Theatre Performances

by Frederick Knott

October 24^th - 27^th, 2024
Dale Snow Theatre

Experience the edge-of-your-seat suspense of Frederick Knott's Wait Until Dark in East Stroudsburg University’s intimate black box theater.

Set in a shadowy Greenwich Village apartment, this gripping thriller tells the story of Susy Hendrix, a blind woman targeted by three con men searching for a hidden stash of drugs.

As night falls, Susy must outmaneuver her cruel adversaries in a deadly game of cat and mouse.

With its intense atmosphere, unexpected twists, and terrifying climax, Wait Until Dark is a pulse-pounding theatrical experience that will leave you breathless until the very last moment.

Performances

• October 24, 25, and 26 - 7:30 p.m.
• October 27 - 2:00 p.m.

***NOTE: Wait until Dark is Recommended for ages 14 and up for moments of violence and references to drug trafficking.***

February 13^th - 16^th, 2025
Smith McFarland Theatre

Ride the Cyclone is a darkly whimsical musical that follows six teenagers whose lives are tragically cut short in a rollercoaster accident.

In a surreal twist, they find themselves plunged into a mysterious limbo, where they must compete for a chance to return to life.

Each teen shares their story through a series of eclectic, haunting, and hilarious songs exploring their dreams, regrets, and hopes for redemption. 

Hailed by Playbill as “a 90-minute thrill ride,” Ride the Cyclone has become a viral sensation with its blend of quirky humor and an unforgettable score as it celebrates life, death, and everything in between.

Performances

• February 13, 14, and 15 - 7:30 p.m.
• February 16 - 2:00 p.m.

***NOTE: Recommended for audiences 12 and over due to strong content and themes***

by Arthur Miller

April 10th - 13th, 2025
Smith McFarland Theatre

East Stroudsburg University invites you to experience Arthur Miller's The Crucible, a riveting tale of fear, power, and betrayal set during the Salem witch trials.

As paranoia grips a small town, neighbors turn against each other in a frenzy of accusations and moral panic. 

The play that coined the term “witch hunt” to describe modern paranoia, The Crucible continues to chill audiences through its brutal depiction of a society where the only refuge against conspiracy theories is found in dangerously oppressive conformity.

Performances

• April 10, 11, and 12 - 7:30 p.m.
• April 13 - 2:00 p.m.

***NOTE: Recommended for audiences 12 and over due to strong content and themes***

Pricing for all shows unless otherwise noted:
General admission, $20
Faculty/staff and senior citizens (with ID), $15
Students (with ID), $10
Youth (under 18), $5