The Ridgefield Playhouse Calendar of Events
Fairfield County Community Foundation Giving Day, Thursday, March 5, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org; visit http://www.fccfoundation.org/cm/Giving%20Day.html and ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
NEW DATE George Thorogood and The Destroyers, Thursday, March 5, 8 p.m., $80 orches., $75 mezzanine/balc., Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Wynonna and Friends: Story & Song, Friday, March 6, 8 p.m., $90, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Kat Edmonson, Saturday, March 7, 8 p.m. $25, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
NEW DATE Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck, National Theatre Live in HD, Sunday, March 8, 12 p.m., $25, $20 members, $18 season, $15 students only available by calling the box office, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Rainbow Fish, Arts in Education, Wednesday, March 11, 10 a.m. & 12:15 p.m., grades K-2, $10, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Grand Prix, debut of new Lime Rock Drivers Club Film Series, special guest British motorsport expert Simon Kirkby; Thursday, March 12, 7 p.m., $15 donation at door supports Ridgefield Playhouse, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
The Official Blues Brothers™ Revue, Saturday, March 14, 8 p.m., $47.50, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Rossini’s La Donna Del Lago, the Met Live in HD, Sunday, March 15, 12 p.m., $25, $20 members, $18 season, $15 students only available by calling the box office, free for students 18 & under by showing ID at box office, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
CANCELLED Pilobolus, Arts in Education, Monday, March 16, 11 a.m., $10, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
NEW DATE Pilobolus, Friday, September 25, Monday, March 16, 7 p.m., $50, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Don Felder, Wednesday, March 18, 8 p.m., $80, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
James Van Praagh, Friday, March 20, 7:30 p.m., Gold Circle Meet & Greet, $90, $75, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
The Jungle Book, Saturday, March 21, 11 a.m. & 2 p.m., $15, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
The Bolshoi Ballet: Swan Lake, Live in HD, Saturday, March 21, 6 p.m., $25, $20 members, $18 season, $15 students only available by calling the box office, free for students 18 & under by showing ID at box office, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Andy Grammar with Alex & Sierra with special guest Paradise Fears, Sunday, March 22, 8 p.m., $40, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Speaking Fearlessly Workshop with Ira Joe Fisher, Tuesdays, March 24 – May 12, 7:30 – 9 p.m., $360, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Michael Bolton, Wednesday, March 25, 8 p.m., $151 Gold Circle Meet & Greet by calling the box office at 203-438-5795, $126 orches., $111 mezz. /balc., Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Cassandra Wilson, Coming Forth By Day: A Celebration of Billie Holiday, Thursday, March 26, 8 p.m., $75, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
The Outlaws, Friday, March 27, 8 p.m., $47, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
NEW TIME Comedy Graduation Showcase, Sunday, March 29, 10 a.m. 11 a.m., $12, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
The Breakfast Club 30th Anniversary edition, Rated R, newly restored film in HD, ‘80s costume party, Saturday, March 28, 8 p.m., $12.50, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Charlotte’s Web, Monday, March 30, Arts in Education, K-5, 10 a.m. & 12:15 p.m., $10, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Preservation Hall Jazz Band, special guest Funky Dawgz Brass Band, Wednesday, April 1, 7:30 p.m., $50 orches., $45 mezzanine/balc., Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
The Bolshoi Ballet from Moscow in HD: Romeo & Juliet, Saturday, April 4, 4 p.m., $25, $20 members, $18 season, $15 students only available by calling the box office, Free for students 18 & under by showing ID at box office, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Robby Krieger, special guest Waylon Krieger, Wednesday, April 8, 8 p.m., $80, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Joan Armatrading, Solo Tour, Thursday, April 9, 8 p.m., $75, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Zappa Plays Zappa, Friday, April 10, 3 p.m. Master Guitar Class, $75, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Zappa Plays Zappa, Friday, April 10, 8 p.m., $125 VIP Sound Check Party, $75 orches., $65 mezzanine/balc., Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
The Broadway Dolls, Saturday, April 11, 8:30 p.m., $45;$25 “Dancing with The Dolls” pre-show VIP package from 7:15-8 p.m. to meet learn choreography & Broadway audition tips and participate in the show; (recommended for ages 8 & up), Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Comedy Graduation Showcase, Sunday, April 12, 10 a.m., $12, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Gregory Alan Isakov, special guest Jolie Holland, Sunday, April 12, 8 p.m., $37.50, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
The Hard Problem, National Theatre Live in HD, Thursday, April 16, 2 p.m. Live, 7 p.m. Encore, $25, $20 members, $18 season, $15 students only available by calling the box office, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Lee Ann Womack, Saturday, April 18, 8 p.m., $45, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
An Evening with Charles Grodin, 80th Birthday Comedic Journey thru Showbiz, Tuesday, April 21, 7:30 p.m., $55 Gold Circle Meet & Greet; $45 orches., $40 mezzanine/balc. Seniors: Gold Circle Meet and Greet $55; $35 orches., $25 mezzanine/balc. Free for students. (100% of proceeds go to Lend a Hand Foundation), Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Judy Collins, Thursday, April 23, 8 p.m., $60, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Randy Bachman, Friday, April 24, 8 p.m., $70, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci, Double bill from the Met Live in HD, Saturday, April 25, 12:30 p.m., $25, $20 members, $18 season, $15 students only available by calling the box office, free for students 18 & under by showing ID at box office, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
NEW DATE & TIMES Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom with Peter Gros, Saturday, April 25, 5 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., $25, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Ridgefield BandJam 2015, Sunday, April 26, 4 p.m., $20 adults, $15 students, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Waterboys, Monday, April 27, 8 p.m., $50, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Daughtry, Tuesday, April 28, 8 p.m., $90 Gold Circle Seating, $75 orches., $65 mezz, $55, balc., Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Wanda Sykes, special guest Keith Robinson, Friday, May 1, 8 p.m., $110 orches, $95 mezzanine/balc., Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Fran Cosmo, a former of Boston, special guest Kashmir, a Led Zeppelin Tribute Band, Saturday, May 2, 8 p.m., $48, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Lauren DiNardo Keep It Badass Fashion Show, Wednesday, May 6, 7:30 p.m. (lobby events at 6:30 p.m.), $25, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Antigone Rising, special guest Julia Weldon, Thursday, May 7, 7:30 p.m., $25, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
“Gotta’ Dance!”, Show-stopping Numbers from Broadway's Hottest Dancers, Directed by Daniel C. Levine (Les Miserable, Chicago), Choreographed by Mark Myars (Wicked, If/Then), Musical Direction by Bryan Perri (Wicked, Chaplin), forages 8 and up,Friday, May 8, 8 p.m., $55 orches., $50 mezzanine/balc., $40 students by calling the box office, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Hot Peas ‘N Butter, Pepsi Children’s Series, ages 2 and up, Saturday, May 9, 2 p.m., $20, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Everyone Orchestra, featuring conductor Matt Butler, Vernon Reid (Living Colour), Robert Mercurcio (Galactic), Durga McBroom (Pink Floyd), Natalie Cressman (Trey Anastasio Band), Ivan Jackson (High and Mighty Brass Band), Todd Stoops (Kung Fu) and more, Sunday, May 10, 8 p.m., $38.50, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Todd Rundgren, Global Tour, Tuesday, May 12, 8 p.m., $65, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Doktor Kaboom, grades 3-8, Thursday, May 14, 10 a.m. & 12:15 p.m., $10, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Man and Superman, National Theatre Live in HD, Thursday, May 14, 2 p.m. Live, 6 p.m. Encore, $25, $20 members, $18 season, $15 students only available by calling the box office, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Whitney Cummings, Friday, May 15, 8 p.m., $70, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Sunday Jazz Brunch, Sunday, May 17, 1 p.m. Bareburger spring brunch, 2 p.m. show featuring Lew Soloff (Blood, Sweat and Tears) and All-Star band with saxophonist/singer Grace Kelly, Victor Lewis (drums), David Budway (piano), Essiet Essiet (bass) and Ron Affif (guitar), $35 adults, $25 students, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Lyn Evans Spring Fashion Show to benefit Ann’s Place, Wednesday, May 20, 8 p.m., $25, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Changes in Latitude, Jimmy Buffet Tribute, Thursday, May 21, 8 p.m., $35, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Blues Traveler, Friday, May 22, 8 p.m., $67, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Le Mans, starring Steve McQueen, Lime Rock Drivers Club Film Series, special guest British motorsport expert Simon Kirkby;Thursday, May 28, 7 p.m., $15 donation at door supports Ridgefield Playhouse, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
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The Fifth Dimension, Friday, May 29, 8 p.m., $65, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Dickey Betts & Great Southern, Sunday, May 31, 8 p.m., $75, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Leon Russell, Wednesday, June 3, 8 p.m., $48, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Roger McGuinn, frontman of The Byrds, Friday, June 12, $38, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Ottmar Liebert & Luna Negra, Saturday, June 13, 8 p.m., $47.50, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Bacon Brothers, Friday, June 19, $65, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
Keb’ Mo’, Sunday, June 28, 8 p.m., $70, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
The Beach Boys, Summer Gala, Thursday, July 9, 6 p.m. Gala, 8 p.m. show,$155, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.
NEW DATE Pilobolus, Friday, September 25, Monday, March 16, 7 p.m., $50, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT (203) 438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org.