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Auditions: Broadway through the Decades Directed By: Tori Cutalo Submission Deadline September 4, 2026 by 9:00pm Performance Dates September 25 and 26 at 8:00 pm Description: Join Studio Players for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music, style, and spirit of Broadway across generations. Featuring a talented cast of local performers, this cabaret-style concert highlights beloved…

What an incredible way to celebrate another amazing season at Studio Players! We’re so excited that our productions of First Date, Our Town, and A Night at the Theatre have been recognized with nominations for the 2026 NJACT Perry Awards. While it’s always exciting to see individual achievements recognized, community theatre has never been about…

Broadway through the Decades Directed by Tori Cutalo Join Studio Players for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music, style, and spirit of Broadway across generations. Featuring a talented cast of local performers, this cabaret-style concert highlights beloved favorites and contemporary hits from some of Broadway’s most celebrated musicals. Whether you love classic show tunes or…

POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive By Selina FillingerDirected by Emily Miller A wildly funny and razor-sharp political farce, POTUS takes audiences inside the chaotic inner workings of the White House at a moment when everything that can go wrong does. Seven brilliant and beleaguered women scramble…

Ho Ho Ho! The Santa Claus Chronicles By Pat CookDirected by John Fraissinet This festive holiday romp delivers laughter, mischief, and heartwarming cheer for audiences of all ages. When unexpected twists threaten Christmas as we know it, a cast of colorful characters must band together to save the season. Filled with playful humor, lively moments,…

The Women of Lockerbie By Deborah BrevoortDirected by Alicia Hayes Inspired by the true events following the Pan Am Flight 103 tragedy, this deeply moving drama tells the story of the women of Lockerbie, Scotland, who sought to bring comfort and dignity to grieving families. Blending poetic storytelling with raw emotion, the play explores loss,…

24 Hour Play Fest Directed by Leticia Diaz Be there for the inaugural Studios Players 24-Hour Play Festival, an exhilarating theatrical challenge where anything can happen! Watch as writers, directors, and actors create, rehearse, and perform brand-new original plays in just 24 hours. Then, you become part of the action as the audience votes to…

Alice in Pantoland By Dawn CairnsDirected by Marilyn Woodhull Step into a delightfully topsy-turvy world where Alice in Wonderland comes to life in the colorful, family-friendly tradition of British pantomime. Bursting with comedy, audience participation, and plenty of playful surprises, this lively adventure is filled with larger-than-life characters, dazzling costumes, and laugh-out-loud moments for all…

Laughs in Spanish By Alexis ScheerDirected by Leticia Diaz Set against the vibrant backdrop of Miami’s contemporary art scene, this lively comedy follows a young gallery owner whose big day unravels in spectacular fashion. As personal and professional worlds collide, secrets surface and chaos reigns in the most entertaining ways. Infused with culture, wit, and…

The Importance of Being Earnest By Oscar WildeDirected by Alec J. Wolf One of the most beloved comedies ever written, this witty masterpiece follows two friends who invent alter egos to escape social obligations. They find themselves entangled in a web of romance and mistaken identity. With its sparkling dialogue, absurd situations, and sharp social…

Studio Players Announces an Unforgettable 2026–2027 Season The curtain is about to rise on another incredible year at Studio Players, and we couldn’t be more excited to share what’s in store. Our 2026–2027 season celebrates everything that makes live theater unforgettable: laugh-out-loud comedy, moving drama, festive family entertainment, daring new experiences, and timeless classics. Whether…

POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive A wildly funny and razor-sharp political farce, POTUS takes audiences inside the chaotic inner workings of the White House at a moment when everything that can go wrong does. Seven brilliant and beleaguered women scramble to contain a national crisis sparked…

Get ready for a Shakespearean takeover! The Montclair Foundation and Studio Players are delighted to present William Shakespeare’s classic comedy of romance and intrigue, “Much Ado About Nothing,”opening July 10 at the Van Vleck House & Gardens. 21 Van Vleck St, Montclair, NJ 07042 Dates: Friday, July 10th–SOLD OUT! Saturday, July 11th–SOLD OUT! Thursday, July…

The Laramie Project 10 Years Later By Moises Kaufman and Leigh Fondakowski Directed By: Thomas J. Donohoe II One Night Only! June 14 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…

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 Evans stumbles on her late sister Tilly’s D&D notebook, she discovers a side to her that she never knew filled with epic battles, fierce warriors, and hilarious, geeky fun.  Packed with…

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…

She Kills Monsters By Qui Nguyen Directed By: Alec J. Wolf 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 Evans stumbles on her late sister Tilly’s D&D notebook, she discovers a side to her that she never knew…

Get ready for a fang-tastically funny night at the theater! Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud reimagining of the classic vampire tale. Packed with clever wordplay, quick-change performances, and over-the-top antics, this high-energy spoof brings Dracula and his eccentric cast of characters to life like never before. Whether you love classic horror…

An irreverent, darkly comic, modern take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth and sidekick. This fast-paced romp re-examines the world’s most famous detective story with a bold new feminist lens. In this highly theatrical, small-cast escapade, oddball female roommates Sherlock (yes, it’s also a girl’s name—wait, is it a girl’s name? Is it even…

Studio Players is proud to announce an exciting new partnership through which we will take up residency at Van Vleck House & Gardens in Montclair for a limited run of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing! This site-specific production will enable the audience to follow the actors throughout the historic Greek-revival house and 5-acre gardens as…

Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors By Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen Directed By: Mead Winters Get ready for a fang-tastically funny night at the theater! Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud reimagining of the classic vampire tale. Packed with clever wordplay, quick-change performances, and over-the-top antics, this high-energy spoof brings Dracula and his eccentric cast of…

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…

Our February 7 at 3:00pm show only has 40 seats left. The February 7 at 8:00 pm is SOLD OUT 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…

Applications close on December 31 at 11:59pm. We’re looking for passionate, creative directors to bring exciting productions to life on our stage. If you’re interested in joining our upcoming season, please complete the form below. Our play selection committee will review all submissions and be in touch with next steps.

Burlesque & Bingo: Variety Night Auditions  Get ready for the most unique audition event of the year!  Burlesque & Bingo is seeking performers of all kinds — actors, singers, dancers, jugglers, unicyclists, magicians, comedians, hula hoopers, and beyond. If you can entertain, we want to see you shine! Auditions Saturday January 3rd & Sunday January 4th  ~ 6:00pm-10:00pm If…

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…

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,…

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 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…

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…