Friday, August 14, 2026
Time, location, and ticket information to be announced soon!
An evening in celebration of Creede Repertory Theatre. The biennial gala brings together friends and patrons of CRT for a night of connection, gratitude, and purpose—supporting bold theatre, extraordinary artists, and the enduring cultural life of Creede.
July 12 | 10am | Ruth Humphreys Brown Theatre
July 19 | 10am | Ruth Humphreys Brown Theatre
Adults – $25 | Kids – $15
Family-Friendly, Puppetry
Dragoncillo is a puppetry troupe comprised of university scholars specializing in Spanish Golden Age theatre: Jason Yancey (Grand Valley State University); Esther Fernández (Rice University); Jonathan Wade (Meredith College); Jared White (Hillsdale College); and Alejandra Juno Rodríguez-Villar (Hanover College). The group debuted in April 2018 with a shadow puppet adaptation of the Juan Rana figure from Golden Age entremeses into an original production titled, The Fabulous Johnny Frog, offering performances in El Paso, TX, and Grand Rapids, MI. The company is dedicated to imaginative storytelling that educates while it entertains. Pictured: Jason Yancey
Ruth Humphreys Brown Theatre | 120 S. Main St.
OUR FINAL MOVIE FOR SPRING 2026!
True Grit (1969 – G)
Friday, April 3 @ 6pm
by Alebrije Writers Collective
Music by Deborah Wicks la Puma
CREEDE PREMIERE: FRIDAY, AUG 28
REGIONAL TOUR: SEPT – NOV
The day before his birthday party, a lonely boy befriends Pancracio, the biggest and bravest piñata in town. What will happen to Pancracio when the party begins?
Musical, Family-Friendly, World Premiere
Now in its 43rd Season, the Young Audience Outreach Tour’s mission is to provide equitable access to professional theatre and arts education to rural communities across the Southwestern United States. YAOT has traveled to 9 states and impacts an average of 32,000 students in grades K-6 each year.
Adapted by Nina Faso & Stephen Schwartz
From the book by Studs Terkel
Songs by Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manuel Miranda,
Mary Rodgers, Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz,
and James Taylor
RUTH HUMPHREYS BROWN THEATRE
June 20 – Sept 5
Tickets Start at $45 for adults & $25 for children
Celebrating Colorado’s 150th year of statehood !
EVERY JOB HAS A STORY
Working is a celebration of everyday people and the jobs that shape their lives. Told through a series of monologues and songs, the show spotlights workers from all walks of life—teachers, laborers, servers, caregivers, artists, and more—each sharing their hopes, struggles, pride, and unseen contributions. And in honor of our local community, the piece is tailored to reflect the unique voices of Creede and the surrounding region, incorporating local stories and trades. Together, these portraits create a heartfelt, human tapestry that honors the dignity, humor, and resilience of the people who keep a community running.
Musical, Drama
Recommended for ages 13+
Content Information: This production contains moderate language, mature themes, and the grit of everyday, working people.
Please see CRT’s complete list of Content Advisories for additional information. Parents: We understand that every child is different. Don’t hesitate to call the box office for more detailed content information to help decide what’s best for your child.
by Becky Mode
Based on characters created by Becky Mode and Mark Setlock
Starring Graham Ward (pictured)
RUTH HUMPHREYS BROWN THEATRE
May 23 – Sept 19
Tickets Start at $45 for adults & $25 for children
A SINGLE ACTOR. A SINGLE DAY. A THOUSAND LAUGHS
One actor (CRT favorite Graham Ward) takes on 40 characters in this hilarious tour de force about Sam, a struggling actor juggling the chaos of answering the reservation line at one of New York City’s most exclusive restaurants. Over the course of a single chaotic day in the basement reservations office, Sam fields calls from demanding VIPs, entitled socialites, desperate diners, and eccentric celebrities—all while juggling pressure from the temperamental chef, personal drama, and artistic aspirations.
Comedy, Mystery, Farce
Recommended for ages 16+.
This production contains strong language and far too many telephone lines.
Please see CRT’s complete list of Content Advisories for additional information. Parents: We understand that every child is different. Don’t hesitate to call the box office for more detailed content information to help decide what’s best for your child.
Music and Lyrics by William Finn
Book by Rachel Sheinkin
Conceived by Rebecca Feldman
Additional Material by Jay Reiss
MAINSTAGE THEATRE
May 30 – Sept 6
Tickets start at $30 for adults & $25 for children
WE’LL SEE YOU AT THE BEE!
Six quirky middle-schoolers compete in a high stakes regional spelling bee, each bringing their own hopes, anxieties, and personal baggage to the stage. As the competition unfolds, the students—and even the adults running the event—reveal heartfelt and hilarious glimpses into their lives, confronting themes of belonging, pressure, and validation. With improvisational elements, audience participation, and witty musical numbers, the show transforms a simple spelling bee into celebration of growing up, letting go, and individuality.
Musical, Comedy
Recommended for ages 8+
This production contains mild language and touching moments of syzygy (1. a pair of connected or corresponding things. Recent examples of syzygy: “Alignment in astronomy typically refers to syzygy, such as an eclipse, which does not apply here.” —Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025).
Please see CRT’s complete list of Content Advisories for additional information. Parents: We understand that every child is different. Don’t hesitate to call the box office for more detailed content information to help decide what’s best for your child.
CREATIVE TEAM
Director – Emily Van Fleet
Music Director – Alec Steinhorn
Choreographer – Bethany Eilean Talley
Scenic Design – Kevin Nelson
Costume Design – Angelina Herin
Lighting Design – Mandy Heath
Sound Design – Chevelier Wiggins
Dramaturg – Kit Milne Twichell
Dialect & Voice Coach – Rebecca Bossen
STAGE MANAGEMENT
Stage Manager – Esther McFaden*
Asst. Stage Manager – Ashleigh David*
CAST
Chip Tolentino – Zachary Chiero*
Logainne SchwartzandGrubenniere – Noelia Antweiler*
Leaf Coneybear – Clark Destin Jones
William Barfée – Julian Ibarra
Marcy Park – Maya Tanaka Allwardt
Olive Ostrovsky – Sydney Wilson
Rona Lisa Perretti – McKinley Carter*
Vice Principal Douglas Panch – Logan Ernstthal*
Mitch Mahoney – Richaun Stewart*
with Dragoncillo Puppet Troupe
What will you discover?
Students will collaborate with the renowned Dragoncillo Puppet Troupe creating all original stories exploring the magic of discovery; incorporating hand and shadow puppet techniques to tell stories of adventure, exploration, and strange new worlds!
World Premiere, Education, Family Friendly
RUTH HUMPHREYS BROWN THEATRE
Friday, July 24 @ 1pm| Saturday, July 25 @ 11am | Sunday, July 26 @ 1pm
RESERVATIONS WILL OPEN IN LATE JUNE
KID Show is free to attend with a suggested $5 donation to support this one-of-a-kind program.
REGISTRATION FOR KID SHOW IS NOW OPEN!
KID Show is open to students ages 10-18 and is FREE to participate. Click the button below to register.
Now in its 24th season, The KID Show program provokes and empowers young creative minds to develop and produce a new play, while placing them in a professional environment and encouraging them to play!
Program registration begins in the spring of 2026; please email Education Director, Jenni Harbour, at jenni@creederep.com to be put on an email list to be the first to know
by Ken Ludwig
MAINSTAGE THEATRE
June 27 – Sept 13
Tickets Start at $28 for adults & $23 for children
A FRESH MYSTERY, A LEGENDARY RIVAL
The world’s greatest detective and his loyal companion Dr. Watson battle the brilliant and dangerous criminal mastermind Professor James Moriarty. When a daring crime shocks London, Holmes is pulled into a high-stakes chase filled with disguises, danger, and Ludwig’s signature blend of wit and adventure. As the game of cat and mouse escalates, Holmes must match wits with a foe as clever as he is, testing the limits of his brilliance, friendship, and resolve. Thrilling, comedic, and full of theatrical flair, the play brings new life to the classic Holmes legend with unforgettable characters and an entertaining twist.
Mystery, Comedy
Recommended for ages 13+
Content Information: This production contains mild language, some violence, much humor, thrilling escapes, and Sherlock Holmes’ ultimate nemesis.
Please see CRT’s complete list of Content Advisories for additional information. Parents: We understand that every child is different. Don’t hesitate to call the box office for more detailed content information to help decide what’s best for your child.
CREATIVE TEAM
Director – Steven Cole Hughes
Scenic Design – Kevin Nelson
Costume Design – Nicole Watts
Lighting Design – Mandy Heath
Sound Design – Pan-Pan Gou
Dramaturg – Kit Milne Twichell
Dialect & Voice Coach – Rebecca Bossen
STAGE MANAGEMENT
Stage Manager – Kelsea Seibold*
Asst. Stage Manager – Eliana Kindred
CAST
Actor One – Graham Ward*
Actor Two – Zachary Chiero*
Actor Three – Logan Ernstthal*
Actor Four – Noelia Antweiler*
Actor Five – Anne Faith Butler*
ROLES BY ACTOR
Actor One – Sherlock Holmes
Actor Two – Doctor Watson
Actor Three – Rupert Perkins, King Otto Von Ormstein, Professor Moriarty, Mrs. Gasner, Porter, Conductor, Paddy Keys, Nefertiti, Mycroft Holmes, Lestrade, Rough with a Bludgeon, Bartender, Announcer
Actor Four – Irene Adler, Mrs. Hudson, Cartwright
Actor Five – Miroslav Hacek, Daisy, Milker, Vicar, Mrs. Barabas, Hilda Klebb, Toby, Cab Driver, Hans
Presenting Sponsor for Ken Ludwig’s Moriarty:
This year, Boomtown! turns 20–still too young to drink, but definitely old enough to know better. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time heckler, come help us blow out the candles and light the fuse on another season of laughter!
OFF SEASON SPRING PERFORMANCES ANNOUNCED IN EARLY 2026
All performances of Boomtown! Improv Comedy take place in the
RUTH HUMPHREYS BROWN THEATRE
$20 General Admission ($15 for Locals)
Boomtown! Improv is recommended for ages 13 and older, though you know your child best. Sets may include some language, sexual innuendo, stylized violence, and bad jokes.
Please see CRT’s complete list of Content Disclosures for additional information.
