Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd” on Monday, June 12, at 7 p.m. From the novel by Agatha Christie, the cunning tale of murder and deception is a brand new adaptation for the stage by Mark Shanahan, who will also direct. This summer,…
Some historical events leave an indelible impact on those living at the time: 9/11 being one such that many of us can relate to. The assassination of John F. Kennedy being another. But it takes a musical genius like Stamford’s former resident, Stephen Sondheim, to weave presidential assassins – and would-be assassins – into a…
Norwalk, CT – The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk and The Greens Ledge Light Preservation Society today announced a new series of public cruises starting in June that include an exclusive tour of the recently-restored lighthouse located off the coast of Norwalk. “Greens Ledge Lighthouse is always a point of interest for our guests on our…
Stamford Downtown announced the lineup for this year’s Alive at Five in Stamford. The popular outdoor concert series will be held again this year in Mill River Park for four weeks during the second half of the summer. The first concert from the series will be by Lil Jon on July 13, followed by All…
Norwalk, CT – The Maritime Aquarium is thrilled to announce a male harbor seal was born at the facility on April 5 at 11:36 p.m. Both the pup, Sono, and mom, Gracie, are doing well and receiving excellent care from the Aquarium’s animal husbandry and veterinarian teams. “This is an exciting time for all of…
Norwalk, CT – Ever wonder what lives below the surface of Long Island Sound? Join The Maritime Aquarium for a Marine Life Encounter Cruise to get an up close look at remarkable creatures. Cruises begin on Sunday, April 30, and will run through October. “There is no better way to get a feel for the…
DANBURY, CT – Western Connecticut State University’s Department of Theatre Arts announced the live show “Marat/Sade” opening on Friday, April 21, and running through Sunday, April 30, at the university’s Visual and Performing Arts Center (VPAC), 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury. Tickets are now available at wcsuvpac.eventbrite.com. “Marat/Sade” (MARAT/SADE: The Persecution and Assassination of Jean-Paul…
For nearly 85 years, young and old alike have been thrilled by Dorothy’s journey to Oz in the MGM musical, “The WIzard of Oz.” Now, that same story, and all the famous film songs, will be in a live theatrical production playing in the Kweskin Theatre, Stamford, March 31 through April 22. Featured in the…
Westport Country Playhouse announces casting for a Script in Hand playreading of Theresa Rebeck’s thriller, “Mauritius,” on Monday, March13, at 7 p.m., directed by the playright herself. The play’s title refers to the island of Mauritius (pronounced mr·i·shuhs), the origin of two extremely valuable, rare stamps that incite a conflict to gain their possession. The…
Westport Country Playhouse announces that applications are now being accepted for its 2023 Joanne Woodward Internship Program for theater career aspirants. Interns enhance their professional skills and gain on-the-job experience working directly with Playhouse senior staff during summer months. Named in honor of actress, director, and the Playhouse’s former artistic director, the Joanne Woodward Internship…