Meet the Cast: Our Two Tiny Tims
Meet Samuel Grear and Benjamin O’Brien! They’re playing Tiny Tim this year in A Christmas Carol–A Ghost Story of Christmas. Watch as they discuss their experience, favorite meals and what they’d buy Scrooge for Christmas. Watch Video…
Meet the Artist: Derric Harris, Associate Choreographer
Derric Harris is a dancer and choreographer who has been the Associate Choreographer for A Christmas Carol–A Ghost Story of Christmas at Hartford Stage since 2011. Inside, Derric discusses dance, storytelling, and holiday memories. Read more…
A Visit to the Costume Shop with Blair and Brit
Costume Shop Manager Blair Gulledge and her assistant, Elinor ‘Brit’ Watts, discuss the work that goes into building and maintaining the hundreds of costumes needed for A Christmas Carol. Watch Video…
Meet the Staff : Sara Morand, Assistant Properties Manager
“I had a family friend who encouraged me to audition for a local production of the musical Babes in Toyland when I was 8. That led me to dance classes, which became a strong hobby and stress-reliever that I’ve carried in periods throughout my life. Through those classes in college, I found the theatre department and the scene shop, my first foray into the world of theatre tech.” Read more…
The Industrial Revolution in Victorian England
Until the reign of Queen Victoria, England’s populace was primarily rural. The explosion of the Industrial Revolution accelerated the migration of the population from the country to the city. The result of this movement was the development of horrifying slums and cramped row housing in the overcrowded cities. Read more…
My son’s first live theatre experience at the Sensory Friendly Performance of A Christmas Carol
At age 16, my son Cash’an had never seen a live stage play, until last December. While that may not be uncommon for some, my family has always been immersed in the performing arts. Read more…
The Spirit of Giving
As a nonprofit, contributions from our donors make up more than 40% of Hartford Stage’s annual operating income. Even if every single ticket were sold, we would still need gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations to support our work. Simply put, we cannot create our art, educate our children, and enrich our community without the loyal and faithful contributions that we receive each year. Read more…
Short Takes: News from Hartford Stage
A look at our lobby; Marley Reimagined; Holiday food drive; Lighting event; A trip to see The Inheritance; Gala Save the Date; Melia Bensussen to direct at Huntington Theatre; Humana Trip; Project Transform; Up next. Read more…
