Giving Tree Theater

10/14/2026

A Little Murder. A Few Martians. Just Another Month at GTT.

Apparently, we decided October needed a little extra excitement.

Dial M for Murder is now underway, bringing twists, turns, and plenty of suspense to our stage. And just when you think things might settle down, we're preparing for an alien invasion over Halloween weekend.

Beyond that, November brings more laughs and unexpected adventures, and before you know it, we'll be celebrating the holidays.

Different stories. Different experiences. And plenty of reasons to spend a little time together at Giving Tree Theater.

The Mystery Continues!
Dial M for Murder
Now Playing Through October 25

The plan was perfect.
Well, almost.
Dial M for Murder opened last weekend, and the suspense continues as we head into our second weekend of performances!
Tony Wendice has carefully planned the murder of his wife. But when things don't go according to plan, the lies begin to pile up, suspicions grow, and every new revelation changes the game.
Jeffrey Hatcher's adaptation of the classic Frederick Knott thriller delivers a deliciously tangled mystery that will keep you guessing right up to the end.
And the best part? You get to sit back in one of our comfy seats and watch it all unravel.
Remaining performances: October 16–18 and October 23–25.
Make your weekend worth it with a little mystery at GTT!

The Martians Are Coming!
War of the Worlds – The Panic Broadcast | October 30–November 1

Just when you thought the murder was enough...

We're being invaded.

Halloween weekend, Giving Tree Theater transforms into a 1938 radio studio as we bring the legendary War of the Worlds broadcast to life!

Our talented cast will recreate the famous radio drama that caused a sensation when Orson Welles originally broadcast it in 1938.
But here's what makes this production special: everything happens right in front of you.

Actors bring the characters to life at vintage-style microphones while Foley artists create the sound effects live onstage. Footsteps, explosions, approaching spaceships—all created through the magic of old-time radio.
It's theater that asks you to use your imagination, and that's where the real magic happens.

Only three performances!
Friday, October 30 – 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 31 – 2:00 PM
Sunday, November 1 – 2:00 PM

What better way to spend Halloween weekend than with an alien invasion?

GTT Tavern Returns!
Saturday, November 14

Ready for another adventure?

GTT Tavern returns November 14 with another unpredictable evening of comedy, fantasy, and audience participation!

Our adventurers return to face whatever challenges the dice—and their Dungeon Master—decide to throw their way.

No scripts. No guarantees. And absolutely no way of knowing what might happen next.

You don't need to know anything about Dungeons & Dragons to enjoy the fun. Just come ready to laugh and see where the adventure takes us.

GTT Tavern returns Saturday, November 14.

A Wonderful Holiday Tradition Returns
It's a Wonderful Life – A Live Radio Broadcast

We know, we know. It's only October.

But the holidays have a funny way of sneaking up on us!

This December, we're bringing one of the most beloved holiday stories of all time to the GTT stage with It's a Wonderful Life – A Live Radio Broadcast.

Step back into the golden age of radio as our actors bring George Bailey's unforgettable story to life, complete with live sound effects, vintage-style commercials, and a children's choir.

And with different casts appearing throughout the run, each performance will have its own special touches.

It's a story about family, friendship, community, and the difference one person can make.

Sounds like a pretty good fit for Giving Tree Theater, doesn't it?

Giving Back: Iowa Giving Crew
Our Fourth-Quarter Nonprofit Partner

At Giving Tree Theater, the stories we share onstage are only part of what we do.

Every quarter, we partner with a local nonprofit that's making a difference in our community.

This quarter, we're proud to support Iowa Giving Crew, an organization dedicated to helping individuals and families throughout Eastern Iowa.

When you leave a tip during your visit to GTT this quarter, you're helping support their work.

Great stories. Big hearts. A stronger community.

That's what Giving Tree Theater is all about.

Click here for an update from Giving Tree Theater!

10/12/2026

🎪 TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! 🎶

Who says Mondays have to be boring?

Vardo & Nazario Chickpeazio are rolling into Marion TONIGHT for a one-night-only stop at Giving Tree Theater!

Get ready for an unforgettable mix of world folk, steampunk, circus-inspired music, comedy, and a whole lot of musical madness!

They’re just passing through, and we’re thrilled they chose to make GTT part of their journey!

📅 TONIGHT — Monday, October 12
⏰ 7:00 PM

🎟️ There’s still time to join the fun! Grab your tickets at givingtreetheater.com.

Let’s show these traveling musicians how GTT does a Monday night!

Make Your Monday Worth It! 🎭

10/09/2026

Meet Inspector Hubbard

There’s the obvious explanation.

And then there’s Inspector Hubbard.

He listens. He watches. He notices the little things—the details that don’t quite fit and the answers that create more questions.

Someone thinks they’ve committed the perfect crime.

Hubbard may have something to say about that.
Meet Inspector Hubbard in Dial M for Murder, October 9–25 at Giving Tree Theater.

Inspector Hubbard — .kaufman

10/09/2026

🎪 WHO SAYS MONDAYS HAVE TO BE BORING? 🎶

They're traveling through Iowa, and we're lucky enough to be one of their stops!

This Monday, Vardo & Nazario Chickpeazio are bringing their one-of-a-kind musical adventure to Giving Tree Theater for ONE NIGHT ONLY!

Get ready for an evening of world folk, steampunk, circus-inspired music, comedy, and theatrical madness. Trust us, this isn't your typical Monday night!

📅 Monday, October 12
⏰ 7:00 PM

They're just passing through, so this is your only chance to catch them at GTT! Grab a few friends, get your tickets, and help us give these traveling musicians a warm welcome.

🎟️ Tickets at givingtreetheater.com

Make Your Monday Worth It!

10/08/2026

Meet Lesgate

An old acquaintance. An unexpected reunion. And an offer that’s difficult to refuse.
Lesgate enters Tony Wendice’s home thinking he knows why he’s there.

He doesn’t.

And before the evening is over, he’ll find himself caught in a plan where every second matters.

Meet Lesgate in Dial M for Murder.

📅 October 9–25

Lesgate —

10/08/2026

Meet Maxine Hadley

A mystery writer who suddenly finds herself in the middle of a very real mystery.
Maxine is clever, observant, and close to Margot—perhaps closer than Tony would like. When things begin to unravel, she isn’t afraid to ask questions.

After all, spotting the holes in a story is kind of her specialty.

Meet Maxine in Dial M for Murder, opening this weekend at GTT.

📅 October 9–25

Maxine Hadley — Belle Canney

10/07/2026

Meet Tony Wendice

Charming. Polished. Patient.

Tony is Margot’s husband and a former professional tennis player. He also believes that with enough preparation, every possibility can be anticipated.

Every detail accounted for.
Every move planned.
What could possibly go wrong?

Meet Tony in Dial M for Murder, opening this weekend at Giving Tree Theater.

📅 October 9–25

Tony Wendice —

10/07/2026

Meet Margot Wendice

Elegant, composed…and carrying a secret.

Margot has tried to put the past behind her and move forward with her husband, Tony. But in Dial M for Murder, the past has a way of finding its way back into the room.

And when the telephone rings one night, Margot’s life is about to change forever.
Meet Margot this weekend when Dial M for Murder opens at Giving Tree Theater.

📅 October 9–25

Margot Wendice — Kelsey Black

10/06/2026

🔑 The stage is set. The plan is in motion. Now all we need is an audience.

Dial M for Murder opens THIS WEEKEND at Giving Tree Theater!

Step into a world of secrets, deception, blackmail…and a murder plot that doesn’t go quite according to plan. This classic thriller is full of twists, tension, and plenty of reasons to question who you can trust.

And just look at that set 👀 It’s ready. Are you?

📅 October 9–25
🎭 Dial M for Murder
🎟️ Tickets are going fast for opening weekend!

Make Your Weekend Worth It at Giving Tree Theater.