Norwalk and the surrounding area offer a wide variety of theatres and performing arts venues for every taste. From classic plays to cutting-edge performances, the region’s local stages host an array of talent. The Ridgefield Playhouse and Westport Country Playhouse are two notable spots, offering everything from Broadway shows to intimate concerts and comedy acts.
In addition to these, Norwalk’s own vibrant arts scene is also home to smaller venues and community theatres, where local productions and experimental performances are regularly staged. Whether you’re in the mood for a large production or a more intimate experience, Norwalk’s theatre scene delivers unforgettable performances.
Ridgefield Playhouse
The Ridgefield Playhouse is outstanding in the way it hosts world-famous music acts like Natalie Cole and stages kid-friendly productions like ‘Peter and the Wolf’, but it truly sets itself apart in staging beloved operas like Verdi’s ‘Don Carlo’ and Wagner’s ‘Ring’ cycle. Well worth the beautiful 30-minute drive from the Inn.
Westport Country Playhouse
The Westport Country Playhouse is the home of a state-of-the-art 578-seat theatre devoted to the year-round production of contemporary and classic plays, with the upcoming season featuring works by Tennessee Williams and William Shakespeare, among others. The recent multi-million dollar renovation of its iconic ‘red barn’ was a passion of the late Paul Newman.
