MAIN SEASON

Our Main Season

Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut (TNECT) at The Bradley Playhouse is excited to reveal the 2026 Main Season lineup! This year’s program promises a diverse mix of performances that will inspire, entertain, and engage audiences of all ages. Prepare for an unforgettable journey filled with laughter, tears, and powerful storytelling as we bring yet another year of incredible live theater productions.

2026 TNECT MAIN SEASON SHOWS:

ALL SHOWTIMES are on Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm with the exception of Frozen, which will have a 7:00pm start time for evening performances.

Rumors (01/30 - 02/08)
Matilda (04/24 - 05/10)
Calendar Girls (06/05 - 06/14)
Frozen (07/24 - 08/08)
The Mousetrap (10/09 - 10/25)
It's a Wonderful Life (12/04 - 12/20)

Buy a FLEX PASS and SAVE 15% on your ticket to 4 MAIN SEASON SHOWS in 2026.

You will SAVE 15% off your ticket for (4) shows from our main season when you purchase a FLEX Pass in advance! Your FLEX pass allows one seat for one performance per show from your choice of (4) main season shows.

Please note: FLEX Passes are registered under the purchaser's account.

If you wish to gift a FLEX pass to someone else, please purchase a gift card for the dollar amount of a pass instead.

April 24 - May 10

Book by Dennis Kelly
Music and Lyrics by Tim Minchin

Director: Rachel N. Terceira
Stage Manager: Kerrissa Cobb
Music Director: E. Justin Simone
Choreographer: Catie Verostick

Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

The story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Inspired by the genius of Roald Dahl, Matilda the Musical is a Tony Award–winning hit from the Royal Shakespeare Company that celebrates the power of imagination, the anarchy of childhood, and the inspiring story of a brilliant little girl with with extraordinary gifts. With a witty book by Dennis Kelly and unforgettable songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda is packed with high-energy dance numbers, catchy tunes, and plenty of girl-power spirit. Audiences of all ages will be delighted by this joyous tale of courage, cleverness, and the magic of rewriting your own story.

"The story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her own destiny." (MTI)

June 5 - June 14

Calendar Girls

Based on the Miramax motion picture by Juliette Towhidi and Tim Firth

Director: Tina Huey
Stage Manager: Jessica Hall

Inspired by a true story, this comedy-drama follows a group of Yorkshire Women’s Institute friends who hatch a bold plan: a charity calendar with nothing to hide but their humor and courage. What begins as a lighthearted idea soon grows into a national sensation, testing friendships and changing lives with warmth, laughter, and heart.

“Calendar Girls” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com

Upcoming Special Events

SPECIAL EVENTS

POSTPONED TO SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28 | 2:00pm - 6:00pm - Community Book Sale

To Raise Funds for Our Upcoming Production of Roald Dahl's Matilda

Where: The Sloat Rehearsal Hall, 6 Livery St. Putnam, CT 06260

Bring your own bags!
We will accept cash, check, Venmo, and Credit Card

All books will be $2 for Soft Cover, $4 for Hard Cover

860-928-7887
matildabradleyph@gmail.com

FRIDAY, MARCH 13TH | 7:30pm, SATURDAY, MARCH 14TH | 2:00pm |SATURDAY, MARCH 14TH | 7:30pm, SUNDAY, MARCH 15TH | 2:00pm

Presented by The Complex Performing and Creative Arts Centre @ The Bradley Playhouse

Legally Blonde: The Musical is a popular stage musical based on the 2001 film of the same name, featuring music and lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin.

Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Motion Picture

The show follows the story of Elle Woods as she follows a former boyfriend to Harvard Law School, discovers her own potential, and uses her newfound skills to help others. It premiered on Broadway in October 2007 and is known for its catchy songs like "So Much Better" and "Bend and Snap," as well as its upbeat and "girl power" themes.

Irish Music Legends Featuring RENBURKE'S ROVERS

Saturday, March 21 | 2:00pm

From pub favorites to dance tunes, Irish Music Legends featuring local band Renburke’s Rovers brings Ireland’s greatest musical heroes to life. Journey through decades of beloved songs and spirited tunes in a foot-stomping, heartwarming celebration for all ages.

POSTPONED TO SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28 | 2:30pm - Mystic Aquarium's Penguin Ambassadors - "Our Penguin Animal Ambassador Program is a truly one-of-a-kind outreach experience for audiences of all ages. Participants enjoy an unforgettable, up-close encounter with one of our resident African penguins while hearing directly from their expert trainers about the daily care, training, and conservation efforts helping to protect this Endangered species. This engaging program connects guests to wildlife in a meaningful way and inspires action to help save penguins in the wild" - Mystic Aquarium

*Please Note: Saturday February 28 is Putnam's Fire and Ice Festival. If you are planning on attending this event, please arrive early to secure parking or car pool if possible.

FRIDAY, MARCH 20 | 7:30pm
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𝙍𝙖𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝘼𝙧𝙠 isn’t just a movie — it redefined adventure cinema. The boulder. The snakes. The fedora. That score. This is the film that shaped a generation of blockbusters and gave us one of the most iconic heroes in movie history.

Experience this classic the way it was meant to be seen — in a theatre, with a crowd, holding your breath when that boulder starts rolling.

𝑭𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒏𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒈𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒊𝒕! Join us:

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🕢 𝟳:𝟯𝟬 𝗣𝗠
🎟 $𝟴 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 (no online presales)
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See you there!🐍

SATURDAY, MARCH 28 | 7:30pm - A new line up of hilarious Stand-Up Comedians from the comedy club circuit and television join together to treat you to an evening of high energy humor that will leave you rolling in the aisles!!

🌟 𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗡𝗦 🌟
🎙 𝗛𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗶𝗻𝘀: Host Behind The Funny Podcast (Boston Comedy Choice Award Nominee "Best Podcast")
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🎤𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝘆 - Seen on HBO and Amazon Prime
🎤𝗛𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 - Regular at Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods
🎤𝗗𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗼 - SiriusXM Radio, Album "Stand-Up Dad" debuted #1 on iTunes