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EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES
Adapted by Reggie Law
From the classic children’s tale
MARCH 7-8*, 2026
Single tickets on sale February 16
*School Performances March 5-6
Preparing for his grand royal wedding, the emperor’s vanity gets the best of him in this hilarious and colorful adventure. Set in a fictional European kingdom, a pair of crafty tailors promise to make the emperor a stunning suit that only the “wise” can see. As he struts through the kingdom in his “invisible” clothes, the townspeople and his royal court can’t help but laugh — but will anyone be brave enough to tell him the truth?
FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES
SPECIAL EVENT
Center Stage Soirée Fundraiser
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
6-9 PM
Join us for Center Stage Soirée, an evening of celebration dedicated to supporting the day-to-day magic that brings every performance to life at Oak Ridge Playhouse. This fundraiser brings together theater lovers, community members, and supporters for an unforgettable night of live music, delicious hors d’oeuvres, dancing, and a silent auction featuring unique items and experiences. While you enjoy the festivities and connect with fellow patrons of the arts, you’ll be helping us keep the lights on and the stories coming—ensuring that Oak Ridge Playhouse can continue to be a vibrant home for creativity, community, and powerful storytelling. Beer and wine will be available for purchase at our cash bar. Your presence and support make all the difference in sustaining the theater we all love, so come dressed to celebrate, bid generously, and dance the night away knowing you’re investing in the future of live theater in our community
UPCOMING SHOWS
THE COTTAGE
By Sandy Rustin
MAY 1-10, 2026
Single tickets on sale April 6
A riotous and cheeky new sex comedy that’s equal parts sparkling high farce and deliciously naughty fun! Set in a charming English cottage in the scandalous summer of 1923, this wildly funny romp is packed with tangled romances, forbidden affairs, outrageous lies, and more witty one-liners than you can count. Fresh off a hit run on Broadway, Sandy Rustin’s The Cottage is sharp, stylish, and topped with just the right amount of saucy. Get ready for an evening of high-speed, laugh-out-loud fun!
PG-13 AUDIENCES
As we come out of these troubling times, remember the artists and arts organizations across Tennessee who have had to suspend operations for an indefinite time. A great way to show your support is through the Tennessee Specialty License Plate program.
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