Delaware Theatre Company Announces 2018-2019 Season

DTC 2018-2019 Season

DTC’s 40th Anniversary Season has been announced and there’s something for everyone – check out their exciting 2018-2019 lineup (subscriptions now available)…

World Premiere!

SANCTIONS

by Bruce Graham

directed by Bud Martin

September 12–30, 2018

When a university athletic department returns to the big business of college football after its NCAA probation is lifted, staff conflict and a new scandal involving a freshman tutor threaten to blow up the whole program. From the playwright of White Guy on the Bus and The Outgoing Tide comes this incendiary and timely new drama inspired by true events.  ​

FULLY COMMITTED

by Becky Mode

directed by Kathryn Macmillan

October 17–November 4, 2018

This devastatingly funny show follows a day in the life of Sam Peliczowski, an out-of-work actor who mans the red-hot reservation line at Manhattan’s number-one restaurant. Coercion, threats, bribes, histrionics—a cast of desperate callers will stop at nothing in their zeal to land a prime reservation, or the right table. Amid the barrage, Sam’s got his own needs to contend with. While juggling scheming socialites, name-dropping wannabes, fickle celebrities and egomaniacal bosses, can he manage to look out for himself? ​

Regional Premiere!

A SIGN OF THE TIMES, A New 60s Musical

book by Bruce Vilanch

directed by Gabriel Barre

story created by Richard J.  Robin

November 28–December 23, 2018

The Year is 1965. The pulse of a changing era lures Cindy from Middle America to the swirl of New York. Set against the backdrop of women’s liberation, the civil rights movement, and the Vietnam War, she pursues her passion of making a difference in the world. Unexpected friends, lovers, careers, and conflicts—­and how the events of the day affect their relationships—are told through classic music from that era. Featuring the songs of Petula Clark and other hit-makers of the day, including “Downtown,” “If I Can Dream,” “The Boy from New York City,” and “You Don’t Own Me,” they’re all “A Sign of the Times!”

A Reimagined Classic!

SAINT JOAN

by George Bernard Shaw

adaptation by Chelsea Marcantel

directed by Bud Martin

February 6–24, 2019

A French country girl finds herself on trial for her life after the nation’s rulers become threatened by her influence and popularity. With mysterious visions of saints inspiring her to help recover France from English domination, she paves the way for victory. Starring Clare O’Malley from Hetty Feather and Something Wicked This Way Comes, this epic, transcendent story brings renewed life to one of history’s greatest heroines as she pushes the boundaries of a society dominated by political and religious forces. 

Fun for the entire family!

HONK!

book and lyrics by Anthony Drewe 

music by George Stiles

directed by Bud Martin

April 17–May 12, 2019​

This delightful and award-winning adaptation of one of the world’s most beloved fables, “The Ugly Duckling,” is a heartwarming celebration of what makes us special. Since it first hatched in 1993, Honk! has winged its way around the world in over 8,000 productions and many different languages. Winner of multiple awards, including the 2000 Olivier Award for Best Musical, this tale of learning to embrace being different is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its sparkling wit and memorable score.