Category: Connecticut Plus featured

WCSU’s production ‘Marat/Sade’ opens April 21

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…

Connecticut Odyssey of the Mind state tournament inspires audiences with creativity

WESTON, CT – Connecticut Odyssey of the Mind (CTOM) brought creativity to life this past weekend, hosting its 2023 CTOM Tournament at Southern Connecticut State University. On March 18th, over 45 teams of students from grades Kindergarten through 12th grade participated in the CTOM creative problem-solving competition. Imagine trying to build an original team-made vehicle…

Wizard of Oz returns to Kweskin stage

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…

Governor Lamont announces $11.5 million to continue Connecticut’s popular Summer Enrichment Program for next two years

HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Charlene M. Russell-Tucker today announced that the Connecticut State Department of Education is releasing $11.5 million from its share of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to continue its highly successful Summer Enrichment Program in summer 2023 and summer 2024. The governor proposed the creation of…

Westport Country Playhouse Announces Cast for Suspense Thriller “Mauritius,” Written and Directed by Theresa Rebeck

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 Accepting Applications for 2023 Woodward Internship Program

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…