Season
Predictor
by Jennifer Blackmer
Previews: Apr 26-27
Fridays & Saturdays, May 3 - 18 at 7 pm
Sunday, May 12 at 2 pm
Based on true events, Predictor is the real-life story of Meg Crane who, in 1967, defied all odds and expectations to become the inventor of the first home pregnancy test. This show is a fast-paced, hilarious, and thoughtful look at one of the forgotten women of history.
Comedy, historical, feminist
Comedy
To Be Continued...
An Improvised Soap Opera
June 13 - August 15
Thursdays at 8 pm
It's a whirlwind of scandalous secrets and jaw-dropping twists! This season our soap opera is a medical drama, and each week's "episode" builds on the last! You'll never see what's coming next in this soap opera... and neither will the actors! Escape into a world of drama, intrigue, and non-stop entertainment, all made up right before your eyes!
Improv, comedy
Improv
Fairy Tea Party
June 15 on the Riverfront Patio, 1 pm
Fairies of all ages and genders are invited to our very special tea party, right in our own beautiful gardens! Fairies will serve up light snacks, treats and assorted tea in beautiful tea pots. Dressing in your most magical fairy attire is encouraged, as there will be lovely photo opportunities in the blooming garden. Plus young fairies will get to make their very own wand and hunt for fairy houses in a scavenger hunt around our Riverfront Patio.
​It's a beautiful afternoon of fun where we all embrace our inner fairy!
*Please note the Fairy Tea is at the CTC and not the Kinney Azalea Gardens
The Ruby Sunrise
by Rinne Groff
June 21 - July 20
Fridays & Saturdays at 7 pm
On a farm in 1927, Ruby has a dream. She's going to invent television. This captivating show follows her over decades as she struggles to bring her revolutionary vision to life and her daughter fights for how Ruby's story is told in a McCarthy Era TV studio.
History, Romance
Comedy
Shakespeare on the Saugatucket: Twelfth Night
July 10 - August 18
Wednesdays & Sundays at 7 pm
on the CTC Riverfront Patio
Shipwrecked twins Viola and Sebastian search for each other and along the way find love, secret identities, and mischievous schemes in one of Shakespeare's greatest comedies. Join us for a lovely evening outside on our Riverfront Patio.
Comedy, Romance, Shakespeare
1776
Music and Lyrics by Sherman Edwards
Book by Peter Stone
Fridays & Saturdays at 7 pm, July 26 - August 24
Sunday at 2 pm, August 25
A piece of paper that will shape the world as we know it today is on the table and fights, deals, and history are in the air. In this award-winning musical, the Founding Fathers grapple with the decision to declare our independence.
Musical, historical
What else is coming in 2024?
Wakefield Idol Tournament of Champions
Thursdays at 7 pm, August 29 - September 12
On the CTC Riverfront Patio
Watch as some of your favorite Past Wakefield Idol winners compete to be crowned the ulitmate champion!
1st Annual CTC Renaissance Faire
Saturday August 31 from 10 - 4 pm
On the CTC Riverfront Patio
As you wish! Join us for a fun new event with roaming musicians, an immersive atmosphere, vendors, sword fights, and a live D & D game! Don't forget to wear your best medieval outfit!
Lampedusa
by Anders Lustgarten
Friday & Saturdays at 7 pm, September 6 - 18
Thursdays at 7 pm, September 19 - 26
On the CTC Riverfront Patio
In this brave, bold, and moving play, a Sicilian fisherman who makes his living salvaging the bodies of migrants, and a young woman working as a debt collector confront the dehumanizing aspects of their jobs while finding hope and connection across cultural divides.
4th Annual Ocean State
Black and Funny Improv Festival
October 3 - 6
This joyful festival features amazing Black Improvisers and troupes from across the country! The festival features nightly headliner performances, guest troupes, mixer shows, and workshops!
What the Constitution Means to Me
by Heidi Schreck
Fridays & Saturdays at 7 pm, October 25 - November 23
Sunday at 2 pm, November 17
Fifteen-year-old Heidi earned her college tuition by winning Constitutional debate competitions across the US. In this hilarious, hopeful, and achingly human show, Heidi resurrects her teenage self to trace the profound relationship between four generations of women and the founding document that shaped their lives.
A Puppet Christmas Carol
by Charles Dickens
Thursdays - Saturdays at 7 pm, December 5 - 21
Sundays at 2 pm, December 8 - 22
Your favorite Christmas tale told with fantastical puppets made by CTC artists. The magic of the season is in the air as three ghosts work to reform Scrooge in time for Christmas! A classic the whole family will love!
