Michelle Azar in “All Things Equal: The Life & Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsberg” – Photo by Bing Liem Westport Country Playhouse will present “All Things Equal: The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg,” a one-woman play written by Tony Award-winning playwright Rupert Holmes and directed by Laley Lippard, for three performances, Friday and Saturday, May 3 and 4 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, May 5, at 3 p.m. “I believe ‘All Things Equal: The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’ will bring together the audience and the glorious RBG in an enlightening and touching encounter with the remarkable per ..read more

Image via Google Search Westport Country Playhouse’s Family Festivities series will present “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!,” on Saturday, April 27, at 1 and 4 p.m., produced by TheaterWorksUSA. The script is by Mo Willems, creator of the #1 New York Times best-selling, Caldecott Honor award-winning “Pigeon” picture books. Willems began his career as a writer and animator for PBS’ “Sesame Street,” where he garnered six Emmy Awards for his writing. Music is by Deborah Wicks La Puma. Ticket availability is limited. In “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! Th ..read more

Jean Louisa Kelly – Photo by Stephen Mosher  Westport Country Playhouse will present actress, singer, and dancer Jean Louisa Kelly in “Anything Can Happen!,” a Mic in Hand event, on Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. The show takes the audience on a journey through the serendipitous story of Kelly’s life in and out of show business, from small-town New England to Hollywood and Broadway.  With songs from “Gypsy,” “The Fantasticks,” “Next to Normal,” and “Company,” Kelly’s story is uplifting, moving, and fun, leaving the audience with the belief that truly, “Anything Can Happen!”  ..read more

Bruce Miller, Playhouse archivist and tour guide Westport Country Playhouse announces “From the Page to the Stage” guided tours are available to the public by reservation on selected Friday and Saturday mornings each month. Tours are scheduled on March 29 and 30, April 20 and 26, May 17 and 18, June 28 and 29, and July 26 and 27, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Each tour is limited to 25 people.   Guiding the tours will be Bruce Miller, Playhouse archivist. “Go behind the scenes at one of Westport’s treasures!,” said Miller. “Now you can find out more about the great artists that made ..read more

 Westport Country Playhouse’s board of trustees has appointed director, playwright, and actor Mark Shanahan as artistic director, and long-time Playhouse administrator Beth Huisking as managing director. Since last summer, Shanahan and Huisking have served as incoming artistic director and acting managing director, respectively, and now officially assume the positions. “We are thrilled to have Mark and Beth at the helm,” said Athena T. Adamson, chair, Playhouse board of trustees. “They both have a deep knowledge of and respect for this treasured theater, while still keeping an enthusiasm ..read more

MoCA Westport warmly invites artisans and craftspeople to apply for its distinguished Summer Artisan Marketplace Series. Set amidst our exquisite outdoor sculpture garden, this series presents a unique platform for vendors to exhibit their goods to a community passionate about supporting local artisans. The Summer Artisan Marketplace will unfold on select Sundays throughout the summer, including the dates: June 16 June 30 July 14 July 28 August 4 August 18 September 8 These marketplaces, held outdoors, offer a picturesque and inspiring environment for both vendors and visitors alike. V ..read more

Westport Book Shop welcomes artists  Karen Kallins and Veronica Hauresz for March art exhibit Photo via Westport Book Shop  The Westport Book Shop is pleased to welcome local artists Karen Kallins and Veronica Hauresz as guest exhibitors for the month of March at the Book Shop’s Drew Friedman Art Place.  Karen and Veronica collaborated on a series of photographic artworks they’ve titled “Immiscible”.  The striking images are based on simple elements such as oil, water, and colorful backgrounds.  The combinations are endless, and each photo is u ..read more

Image via MoCA Westport Opening Night of the Exhibit 6-8PM with a special performance by Sahmra Sawyer (also known as Supreme Divinity). Free for all members, $10 suggested admission for non-members Exhibition Dates: March 22, 2024-June 16, 2024 It Will Go On examines the written word, tracing the complex ways in which text and by extension literature are utilized by contemporary artists. Taking inspiration from poet Nikki Giovanni’s “My Poem” the exhibition responds to the poem’s call for continued revolution, focusing on the poem’s final line,“it will go on.” Exploring questions of revolutio ..read more

A former Westport Country Playhouse intern.  Westport Country Playhouse announces that applications are now being accepted through Friday, March 8 for the 2024 Joanne Woodward Internship Program for theater career aspirants. Interns enhance their professional skills and gain on-the-job experience working directly with Playhouse senior staff during summer months. Named in honor of actress, director, and the Playhouse’s former artistic director, the Joanne Woodward Internship program is one of the nation’s preeminent theater training opportunities for emerging professio ..read more

The Wood Brothers to perform at Levitt Pavilion on June 16, 2024 Tickets MEMBER PRE-SALE: THURSDAY, FEB 15 @ 10AM ET  CONCERT TICKETS: GENERAL ADMISSION (except where noted) Premium Section (Chair Provided; front area of lawn) Limited Opportunity: Reserved Seat: $98.50 Advance /  $88.75 Member Advance General Admission/Chair Provided: $66 Advance / $59.50 Member Advance / $71 Day of Show LAWN Section: BYO-LAWN CHAIR General Admission: $31 Advance / $28 Member Advance / $36 Day of Show The Wood Brothers The Wood Brothers have learned to trust their hearts. For the better part of ..read more