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Here in America

December 4 - 21, 2025 Murphey School Auditorium

The US premiere of a play about two giants of the American Theatre, Arthur Miller and Elia Kazan, the legendary Marilyn Monroe and Kazan’s wife, and an act of betrayal during a fevered mid-century moment. This brilliant 75 minute play premiered at England’s Orange Tree Theatre in November 2024.

Announcements:

My Name is Rachel Corrie

November 19th: 13 readers from Voices for Justice in Palestine will present a staged reading of this moving one-woman show.

Here in America

As the McCarthy era heats up, two old friends, playwright Arthur Miller and director Elia Kazan meet again. One brings a proposal … and the other, a confession.

Play Reading: Reunion

Reunion is a deeply moving exploration of the complexities of family relationships, the impact of mental illness, the human desire for connection and understanding, and the possibility of redemption.

Red Pitch

The southeast premiere of a red-hot play about fútbol, friendship, and coming of age in a constantly shifting world. This critically acclaimed play originated at London’s Bush Theatre before transferring to the West End in April 2024.

KidsWrite 2026

Every spring, Burning Coal Theatre receives play submissions from local 6th-12th graders that are then professionally produced for the public. Submit Now!

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Programing Guide for Our Calendar:

(ON) – Opening Night

(C) – College Night

(CP) – Captioned Performance

($) – Pay What You Can

(P) – Preview Night

(OF) – Off-Site

(/) – Sold Out

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