Butler Theatre 2026–2027 Mainstage Season

The House of Bernarda Alba

Poster for The House of Bernarda Alba with an illustration of a woman in a black dress.

By Federico García Lorca
Translated by Caridad Svich
Directed by Vladislavs Nastavševs, 2026 Christel DeHaan Visiting International Theatre Artist

Wednesday, October 7–Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 7:30 PM
Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM
Lilly Hall Studio Theatre

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After the death of Bernarda Alba’s second husband, the tyrannical matriarch imposes an oppressive mourning period on her five daughters. Tensions mount as isolation takes hold.

Spanish poet Federico García Lorca reaches profound emotional depths in this work that has defined his monumental career.

This production is recommended for audience members ages 15 and older.

The Long Christmas Ride Home

Poster of The Long Christmas Ride Home with an illustration of an automobile driving a snowy mountain road as a puppeteer holds it by the strings.

By Paula Vogel
Directed by William Fisher

Wednesday, November 11–Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 7:30 PM
Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM
Schrott Center for the Arts

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Past, present, and future collide on a snowy Christmas Eve as a family confronts love, violence, grief, and the difficult possibility of forgiveness. Darkly funny and deeply theatrical, this haunting play follows three children from one turbulent Christmas into their adult lives—and back again.

Actors and puppets share the stage as Paula Vogel’s play moves between childhood and adulthood, memory and the present. Emmy Award-winning puppet designer David Valentine’s (She Kills Monsters) work will be featured. 

Valentine will also join the audience for a post-show talkback after the Saturday, November 14, performance.

This production is recommended for audience members ages 18 and older.

Romeo & Juliet

Poster of Romeo & Juliet with an illustration of a boy and girl holding hands and a man and woman kissing.

By William Shakespeare
Directed by Constance Macy

Friday, February 19, 2027, at 7:30 PM
Clowes Memorial Hall

Production length is 90 minutes.

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Shakespeare’s greatest love story follows the forbidden love of teens from the feuding Montague and Capulet families. Their secret romance sparks a chain of tragic events that ultimately forces their grieving parents to realize the true cost of their ancient grudge.

Education Matinee
Friday, February 19, 2027, at 10:30 AM
Clowes Memorial Hall

To arrange student matinee tickets, fill out this form or contact Wendy Schrepferman.

POTUS
Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive

Poster of POTUS with an illustration of the White House broken in half and on fire, while silhouettes of workers hold it up or use fire extinguishers.

By Selina Fillinger
Directed by Andrés López

Wednesday, April 14–Saturday, April 17, 2027, at 7:30 PM
Sunday, April 18, 2027, at 2:00 PM
Lilly Hall Studio Theatre

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This energetic romp follows seven brilliant and beleaguered women as they risk life, liberty, and the pursuit of sanity to keep the peace. Fast-paced and unapologetically hilarious, this show delivers a sharp commentary on power dynamics, female solidarity, and managing chaos with non-stop wit.

This production is recommended for audience members ages 15 and older.

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