Our 40th Season: A Blockbuster Journey
Runway Theatre’s momentous fortieth season promises to be one of our most thrilling yet, featuring a lineup of classic hits to transport us from the ordinary to the extraordinary. Together, we’ll celebrate forty full seasons as we explore quintessential tales of humanity and blockbuster-themed productions. Our stage will come alive with classics and hits that have left indelible marks on hearts and minds.
As we recognize four decades of creativity, we celebrate not just the productions but also the people—the beating heart of our creative home. Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or joined along the way, your applause, laughter, and tears have fueled Runway’s journey. Let’s raise our glasses to shared memories, standing ovations, and the magic that unfolds within these walls. Together, we’ll write the next chapter of our epic story—one that echoes through time.
- Our 40th Season -
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September 27, 2024 – October 13, 2024
Renown author Agatha Christie offers a new take on traditional mystery when her heroine arrives in England with little more than a letter from her dead mother and her own suspicions surrounding her father’s murder. Carla (aided by a handsome admirer) persuades those present when her father was murdered by her mother to relive the experience. It seems sliding from present to past is the only way forward when righting the wrongs of one fateful day.
Rated PG
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November 29, 2024 – December 15, 2024
Based on the 1954 Paramount Pictures movie musical, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas tells the story of veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis who have created a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. When they connect with a duo of beautiful singing sisters, the scene is set for adventure (and romance!). This beloved, uplifting musical celebrates community and Christmas spirit – and it’s sure to delight audiences of all ages.
Rated PG
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January 24, 2025 – February 9. 2025
When four strong, southern women of a “certain” age feel the urge to escape their day-to-day routines, and a surprise happy hour adds fuel to the fire, hilarious misadventures are quick to follow. As each woman follows her own path from ho-hum to ho-boy, friendship, laughter, (and no shortage of liquid libation) materializes in knee-slapping style. Together, they’ll reclaim their enthusiasm as they toast to a sensational second act!
Rated PG-13
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April 4, 2025 – April 20, 2025
Based on the DreamWorks Motion Picture with a Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Marc Shaiman and Lyrics by Scott Whittman & Marc Shaiman, this high-flying musical comedy (from Broadway’s dream team) explores the true story of a precocious teenager turned world-class con artist and the straight-shooting FBI agent hot in pursuit. The cat-and-mouse chase swings into action with a jazzy score and jet-setting pace that culminates with both men finding purpose where they least expect. Based on the hit film, the musical delivers a big, bright spectacular, high-energy numbers, and a riveting story.
Rated PG
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May 30, 2025 – June 15, 2025
Set in 1930’s Hollywood and penned by the creators of the hit television show FRIENDS, this screw-ball comedy tells the story of two brothers who find themselves working as extras on a big-budget movie (think The Ten Commandments or Ben Hur) when they fall for the same girl, who happens to be in charge of them both. High jinks ensue as suddenly one brother is directing as the other stars in what can only be described as a colossal comedy.
Rated PG-13
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July 25, 2025 – August. 10, 2025
Snapshots of a small town where everyone knows everyone else (and their private business) develop into a nostalgic look at the many seasons of life. Guided by the town’s photographer, we visit the local diner, the hardware store, but more…we witness dreams shattered and fulfilled, love discovered, lost, and maybe found again. Through the camera lens of time, mundane moments capture some of the greatest memories that can be cherished over a lifetime.
Rated PG
Season Add-on:
Perfect for Valentine’s Day, Runway’s special presentation fundraiser:
Almost, Maine is so far north, it’s almost not in the United States. It's also only almost a town, as its residents never got around to that. But on one cold, winter night the people of Almost find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and hilarious ways. From first love, to mature love, and everything in between, this special-event production is a poignantly delightful experience where all are sure to identify with someone or something under the magic of the Northern Lights.
Rated PG | February 14 & 15, 2025