You’re not squeezed into the corner of a noisy bar – You’re PERFORMING on our stage – beautifully lit by our technical maestro, Big Al.
And our regular range of (very reasonably priced) Playhouse concessions is available too!
Make us your date this Saturday night. 8 till late!
*Note – Season subscribers will receive an email with information on how to book your tickets.
Director Terry Sagedy is back at the Playhouse to open our 2025 season with the Winner of the 2000 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, DINNER WITH FRIENDS, by Donald Margulies.
This wry dramatic comedy by Donald Margulies focuses on two couples, Gabe and Karen (a food writing duo) and Tom and Beth, whose close friendship is severely tested when Tom announces his decision to leave Beth, causing a ripple effect that deeply impacts their relationships and forces them to confront the complexities of marriage and loyalty within their friend group.
*ADVISORY: This play contains strong language and sexual discussions. It is not suitable for younger audiences.
OUR CAST
STACY-LEE ERICKSON FROME (New Milford CT) plays Karen
CHRIS BIRD (Newtown CT) plays Gabe
ERIN SHAUGHNESSY (New Milford CT) plays Beth
CHRIS LUONGO (Poughkeepsie NY) plays Tom
The show runs Evenings at 8.00 pm on April 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, with Matinee performances at 2.00pm on April 6 & 13
Tickets are $24 for Adults & Seniors, and $12 for Students with valid ID. *Please note the advisory notice regarding unsuitability for younger audiences.
Friday April 4th is our Gala Opening Night, where we invite you to attend the play and stay for our Opening Night Party in the Green Room after.
And on Thursday April 3rd we have our final dress rehearsal Preview Night at 8.00pm, where all tickets are $12, available at the door only.
Doors open 30 minutes prior to curtain. There will be a 15 minute intermission where concessions will be available.
Press notices
“…Margulies writes about relationships with such intelligence and spiky humor that his comedy-drama…becomes something quite wonderful.” —Time Magazine.
“…full of life, warmth, laughs and wisdom…” —New York Daily News.
“A breezy comedy of modern manners that turns poignant and deeply affecting by its end. ” —San Francisco Examiner.
Audition Dates:
Monday, April 21 & Tuesday April 22, 6:30 pm- 8:00 pm
Location: The Sherman Playhouse 5 Rt 39 N, Sherman, CT 06784. Please report to the Green Room at the rear of the Playhouse to sign in.
Performance Dates:
June 13, 14, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29, July 4, 5, 2025
Synopsis: In Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy, Claudio falls for Hero, but their romance is threatened by the machinations of the jealous Don John, while Beatrice and Benedick, initially feuding, are tricked into falling in love, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and ultimately, a happy resolution.
Robin Frome, one of our region’s most accomplished directors, returns to the Sherman Playhouse to direct this lively comedy of love, mistaken identity, dirty deeds, and rapier wit! With Frome setting his tale in romantic early 20th century Italy, it promises to be a great production of one of the Bard’s funniest and most accessible plays!
Characters:
We are looking for around 18 actors to fill the roles. Certain roles can be played by any gender, and there may be doubling of roles as appropriate. The Sherman Players does not discriminate, all are encouraged to audition.
Audition Requirements:
Rehearsals: Rehearsals are planned to begin Monday April 28, and will generally be held on Monday – Wednesday evenings from 7:00 pm – 9:00pm. Frequency may increase closer to opening.
Contact Information: For any questions or additional information, please contact the director at: frome@snet.net
JORDAN A. MILLER is an actor and playwright from central Massachusetts who transitioned from public speaking and speech writing to theater in 2023. Drawing from his background in psychology, he crafts poignant narratives that blend humor and emotional depth, exploring themes of connection and resilience.
GEORGE BARNETT has written screenplays, television pilots and stage-plays since 2006. His most recent play, Oat Squares, has received positive feedback and was produced at Theatreworks last season. In addition, he made his acting debut in the spring of 2023, and has run a writer’s group for many years.
MARK LAMBECK is a playwright member of Manhattan’s Emerging Artists Theatre Co (EAT). An occasional actor, he has appeared at Eastbound Theater and Westport Community Theater, among others. His short plays have been published by Smith & Kraus, Bedford/St. Martin’s Press, United Stages and Applause Publishing.
And your host!
MORGANA KATE WATSON is a professional writer and performer. Her writing has been seen in New York, Connecticut, and Australia. Next week, you can catch her singing at Green Room 42 and performing in Emerging Artist Theatre’s Spark Festival. She is proudly repped by Alexander Management.
Actors! Want to perform in one of the pieces listed above? Arrive at the Playhouse at 7, let Steve know you’re there, and he will cast you if he has a role (or two!) for you to play.
The readings will commence at 8. It’s free to attend, but donations are appreciated to help offset costs, and concessions will be on sale.
See you at the Playhouse!
Potential writers! Want to workshop your piece in a future volume? Email your 10 minute segment or short piece to Morgana at lemonade@shermanplayers.org
Location
The Sherman Players,
The Sherman Playhouse,
5 Route 39 N,
Sherman, CT 06784
Mailing Address
The Sherman Players,
PO BOX 471,
Sherman, CT 06784
Tel: 860-354-3622
Email: contact us via our contact page
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