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The Trinity Repertory Company in Providence, RI, has unveiled its 2025-26 season, highlighting a variety of productions including a world premiere and cherished classics. Artistic Director Curt Columbus describes the season as a homecoming, welcoming notable directors back to the theater. The lineup includes the dark comedic thriller ‘Cold War Choir Practice,’ holiday favorite ‘A Christmas Carol,’ and the poignant musical ‘Next to Normal,’ among others. Subscription packages are available now, with public ticket sales starting in 2025.
Providence, RI – Trinity Repertory Company has unveiled an exciting lineup for its 2025-26 season, featuring a mixture of renowned directors and diverse productions. This season will serve as a “homecoming,” according to the company’s Artistic Director, Curt Columbus, as it welcomes back notable directors who have a longstanding relationship with the theater.
The season will kick off with a world premiere titled “Cold War Choir Practice,” written by Brown University graduate Ro Reddick. This dark comedic thriller will run from September 4 to October 5, 2025 and will explore themes involving a Black family and their experiences with cults, espionage, and family tensions. This production is set to set the tone for a season rich in exploration of complex themes.
Following the season’s opening, audiences can look forward to a beloved holiday tradition, “A Christmas Carol,” which is now in its 49th year at Trinity Rep. This classic will be co-directed by Richard and Sharon Jenkins and will run from November 6 to December 31, 2025. The play’s message of hope and redemption resonates deeply during the holiday season and continues to draw audiences year after year.
In February 2026, “The Winter’s Tale,” a Shakespearean tale of love, loss, and redemption, will take the stage under the direction of Ben Steinfeld. This celebrated work runs from February 2026 and promises to enchant viewers with its timeless story.
The lineup continues with “The Roommate,” a one-act comedy by Jen Silverman that will be directed by Curt Columbus. This production will run in rotating repertory with “The Winter’s Tale” from January 28 to March 22, 2026. This unique structure promises to offer audiences an opportunity to enjoy both the comedy and the classic drama.
In April 2026, Tatyana-Marie Carlo will direct “Primary Trust,” a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Eboni Booth. This poignant work will run from April 9 to May 10, 2026, addressing themes of trust and relationships that challenge societal norms.
As the season draws to a close, Amanda Dehnert will direct the Tony Award-winning rock musical “Next to Normal,” which centers on a suburban housewife’s struggle with bipolar disorder. This highly-regarded musical will run from May 28 to June 28, 2026, providing a thought-provoking commentary on mental health and family dynamics.
The entire 2025-26 season will take place in the downstairs Dowling Theater, as ongoing renovations are being made to the Chace Theater. Despite the construction, the company is committed to delivering high-quality performances that explore themes of connection, hope, and forgiveness.
Subscription packages for the upcoming season are currently available for renewing and recently lapsed subscribers. Public sales for subscription packages will begin on May 29, 2025. Additionally, tickets for “A Christmas Carol” will go on sale to the general public starting September 2, 2025. With an exciting mix of new and classic works, the Trinity Repertory Company’s upcoming season promises to offer a robust theatrical experience for all.
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- Boston Globe: Trinity Rep 2025-26 Theater Season
- Providence Journal: Trinity Repertory Company 2025-26 Schedule
- Playbill: Trinity Repertory Company 2025-26 Season
- Wikipedia: Trinity Repertory Company
- Independent RI: Trinity Rep 2025-26 Season Announcement
