Hello from the Studio Players DEI Committee! We have sadly had a very difficult few months this spring as we lost our beloved, visionary leader, Elizabeth Quiñones, to breast cancer in April. It was Elizabeth that truly jump started our DEI efforts when she founded the Studio Players Diversity & Inclusion Committee as a response […]
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Studio Players is thrilled to announce our 2025–2026 season! For over 85 years, Studio Players has been proud to bring high-quality, affordable live theatre to Montclair and the surrounding community. Since 1937, our all-volunteer team has worked passionately to deliver engaging productions that entertain, inspire, and connect. This upcoming season promises to be no exception.
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After first joining Studio Players as a costume manager for our 2016 production of Stage Kiss, Elizabeth Sanchez Quiñones quickly blossomed into one of our finest actors and most dedicated leaders– gracing our stage in numerous productions including Vanya, Sonia, Masha & Spike; Jake’s Women; A Seusified Christmas Carol; and Almost Maine. However it was
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Our Town By Thorton Wilder Directed By: Lynn Polan Performance Dates Description: Our Town is the beloved American classic that recently wowed Broadway audiences! This funny, touching, and surprisingly modern play takes you into the heart of small-town life, where ordinary moments become unforgettable. With themes of love, family, and what truly matters, it’s a
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A Night at the Theatre An Original Immersive Murder Mystery Experience Original Concept and Written By Allyssa Hynes and E. Dale Smith-Gallo Directed by E. Dale Smith-Gallo & Allyssa Hynes Performance Dates Audition Dates Description: As the cast, crew, and audience assemble to watch Studio Players’ production of “The Mysterious Case of the Chestnut and
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Despite recent challenges to DEI efforts at the federal level, Studio Players remains unwavering in our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Since embarking on this journey in 2020, we have experienced unprecedented growth, welcoming artists from all backgrounds onto our stage, behind the scenes, and within our leadership. We have witnessed firsthand the transformative
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Overview The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon is a spoof on several of the Brothers Grimm Fairy tales. In this fast-paced, rollicking ride, two narrators and several actors attempt to combine all 209 stories, from classics like Snow White, Cinderella, and Hansel and Gretel to more bizarre, obscure stories like Faithful Johannes and The Girl Without Hands. A
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Studio Players is accepting applications to direct for our 2025 – 2026 season. We are an all volunteer, non-union organization that has been continuously performing in Montclair, NJ since 1937. Applicants are invited to pitch up to 3 titles. Our online application form is below. Our Casting Philosophy All Studio Players auditions are open to
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The NJACT Perry Awards are given for outstanding achievements in New Jersey Community Theater. At the beginning of each season, NJACT Member Theaters submit their shows for award consideration. Two NJACT Reviewers attend each production, evaluate all on-stage aspects of the performance, and provide separate numerical scores for over 50 different criteria across 10 different
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