Located in the heart of downtown Fairfield, SHU Community
Theatre pairs entertainment and education in a fully reimagined historic
400-seat venue. From live concerts and theatrical performances to film
screenings, author talks and hands-on learning activities, SHU Community
Theatre is a cornerstone of cultural enrichment for audiences of all ages and
backgrounds.
The SHU Community Theatre’s programming includes diverse
series:
SHU Jazz Series -- Inventive…spontaneous…improvisational
-- Jazz is a distinctly American art form that transcends musical boundaries
and thrives on live expression. SHUCT is dedicated to showcasing contemporary
artists keeping the tradition alive – and moving it forward.
Broadway on Post Series -- A-list Broadway stars as
you’ve never seen them before – in the intimacy of a small stage right here in
Fairfield
Connecticut Coffee House -- An hour from New York
City, Fairfield is home to a host of talented songwriters and performers who
love sharing their artistry with an appreciative local audience.
Local Legends – The best of talented musicians with
ties to the area perform live on a local stage.
Century of Cinema -- From Alfred Hitchcock to Steven
Spielberg to Spike Lee, we celebrate movie masterpieces the way they were meant
to be enjoyed – on the big screen.
Big Screen Blockbusters – Hollywood’s hottest hits –
from yesterday and yesteryear -- come to your home screen.
Film Events with Q&A – The latest independent and
foreign films, as well as thought-provoking documentaries with commentary and
reflection from the SHU Community Theatre’s resident movie guru Susan Granger
and expert guests.
Sunday Family Film Series -- Parents and kids know
Sunday is the day to head for SHU Community Theatre for an afternoon of
family-friendly entertainment everyone will enjoy.
Thought Leader Series – Being associated with a
national university, SHU Community Theatre offers one-of-a-kind engaging
experiences for lifelong learners, prospective college students and our own
student body. Our non-partisan,
respectful format brings you faculty experts and others with an array of fresh
perspectives on today’s issues, health and wellness and ways we can transform
ourselves and our world.
Educational Programming – SHU offers a host of entertaining
and enriching hands-on learning programs for children, teens and lifelong
learners – from summer camps and workshops to internships, theatre arts mentors
and live performance opportunities.
