Past. Present. Timeless.
Our 2025–26 season offers a mix of ancient (Antigone), classic (Our Town, My Fair Lady), mid-century (Detroit '67), absurdist (Rhinoceros), and modern (The Morris & Essex Line) works. We hope you enjoy this dynamic journey through the ages – where timeless themes meet fresh perspectives, and each production sparks conversation, connection, and wonder.
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2025–26 PSCS Season Upcoming Productions
Sneak Preview
You’re Invited to Our Annual Sneak Preview!
Date: September 19, 5:30 PM: $53
Venue: Playhouse Theatre Stage
Ticket price: $53
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we lift the curtain on the 2025–26 season! Your exclusive admission includes delicious hors d’oeuvres, refreshing libations, and a lively performance that offers a taste of what's to come. Meet the creative forces behind the magic – our directors, designers, and talented students – and get a first look at the productions that will light up our stages this season. Be among the first to purchase tickets and secure your seats!
We can’t wait to welcome you to the stage!
Rhinoceros
In a beastly world, humanity is the last taboo.
By Eugène Ionesco
Directed by Sam Osheroff
Dates: October 6–18
Venue: Pavilion Theatre
Previews: Oct. 6, 8
Opening Night: Oct. 9
Evenings: Oct. 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
Matinee: Oct. 18
Evenings $27; Preview/Matinee $24; Student $19
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Crazy for You
Tap shoes, showbiz, and Gershwin – 'Crazy for You' is pure musical comedy magic.
Music and Lyrics by George and Ira Gershwin
Book by Ken Ludwig
Directed by Christine O’Grady
Choreographed by Michele Dunleavy and Christine O’Grady
Music Directed by Darren Cohen
Dates: October 21–November 1
Venue: Playhouse Theatre
Previews: Oct. 21, 23
Opening Night: Oct. 24
Evenings: Oct. 25, 29, 30, 31, Nov. 1
Matinee: Nov. 1
Evenings $32; Preview/Matinee $27; Student $19
Antigone
Duty. Defiance. Destiny.
By Sophocles
Directed by Jenny Lamb
Dates: November 11–21
Venue: Pavilion Theatre
Previews: Nov. 11, 13
Opening Night: Nov. 14
Evenings: Nov. 15, 18, 19, 20, 21
Matinee: N/A
Evenings $27; Preview/Matinee $24; Student $19
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The Morris & Essex Line
What if you could meet the person you used to be?
Music by Joshua Salzman
Book and Lyrics by Ryan Cunningham
Directed by John Simpkins
Choreographed by Natalie Malotke
Music Directed by Ben Kiley
Dates: February 24–March 6
Venue: Pavilion Theatre
Previews: Feb. 24, 26
Opening Night: Feb. 27
Evenings: Feb. 28, March 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Matinee: N/A
Evenings $32; Preview/Matinee $27; Student $19
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Our Town
Look closer – it’s your town too.
By Thorton Wilder
Directed by Steve Snyder
Dates: April 7–18
Venue: Playhouse Theatre
Previews: April 7, 9
Opening Night: April 10
Evenings: April 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
Matinee: April 18
Evenings $27; Preview/Matinee $24; Student $19
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Detroit '67
An uprising is brewing in the Heart of Motown.
By Dominique Morisseau
Directed by Marcus Jordan
Dates: April 16–18
Venue: Downtown Theatre
Evenings: April 16, 17, 18
Matinee: April 18
General admission: $19
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My Fair Lady
Manners maketh the lady – but she’ll decide what makes the woman.
Book and Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
Music by Frederick Loewe
Directed by Kelsey Robins
Dates: April 23–25
Venue: Downtown Theatre
Evenings: April 23, 24, 25
Matinee: April 25
General admission: $19
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NEW THIS SEASON – Opening Night Pre-show Reception & Designer Discussion. $20
Meet the artistic team and discover the creative process at the opening night pre-show reception and designer discussion! Join us at 6:00 PM to mingle, enjoy refreshments, and learn more about what we do. Don’t miss this unique chance to dive into the artistry behind the production!
Note: Reception & Designer Discussion tickets are $20 per event. You must purchase Reception & Designer Discussion and show tickets separately.
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Penn State School of Theatre is home to one of the finest theatre training programs in the country. We invite you to have a richer theatre experience by becoming a patron of Penn State Centre Stage. With your gift, the show can go on. Let our students know that you love the theatre and care about ensuring opportunity for artists.
Our students, faculty, and visiting professionals bring tremendous talent to the stage—and you give them a stage to stand on. Our choreographers, costume and scenic designers, lighting technicians, and entire artistic team envision new worlds—and you give them the resources to realize those worlds. While Penn State provides a foundation for our theatrical productions, we rely on the generosity of our community to provide the additional resources needed to perform at the highest level. Your gifts provide financial assistance with show rights, costumes, technical equipment, set materials, music, marketing, and supporting visiting artists and educators who come to share their craft.
Your patronage will also provide assistance for students with financial need to take advantage of extra-curricular opportunities such as master classes, regional theatre productions, and conference participation. We’re thankful for your partnership and philanthropy, and we applaud every person who joins us in our mission to make our theatre training program one of the top ranked in the country. We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
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- Pre-sale season notification
Benefactor $100 to $499
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Supporter $500 to $999
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- Name recognition in lobby
- Invitation to pre-season event
- Tour behind the scenes
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- Invitation to preshow meet/greet
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- Playbill program highlight
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