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Stories

Growing up in a family of activists, I learned early on the importance of personal responsibility, critical thinking, and the power of voting. My love of reading deepened my belief that art and activism are deeply connected. Stories—whether in books, films, or plays—allow us to experience different perspectives, confront uncomfortable truths, and imagine better futures. Art doesn’t just reflect society; it challenges and educates, providing a platform to explore difficult topics and inspiring us to leave the world better than we found it.

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In 2022, Long Wharf Theatre received a transformative bequest of over $1.1 million from the late Carol Mihalik, a devoted donor and former patron. This unexpected gift has not only sustained our theatre during challenging times but also bolstered our endowment, ensuring future generations can experience the magic of live theatre. Carol's legacy is a testament to the profound impact one individual can have on the arts community.

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Your support is the backbone of everything we do at Long Wharf Theatre. From bringing our productions to life to making theatre accessible to the New Haven community, your generosity is at the heart of it all. Thanks to donors like you, we've been able to offer free performances to local students, support educational programs, and nurture new works that might one day reach Broadway. Your contributions don’t just sustain our theatre; they help create a thriving, inclusive cultural hub for everyone. We’re grateful to have you as part of our journey.

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Long Wharf Theatre kicks off its 60th anniversary season with a fresh, stripped-down production of the beloved musical She Loves Me. Directed by Jacob G. Padrón, this reimagined version focuses on the emotional connections between ordinary people, drawing audiences into a more intimate and heartfelt experience. With Grammy Award-nominated orchestrator Andy Einhorn collaborating on the musical direction, this production is set to bring a contemporary perspective to a timeless tale of love, hope, and human connection.

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Join Long Wharf Theatre on our journey to create a theatre of possibility.

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Artists and industry leaders will convene to discuss the future of theater and its vital importance to expression, equity and democracy

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The 2024/2025 season will premiere new works, activate community spaces with bold productions and reinforce the theatre as a pioneering New Haven institution

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Dominic Fumusa, Annie Parisse and Paten Hughes lead cast selected for performance at Canal Dock Boathouse beginning on February 10.

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Audience demand following expanded run of The Year of Magical Thinking sparks early announcement for Spring performances taking place across New Haven.

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We were thrilled to welcome Jeffrey Brown of PBS NewsHour to New Haven. He sat down with our Artistic Director and Managing Director to discuss Long Wharf Theatre’s new path forward. We invite you to take the journey with us as we build on our extraordinary legacy. Together, we will make more boundary-breaking history.

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The pioneering season will present a full body of work under the innovative, ambitious production model of presenting theatre across New Haven.

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In October, we hosted Home(coming), a two-day community event to say "farewell" to the space at Sargent Drive and launch our thrilling next chapter of bringing theatre to spaces + stages across Greater New Haven.

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The partnership kicks off in 2023 with Long Wharf Theatre’s one-night benefit event featuring The Crucible, held at SCSU’s John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts

Partnership includes a paid internship program and discounted and free tickets for members of the SCSU community

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Presented in three acts, the season will mark the final performances at 222 Sargent Drive and the first under the bold, new model of presenting theatre across New Haven.

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In an effort to center as many voices as possible throughout this process, we wanted to provide an opportunity for the community to share their support and enthusiasm through a public sign-on letter that was born out of the many conversations we had during our public town hall sessions over the past few months.

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A note from our Board of Directors

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We are writing to share some exciting and groundbreaking news. Long Wharf Theatre, after 57 years at the New Haven Food Terminal, will be leaving its current home to usher in a new chapter in its storied history

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