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Off Center for the Dramatic Arts: a Vermont 501(c)3 arts org : let's make space for performing arts!

The mission of Off Center for the Dramatic Arts is to provide an affordable theater space which supports experimentation, education and engagement for artists, audiences and the community. During the COVID-19 crisis, we want to support and promote all Vermont performing artists and creators working digitally and remotely.

05/01/2026

Between The Willows presents White! This show runs from May 6th - 17th.
Rejected by the gallery of his dreams, a spurned gay white cis male artist hires, a local black actress to pose as the creator of his paintings. Together, they create the perfect candidate for the “New America“ exhibit: the charismatic, unapologetic Balkonaé Townsend.

04/19/2026

Tomorrow night @ 7:30pm! Monday, April 20th, Playmakers is back with a whole new batch of original works! This month’s fabulous line up includes: Chris Caswell, Dennis McSorley, Mickey Western, Molly Kirschner. FREE!

03/31/2026

Comedian Aaron Foster brings his raw, honest and darkly funny “Mostly Jokes” to the Off Center for one night only. Stand-up comedy about mental health, mid-life regrets and, obviously, Paul Rudd.
Wednesdays, April 8th @ 8pm! Tickets $20

03/16/2026

TONIGHT! Join us for the next installment of Playmakers at 7:30pm! This month’s fabulous line up includes new work from: Catherine Grace, James Manning, Geeda Searfoorce and Smoking Kills by Ben Aleshire directed by Kim Jordan.

Playmakers is a non-juried, original play reading series open to everyone in the hopes of generating excitement, support, and community for new work.!

03/13/2026

The Roman Empire was mighty … until it collapsed. Hint. Hint. A sketch comedy show that is “R”, for Roman… and adult content.
Runs this Saturday and Sunday!
Tickets at Seven Days!

03/11/2026

Tomorrow night get ready for the Worst Night of Your Life with featuring ! Thursday !
A FREE improv show followed by a jam!

02/23/2026

Up next at the Off Center - Hot Priest Sketch Show! Hot Priest Improv Sketch Show is a night of sharp, smart comedy from an all-woman team of hilarious performers. Usually performing as an improv team, Hot Priest is switching it up for this special show, bringing you hilarity of the pre-planned variety with sketches that are bold, playful, and thoughtfully absurd - ONE WEEKEND ONLY! Tickets on OC website and Seven Days Tix!

02/17/2026

What an incredible evening at the first Playmakers of the season! Thank you to everyone who came out to support these brilliant playwrights and the creation of new and original work in our community!

Next Playmakers will be on March 16th at 7pm! Go to the Off Center website to find out more about how to participate as a creator, an actor, a director and/or audience member!

02/09/2026

This Thursday, 2/12, be prepared for The Best Night Of Your Life with All The Worst People and Tobin Tales! A free night of improv comedy, followed by a jam at the end, open to all!

01/28/2026

We’re so happy to announce the incredible line up for our February Playmakers! This month will include new work from Ben Aleshire, Conor Casey, Joy Cohen and Nancy Sugarman!

Come out on February 16th at 7:30 for a beautiful night of original work!

01/22/2026

Playmakers is BACK! A monthly series featuring directed, and cold readings of new works by local playwrights. Playmaker is a space to share, test, and develop new plays while fostering collaboration and artistic experimentation within our theater community.
Each month, a new pair of theater artists will select a cold reading to develop into a directed piece for the following month – giving artists a chance to practice their craft and playwrights a fresh perspective on their work
Want to get involved or learn more? Email: [email protected]

01/12/2026

This Thursday at 7pm! All The Worst People and Tobin Tales present a night of improv comedy with special guest & !
Stick around after the show for an improv jam!
FREE

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