncategorized

If you had your picture taken with the cast of The Rocky Horror Show following a performance, you can download your photo below. Find the section of photos from the performance you attended and scroll through the thumbnail images.
When you find your photo, click the thumbnail to enlarge and download (on PC, right-click and “save [...]



New Year’s Eve Celebration at the Playhouse!

By admin • Oct 1st, 2008 • Category: Past Shows

On Wednesday, December 31, Playhouse on the Green was proud to participate in Bridgeport’s “Best Night New Year’s Eve Celebration”!



The Santaland Diaries & Season’s Greetings

By admin • Sep 27th, 2008 • Category: Past Shows

“One of the funniest shows this season…deliciously, devilishly fun.” - The Acorn Papers.

Read more about The Santaland Diaries and Season’s Greetings at Playhouse on the Green!



The Rocky Horror Show

By admin • Sep 26th, 2008 • Category: Past Shows

by Richard O’Brien

October/November 2008

THANK YOU BRIDGEPORT AND FAIRFIELD COUNTY FOR A GREAT RUN OF ROCKY!
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or you’ve never experienced it live before, The Rocky Horror Show – Live Onstage is a must-see at Playhouse on the Green!

Read more about The Rocky Horror Show at Playhouse on the Green and view photos!



Become Part of the Team: Volunteer!

By admin • Sep 25th, 2008 • Category: Announcements, Opportunities

Playhouse on the Green depends on the assistance of volunteers to put on every performance. People with all skill levels are needed to work as ushers, set builders, box office staff, and marketeers. If you would like to become part of the team, please e-mail us and let us know what your interest is.



Improv Comedy: “Lying Under Oats”

By admin • Sep 25th, 2008 • Category: Past Shows

Need a good laugh? Come check out “Lying Under Oats”, the Fairfield County-based improv comedy group at Playhouse on the Green on Sunday, November 2 at 7PM! Read more about “Lying Under Oats”!



Playhouse on the Green Announces 08-09 Season of Plays and Musicals

By admin • Sep 14th, 2008 • Category: Press Releases

Playhouse on the Green, a 54-year-old not-for-profit theater company in residence at a beautiful 228-seat jewel-box theater in the heart of downtown Bridgeport, announces its eclectic 2008-2009 season of plays and musicals



Playhouse on The Green Launches 2008-2009 Season with Steve Martin’s Comedy The Underpants

By admin • Sep 14th, 2008 • Category: Press Releases

Playhouse on the Green kicks off their 2008-2009 season with Steve Martin’s wacky adaptation of Carl Sternheim’s 1911 comedy “The Underpants”. This hilarious send-up of repressed society and scandalous fashion faux pas runs for 8 performances only September 26-October 5, 2008.