Don’t miss a Chance Moment!
Prepare yourself for Chance Theater’s 24th Anniversary Season—another compelling collection of contemporary and immersive theater in 2022 that will celebrate boldness and artistry.
Main Series
of exciting plays and musicals
Season Producers
Bette & Wylie Aitken
Associate Season Producers
The Family of Mary Kay Fyda-Mar
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OC PREMIERE! Experience pro wrestling in a whole new light — or perhaps for the first time — in Kristoffer Diaz’s Pulitzer Prize-nominated play.
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2022 Season
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EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND! The two-time Tony Award-winning hit musical Green Day’s American Idiot, based on the Grammy Award-winning multi-platinum album, boldly takes the American musical where it’s never gone before. This high-octane show follows the journey of a new generation of young Americans as they struggle to find meaning in a post-9/11 world. This powerhouse musical includes every song from Green Day’s album, American Idiot, as well as several songs from its follow-up release, 21st Century Breakdown. NOTE: This show contains mature content and strong language. Recommended for mature audiences. WINNER of 6 OCTG Theatre AwardsOutstanding Direction of a…
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A comedy for parents and those of us who love them Acclaimed writer Molly Smith Metzler (Shameless, Orange is the New Black, and Maid) holds both a microscope and a megaphone to the joys and perils that today’s mothers face. This hilarious and heart-warming comedy takes a sharp and honest look at the power of female friendship, the dilemma of going back to work after being home with a newborn, and the effect that economic and social class has on parenthood in America. NOTE: This show is recommended for ages 12 and older for mature themes. It also includes a…
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2022 Season
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EXTENDED THRU MARCH 6th! See the groundbreaking smash hit musical that won the Pulitzer Prize and three Tony Awards during its acclaimed run on Broadway. With a thrilling contemporary score, Next to Normal takes you behind the proverbial white picket fence to discover a family coming to terms with their past, bravely fighting to face their future, and striving to take care of themselves and each other. This emotional powerhouse of a musical is authentic, humorous, and unflinching. It will leave you breathless and full of hope. NOTE: This show contains adult themes and language. It is recommended for mature…
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2022 Season
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New Play Readings
OTR Reading Series
Season Producers
Bette & Wylie Aitken
Associate Season Producers
The Family of Mary Kay Fyda-Mar
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Masks are strongly recommended while inside our building, but we are no longer requiring mask-wearing or proof of vaccination to attend a general performance. » Click here to read our updated health and safety protocols. This new play will be presented as a reading. Readings are an essential part of the play development process. We are proud to offer this as part of our On The Radar (OTR) New Works Program that aims to support the creation of diverse new stories by emerging U.S. playwrights. Click here to learn more about OTR. ABOUT THE SHOW: In every artistic context, the imagery of…
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2022 Season
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This new play will be presented as a LAB Workshop. Workshops are an essential part of the play development process. We are proud to offer this as part of our On The Radar (OTR) New Works Program that aims to support the creation of diverse new stories by emerging U.S. playwrights. Click here to learn more about OTR. ABOUT THE SHOW: We Ain’t Ever Gonna Break Up: The Hymon & Parfunkel Story is the first jukebox musical about, and featuring the songs of, a band that never existed. This original two-man folk musical parodies the tired tropes of jukebox musicals like Jersey Boys,…
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2022 Season
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Our COVID-19 policy requires ticket holders to wear a mask at all times while inside the Bette Aitken theater arts Center. » Learn more about our health and safety protocols. This new play will be presented as a LAB Workshop. Workshops are an essential part of the play development process. We are proud to offer this as part of our On The Radar (OTR) New Works Program that aims to support the creation of diverse new stories by emerging U.S. playwrights. Click here to learn more about OTR. ABOUT THE SHOW: Gifted scientist Dr. Mirian Reyes has discovered a method of using mycelium…
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2022 Season
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Our COVID-19 policy requires General Performance ticket holders to wear a mask at all times while inside the Bette Aitken theater arts Center. » Learn more about our health and safety protocols. This new play will be presented as a LAB Workshop. Workshops are an essential part of the play development process. We are proud to offer this as part of our On The Radar (OTR) New Works Program that aims to support the creation of diverse new stories by emerging U.S. playwrights. Click here to learn more about OTR. ABOUT THE SHOW: Matinicus: A Lighthouse Play is based on the true story…
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2022 Season
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This new play will be presented as a reading. Readings are an essential part of the play development process. We are proud to offer this as part of our On The Radar (OTR) New Works Program that aims to support the creation of diverse new stories by emerging U.S. playwrights. Click here to learn more about OTR. ABOUT THE SHOW: You’re not going to want to miss the staged reading of the updated version of this brand new pulpy riot grrrl musical adaptation of The Scarlet Letter written by singer-songwriter Jill Sobule (“I Kissed a Girl,” “Supermodel”) and our 2020 Resident Playwright…
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2022 Season
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Our COVID-19 policy requires ticket holders to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 or a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 48 hours (2 days) prior to entering the theater. Masks are required at all times for all patrons. Ticket holders who do not comply with these policies will not be admitted. » Learn more about our health and safety protocols. This new play will be presented as a reading. Readings are an essential part of the play development process. We are proud to offer this as part of our On The Radar (OTR) New Works Program that aims to…
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2022 Season
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Holiday Series
Season Producers
Bette & Wylie Aitken
Associate Season Producers
The Family of Mary Kay Fyda-Mar
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Nancy is back and fancier than ever! Based on the New York Times bestselling picture book by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser, join The Clancy’s for a fun and Fancy-tastic Holiday treat that’s great for the whole family!
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2022 Season
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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! From the novel that holds a special place in the heart of American literature, comes a new musical which proves this timeless story is still relevant, funny, and heartbreaking today.
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2022 Season
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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Bring the family and watch as Fancy Nancy and her friends Bree, Rhonda, Wanda, and Lionel get ready to perform in their very first show, “Deep Sea Dances.”
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2022 Season
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TYA/Family Series
Season Producers
Bette & Wylie Aitken
Associate Season Producers
The Family of Mary Kay Fyda-Mar
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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Bring the family and watch as Fancy Nancy and her friends Bree, Rhonda, Wanda, and Lionel get ready to perform in their very first show, “Deep Sea Dances.”
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2022 Season
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