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2023-24 Season

HAIR
Let the sunshine in! During the Summer of Love, a group of young Americans dream of a beautiful future filled with harmony and understanding. The groundbreaking rock musical includes the Grammy Award™-winning hits “Aquarius,” “Good Morning Starshine,” and the title song’s ode to long, brilliant, beautiful “Hair!” Opening Two River Theater's 30th anniversary season.

The Scarlet Letter
Hester Prynne dares to strive for a better life for herself and her daughter. Kate Hamill, one of American theater’s most celebrated contemporary playwrights, reimagines Nathaniel Hawthorne’s classic tale of courage. This world premiere, directed by Shelley Butler, showcases the strength of a woman who will not let the rules of an unjust society define her.

A Little Shakespeare: Love's Labour's Lost
The King of Navarre and his classmates have sworn an oath to hit the books and swear off dating for three years. Can their vow survive the arrival of the brilliant Princess of France and her charming friends? Back for the 11th year as Two River’s most popular education program, A Little Shakespeare presents an abridged version of Shakespeare’s comedy.

A Thousand Maids
Cordelia’s stuck. Cordelia needs to design a maid’s costume, but she can’t stop thinking about The Help and Maid in Manhattan and Gone with the Wind and As Good As It Gets and… and… and… How can she find a way to show these women for who they really are? Two River favorite Tony Meneses returns with this world premiere comedy, directed by May Adrales.

August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean
Citizen Barlow is looking for peace. To get it, he’ll knock at Aunt Ester’s door every day if that’s what it takes. Set in 1904, the opening installment in August Wilson’s The American Century Cycle includes the playwright’s most fantastical journey, where the secrets of the past point towards future liberation.
UPCOMING EVENTS

HAIR
Let the sunshine in! During the Summer of Love, a group of young Americans dream of a beautiful future filled with harmony and understanding. The groundbreaking rock musical includes the Grammy Award™-winning hits “Aquarius,” “Good Morning Starshine,” and the title song’s ode to long, brilliant, beautiful “Hair!” Opening Two River Theater's 30th anniversary season.

In the Know
Artistic Director Justin Waldman hosts an intimate conversation with members of HAIR's creative team!

Hair Opening Night Experience
Two River Theater kicks off the 30th Anniversary Season with HAIR and an Opening Night Experience like no other!

1968: An American Turning Point
A panel discussion on perhaps one of the most transformative years in US history.

the ART of Social Justice
IDEA Consultant Noelle Diane Johnson from Artists Heal leads a discussion of HAIR's multiple social justice themes that still are relevant today, to facilitate modern-day conversations for the classroom and beyond.

The History of Black Women's Hair and Wellness
A discussion on the cultural power, significance, beauty, and struggle of hair for Black women through American history
INSIDE TWO RIVER
Inside Two River is a series of arts and humanities events—specially curated for each of our productions. Multiple events take place each month and most are free. Events include: book club discussions, craft nights, film screenings, social events, open rehearsals, poetry readings and more. Check back soon for upcoming Inside Two River events!

In the Know
Artistic Director Justin Waldman hosts an intimate conversation with members of HAIR's creative team!

1968: An American Turning Point
A panel discussion on perhaps one of the most transformative years in US history.

The History of Black Women's Hair and Wellness
A discussion on the cultural power, significance, beauty, and struggle of hair for Black women through American history

WIG: Drag Sings Broadway
A night of Broadway, drag, and live singing with Lady Celestina, Chase Runaway, Mona Little, and special guests!
RENTAL EVENTS

RENTAL EVENTS
Two River Theater is one of the most beautiful facilities in our region, and a premiere venue for hosting public and private events.
UPCOMING (Check back soon!)

New Jersey Ballet Presents: A Night On The Town
A Night on the Town will feature Jerome Robbins’ Fancy Free and George Balanchine’s Rubies. Plus additional works.

American Repertory Ballet's The Nutcracker
This holiday favorite tells the magical story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they battle toy soldiers and larger-than-life mice, and travel through a whirlwind of dancing snowflakes to the Land of Sweets.
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