OUR 105TH SEASON
Red, White, and Clue!
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with The Community Players’ exciting 2026–2027 season, Red, White, and Clue!
From the all-American charm and catchy tunes of Bye Bye Birdie, to the laugh-out-loud mystery and mayhem of Clue, to the classic musical comedy and high-seas adventure of Anything Goes, this season is packed with unforgettable characters, timeless entertainment, and community spirit that have defined The Community Players for more than a century. Join us for a season of unforgettable fun!
Bye Bye Birdie
Music by Charles Strouse
Lyrics by Lee Adams
Book by Michael Stewart
Originally Produced by Edward Padula
Director Terry Murray
Performances
Friday & Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2:00pm
November 13, 14, 15, 20 ,21, & 22 2026
Step back into the 1950s with Bye Bye Birdie, the classic musical comedy inspired by the excitement of early rock-and-roll and teen idol culture. When superstar Conrad Birdie is drafted into the army, his manager devises one final publicity stunt that sends a small Ohio town into a frenzy. What follows is a whirlwind of romance, chaos, and unforgettable fun.
Filled with energetic dance numbers, colorful characters, and beloved songs like “Put On a Happy Face” and “Kids,” Bye Bye Birdie is a joyful celebration of youth, family, and the power of music. This crowd-pleasing favorite promises laughter, nostalgia, and entertainment for audiences of all ages.
CLUE
Written by Sandy Rustin
Additional Material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price
Original Music by Michael Holland
Based on a Paramount Motion Picture
Based on the Hasbro board game CLUE.
Director Andrew g. Bobola
Performances:
Friday & Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2:00pm
February 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, & 21 2027
Based on the iconic board game and the cult classic film, Clue by Sandy Rustin is a fast-paced comedy mystery filled with twists, turns, and nonstop laughs. When six mysterious guests arrive at Boddy Manor for an unusual dinner party, the evening quickly spirals into chaos as secrets are revealed and murders begin to pile up.
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Packed with witty dialogue, outrageous characters, and clever surprises, Clue delivers an entertaining theatrical experience that keeps audiences guessing until the very end. Equal parts suspenseful and hilarious, this madcap whodunit is perfect for longtime fans and newcomers alike.
Anything Goes
Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter
Original Book by P.G. Wodehouse, Guy Bolton, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse
New Book by Timothy Crouse and John Weidman
Director Christopher Margadonna
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Performances:
Friday & Saturday 7:30pm,
Sunday 2:00pm
April 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, & 25 2027
Anything Goes, the beloved classic featuring music and lyrics by Cole Porter. Aboard the luxurious S.S. American, an unforgettable cast of characters including lovestruck passengers, colorful criminals, and the glamorous nightclub singer Reno Sweeney find themselves tangled in a whirlwind of mistaken identities and madcap antics on the high seas.
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Filled with timeless songs like “I Get a Kick Out of You,” “You’re the Top,” and the showstopping title number “Anything Goes,” this tap-dancing extravaganza is pure Broadway magic. Packed with wit, charm, and nonstop entertainment, Anything Goes is a joyful celebration of love, laughter, and the golden age of musical theatre.