The Stagecrafters Theater

The Stagecrafters Theater The Stagecrafters Theater, a non-profit, semi-professional theater, has been creating theatrical pro The theater was incorporated in 1932.

History of the Stagecrafters Theater

The Stagecrafters was founded to “promote the advancement of knowledge and appreciation of drama in all its forms, and to encourage the writing and production of drama of a high literary and artistic standard by its members.”

Motivated by a mutual love of drama, some twenty friends who had been acting together since 1926 under the sponsorship of the Germantow

n Women's Club, organized as The Stagecrafters in 1929. A small house and a smithy of Revolutionary vintage were rented on the present site and used as a workshop and a clubhouse. Only a pot-bellied stove heated the workshop, where one-act plays were presented to an audience of about thirty. The actors appeared from the kitchen or stairway. That building now houses our lobby, a small kitchen area, and newly-renovated restrooms on the first floor, and our lighting and sound equipment on the second floor. Full length plays were still given at the Germantown Women's Club until the former smithy in front of the house (which served as a work shop) was enlarged to include a small stage and seating for one hundred. In 1936, the two buildings were altered and connected to form our present theater, nearly doubling the audience capacity. The stage and lobby entrances were enclosed later. In 1950 we were able to purchase both the theater and the lovely historic house on Germantown Avenue which contains an office, a meeting room, a rehearsal room and a kitchen for cast and crew dinners. In the early sixties, we acquired the adjoining property, which allowed us to add required fire-exit doors on the south side of the theater. In the summer of 2002, through a generous bequest from the Estate of Dwight V. Dowley, we were able to expand the lobby/cloakroom area and renovate the theater bathrooms to allow handicapped accessibility. This represents the configuration of our premises as it exists today.

Next Friday June 12th, we present The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time at The Stagecrafters in Chestnut Hil...
06/05/2026

Next Friday June 12th, we present The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time at The Stagecrafters in Chestnut Hill; running until June 28th.

This award-winning drama premiered at London’s Royal National Theatre in 2012; winning the Olivier Award in 2013 for Best New Play and five Tony Awards in 2015 including Best Play and Best Actor.

In a snapshot: Christopher Boone is a mathematically talented teen who knows every prime number up to 7,057, detests the color yellow, and prefers the company of animals over humans. His mind allows him to see the world in a way that is detailed, logical, and deeply (sometimes uncomfortably) honest.

When Christopher (L Bryce Welborn) discovers that his neighbor’s dog Wellington has been killed, he decides that he must be the detective who solves the murder. This decision leads to discoveries that turn his world upside down, drawing him beyond the boundaries of his carefully ordered life and into an unfamiliar, overwhelming world. At its heart, this powerful play is a celebration of courage, curiosity, and what it means to navigate a world that isn’t always designed with everyone in mind.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, adapted for stage by Simon Stephens from Mark Haddon’s popular novel, is our last show before we gear up for our 2026-2027 season.

Single Tickets: $26 online with more specials on our website.
https://thestagecrafters.org/production/the-curious-incident-of-the-dog-in-the-night-time/

Learn more about The Curious Incident of the Dog in The Night-time, meet the cast, and buy tickets now!Opens weekend of ...
06/04/2026

Learn more about The Curious Incident of the Dog in The Night-time, meet the cast, and buy tickets now!
Opens weekend of June 12th and runs through June 28th with evening and Sunday matinee performances.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time adapted by Simon Stephens from the book by Mark Haddon Award Winning Drama Up Next at The Stagecrafters Christopher is a mathematically talented teen who knows every prime number up to 7,057, detests the color yellow, and prefers the company of ani...

✨MEET THE CAST✨“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time”Adapted by Simon Stephens from the book by Mark Haddon...
06/03/2026

✨MEET THE CAST✨
“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time”
Adapted by Simon Stephens from the book by Mark Haddon
Directed by Bridget Dougherty

Meet the cast
(Top L to R, bottom row L to R)
L BRYCE WELBORN (Christopher)
LULU JAMES (Siobhan)
BRIAN SCOTT CAMPBELL (Ed)
JORDAN NEFF (Voice One/Mrs. Shears/others)
GREG KWOKA (Voice Two/Roger Shears)
BRITT FAUZER (Judy)
A.J. KRIER (Voice Three/Policeman/others)
NINA VITEK (Voice Four/Rev. Peters/others)
KELCI SCHLIERF (Voice Five/No.40/ others)
STACY SKINNER (Voice Six/Mrs. Alexander/ others)

Tickets on Sale https://thestagecrafters.org/up-next-in-june-2026/


05/30/2026

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For the love of theater and the live arts... Come out to see The Curious Incident of The Dog in The Night-time. Opening June 12th at The

Step into a world where every detail matters… 🔍✨The Stagecrafters Theater proudly presents The Curious Incident of the D...
05/15/2026

Step into a world where every detail matters… 🔍✨

The Stagecrafters Theater proudly presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time — a visually stunning, emotionally powerful journey through the mind of an extraordinary young man.

When 15-year-old Christopher sets out to solve the mystery of a neighbor’s dead dog, he uncovers far more than he ever expected. What follows is a breathtaking adventure filled with heart, humor, and unexpected truths.

🎭 A Tony Award-winning play
💡 Innovative staging & immersive storytelling
❤️ A story that will stay with you long after the curtain falls

Don’t miss this unforgettable production.

🎟️ Get your tickets now and experience the mystery.

June 12 - June 28 2026
Adapted by Simon Stephens from the book by Mark Haddon
Directed by Bridget Dougherty

05/14/2026

Jun 12 - Jun 28
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
by Simon Stephens
directed by Bridget Dougherty

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8130 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19118

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+12152478881

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