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Specializing in luxury and waterfront properties, Victoria Fingelly has established a very successful real estate career over many years. With expert local knowledge of Fairfield, Southport and Westport, Connecticut, along with excellent marketing and communication skills, Victoria delivers a tradition of personal attention and service throughout each transaction.

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!  

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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.

    • Fri, Feb 13
      Feb 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      When it comes to Creole culture and Zydeco music, two-time GRAMMY Award-winning Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience embody the past, present, and future of American roots music.
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    • Fri, Feb 20
      Feb 20, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Friends 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.
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    • Sat, Mar 07
      Mar 07, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      What you are about to experience isn’t nostalgia. TIME TRAVEL IS REAL.IT JUST SOUNDS DIFFERENT THAN YOU EXPECT.YOU'RE NOT WATCHING THE PAST. YOU'RE MOVING THROUGH IT What happens on stage isn’t a re-enactment. It’s a loop. A current. A feedback circuit of memory and energy.
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    • Sun, Mar 15
      Mar 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Bagpipes with attitude. Drums with a Scottish accent. A blazing rock band and show so hot, it carries its own health warning!
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    • Sun, Mar 22
      Mar 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Direct from Sweden: The music of ABBA are no strangers to the incomparable sound and look of Sweden’s greatest music export with meticulous attention to costumes, make-up, musical arrangements, movements and the singing, nothing is left to chance.
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    • Wed, Apr 15
      Apr 15, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Roger McGuinn, as a founding member and guiding force of The Byrds, had a huge impact on rock ‘n’ roll of the 1960s, before embarking on a long and distinguished solo career that continues today.
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    • Sun, Apr 19
      Apr 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      This upcoming show offers a rare opportunity to see SOUL ASYLUM’s Dave Pirner and Ryan Smith perform an intimate, one-of-a-kind acoustic set.
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    • Sat, Nov 07
      Nov 07, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Unforgettable 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.
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Accomplished artists such as Jim Messina, Judy Collins and Edwin Mccain bring heartfelt warmth and lyrical brilliance to our stage.

victoria fingelly singer/songwriter series

    • Wed, Jan 21
      Jan 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      If you need a night out and a full heart, here’s your chance to see Stephen Kellogg and his band. For more than two decades, this wordsmith, TEDx speaker, stand-up comic, and author has delighted audiences around the world.
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    • Sun, Mar 08
      Mar 08, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Get ready for an evening of music with vocal icon Linda Eder! This genre-bending vocalist is known for her performance as Lucy Harris in Jekyll & Hyde: The Gothic Musical Thriller as well as solo recordings of Someone Like You, A New Life, Vienna, and more. Hear the Drama Desk nominee LIVE!
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    • Fri, Mar 20
      Mar 20, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Get ready for a one-of-a-kind evening as John Moreland and Patterson Hood (of Drive-By Truckers) come together for a special live performance.
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    • Sat, Apr 25
      Apr 25, 2026, 8:00 PM – Apr 26, 2026, 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      With these words, we are drawn into the world of Both Sides Now - a theatrical concert that explores the music and lives of long-time friends and one-time lovers.
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    • Sat, Feb 06
      Feb 06, 2027, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      When 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.
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bank of america 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

    • Fri, Feb 06
      Feb 06, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      A native of Camden, New Jersey, Eric Lewis began his musical studies at 2 years old and would ultimately receive the Rodger’s and Hammerstein full merit scholarship to the Manhattan School of Music.
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    • Sun, Mar 01
      Mar 01, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Christian McBride is an eight-time GRAMMY-winning bassist, composer, and bandleader. He is the Artistic Director of the historic Newport Jazz Festival, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), the TD James Moody Jazz Festival, and the National Jazz Museum in Harlem.
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    • Thu, Mar 19
      Mar 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Certain experiences burn themselves in your memory from the very first encounter. The jaw-dropping audio pyrotechnics that Naturally 7 put on display every night absolutely belong in that category.
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    • Thu, Mar 26
      Mar 26, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Charlie Hunter is a guitarist, producer, and composer celebrated for his innovative approach to the instrument. He gained widespread recognition for his pioneering technique on an eight-string guitar, which he custom-designed to simultaneously play bass lines, melodies, and chords.
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    • Sat, Feb 06
      Feb 06, 2027, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      When 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.
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elicit brewing 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, Jan 23
      Jan 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Due to a family emergency, Christopher Titus is forced to move his September 7th date at the Sacred Heart Community Theatre. The event has been rescheduled to Friday, January 23rd. All current tickets will be valid for the new date.
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    • Sat, Apr 11
      Apr 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      McGann’s relatively short, but impressive resume, includes performances on The Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Montreal’s famed Just For Laughs Festival, Gilda’s LaughFest, The Great American Comedy Festival and the Nashville Comedy Fest.
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    • Sat, May 02
      May 02, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
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    • Sat, Oct 03
      Oct 03, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Get ready for an evening of sidesplitting laughter as Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, the dynamic duo from TV's "Whose Line is it Anyway?," take the stage in a one-night-only uproarious live show, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Asking for Trouble.
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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

Our chamber series features the best of our local orchestra partners

classical series

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

    • Mon, Jan 19
      Jan 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Martin Luther King, Lyndon Baines Johnson and the civil rights marches that changed America. THIS IS A FREE EVENT!
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    • Sat, Jan 24
      Jan 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Exiled into the dangerous forest by her wicked stepmother, a princess is rescued by seven dwarf miners who make her part of their household.
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    • Tue, Jan 27
      Jan 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Led by determined prosecutor Robert H. Jackson, the Allies seek justice for Nazi crimes and the horrors of the Holocaust, while a U.S. Army psychiatrist enters a tense psychological battle with imprisoned Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring during the historic postwar trials.
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    • Thu, Jan 29
      Jan 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Harry and Sally have known each other for years, and are very good friends, but they fear sex would ruin the friendship.
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    • Fri, Jan 30
      Jan 30, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      In a time when the conversation around law enforcement is fraught with complexity and urgency, the new dynamic documentary film “Us vs Them” emerges as a clarion call for reflection, empathy, and transformation.
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    • Sat, Jan 31
      Jan 31, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      In Disney's beguiling animated romp, rebellious 16-year-old mermaid Ariel is fascinated with life on land.
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    • Sun, Feb 01
      Feb 01, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      A weatherman finds himself inexplicably living the same day over and over again.
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    • Sun, Feb 01
      Feb 01, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Biographical epic of the controversial and influential Black Nationalist leader, from his early life and career as a small-time gangster, to his ministry as a member of the Nation of Islam.
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    • Thu, Feb 05
      Feb 05, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Spinal Tap, one of England's loudest bands, is chronicled by film director Marty DiBergi on what proves to be a fateful tour.
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    • Sun, Feb 08
      Feb 08, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
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    • Thu, Feb 12
      Feb 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Military lawyer Lieutenant Daniel Kaffee defends Marines accused of murder. They contend they were acting under orders.
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    • Sat, Feb 14
      Feb 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Having lived a life in selfishness, a young prince is cursed by a mysterious enchantress to having the appearance of a monstrous beast.
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    • Thu, Feb 19
      Feb 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      While home sick in bed, a young boy's grandfather reads him the story of a farmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numerous obstacles, enemies and allies in his quest to be reunited with his true love.
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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.

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holiday series

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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

    • Sat, Feb 07
      Feb 07, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical bursts onto the stage in a bright, musical, and joy-filled celebration of letters, words, and imagination that will captivate kids and adults alike.
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    • Sun, Feb 15
      Feb 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      As Seen on AMERICA'S GOT TALENT, Puppy Pals Live is a family fun action-packed show where adopted and rescued dogs perform spectacular stunts and breathtaking feats. Watch as Puppy Pals Live leads the puppies and audience through challenging and comical tricks!
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    • Sat, Mar 21
      Mar 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Wild World of Animals has 30 years of experience working with and caring for wild animals! Located in the heart of Southwestern Pennsylvania, they specialize in educational and entertaining wildlife shows for a variety of occasions and events.
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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

    • Fri, Jan 23
      Jan 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Due to a family emergency, Christopher Titus is forced to move his September 7th date at the Sacred Heart Community Theatre. The event has been rescheduled to Friday, January 23rd. All current tickets will be valid for the new date.
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    • Sat, Apr 11
      Apr 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      McGann’s relatively short, but impressive resume, includes performances on The Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Montreal’s famed Just For Laughs Festival, Gilda’s LaughFest, The Great American Comedy Festival and the Nashville Comedy Fest.
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    • Sat, May 02
      May 02, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
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    • Sat, Oct 03
      Oct 03, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Get ready for an evening of sidesplitting laughter as Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, the dynamic duo from TV's "Whose Line is it Anyway?," take the stage in a one-night-only uproarious live show, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Asking for Trouble.
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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. 

SHU community exclusive series

    • Fri, Jan 23
      Jan 23, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Due to a family emergency, Christopher Titus is forced to move his September 7th date at the Sacred Heart Community Theatre. The event has been rescheduled to Friday, January 23rd. All current tickets will be valid for the new date.
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    • Sat, Apr 11
      Apr 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      McGann’s relatively short, but impressive resume, includes performances on The Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Montreal’s famed Just For Laughs Festival, Gilda’s LaughFest, The Great American Comedy Festival and the Nashville Comedy Fest.
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    • Sat, May 02
      May 02, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
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    • Sat, Oct 03
      Oct 03, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
      SHU Community Theatre, 1420 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824, USA
      Get ready for an evening of sidesplitting laughter as Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, the dynamic duo from TV's "Whose Line is it Anyway?," take the stage in a one-night-only uproarious live show, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Asking for Trouble.
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