Strand Theater Brookfield

09/20/2026

THIS IS IT — FINAL CURTAIN CALL TODAY AT 3:00 PM!

​Two weekends, four hilarious hotel room stories, and one fantastic cast!

Today is your ABSOLUTE LAST CHANCE to catch The Glaser Players in Neil Simon’s California Suite at St. Paul’s Parish Hall.

​Skip the rainy afternoon, grab a seat, and enjoy a final afternoon of big laughs, treats at concessions, and live community theater!

​TODAY (Sun, Sept 20) @ 3:00 PM

Location: St. Paul's Parish Hall (60 Akenside Rd, Riverside, IL)

Tickets: $20 General Admission (Available at the door or online)

​Come help us close out the run with a bang! Grab your tickets online now or pay at the door: strandbrookfield.com

09/19/2026

Rainy, dreary Saturday outside? It’s warm and cozy inside Room 203!

​Don't let the weather ruin your weekend plans. Ditch the rain, grab an umbrella, and head over to St. Paul’s Parish Hall tonight for the PENULTIMATE PERFORMANCE of Neil Simon’s California Suite!

​We’ve got dry seats waiting, yummy treats at concessions, and two hours of a classic dramedy to brighten up a grey day.

​TONIGHT (Sat, Sept 19) @ 7:30 pm (and Sunday, September 20 at 3:00 pm)

Location: St. Paul's Parish Hall (60 Akenside Rd, Riverside, IL)

Tickets: $20 General Admission (Available at the door or online)

​Skip the couch and join us for a great night out right in the neighborhood: strandbrookfield.com

09/18/2026

Vacation with friends: What could possibly go wrong?

​Scene Spotlight: Two couples from Chicago hit the tennis court together in Beverly Hills... and things descend into absolute anarchy!

​ONLY THREE SHOWS REMAINING! Help us finish our run strong and support Glaser Players.

​Fri, Sept 18 & Sat, Sept 19 @ 7:30 PM | Sun, Sept 20 @ 3:00 PM

St. Paul's Parish Hall (60 Akenside Rd, Riverside)

Chicago Mix Popcorn & other treats at Concessions!

Get your tickets before the curtain closes: strandbrookfield.com

09/17/2026

Glamour, dry British wit, and Academy Award drama

​Scene Spotlight: London actress Diana and her husband Sidney return to Room 203 after the Oscars. The red carpet outfit is stunning, but the conversation gets delightfully sharp!

​FINAL WEEKEND OPENS TOMORROW!

Grab a friend, swing by for our London Shortbread at concessions, and enjoy a night of world-class comedy.

​FRIDAY at 7:30 PM (Also Sat 7:30 PM & Sun 3:00 PM)
St. Paul’s- 60 Akenside Rd, Riverside, IL

Tickets & Info: strandbrookfield.com

09/16/2026

When a quick getaway turns into pure chaos...

​Scene Spotlight: Marvin just wanted a quiet weekend in Beverly Hills before his wife Millie arrived. Instead, he’s scrambling to hide a major surprise in Room 203!

​Catch the high-stakes physical comedy that had our opening weekend audiences roaring with laughter!

​3 SHOWS LEFT: Fri 9/18 (7:30 PM), Sat 9/19 (7:30 PM), Sun 9/20 (3:00 PM)
St. Paul's Parish Hall, Riverside

Reserve your $20 seats today at strandbrookfield.com!

09/15/2026

Fast talk, sharp wit, and classic New York banter.

​Scene Spotlight: In Act 1, Scene 1 of California Suite, exes Hannah and Bill go toe-to-toe in Room 203 over their daughter’s future—and neither is backing down without getting the last word!

​Don't miss this brilliant dynamic onstage for our FINAL WEEKEND at St. Paul's Parish Hall!
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Sept 18 & 19 @ 7:30 PM | Sept 20 @ 3:00 PM
St Paul's - 60 Akenside Rd, Riverside, IL

$20 Tickets: strandbrookfield.com

09/15/2026

Opening weekend of California Suite was a huge success!

A huge thank you to everyone who came to St. Paul’s Parish Hall this past weekend to laugh, cheer, and support local theater!

Our phenomenal cast and crew poured their hearts into Room 203 & 204, and the energy in the room was incredible.

​Didn't catch the show yet? You still have ONE MORE WEEKEND!
​Don't miss four hilarious stories, one iconic Beverly Hills hotel room, and a night of classic Neil Simon comedy right here in our community.

​FINAL PERFORMANCES:
​Friday, Sept 18 @ 7:30 PM
​Saturday, Sept 19 @ 7:30 PM
​Sunday, Sept 20 @ 3:00 PM
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LOCATION: St. Paul’s Parish Hall (60 Akenside Rd, Riverside, IL)

TICKETS: $20 General Admission
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​Seating in our pop-up venue is limited, and tickets for our final weekend are moving fast. Grab yours today and help us bring a permanent home for the arts to our neighborhood!

Get tickets now: strandbrookfield.com

09/13/2026

Four more chances to see this excellent production! We are very proud of this cast! Performance today at 3. Next weekend too! Come and see what happens in suites 203 & 204!

Discover captivating theater performances at the Strand Theater Brookfield. Join us for unforgettable live performances and theater events.

09/05/2026

What's going on theater lovers! There are still plenty of tickets available for our upcoming production of Neil Simon's California Suite! The performances are September 11, 12, 18 and 19 at 7:30 pm and September 13 and 30 at 3:00 pm at St Paul's Parish in Riverside. There are only 100 tickets available for each performance so don't wait! For more information and to buy tickets, please visit our website at

Discover captivating theater performances at the Strand Theater Brookfield. Join us for unforgettable live performances and theater events.

08/16/2026

Many of you have the awesome "Brookfield is for Everyone" signs and we couldn't agree more! When the inventory of those signs was gone, the Strand said we would take up responsibility a new supply. However, several of you approached us about perhaps offering some signs with different sentiments as well. We heard you and we are now offering FIVE different signs. Tell everyone how you feel about Brookfield and support live performing arts in town. Each sign is only $15 with the proceeds going to our efforts to open a new theater in Brookfield. We even offer free local delivery! You can purchase your sign here:

Show your love of Brookfield and support the Strand Theater right from your front yard 🎭Purchase a yard sign to celebrate live performing arts and help us…