Million Dollar Quartet

Million Dollar QuartetBook by Colin Escott and Floyd MutruxOriginal Concept and Direction by Floyd MutruxInspired by Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl PerkinsDirected by Jason Cohen  June 19–28, 2025 On December 4, 1956 an extraordinary twist of fate......More

Million Dollar QuartetBook by Colin Escott and Floyd MutruxOriginal Concept and Direction by Floyd MutruxInspired by Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl PerkinsDirected by Jason Cohen  June 19–28, 2025 On December 4, 1956 an extraordinary twist of fate brought rock ‘n’ roll greats Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley together at Sun Record in Memphis, Tennessee for the most legendary jam session ever. Million Dollar Quartet brings that night to life in a toe-tapping, musical re-telling filled with broken promises, betrayals, celebrations, and an incredible score of rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, R&B and country hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Walk the Line,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Hound Dog,” and more. “Express(es) the riotous joy, beauty and sadness of life in songs that shoot straight for the soul.” –The New York Times   Tickets on sale now! Performance Schedule: Thursday, June 19 7:30 pm (preview)Friday, June 20 7:30 pm (opening night)Saturday, June 21 2:30 pm & 7:30 pmSunday, June 22 2:30 pmTuesday, June 24 7:30 pmWednesday, June 25 7:30 pmThursday, June 26 7:30 pmFriday, June 27 7:30 pmSaturday, June 28 2:30 pm & 7:30 pm Runtime is approximately 2 hours, including a 15 minute intermission   This production contains mild language, alcohol use, smoking and mature content. Recommended for ages 12 and older.            

Waitress

WaitressBook by Jessie NelsonMusic and Lyrics by Sara BareillesBased upon the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly  Directed by Shirley SerotskyMusic Director: Jeremy PletterChoreographer: Aimee Rials  July 10–19, 2025 Jenna, a waitress and talented pie-baker, is s......More

WaitressBook by Jessie NelsonMusic and Lyrics by Sara BareillesBased upon the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly  Directed by Shirley SerotskyMusic Director: Jeremy PletterChoreographer: Aimee Rials  July 10–19, 2025 Jenna, a waitress and talented pie-baker, is stuck in a small town and a troubled marriage. When life takes an unexpected turn, Jenna fears she may have to abandon her dream of opening a pie shop–until a nearby baking contest and the town’s handsome new doctor offer her the tempting possibility of a fresh start. Surrounded by her quirky crew of fellow waitresses and loyal customers, Jenna summons the secret ingredient she’s been missing all along–courage. Featuring music and lyrics by Grammy Award winner Sara Bareilles, this hit musical offers a special recipe for finding happiness where we least expect it. “Rises to transporting heights, and sweeps up your heart along with it.”—The New York Times   Waitress is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).   Tickets on sale now!   Performance Schedule: Thursday, July 10 7:30 pm (preview)Friday, July 11 7:30 pm (opening night)Saturday, July 12 2:30 pmSaturday, July 12 7:30 pmSunday, July 13 2:30 pmTuesday, July 15 7:30 pmWednesday, July 16 7:30 pmThursday, July 17 7:30 pmFriday, July 18 7:30 pmSaturday, July 19 2:30 pmSaturday, July 19 7:30 pm Runtime is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including a 15 minute intermission   This production contains themes of domestic abuse, infidelity, sexual content, and emotional distress. Recommended for ages 13 and older.

The Velveteen Rabbit

The Velveteen RabbitA Hangar Theatre KIDDSTUFF ProductionAdapted by Kevin Del AguilaBased on the book by Margery Williams Directed by Sarah Plotkin  July 11–13 Adapted from the classic children’s book, The Velveteen Rabbit is a joyous celebration of imagination, friends......More

The Velveteen RabbitA Hangar Theatre KIDDSTUFF ProductionAdapted by Kevin Del AguilaBased on the book by Margery Williams Directed by Sarah Plotkin  July 11–13 Adapted from the classic children’s book, The Velveteen Rabbit is a joyous celebration of imagination, friendship, and the power of a child’s love. In this innovative take on the timeless story, an ensemble of actors bring both the playroom and the great outdoors to life with energy, creativity, and theatrical magic. Performances:Friday, July 11 at 10 am & noonSaturday, July 12 at 10 am & noonSunday, July 13 at noon The Velveteen Rabbit will take place outdoors, under the KIDDSTUFF Tent.  Tickets on sale now!

Hangar Theatre Outdoor Stage, 801 Taughannock Blvd., Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock ExperienceA Hangar Theatre KIDDSTUFF ProductionWritten by Mo WillemsMusic by Deborah Wicks La PumaBased on the book: Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed by Mo Willems Directed by Adara AlstonMusic Director: Enaw Elonge July 24–27 Kids (and ......More

Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock ExperienceA Hangar Theatre KIDDSTUFF ProductionWritten by Mo WillemsMusic by Deborah Wicks La PumaBased on the book: Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed by Mo Willems Directed by Adara AlstonMusic Director: Enaw Elonge July 24–27 Kids (and their grown-ups) will love this rock ‘n roll parable with a worthy message, based on the hit children’s book by Mo Willems. When Wilbur discovers his creative spirit and develops a love for fashion, it turns the expectations of his–well, totally naked–world upside down. With rock and roll music, expressive lyrics, and unique style, Wilbur proves to everyone that the best thing you can be, is exactly who you are! Performances: Thursday, July 24 at 10 am & noonFriday, July 25 at 10 am & noonSaturday, July 26 at 10 am & noonSunday, July 27 at noon Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed will take place outdoors, under the KIDDSTUFF Tent.  Tickets on sale now!

Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson, Apt. 2B

Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson, Apt. 2BBy Kate HamillDirected by Jen Pearcy-Edwards   July 26–August 2, 2025 A clever, comedic, contemporary take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth and sidekick duo by Lansing-born Ithaca College alumna Kate Hamill. This fast-paced re-te......More

Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson, Apt. 2BBy Kate HamillDirected by Jen Pearcy-Edwards   July 26–August 2, 2025 A clever, comedic, contemporary take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth and sidekick duo by Lansing-born Ithaca College alumna Kate Hamill. This fast-paced re-telling of the world’s most famous detective story brings oddball female roommates Sherlock Holmes & Joan Watson together as they join forces to solve outlandish cases in post-pandemic London. The two create a dynamic duo–solving mysteries and outwitting masterminds–until they come face to face with a villain who seems to have all of the answers. “A witty, intelligent farce with just enough slapstick to keep you from taking things too seriously…the perfect antidote to a stressful day and a guaranteed laugh.”—WRPO, Providence, Rhode Island     Tickets on sale now!   Performance Schedule: Saturday, July 26 2:30 pm (preview)Saturday, July 26 7:30 pm (opening night)Sunday, July 27 2:30 pmTuesday, July 29 7:30 pmWednesday, July 30 7:30 pmThursday, July 31 7:30 pmFriday, August 1 7:30 pmSaturday, August 2 2:30 pmSaturday, August 2 7:30 pm Runtime is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes, including a 15 minute intermission This production contains theatrical weapons, violence, and mild sexual references. Recommended for ages 13 and older.