Greater Harford Academy of the Arts Half-Day Program productions perform at the Theater of the Performing Arts, located immediately adjacent to our high school building. To purchase tickets for any of our shows or for general information, visit the Theater Box Office online.
For assistance, feel free to email us at
[email protected]
or call 860-757-6388.
From Page to Stage
Main Stage Theater
February 5, 2026
6:30 PM
Tickets: $5 and Donation
Join us for a night of musical theater cabaret as the pages of great novels come to life on the stage! MT Cabaret is a benefit event that is entirely student produced and directed by the Musical Theater senior class and is open to all departments and all grade levels to come together for the joy of singing. This year’s theme celebrates literature adapted into musicals - From Page To Stage!
Tickets start at a suggested donation of $5/child (12 and under) and $10/adult - feel free to name your price, as every dollar raised supports opportunities for students in the musical theater department including field trips, master classes, and more. We look forward to seeing you there!
Need more information, just contact the box office at 860-757-6388 or at [email protected]
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Student Directed Plays
Black Box Theater
March 6, 2026
6:30 PM
Free Admission
Music Intermezzo
Main Stage Theater
March 11, 2026
6:30 PM
Admission
The Music Department Intermezzo is a chance to see what our Music students have been working on in the classroom. This will feature performances from all department students.
Tickets are free but we appreciate you reserving them.
If you have any questions, Contact the Music Dept Head, Kristin Butler at860-757-6388.
Musical Theater Intermezzo
Main Stage Theater
March 18, 2026
6:30 PM
Admission
The Musical Theater Department Intermezzo is a chance for friends and family to see what students have been working on in classes, and for each class to perform.
Tickets are free, but we recommend reserving one.
If you have any questions reach out to the Department Head Stacie Beard at 869-757-6355.
Reservation
Dance Intermezzo
Main Stage Theater
March 26, 2026
6:30 PM
Free Admission
The Dance Department Intermezzo is a chance for friends and family to see what students have been working on in class.
Tickets are free, but please reserve yours.
If you need assistance, please contact Tracy Lombardo, the Dance Dept. Head at 860-757-6338.
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Matilda
Main Stage Theater
May 1, 8, and 9
7:30 PM
Matinee: May 2
2:00 PM
Tickets $20, $10 Seniors over 62, $5 Students
Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination, and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.
Performances are Friday, May 1, Friday May 8, and Saturday May 9 at 7:30 PM. We have added a matinee on Saturday May 2 at 2:00 PM.
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Spring Art Exhibition
Theater Gallery
May 1, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Free Admission
This gallery features work from our second semester.
Design and Production Showcase
Main Stage Theater
May 6, 2026
5:30 PM
Free Admission
Join us for a showcase of student work that brings our productions and classes to life. Families, friends, and community members are invited to explore an exhibit highlighting the creativity of our Design and Theater Production students.
The showcase is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be available.
While admission is free, we kindly ask that you reserve a ticket in advance.
The lobby will be open from 5:30–6:30 PM, followed by the Theater Department Intermezzo at 6:30 PM.
Reservation
Music Department Spring Concert
Recital Hall
May 7, 2026
6:30 PM
Free Admission
Spring Chamber Concert is a concert features work from all of our Music Department students.
If you have any questions, please contact the box office at 860-757-6388 or email us at [email protected].
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Theater Intermezzo
Black Box Theater
May 6, 2026
6:30 PM
Free Admission
Come see the Theater Department Intermezzo, a showcase that highlights the skills that make a young actor. The show will feature acting techniques, scene work, monologues, and original pieces created by students.
Students take on the role of director and the challenge of presenting short theater pieces for an audience.
Musical Theater Senior Showcase
Main Stage Theater
May 18, 2026
6:30 PM
Free Admission
Watch this celebration of our musical theater students' time at The Academy. This special show is a culmination of their journey, featuring a moving tribute of songs that have defined their time here.
Dance Senior Showcase 2026
Black Box Theater
May 21, 2026 6:30 PM
Free Admission
Graduating dancers present choreographed pieces that celebrate their time and artistic journey at the Academy.
Visual Senior Thesis
Theater Gallery
June 11, 2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Free Admission
This gallery closes up the season with works from our graduating artists.
Six Plays in Six Days
Directed by Mike Nowicki and Brian Jennings
Main Stage Theater
September 20, 2025
7:30 PM
Tickets: $10, $5 Students
Take a group of young artists, separate them into six ensembles, give them roles of actor, stage manager, writer, and director. Give them six days make them write six plays. Come and watch the results.
Fall Exhibition
Theater Gallery
October 8, 2025
6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Admission: Free
Art work from all Visual Arts majors and faculty will be showcased during Curriculum Night.
Choreographers' Showcase
Directed by Tracy Lombardo and Hilary Clark
Main Stage Theater
October 25, 2025
7:30 PM
Tickets: $20, $10 Seniors over 62, $5 Students
Choreographers' Showcase features choreography from Pilobolus, Katharine Pyle, Justice Dance Performance Project, John Heginbotham, Hartford Dance Collective, and alum Brooke Gleason ’25.
Open Studio Hartford
Theater Gallery
November 15, 2025
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Free Admission
Open Studio Hartford at the Learning Corridor Campus
FREE to participate and attend this community event for current students, faculty, alumni and guest artists to exhibit and sell original works of art.
Academy Pops!
Directed by Calvin Linderman
Main Stage Theater
November 21, 22
7:30 PM
Tickets $20, $10 Seniors over 62, $5 Students
Academy Pops 2025 is getting a 2nd performance date this year, and now you have 2 chances to see this rock, pop, and hip-hop concert featuring students from across the Academy departments.
Any questions? Write the box office at [email protected] or call us at 860-757-6388.
Little Women
Directed by Kristen Palmer
Black Box Theater
December 12
7:30 PM
December 13
2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Tickets $20, $10 Seniors over 62, $5 Students
Little Women, adapted by Kate Hamill is based on the book by Luisa May Alcott.
Jo March isn’t your typical Victorian lady. She’s indecorous and headstrong, and one day she’s going to be a great American novelist. As she and her sisters grow up in the middle of the Civil War, they strive to be brave, intelligent, and imaginative young women. But as adulthood approaches, each sister must negotiate her private ambitions with society’s expectations.
Should you need more information, contact us at [email protected] or at 860-757-6388.
Music Department's Winter Concert
Recital Hall
December 18
6:30 PM
Free Admission
Music Department's Winter Concert is an event which features music by our students, highlights work from our vocal and instrumental departments, and showcases work from across musical genres.
Seating is limited, so please reserve your tickets.
Contact the Box Office at 860-757-6388 or at [email protected] if you have any questions or have accessibility needs.
Make Art, Change the World
Main Stage Theater
January 17, 2026
3:00 PM
Join us on Saturday, January 17 at 3 pm for a fundraiser celebrating student work from each of our departments: Dance, Design and Theater Production, Music, Musical Theater, Theater, and Visual Arts.
The money raised from this event will go to student scholarships, programs, and experiences.
Tickets are pay-what-you-can starting at $5.
Doors to the lobby open at 2:00 pm for our Visual Arts Exhibit and Design and Theater Production Showcase and performances begin at 3 pm.
This will be in the Main Stage Theater located at 359 Washington St. in Hartford.