“Contemporary Classics on the Coast”
8 classic tales brought to life across 8 stages of Northwest Indiana featuring 8 theatre groups.
All for $69. (Or half passes for $39)
Extraordinary value, exceptional quality, engaging entertainment. All proceeds distributed to participating theatres.
1 ticket + 8 performances (or 4 performances)
= an extraordinary experience!
Join us for the first time live and in person!
Originally planned to be an in-person live event in 2020, Covid prevented the launch of the event until 2021. Out of an abundance of caution, the 2021 Fest was presented virtually. We are so pleased to be able to bring the 2022 fest live and in person to the stages across Northwest Indiana. Thank you for joining us as we build back live in-person theatre stronger and better than before.
Classic musical, contemporary youth staging
MAY 6 @ 7:30 pm
MAY 7 @ 4:30 pm
MAY 7 @ 7:30 pm
Performances at:
Duneland Community Church
1552 Pioneer Trail
Chesterton, IN 46304
Contact [email protected] org for specific show reservations.
Classic Neil Simon comedy
MAY 7 @ 8:00 pm - Show
MAY 13 - Dinner Theatre
@6:30 pm - Dinner*
@8:00 pm - Show
MAY 15 - Dinner Theatre
@12:30 pm - Dinner*
@2:00 pm - Show
*additional $20 charge applies on-site
Performances at:
Great Oaks Banquets
13109 S Wicker Ave
St. John, IN 46303
Call or text 219-776-0888 for specific show and/or dinner add-on reservations.
Classic musical tale for the whole family
MAY 20 @ 7:00 pm
MAY 21 @ 2:00 pm
MAY 21 @ 7:00 pm
MAY 22 @ 2:00 pm
Performances at: Hammond Arts and Performance Academy
6915 Grand Ave
Hammond, IN 46323
Contact 219-501-8228 or [email protected] for specific show reservations.
Classic children's show with a contemporary twist
JUNE 3 @ 7:00 pm
JUNE 4 @ 7:00 pm
JUNE 5 @ 3:00 pm
Performances at:
Regional Performing Arts Company
2530 Portage Mall
Portage, IN 46368
Call 219-841-9545 for specific show reservations.
Classic movie brought to the stage
JUNE 4 @ 7:30 pm
JUNE 11 @ 7:30 pm
Performances at:
Beatniks on Conkey
420 Conkey St
Hammond, IN 46323
Call 219-852-0848 for specific show reservations.
Classic comedy, contemporary staging
JUNE 4 @ 8:00 pm
JUNE 16 @ 8:00 pm
Performances at:
4th Street Theater
125 4th Street
Chesterton, IN 46304
Call 219-926-7875 for specific show reservations.
Classic improv games, contemporary online platform
Join the performers in making suggestions for scenes all on the fly.
LOVE AND IMPROV
SELECT FRIDAYS @ 9 PM
THE GRID
SELECT SATURDAYS @ 7 PM
Contact [email protected] to schedule your VIP improv experience.
Classic Shakespeare, contemporary staging
Go behind the scenes and view a fight choreography rehearsal to see the show come to life. Return in August to take in a free performance.
Contact [email protected] to schedule your backstage experience.
Create a complete experience with our hotel and restaurant partners!
Hotels offering at least a 10% discount or special package:
FAIRFIELD INN, HAMMOND
SONGBIRD PRAIRIE BED AND BREAKFAST, VALPO
Restaurants offering at least a 10% discount or special menu item:
GELSOSOMO'S PIZZA AND REGION ON TAP, CROWN POINT
THIRD COAST SPICE CAFE, LEMON TREE GRILL, CHESTERTON
VALPO VELVET, VALPO
Stop by or check out these great community partners for special deals, rates, products, and promos. Restrictions may apply.
15% off purchase
Request special festival package
10% off purchase
$149/night valid May 20-22, June 3-5, June 10-12, 2022. Book by May 15. Valid at
Information subject to change without notice. Reservations must be made with each theatre to secure a seat to your preferred performances. All reservations are first come, first served, and are subject to availability.
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