UPCOMING PRODUCTIONS
Alice By Heart
August 7-9 | Ignite Theatre Company
What if the only way to survive reality was to fall down the rabbit hole?
From the Tony Award-winning creators of Spring Awakening comes Alice By Heart, a breathtaking musical that reimagines Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland against the backdrop of the London Blitz during World War II.
As bombs fall above the city, Alice and her best friend Alfred seek refuge in an underground tube station. When Alfred’s illness threatens to separate them forever, Alice escapes into the world of Wonderland, where familiar characters become reflections of the people around her. Through unforgettable music, striking visuals, and powerful storytelling, Alice must navigate first love, grief, fear, and the painful journey of growing up.
This imaginative and emotionally rich production explores how stories can help us face life’s hardest moments and reminds us that even in darkness, hope can still be found.
Recommended for ages 13 and up.
Content Advisory
Alice By Heart contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for younger audiences. This production includes:
- Themes of grief, loss, and death
- Serious illness
- World War II and wartime trauma
- Air raid sirens, simulated explosions, haze, and flashing lights
- References to first love, adolescence, and growing up
- Emotional themes surrounding fear, anxiety, and loss
While presented by young artists, this is not a children’s version of Alice in Wonderland. It is a deeply moving coming-of-age story that invites audiences to reflect on love, resilience, and the healing power of imagination.
Join Ignite Theatre Company for this unforgettable theatrical experience that is as visually stunning as it is emotionally profound.
The Big Bad Business of Murder
A World Premiere Comedy Mystery
August 20-23 | Ignite Theatre Company
Where fairy tales meet corporate America… and murder is just another business expense.
Welcome to Big Bad Industries, where the villains have unionized, the princes are under investigation, and every fairy tale you’ve ever loved is about to be turned upside down.
When a shocking murder rocks the company, a cast of familiar fairy tale characters quickly discover that everyone has a motive, everyone has a secret, and no one is getting out of the boardroom without answering a few difficult questions. Packed with rapid-fire comedy, clever twists, and larger-than-life characters, The Big Bad Business of Murder is a laugh-out-loud whodunit unlike anything you’ve seen before.
Written by local playwright Andy Landis, this exciting world premiere marks the first time audiences will experience this hilarious new mystery on stage.
Whether you’re a fan of classic detective stories, fairy tale mashups, or outrageous comedy, this production promises an evening full of surprises where you’ll be guessing until the very end.
Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Content Advisory
The Big Bad Business of Murder is a comedic murder mystery and includes:
- References to murder and criminal investigation
- Comic depictions of death
- Mild cartoon-style fantasy violence
- Occasional innuendo and workplace humor
- Moments of suspense and mystery
- Flashing lights, theatrical haze, and sound effects
This production is presented as a comedy, with no graphic violence or gore. The humor is fast-paced, family-friendly for older children, and inspired by the worlds of fairy tales and classic murder mysteries.
Come experience the very first production of The Big Bad Business of Murder and be among the first audiences to discover whodunit!
