Current Season
Department of Theatre
THE LOVE TALKER
By Deborah Pryor
Directed by Jeff Casazza
Williams Theatre
September 26, 27, Oct. 2, 3, 4 | 8 p.m.
September 28 | 2 p.m.
Something sinister is lurking in the woods. In a small, isolated house surrounded by a dark forest deep in the Appalachian Mountains, two orphaned sisters live alone in this cautionary, coming-of-age fable reminiscent of the Brothers Grimm and Stephen King. The sisters quickly learn that they are not as safe as they imagined, and that someone (or something) is determined to disturb the life they’ve built together. Atmospheric, sensual, and eerie, this supernatural tale is sure to leave you with goosebumps as it builds to its terrifying conclusion.
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
Music/Lyrics by William Finn
Book by Rachel Sheinkin
Conceived by Rebecca Feldman
Directed by Bev Redman
Musical Direction by Holly Knott
Williams Theatre
Nov. 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 | 8 p.m.
Nov. 16 | 2 p.m.
“May I have the definition?” This Tony-winning musical is a hilarious tale of overachiever angst, chronicling the epic experience of six adolescent underdogs vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime. It’s an unlikely hit about the unlikeliest of heroes: a quirky yet charming cast of competitive outsiders for whom a spelling bee is the one place where they can both stand out and fit in at the same time. Be prepared for audience participation and plenty of laughs!
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE'S THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, THE MARCH FOR THE VOTE
Originally conceived and directed by Barbara Gaines
Written and adapted by Ron West
Directed by John O’Connell
William Theatre
February 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 | 8 p.m.
February 22 | 2 p.m.
The year is 1919 and, amidst suffrage marches in Chicago, a women's social club is convening to rehearse their performance The Taming of the Shrew. In the classic play, suitors compete for the hand of the demure Bianca, but her father decrees that her fiery and tempestuous sister Katherine must wed first. Brave Petruchio accepts the challenge-and so begins a notorious battle of wits. As they rehearse, these non-committed Suffragettes will re-examine Shakespeare's story and their own status as women in a rapidly changing society. This production reimagines Shakespeare’s beloved comedy with an all-female cast.
THE SPITFIRE GRILL
Music/Book by James Valcq
Lyrics/Book by Fred Alley
Based on the Film by Lee David Zlotoff
Directed by Julie Lyn Barber
Musical Direction by Holly Knott
Williams Theatre
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 | 8 p.m.
April 19 | 2 p.m.
This heartwarming musical follows the mysterious, young Percy Talbott to Gilead, Wisconsin – a town she chose from a picture in a travel book – where she hopes to begin a new life after a recent incarceration. There, she finds a new job and community at the local restaurant, the Spitfire Grill, where she helps the entire town rediscover their sense of human kindness. Brimming with memorable characters and a melodic, folk-inspired score, The Spitfire Grill is a joyous celebration of second chances and families of all kinds- lost, familiar, and found.
University Box Office
Schatzlein Box Office
Conveniently located in the lobby of the Rhinehart Music Center, the box office is the home base of the daily operations for tickets purchases for theatre performances, music concerts and recitals, lectures, and other entertainment events. Patrons are encouraged to call in advance to reserve their tickets. Please arrive early. Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of management or at intermission.
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Contact
260-481-6555, option 2
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Single Ticket Prices for Plays
- $18 Adults
- $16 Seniors/Faculty/Staff/Alumni
- $14 Groups of 10 or More
- $14 Other College Students with ID
- $5 Purdue Fort Wayne students/high school Students/children under 18
Single Ticket Prices for Musicals
- $20 Adults
- $18 Seniors/Faculty/Staff/Alumni
- $16 Groups of 10 or More
- $16 Other College Students with ID
- $5 Purdue Fort Wayne students/high school students/children under 18
Single Ticket Prices for Studio Showcase
Season Subscription patrons receive one free ticket to each production in
Studio Theatre when they are part of the season throughout the academic year.
$5 All Other Patrons
Patrons with Disabilities
- Accessible parking and lower level seating.
- SoundMate® Personal Listening System available in Williams Theatre for patrons with hearing loss.
- Call the University Box Office at 260-481-6555, option 2, for any additional questions.