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Specializing in luxury and waterfront properties, Victoria Fingelly has established a very successful real estate career over many years. With expert local knowledge of Fairfield, Southport and Westport, Connecticut, along with excellent marketing and communication skills, Victoria delivers a tradition of personal attention and service throughout each transaction.

There’s always something to do at SHU Community Theatre. Explore our diverse series and sponsored events for something that’s right up your alley!  

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bank of america rock series

Smokin’ hot performers from yesterday and today bring the heat! Average White Band, Darlene Love, Tusk and Tab Benoit & The Rebirth Brass Band are among the top rock artists we’ve welcomed.

    • Wed, Mar 26
      Mar 26, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Trout’s backstory is a page-turner you won’t want to put down. Five decades in the making; it is equal parts thriller, romance, suspense and horror.
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    • Thu, Apr 24
      Apr 24, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      No one has really ever been able to define themselves and their music like singer-songwriter Alejandro Escovedo does. His life in music of all kinds sometimes feels like a swirl through the sky, where his songs point out all the majesty and mystery of how he sees the world.
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    • Sun, May 18
      May 18, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Join the CTGMC this spring when they pay tribute to some of the greatest performers and songwriters of all time!
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    • Sat, May 31
      May 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      I Hear Thunder marks the long-awaited return of four-time Grammy-nominated artist Tab Benoit. Renowned for his distinctive guitar tone and Otis-Redding-esque voice, Benoit has been a captivating figure in the roots music world for over thirty years.
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    • Sat, Jun 07
      Jun 07, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      The theatrical concert that explores the music and lives of long-time friends and one-time lovers, Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. The theatrical concert that explores the music and lives of long-time friends and one-time lovers, Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. Postponed from April 5th date.
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    • Fri, Jun 13
      Jun 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Hollywood Nights - The Bob Seger Experience is the ultimate tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. They are a 9-piece band based in New Jersey who continues to strive to recreate everything about Bob Seger and his music down to the core.
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    • Sun, Jun 15
      Jun 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Since their debut album in 2000, they have shared the stage with countless legends; Phil Lesh, Mavis Staples, Robert Plant, John Hiatt, the Allman Brothers, The Black Crowes, Buddy Guy, Snoop Dogg, and Jon Spencer to name a few, while earning multiple Grammy nominations.
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    • Fri, Jun 20
      Jun 20, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Magical Mystery Doors is a tribute act that blends and layers the music of three legendary bands to create something new and unique for music fans everywhere. The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and The Doors.
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    • Sat, Jun 21
      Jun 21, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Originally formed as a college cover band in 1992 and with over 3,500 famously enthused live shows together, Carbon Leaf helped to define the aughts indie rock that they ultimately outgrew and outlasted.
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    • Sun, Jun 22
      Jun 22, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      It’s hard to imagine a band just coming into their own after 20 years of success, but that’s exactly what makes a true anomaly. Gaelic Storm, a multi-national, Celtic juggernaut grows stronger with each live performance, and after two decades and 2000+ shows they are a true force to be reckoned with
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    • Sun, Oct 12
      Oct 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Multi-platinum selling, Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Geoff Tate is best known for his 30-plus years as the creative and driving force behind the progressive metal band Queensryche.
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    • Fri, Oct 17
      Oct 17, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      EagleMania has been dazzling audiences for over a decade by spectacularly reproducing the music of The Eagles. EagleMania thrills internationally sold-out audiences with their stunning five part harmony, virtuoso guitar work and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles.
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A-list broadway stars like Norm Lewis, Laura Benanti, Megan Hilty and others as you’ve never seen them before – in the intimacy of a small stage right here in Fairfield

broadway on post series

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Accomplished artists such as Jim Messina, Judy Collins and Edwin Mccain bring heartfelt warmth and lyrical brilliance to our stage.

victoria fingelly singer/songwriter series

    • Wed, Mar 26
      Mar 26, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Trout’s backstory is a page-turner you won’t want to put down. Five decades in the making; it is equal parts thriller, romance, suspense and horror.
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    • Fri, Apr 04
      Apr 04, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Harry Chapin’s Greatest Stories LIVE featuring The Chapin Family Experience iconic performances and timeless hits from Harry Chapin’s Greatest Stories LIVE.
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    • Fri, Apr 25
      Apr 25, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Join us on April 25th for an evening of songs and stories at with Drew Angus - the heartfelt singer whose voice has been praised by Jennifer Lopez on American Idol 🎙, Elton John, and Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson!
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    • Sat, Jun 07
      Jun 07, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      The theatrical concert that explores the music and lives of long-time friends and one-time lovers, Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. The theatrical concert that explores the music and lives of long-time friends and one-time lovers, Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. Postponed from April 5th date.
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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. this series has recently featured legendary artists like Chucho Valdez, Bill Frisell, Eddie Palmeiri and Kenny Werner

    • Tue, Apr 08
      Apr 08, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Presented in part by the Academic Music Program at Sacred Heart University. Tenor saxophonist, Jerry Bergonzi, is an internationally recognized jazz performer, composer, author and educator. His music is renowned for its innovation, mastery, and integrity.
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    • Sat, Apr 19
      Apr 19, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Guitarist Stanley Jordan has formed a new band called Stanley Plays The Dead. Jordan has always loved the Grateful Dead's music and Jerry Garcia's playing in particular, and this 4-piece unit was founded to share that love with the fans.
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    • Sat, May 03
      May 03, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      A native of Camden, New Jersey, Eric Lewis began his musical studies at 2 years old and would ultimately receive the Rodger’s and Hammerstein full merit scholarship to the Manhattan School of Music.
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    • Fri, Sep 26
      Sep 26, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Sandoval began studying classical trumpet at the age of twelve, but it didn’t take him long to catch the excitement of the jazz world. He has since evolved into one of the world’s most acknowledged guardians of jazz trumpet and flugelhorn, as well as a renowned classical artist, pianist and composer
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Acts like Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Cherish the Ladies, Dervish and Red Baraat are sure to make shu community theatre a stop on their international tours

world music series

Great comedians like Maria Bamford, Gary Gulman, Kevin Nealon and Paul Reiser have us rolling around in the aisles! Will your funny favorite be next?

comedy series

    • Thu, Apr 03
      Apr 03, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Inspired by the healing nature of laughter, Circle of Care’s CARE to Laugh fundraising events support families of children with cancer in our community. Join us for cocktails and comedy with Tom Cotter on Thursday, April 3rd. Doors open for cocktails and snacks at 7 PM, and the program starts at 8 P
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    • Sun, May 04
      May 04, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Get ready for an evening of sidesplitting laughter as Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, the dynamic duo from TV's "Whose Line is it Anyway?," take the stage in a one-night-only uproarious live show, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Asking for Trouble.
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    • Fri, May 30
      May 30, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      VARIETOPIA is a modern variety show, showcasing the best in contemporary comedy, music, and other forms of live entertainment, hosted by acclaimed comedian PAUL F. TOMPKINS.
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    • Fri, Jun 27
      Jun 27, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Join us June 27th for evening of hilarious stand-up comedy featuring NYC comedy club and touring veterans! Comedians to be announced soon!
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    • Sat, Jun 28
      Jun 28, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Iconic comedian Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend.
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Our chamber series features the best of our local orchestra partners

classical 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

family series

    • Sun, Apr 13
      Apr 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      One of the most popular adventure tales of all time, Treasure Island spins an action-packed, fun-filled tale of piracy, a mysterious treasure map, and a host of characters with bad intentions who meet their match and are foiled in their attempts.
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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

thought leader series

    • Thu, Apr 03
      Apr 03, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Inspired by the healing nature of laughter, Circle of Care’s CARE to Laugh fundraising events support families of children with cancer in our community. Join us for cocktails and comedy with Tom Cotter on Thursday, April 3rd. Doors open for cocktails and snacks at 7 PM, and the program starts at 8 P
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    • Sun, May 04
      May 04, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Get ready for an evening of sidesplitting laughter as Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, the dynamic duo from TV's "Whose Line is it Anyway?," take the stage in a one-night-only uproarious live show, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Asking for Trouble.
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    • Fri, May 30
      May 30, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      VARIETOPIA is a modern variety show, showcasing the best in contemporary comedy, music, and other forms of live entertainment, hosted by acclaimed comedian PAUL F. TOMPKINS.
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    • Fri, Jun 27
      Jun 27, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Join us June 27th for evening of hilarious stand-up comedy featuring NYC comedy club and touring veterans! Comedians to be announced soon!
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    • Sat, Jun 28
      Jun 28, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Iconic comedian Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend.
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The Summer Blockbuster and Nostalgia Film Series present new films and premiere events alongside celebrations of the masters of cinema featuring commentary and reflections from experts such as the SHU Community Theatre’s resident movie guru Susan Granger. SHUCT also presents the latest independent and foreign films, as well as thought-provoking documentaries with engaging panel discussions.

film series

    • Thu, Mar 27
      Mar 27, 2025, 7:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      When two kids find and play a magical board game, they release a man trapped in it for decades - and a host of dangers that can only be stopped by finishing the game.
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    • Fri, Mar 28
      Mar 28, 2025, 7:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella is inspired by a voice he can't ignore to pursue a dream he can hardly believe. Supported by his wife, Ray begins the quest by turning his ordinary cornfield into a place where dreams can come true.
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    • Tue, Apr 22
      Apr 22, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Celebrate Earth Day with Explorers Club member, and Canon USA endorsed photographer and filmmaker Tomas Koeck and join us for the Film Premiere of Flyway of Life. The night will include a premiere of the film - which focuses on bird migration along the Atlantic Flyway, a red carpet and Q and A.
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Be inspired and in the know! SHU Community Theatre is the place to go for world premiere independent films, thought-provoking talks with artists, authors and auteurs and one-night-only events you'll only find here. 

SHU community exclusive series

    • Thu, Apr 03
      Apr 03, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Inspired by the healing nature of laughter, Circle of Care’s CARE to Laugh fundraising events support families of children with cancer in our community. Join us for cocktails and comedy with Tom Cotter on Thursday, April 3rd. Doors open for cocktails and snacks at 7 PM, and the program starts at 8 P
      Share
    • Sun, May 04
      May 04, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Get ready for an evening of sidesplitting laughter as Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, the dynamic duo from TV's "Whose Line is it Anyway?," take the stage in a one-night-only uproarious live show, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Asking for Trouble.
      Share
    • Fri, May 30
      May 30, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      VARIETOPIA is a modern variety show, showcasing the best in contemporary comedy, music, and other forms of live entertainment, hosted by acclaimed comedian PAUL F. TOMPKINS.
      Share
    • Fri, Jun 27
      Jun 27, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Join us June 27th for evening of hilarious stand-up comedy featuring NYC comedy club and touring veterans! Comedians to be announced soon!
      Share
    • Sat, Jun 28
      Jun 28, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      Fairfield, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Iconic comedian Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend.
      Share
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