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There’s always something to do at SHU Community Theatre. Explore our diverse series and sponsored events for something that’s right up your alley!
bank of america rock series
Smokin’ hot performers from yesterday and today bring the heat! Average White Band, Darlene Love, Tusk and Tab Benoit & The Rebirth Brass Band are among the top rock artists we’ve welcomed.
- Sun, Oct 18Oct 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAKnown for the past 50 years as the heartbeat of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, as well as 17 years on NBC as the bandleader and sidekick on the Conan O’Brien show, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Max Weinberg is proud to announce Max Weinberg’s Jukebox.
- Nov 06, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAThe THE BAND Band is the world’s leading tribute to The Band, having performed more than 400 shows for audiences across the United States since their founding in 2007. In 2012, they created The Last Waltz Celebration, with over 50 performances to date.
- Sat, Nov 07Nov 07, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAUnforgettable Fire, or ‘UF’, was born on New Year's Day in 1995 as one of the very first U2 Tribute Bands to ever perform in America. After twenty five years of performing at the most prestigious venues UF have formed the reputation of being the preeminent U2 Tribute in the world.
- Sun, Nov 08Nov 08, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAWith a legacy built on unforgettable melodies, tight musicianship and signature harmonies, Orleans has become one of Classic Rock’s most enduring acts. Their timeless hits—like “Still The One,” “Dance With Me,” and “Love Takes Time”—remain staples across radio, television and streaming platforms.
- Sat, Nov 14Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAEagleMania has been dazzling audiences for over a decade by spectacularly reproducing the music of The Eagles. EagleMania thrills internationally sold-out audiences with their stunning five part harmony, virtuoso guitar work and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles.
- Wed, Nov 18
- Fri, Dec 04Dec 04, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USASHU Community Theatre welcomes renowned vocalist, singer songwriter, and recording artist, Mike DelGuidice, performing a show of astonishing renditions of some of the biggest names in Classic Rock and a few of Mike’s original songs.
- Jan 14, 2027, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USADavid Brighton's Space Oddity is credited as being the world's best David Bowie theatrical, concert experience. "David Brighton has the voice, moves and look to actually step in for David Bowie if he were unavailable and few would ever know.
- Thu, Jan 21
- Fri, Jan 22Jan 22, 2027, 8:00 PM – Jan 23, 2027, 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAHollywood Nights - The Bob Seger Experience is the ultimate tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. They are a 9-piece band based in New Jersey who continues to strive to recreate everything about Bob Seger and his music down to the core.
- Fri, Feb 05Feb 05, 2027, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAHailed as “one of the best acoustic guitarists in the world” by NPR’s World Cafe, Tommy Emmanuel got his start at the age of six, when he first began touring his native Australia with his family’s band.
- Feb 19, 2027, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAFriends of the Brothers is a celebration of the music of the Allman Brothers Band, with members closely associated with the original band and continuing the brotherhood with passion, committed to the ideals of every night being special and unique. Since April 2024,
victoria fingelly singer/songwriter series
Accomplished artists such as Jim Messina, Judy Collins and Edwin Mccain bring heartfelt warmth and lyrical brilliance to our stage.
- Sat, Oct 10Oct 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USABroadway, television, and film star, Robert Neary, creates an unforgettable tribute to one of the greatest recording artists in history. Two hours packed with 26 classic hit songs, nostalgia, stories, multimedia, trivia, and a 30 minute finale that is pure Broadway caliber.
- Oct 10, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USABroadway, television, and film star, Robert Neary, creates an unforgettable tribute to one of the greatest recording artists in history. Two hours packed with 26 classic hit songs, nostalgia, stories, multimedia, trivia, and a 30 minute finale that is pure Broadway caliber.
- Wed, Oct 14Oct 14, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAJohn Ondrasik— the songwriter and performer known as the platinum-selling, Grammy-nominated, Five For Fighting—knows this well. In the two decades since his first major single, “Superman (It’s Not Easy),” hit the stratosphere, the artist has both evolved and come back ‘round full circle.
- Sat, Oct 24Oct 24, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAAcclaimed singer songwriter, piano virtuoso and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce is once again taking his celebrated Croce Plays Croce Tour across the country, bringing audiences an unforgettable evening of music that bridges generations and celebrates the enduring power of song.
- Thu, Oct 29Oct 29, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USASuzanne Vega will perform a career-spanning show including favorites like “Tom’s Diner”, “Luka”, “Marlene On The Wall”, and many more, plus songs from her latest album, Flying with Angels, which was released in May 2025 to critical acclaim.
- Sat, Dec 12Dec 12, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAMartin Sexton tours in support the 25th anniversary of Live Wide Open - the critically-acclaimed double vinyl live album. The show will include these fan-favorites as well as some new material and surprise covers.
- Sat, Jan 30Jan 30, 2027, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAAs childhood friends growing up in Denver, Colorado, Joe Mailander and Justin Lansing were always exploring the outdoors. Whether it was rafting down their neighborhood creek or discovering hiking trails through the Rocky Mountains, Joe and Justin were born adventurers.
- Sat, Feb 06Feb 06, 2027, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAWhen the iconic Ms. Lisa Fischer sings, she brings a joyous sense of discovery to every setting. The Grammy and Oscar winning powerhouse vocalist is at the peak of her powers, blazing her own path, reveling in the chance to dive into every vocal possibility.
- Thu, Feb 25Feb 25, 2027, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAAmerica first fell in love with Clay Aiken's extraordinary voice and undeniable charisma on the second season of American Idol. His journey on the show became a cultural phenomenon drawing nearly 40 million viewers to the finale one of the highest-rated live television broadcasts of the 21st century
jazz series
Inventive…spontaneous…improvisational -- jazz is a distinctly american art form that transcends musical boundaries and thrives on live expression. Shuct is dedicated to showcasing contemporary artists keeping the tradition alive – and moving it forward. this series has recently featured legendary artists like Chucho Valdez, Bill Frisell, Eddie Palmeiri and Kenny Werner
- Oct 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAAs a solo artist and as a collaborator with jazz giants from Dizzy Gillespie to Wayne Shorter, for over three decades Grammy® Award Winning Panamanian Pianist-Composer Danilo Pérez has been lauded as one of the most creative forces in contemporary music.
- Thu, Nov 05Nov 05, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USASpyro Gyra are one of the most successful and enduring jazz fusion groups of the last five decades, blending jazz, R&B, funk, pop, and Latin influences into a signature sound that helped define contemporary jazz.
- Sat, Dec 19Dec 19, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USATAKE 6 (Claude McKnight, Mark Kibble, Joel Kibble, Dave Thomas, Alvin Chea and Khristian Dentley), heralded by Quincy Jones as the “baddest vocal cats on the planet!,” is the quintessential a cappella group and the model for vocal genius. They are the preeminent and best a capella group in the world
- Sat, Feb 06Feb 06, 2027, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAWhen the iconic Ms. Lisa Fischer sings, she brings a joyous sense of discovery to every setting. The Grammy and Oscar winning powerhouse vocalist is at the peak of her powers, blazing her own path, reveling in the chance to dive into every vocal possibility.
- Sun, Feb 07Feb 07, 2027, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAGrammy-winning vocalist Kurt Elling joins acclaimed pianist Fred Hersch for *Wildflowers*, an intimate evening of jazz, reimagining timeless songs through extraordinary musicianship, spontaneous interplay and soulful storytelling.
- Thu, Apr 22Apr 22, 2027, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USASandoval is renowned as one of the most dynamic performers alive. He has lit up the stage at the Oscars, the GRAMMY Awards, and the Billboard Awards, dazzling audiences with both breathtaking technique and sheer joy. The accolades match the legend including 10 GRAMMY Awards (19 nominations).
comedy series
Great comedians like Maria Bamford, Gary Gulman, Kevin Nealon and Paul Reiser have us rolling around in the aisles! Will your funny favorite be next?
- Fri, Oct 09Oct 09, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USALeslie Jones is a three-time Primetime Emmy Award nominee as well as a Writer’s Guild Award and NAACP Award nominee for her work on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. She has also been honored as one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People.
- Fri, Nov 20Nov 20, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAMaria Bamford is revered for her deeply personal and experimental comedy about mental illness. She’s the author of the New York Times bestselling memoir Sure, I’ll Join Your Cult and is the star of four hour-long standup specials,
- Sun, Nov 22
- Sat, Jan 09Jan 09, 2027, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USASamantha Bee has quickly established herself as having one of the most unique and sharp comedic voices on television. Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, Bee began her career performing as a member of the all-female sketch comedy troupe The Atomic Fireballs.
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- Sun, Jan 31
world music series
Acts like Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Cherish the Ladies, Dervish and Red Baraat are sure to make shu community theatre a stop on their international tours
classical series
Our chamber series features the best of our local orchestra partners
- Wed, Dec 09
- Jan 31, 2027, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAHear the world’s leading clarinet soloist, David Shifrin, perform the clarinet quintets of Mozart and Brahms with string principals from the New Haven Symphony Orchestra. Performed while surrounded by over 1,000 flickering candles for a cozy, romantic winter afternoon!
music in context series
SHU Community Theatre's Music in Context: Exploring Culture Through Performance is a new humanities series that pairs extraordinary live performances with artist conversations exploring the history, culture, and traditions behind the music. The series is sponsored, in part, by CT Humanities
The Summer Blockbuster and Nostalgia Film Series present new films and premiere events alongside celebrations of the masters of cinema featuring commentary and reflections from experts such as the SHU Community Theatre’s resident movie guru Susan Granger. SHUCT also presents the latest independent and foreign films, as well as thought-provoking documentaries with engaging panel discussions.
film series
- Sun, Oct 11
- Sun, Oct 11Oct 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAThe feature film blockbuster based on the YouTube series. After discovering a mysterious doorway in a warehouse, a man accidentally enters an endless labyrinth of uncanny rooms where reality itself seems to break down.
- Oct 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAA brilliant scientist accidentally merges his DNA with that of a fly during an experimental teleportation experiment, beginning a horrifying transformation into something no longer entirely human. Directed by David Cronenberg, starring Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis.
- Wed, Oct 28Oct 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAGather your fellow witches, warlocks, and Halloween lovers, hop on your broom, and fly over for a movie experience that’s equal parts spooky and scrumptious! Watch the beloved Halloween classic Hocus Pocus while enjoying wickedly themed treats timed to magical moments throughout the film.
- Fri, Oct 30Oct 30, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USASHU Community Theatre and Fairfield Center Stage bring the 1975 cult classic film to life in a special co-production featuring a fully costumed live "shadow cast" performing right in front of the screen!
- Sat, Oct 31Oct 31, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAThe two iconic films that define classic horror - Bela Lugosi is Dracula (1931) and Boris Karloff is Frankenstein (1931)! Yes, technically Karloff is Frankenstein's monster but you know what we meant :) Dracula starts at 12 pm and Frankenstein at 2 pm. Both films for the price of a single ticket. Co
- Wed, Nov 04Nov 04, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAHitchcock at his best! Cary Grant stars as a New York City advertising executive who goes on the run after being mistaken for a government agent by a group of foreign spies, and falls for a woman whose loyalties he begins to doubt. Post show talkback with Hitchcock Expert Sid Gottlieb.
- Wed, Nov 25
- Nov 28, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USARaised as an elf at the North Pole, a human named Buddy travels to New York City to find his biological father and discovers that the real world is very different from Santa's workshop. Will Ferrell’s Christmas smash!
- Sat, Nov 28Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAThe concert film of the 1970s, capturing the final concert by The Band on Thanksgiving Day 1976. With guest appearances from the absolute best rockers of the era -- Dylan, Neil Young, Van Morrison, Joni Mitchell and so many more!
- Sun, Nov 29
- Sun, Dec 13
- Sun, Dec 13Dec 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAAccidentally left home alone during the Christmas holiday, a resourceful young boy turns his house into a fortress when two burglars attempt to break in. The all-time Christmas family movie starring Macauley Culkin.
- Fri, Dec 18Dec 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAOn Christmas Eve, a desperate businessman is shown how different his community would be if he had never been born, reminding him of the profound impact one life can have on others. Capra’s timeless classic starring Jimmy Stewart.
Celebrate the season with festive performances that warm the heart and lift the spirit. From classic holiday films like It's a Wonderful Life to live music like Judy Collins or Darlene Love, SHU Community Theatre is your home for timeless traditions and new memories.
holiday series
- Sun, Nov 22
- Wed, Dec 09
- Dec 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAFor four decades, Cherish the Ladies has been one of the world’s most celebrated Irish music ensembles, capturing the hearts of audiences worldwide with their exhilarating blend of traditional Irish music, captivating vocals, and dynamic step dancing.
- Dec 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAFrom clockwork imps to a luminous owl that flies above the audience, mice dressed in polka dots and dancers dancing with huge chopsticks, this timeless, re-imagined classic bursts with energy and excitement.
- Sat, Dec 19Dec 19, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USATAKE 6 (Claude McKnight, Mark Kibble, Joel Kibble, Dave Thomas, Alvin Chea and Khristian Dentley), heralded by Quincy Jones as the “baddest vocal cats on the planet!,” is the quintessential a cappella group and the model for vocal genius. They are the preeminent and best a capella group in the world
Parents and kids know Sunday is the day to head for SHU Community Theatre for an afternoon of family-friendly entertainment everyone will enjoy
family series
- Wed, Oct 28Oct 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAGather your fellow witches, warlocks, and Halloween lovers, hop on your broom, and fly over for a movie experience that’s equal parts spooky and scrumptious! Watch the beloved Halloween classic Hocus Pocus while enjoying wickedly themed treats timed to magical moments throughout the film.
- Nov 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USARecognized as “the queen of kids’ music” by People magazine, Laurie Berkner is a singer, songwriter, performer, author, and founder of Two Tomatoes Records, LLC. With more than 1.7 billion streams, an average of more than 22 million monthly streams, more than 595 million YouTube channel views.
- Sun, Nov 22
- Dec 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAFrom clockwork imps to a luminous owl that flies above the audience, mice dressed in polka dots and dancers dancing with huge chopsticks, this timeless, re-imagined classic bursts with energy and excitement.
- Sat, Jan 30Jan 30, 2027, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAAs childhood friends growing up in Denver, Colorado, Joe Mailander and Justin Lansing were always exploring the outdoors. Whether it was rafting down their neighborhood creek or discovering hiking trails through the Rocky Mountains, Joe and Justin were born adventurers.
- Sat, Feb 27Feb 27, 2027, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMSHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USAIn Pinkalicious The Musical, Pinkalicious can't stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor's office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe - a dream come true for this pink-loving enthusiast.
Being associated with a national university, SHU Community Theatre offers one-of-a-kind engaging experiences for lifelong learners, prospective college students and our own student body. Our non-partisan, respectful format brings you faculty experts and others with an array of fresh perspectives on today’s issues, health and wellness and ways we can transform ourselves and our world
thought leader series
- Sat, Feb 27
Be inspired and in the know! SHU Community Theatre is the place to go for world premiere independent films, thought-provoking talks with artists, authors and auteurs and one-night-only events you'll only find here.
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