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First Date is the laugh-out-loud, heartwarming musical comedy that proves love is never simple, but it sure is entertaining! When Aaron, an uptight, buttoned-up newbie to the dating scene, sits down across from Casey, a confident, free spirit who plays by her own rules, sparks fly, but not always in the way you’d expect. What…

Crime Fiction By Deidre Girard Directed By: Emily Miller One Night Only! October 26, 2025 at 7:00 pm. All seats $10 Buy Tickets Today Crime Fiction by Deirdre Girard is a witty, suspenseful psychological thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Maddie, a sharp and ambitious crime journalist,…

A Night at the Theatre: An Original Immersive Murder Mystery Experience: Step into the world of a 1940s-style comedy—until the leading lady drops dead, and the real show begins! In this immersive world premiere, the audience becomes part of the action, moving through all three floors of the theatre—front of house, backstage, dressing rooms, and…

Ho! Ho! Ho! Christmas Shorts is full of festive feel-good holiday fun for the whole family. You’ll find everything here, from kids writing letters to Santa, to the big guy getting ready for Christmas himself, to a bunch of elves who accidentally rip Santa’s gift bag at the last minute.  (Don’t worry, Mrs. Claus can…

Help support the arts! Studio Players is a volunteer-driven, inclusive community theater located in Montclair, NJ since 1937. We are currently holding our annual appeal to raise funds to continue providing quality, award-winning theatre performances to the Northern NJ community. Donate Today Sponsorship will directly support: funding capital improvement projects to our 120 year old…

Our Town By Thorton Wilder Directed By: Lynn Polan Performance Dates January 23, 24, 30, 31, February 6, 7 at 8:00 pm January 25 and February 1 at 3:00 pm 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…

By Alicia Whavers Directed By: Emily Miller One Night Only! February 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm. All seats $10 Buy Tickets Today Hey! I Heard You’re Black by New Jersey’s own Alicia Whavers presents a vivid tapestry of stories that capture the nuanced realities of Black life in America. Through an anthology of interconnected monologues…

Burlesque & Bingo Original Concept and Direction By: Anthony DiAmbrosio Performance Dates March 12, 13, 14, 15 at 8:00pm Description: Burlesque & Bingo – A Night of Glamour and Games! Get ready for a night of sizzling entertainment and fabulous fun! Enjoy dazzling burlesque performances that bring the glamour, sass, and tease, all while playing…

Dracula a Comedy of Terrors By Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen Directed By: Mead Winters Performance Dates April 17, 18, 24, 25, May 1, 2 at 8:00 pm April 19 and 26 at 3:00 pm Description: Get ready for a fang-tastically funny night at the theater! Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud…

Othello By William Shakespeare Directed By: Emily Miller One Night Only! April 26, 2026 at 7:00 pm. All seats $10 Buy Tickets Today Othello is one of Shakespeare’s most powerful and enduring tragedies—a riveting story of love, jealousy, betrayal, and the devastating cost of misplaced trust. At the height of his triumph, General Othello, a…

It’s here! It’s here! We are so excited to raise the curtain on our 2025-2026 season, and we hope that you will join us for many of our offerings this season! To help you do that, I am proud to announce the New & Improved Studio Players Membership Plan. As we have come together to examine our current…

We are thrilled to announce that Studio Players has received seven nominations for the 2024–2025 NJACT Perry Awards, recognizing excellence in New Jersey community theatre! These nominations reflect the extraordinary talent, passion, and dedication of our casts, crews, creative teams, and volunteers. We are honored to be celebrated among so many incredible theaters across the…

She Kills Monsters By Qui Nguyen Directed By: Alec J. Wolf Performance Dates June 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 at 8:00 pm June 7 and 14 at 3:00 pm Description: She Kills Monsters is a heartfelt, emotion-filled, action-packed comedy that takes audiences on a thrilling journey into the world of Dungeon & Dragons!  When Agnes…

The Laramie Project 10 Years Later By Moises Kaufman and Leigh Fondakowski Directed By: Emily Miller One Night Only! June 28, 2026 at 7:00 pm. All seats $10 Buy Tickets Today The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later is a powerful and deeply moving epilogue to the groundbreaking original. A decade after the brutal murder of…

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Bea Estéban-Messina, a cherished member of our Studio family. Bea fearlessly helmed our holiday productions since our return from the pandemic, filling the stage with joy, warmth, and casts of 40 or more—all united to spread holiday cheer. Before the shutdown, she also directed…

We sat down with some NJACT Perry Awards nominees from Studio Playhouse’s 2024-2025 season: Thomas J. Donohoe II, John Fraissinet, and E. Dale Smith-Gallo to discuss their nominations and all things The Laramie Project!  Studio Playhouse has an outstanding seven nominations for The Laramie Project, including:  OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A PLAY: Thomas J. Donohoe II OUTSTANDING PRODUCTION…

POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive By: Selina Fillinger Directed and Produced by: Emily Miller One Night Only! August 31 at 7:00 pm All seats $10 members free! Welcome to the behind-the-scenes mayhem of modern political power, where chaos meets comedy, and the real brains are not…

A Cabaret of Firsts Directed By: Kevin Ohlweiler From the very first dream roles that sparked our love of theater, to those unforgettable first solos that made our hearts race, this show is packed with the songs that started it all. Get ready for a dazzling mix of powerful ballads, show-stopping anthems, and high-energy numbers…

Come discover something new, one page at a time!$10 General Admission. Tickets on sale soon!Free Admission for Members Join us for an exciting new Staged Reading Series, coming to Studio Playhouse on select Sunday evenings! This intimate series will showcase adynamic mix of original works, contemporary plays, and timeless classics—all performed script- in-hand by talented…

Christmas Shorts By: Lucy Williams Directed By: Matt Masiello Ho! Ho! Ho! Christmas Shorts is full of festive feel-good holiday fun for the whole family. You’ll find everything here, from kids writing letters to Santa, to the big guy getting ready for Christmas himself, to a bunch of elves who accidentally rip Santa’s gift bag…

Auditions: A Cabaret of Firsts Directed By: Kevin Ohlweiler Submission Deadline September 1, 2025 by 9:00pm Performance Dates September 19 and 20 at 8:00 pm Description: A Cabaret of Firsts will feature the songs that inspired our performers firsts! Whether it is our first dream role, our first solo song on stage you will not…

Our Town By Thorton Wilder Directed By: Lynn Polan Performance Dates January 23, 24, 30, 31, February 6, 7 at 8:00 pm January 25 and February 1 at 3:00 pm 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…

Over the past few years, Studio Players has faced devastating losses due to flash flooding, a recurring challenge that has threatened our facilities and our ability to serve our community. These sudden and severe flood events have caused significant damage, disrupting our operations and highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive flood prevention measures. In response,…

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…

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.…

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…

First Date Book by Austin Winsberg Music and Lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner Directed By: Kevin Ohlweiler Music Director: Christynn Morris Choreographer: Lisa Kosak Audition Dates Auditions: August 12 and 13 starting at 7:30PM See sign up form below Callbacks by invitation: August 15 at 7:30PM Performance Dates October 10, 11,16, 17,18 at 8:00…

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 November  13, 14, 15, 16 at 8:00 pm Audition Dates Sunday, August 17th @ 7:00pm Tuesday, August 19th @ 7:00pm Thursday, August 21st @ 7:00pm (Call…

In this fast-paced theatrical romp through the enchanted forest, a teen/adult-centric retelling of Rapunzel, Rumpelstiltskin, Hansel and Gretel, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, and more ensues. Twists and turns will make you laugh until you cry as classic tales are turned on their heads. The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon By: Don Zolidis Directed By: Leticia Diaz…