“For over 54 seasons, visitors and theatre practitioners alike have made their pilgrimages to Creede for the beauty and the artistry of the Creede Repertory Theatre. CRT presents acclaimed productions each season and is a nationally-recognized theatre. USA TODAY called CRT “one of the 10 best places to see the lights way off Broadway” and THE DENVER POST hailed CRT as “legendary” and “one of the state’s top five theatre companies.”
Creede Repertory Theatre is the oldest repertory theatre in Colorado. This professional theatre company is located in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. CRT’s award winning company produces the best of contemporary and classic theatre. Their season runs from the end of May through mid-September. CRT produces seven to ten plays a year and hosts numerous musical events and concerts. They also exhibit the best regional artists in its two lobby galleries.”
MAINSTAGE THEATRE
124 NORTH MAIN STREET : CREEDE
719.658.2540 : www.creederep.org
THE RUTH THEATRE
120 SOUTH MAIN STREET : CREEDE
719.658.2540 : www.creederep.org
2023 CRT Season Theatre Line-Up
Music by Richard Rodgers
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
New Book by Douglas Carter Beane
Original Book by Oscar Hammerstein II
Directed by Brittni Shambaugh Addison
JUNE 30 – AUG 25
MAINSTAGE THEATRE
A magical musical romance for the whole family…
This 2013 Broadway adaptation of the classic story crackles with sweetness and freshness and features new characters, a hilarious libretto by Tony-award winning playwright Douglas Carter Beane, exciting twists, and the classic score by Rodgers and Hammerstein featuring unforgettable songs such as “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago.”
Musical, Family Friendly, Romance
Based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn
Written by Sandy Rustin
Additional Material by Hunter Foster & Eric Price
Based on the Paramount Pictures Motion Picture
Based on the Hasbro board game CLUE
Original Music by Michael Holland
Directed by John DiAntonio
JUNE 10 – SEPT 2
MAINSTAGE THEATRE
But here’s what really happened…
It’s a dark and stormy night, and you’ve been invited to a very mysterious dinner party at the ominous Boddy Manor. Each of the guests has an alias, the butler offers a variety of weapons, and the host is, well, dead. Join the iconic cast of characters known as Scarlet, Plum, White, Green, Peacock, and Mustard as they race to find out whodunnit before the body count stacks up. Based on the cult classic film and popular board game, Clue will keep you guessing (and laughing) all the way to the end.
Comedy, Mystery, Farce
directed by Michael Perlman
MAY 19 – SEPT 16
MAINSTAGE THEATRE
Falling in love at a distance…
Sparks fly and love blossoms from a world away when US Army doctor, Jack, begins a correspondence with aspiring actress Louise, during WWII. Based on the story of his parents’ courtship during WWII, Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig (Sherwood, Moon Over Buffalo, Lend Me a Tenor) explores love, isolation, and hope over great distance. This certified hit of the 2021 outdoor season heads to the Mainstage, starring Caitlin Wise and Graham Ward.
Romantic Comedy
by Beth Kander
directed by Betty Hart
MAY 26 – AUG 26
RUTH HUMPHREYS BROWN THEATRE
Sometimes the smallest towns hold the biggest hearts…
One year after a tragic loss, a small town full of quirky characters gathers together to patch up what’s broken. Nothing goes quite as planned…but ultimately each person finds something unexpected within their old familiar world or something that feels like home in a new and unfamiliar place. Funny and heartwarming with a touch of magical realism, Mountain Octopus will remind you of the simple power of a good story. This World Premiere by Beth Kander (Hazardous Materials) features CRT favorites Christy Brandt and Kate Berry.
World Premiere, Dramedy
THE ROYALE
by Marco Ramirez
directed by Kyle Haden
JULY 15 – SEPT 2
RUTH HUMPHREYS BROWN THEATRE
A knock-out drama…
Jay “The Sport” Jackson dreams of being the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. But it’s 1905, and in the racially segregated world of boxing, his chances may be as good as knocked out. But when the fight of his life comes calling, Jay must face both his future and the shadow of his past. Inspired by the life of Jack Johnson, The Royale brings to explosive life the ultimate fight for a place in history.
Drama
17 years of funny…
Boomtown! is back! We’re on the edge of seventeen. Adulthood is so close, yet still so far away and even though we’re old enough to see R-rated movies now, we’re still bringing you side-splitting PG-13 laughs every show. ABBA put it best: Only seventeen, dancing queen, feel the beat from the tambourine, at Boomtown! Improv Comedine.
