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 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

July 24 - August 8 - Disney's Frozen The Broadway Musical

Director: John K. McElroy II

Join Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Sven and others for a frosty, fun-filled adventure where courage, love, and sisterhood take center stage. This musical is a dazzling journey full of chills, laughs, magical moments, warm hugs, and unforgettable songs that will melt even the iciest heart —perfect for families as well as anyone ready to let it go and be enchanted.

Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez

Book by Jennifer Lee

Originally Directed on Broadway by Michael Grandage

Based on the Disney Film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee

Originally produced on Broadway by Disney Theatrical Group.

Frozen is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mitshows.com

Please note: The final weekend's performances are THURSDAY Aug 6 at 7:00, Friday Aug 7 at 7:00 and Saturday Aug 8 at 2:00.

Upcoming Special Events

SPECIAL EVENTS

🌌✨ MOVIE NIGHT: STAR WARS – A NEW HOPE ✨🌌

Join us for an epic evening in a galaxy far, far away…

📅 Date: May 4th
🕖 Time: 7:30pm
🎟 $10 at the door (no online presales)
📍 Location: The Bradley Playhouse - 30 Front Street, Putnam CT

Celebrate Star Wars Day the right way with a special screening of Star Wars: A New Hope! Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the saga, this is your chance to experience the adventure on the big screen with fellow fans.

👾 Costumes Encouraged!
Come dressed as your favorite character—Jedi, Sith, droid, smuggler, or Wookiee—and show off your fandom.

What to Expect:

🎥Big screen viewing
🍿 Concessions available!
𖥔A night full of galactic vibes

✨ May the 4th be with you! ✨

Bring your friends, your lightsabers, and your love for Star Wars—this is one night you won’t want to miss!

® & TM Lucasfilm Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Used Under Authorization.

2026 - Movie Matinee: Singing in the Rain

SATURDAY, APRIL 4 | 2:00pm -

☔✨“𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒂 𝒈𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒐𝒖𝒔 𝒇𝒆𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈....” our next Movie Matinee is stepping straight into a puddle of pure joy with the timeless classic 𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙣’ 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙖𝙞𝙣!

Join us at The Bradley Playhouse as we revisit one of the most beloved movie musicals of all time — filled with dazzling dance numbers, sharp wit, unforgettable songs, and that iconic splash-through-the-street scene that still makes audiences smile decades later.

Whether you know every lyric or you’re introducing it to someone new, this is your chance to experience the golden age of Hollywood on the big screen.

📅 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟰
🕑 𝟮:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠
🎟 $𝟴 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 (no online presales)
🍿🍫🥤 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲!
📍 The Bradley Playhouse
30 Front Street, Putnam CT

Come ready to laugh, swoon, and maybe even hum all the way home. 💛

Concert Series: Wooden Horse - Tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash, Young and America

SATURDAY, JUNE 20 | 7:30pm -

Wooden Horse - Tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash, Young and America

Get ready for the ultimate folk-rock celebration! Wooden Horse Band captures the sun-drenched magic of America and the legendary spirit of Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young in one high-energy show. Their masterful harmonies and infectious energy breathe new life into these classics, creating a vibrant atmosphere that radiates pure joy from the very first note.

Experience an unforgettable musical journey from Ohio to Ventura Highway, bridging raw anthems with breezy, nostalgic hits. It is a seamless, feel-good fusion that honors an iconic era, leaving every fan glowing with excitement. This is more than a tribute; it is a heartfelt party celebrating the soundtrack of a generation!