Raise the Curtain! CRT's 55th Anniversary Season Kick-Off Event!
Schedule
Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
24 Port Watson St, Cortland, NY 13045-3601, United States | Cortland, NY
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Join Cortland Rep as we RAISE THE CURTAIN and be part of the magic before the summer begins!Join us for an exciting new event hosted by our Board of Directors, and get an exclusive, behind-the-curtain look at the creative minds bringing our 55th Summer Season to life! Speak with CRT artists and hear firsthand how the magic is made!
Whether you’re a CRT lover, a curious supporter, or someone who simply enjoys a lively evening out, this event promises inspiration, conversation, and a deeper connection to the work YOU help make possible!
Special Guests Include:
Dr. Deena Conley
Chair of the Department of Theatre at SUNY Cortland
Director of "Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery"
Scott Holdredge
Scenic Designer, SUNY Cortland Theatre Department
Scenic Designer for "Oklahoma!"
Mark Reynolds
CRT Board President
Costume Designer, SUNY Cortland Theatre Department
Director of "Daddy Long Legs"
Eric Behnke
Former CRT Production Manager
Lighting Designer for "9 to 5: The Musical" and "Daddy Long Legs"
And CRT's new staff members
Andrea Dotto
CRT Assistant Producer
Choreographer for "Annie"
Andy Hughes
CRT Production & Facilities Manager
Lighting Designer and Sound Engineer
Hear how ideas become productions, discover the exciting work already underway, and enjoy insider stories you won’t hear anywhere else!
Make note: This is NOT a “sit and listen” event! It’s a lively, casual, stroll-as-you-go experience - visit with who you want, when you want, and discover something new at every stop!
Also! When you arrive, you can pick up a "Backstage Pass Checklist". When you visit with each of our theatrical artists, you'll receive a checkmark. Collect all the checkmarks, turn in your Backstage Pass, and you’ll be entered into a special prize drawing at the end of the evening!
Ever wondered what's in the back of the building? Here's your chance to see for yourself! Our Scenic Shop doors will be open for an exclusive look at the back half of CRT Downtown, the creative hub where the clever sets and props you see on stage are created from the ground up!
Come hungry! We'll have delicious delicacies from M&D Deli and decadent desserts from Sinfully Sweet Cafe.
Enjoy music provided by The John Spillett Duo
Don’t miss your chance to support CRT’s upcoming season with our "Spotlight Silent Auction" raffle baskets and our “Center Stage Prize Raffle" featuring beautiful jewelry valued at $3,000, generously donated by Robinson’s Jewelry.
We hope you’ll leave inspired, energized, and proud, knowing your participation directly supports the theatre you love and the artists who bring it to life!
Get your ticket today and help us raise the curtain on an unforgettable season! Call 800-427-6160, stop by our Box Office at 24 Port Watson St., M-F 9AM - 4PM, or visit our website at CortlandRep.org
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