Welcome to our
2026 Season
2026 season intro text
—Jeffrey Mousseau & Paul Ricciardi, Directors
Saturday, May 30 & Sunday, May 31
at Ancram Center for the Arts
by Heather Christian & Taylor Mac
A new music work by MacArthur Fellows Taylor Mac and Heather Christian exploring radical empathy across the political divide. Ancram audiences are invited to a listening party featuring selections from the piece, followed by a conversation with the creators and a shared song — leaving the room a little less divided.
July 17-19 and July 22-26
at Ancram Center for the Arts
by Sarah Ruhl
Based on the book by Sarah Ruhl and Max Ritvo
A poetic, intimate play drawn from the real correspondence between playwright Sarah Ruhl and her former student Max Ritvo as he faces terminal illness, exploring friendship, language, and what poetry can hold.
August 7-9 and August 12-16
at various locations in Ancram
Written and performed by Todd Almond
A critically acclaimed musical journey transplanting The Odyssey into the modern world of dating, where the monsters are nosy neighbors and the path runs through self-deprecation, heartfelt longing, and offbeat humor. Accompanied by harp and bass, Almond's original songs trace a humorous and profound story about fear and love.
September 25–27, October 1–4, October 8–11
at Ancram Center for the Arts
by Caryl Churchill
A beguiling hour-long psychological thriller set in the near future, A Number centers on a father and his three sons — two of whom are clones of the first. With all three sons played by the same actor, the play probes questions of identity, nature versus nurture, and what makes us uniquely human — while offering a prescient glimpse at life in the age of AI.
September 25–27, October 1–4, October 8–11
at Ancram Center for the Arts
by Caryl Churchill
A beguiling hour-long psychological thriller set in the near future, A Number centers on a father and his three sons — two of whom are clones of the first. With all three sons played by the same actor, the play probes questions of identity, nature versus nurture, and what makes us uniquely human — while offering a prescient glimpse at life in the age of AI.
Sunday, November 8
at Ancram Center for the Arts
Book by Darrah Cloud
Music by Stephanie Salzman
Based upon the novel by Cara Hoffman
A new music theater piece based on Cara Hoffman's novel, following Iraq war veteran Lauren Clay home to Watertown, New York, where her PTSD drives her to protect her family from an enemy only she can see. A story about class, loyalty, and the wars that follow soldiers home.
Real People Real Stories: Fall Edition – November 21 at Ancram Center
Real People Real Stories: Summer Edition – June 27 & 28 at Ancram Center
2026 Summer Bash – Saturday, August 1 at the Farm at Pond Lily
WAYS TO SAVE THIS SEASON
Ancram All-Access Pass: See everything and save 20%! To order your season pass, click HERE.
Three-Show Theater Package: We're thrilled to present three theater productions this season. Order tickets to Where the Mountain Meets the Sea, Plein Air Plays 3.0 and Penelope and a 15% discount will applied during check-out!
Tiered ticket pricing: For single ticket purchases, our events are more accessible than ever with tiered pricing. When ordering, choose between community-supported, regular, and pay-it-forward rates.
Student discounts: Student discounts are available throughout the season! Valid student ID is required.
Ancram Center for the Arts’ 2025 season made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.