Red House Arts Center, Inc.

08/26/2026

Get ready to rumble, Syracuse! 💥

Next Wednesday, September 2, Redhouse Arts Center is hosting the ultimate crossover event: Rumble at the Redhouse!

We are thrilled to welcome ECW and WWE legend Tommy Dreamer to the stage. That is not all, this night is getting an extra dose of star power as we film a nationally aired episode of Spatchcock Funk right here live!

🎵 National Anthem: Beautifully performed by Bryan Straub (fresh off his star turn in Jagged Little Pill right here at Redhouse).

🍻 Concessions: Enjoy amazing drinks by Meier's Creek Brewing Company.

You do not want to miss this unforgettable night of action, food, music, and entertainment. Grab your tickets now and be part of the national TV audience, all while also supporting Redhouse Arts Center!

🎟️ https://www.flexwrestling.live
📍 Redhouse Arts Center
📅 Wednesday, September 2

08/21/2026

🎭 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SEARCH IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🎭

Redhouse Arts Center is seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and collaborative leader to serve as our next Executive Director!

Since 2004, Redhouse has grown into a cornerstone for professional theater, transformative arts education, and radical community accessibility in Downtown Syracuse. As we prepare for our next chapter, we are looking for a visionary executive to guide our strategic vision, champion social change through the arts, and deepen our community impact.

The Ideal Leader:
✨ Proven senior management & financial stewardship experience
✨ A passionate advocate for the performing arts & community engagement
✨ Dynamic fundraiser & chief ambassador for our mission

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them below or share this post!

🔗 How to Apply: Visit our website for the full job description and submission details. Application materials and confidential inquiries can be directed to [email protected].

08/18/2026

Coming up in three weeks!

Get ready to RUMBLE! 🥊 Join Spatchcock Funk and Flex Wrestling for Rumble at the Redhouse, an action-packed night of wrestling and entertainment featuring ECW legend Tommy Dreamer!

📅 Wednesday, Sept. 2
📍 Red House Arts Center, Inc.
🎟️ Get your tickets: https://bit.ly/4wtBk5b

08/18/2026

Big congratulations to Stage Ready alum Calvin, who is taking the stage in The Covey Theater Company's 'Do I Hear a Waltz?' this Friday! 🎭✨

Calvin spent a week with Redhouse Education this past summer honing his audition skills, monologues, dance, and acting technique, and we couldn't be prouder to see that hard work pay off in the community. Break a leg, Calvin!

Looking ahead to Stage Ready 2027? If you have a teen ready to prep for future auditions, get top-tier headshots, and sharpen their skills, contact: Alex Gherardi | (315) 517-3041 | [email protected]

08/17/2026

Call for Artists: Community Art Showcase!

Celebrating Local Talent – One Piece at a Time

Please send your full name, artist statement, social media tags, and a photo of the piece to [email protected] by August 27th.

Redhouse invites artists of all backgrounds and mediums to submit work for our upcoming Community Art Showcase, a vibrant celebration of the creative voices that make up our region. This inclusive exhibition will feature one piece per artist, ensuring we spotlight as many unique creators as possible.

We welcome both 2D and 3D works across all mediums: painting, sculpture, photography, fiber, mixed media, ceramics, etc. Whether you're an emerging artist, a seasoned professional, or simply passionate about making art, we want to showcase your contribution as a part of BabelFest October 8-11.

Open to all local artists
-One piece per artist (to maximize participation)
-2D and 3D works accepted
-Work must be exhibition-ready
-No works can be considered after the aforementioned deadline

Submission Guidelines: Please send your full name, artist statement, social media tags, and a photo of the piece to [email protected] by August 27th for consideration.

08/14/2026

Fresh off the sold-out, wildly acclaimed smash hit Jagged Little Pill, director Temar Underwood is taking on one of the boldest, funniest, and most irreverent musicals in theatre history: Urinetown: The Musical! 🚽💥

If you saw what Temar did with Jagged, you know the energy, precision, and raw talent he brings to the stage. This is going to be one of the biggest events of the season, and seats will fill fast.

🗓 Opening June 11, 2027

🎟 Tickets & Season Passes: https://theredhouse.org/

Thank you to our 2026/27 Season Sponsors:
Beginnings Credit Union
Bousquet Holstein PLLC
CXtec
The Hayner Hoyt Corporation
Community Bank, N.A. OneGroup Insurance
Tompkins Bank & Trust

Thank you for our show sponsors:
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services

We are especially grateful for the support from New York State Council on the Arts and Cny Arts

08/13/2026

We are thrilled to announce that the incredible Mayde Anastasio will be taking center stage as Annie in the upcoming December production of ANNIE! ☀️❤️

If you caught Mayde’s breathtaking performance of "Ring of Keys" as Small Alison in Fun Home, you already know the sheer talent, heart, and power she brings to the Redhouse stage. We can’t wait for you to see her light up the theater all over again this holiday season! 🎤🎶

Get ready to bet your bottom dollar, this show is going to be unforgettable.

Thank you to our 2026/27 Season Sponsors:
Beginnings Credit Union
Bousquet Holstein PLLC
CXtec
The Hayner Hoyt Corporation
Community Bank, N.A. OneGroup Insurance
Tompkins Bank & Trust

Thank you for our show sponsors of Annie!
Kinney Drugs
ViewTech
CenterBridge Planning Group
Mackenzie Hughes
Sterling Casualty Company, LLC

We are especially grateful for the support from New York State Council on the Arts and Cny Arts

08/12/2026

Be the audience that gets to say, "I saw it before everyone else."

Returning for a high-energy Year 2, Babel Fest is officially back at Redhouse. 4 days of fearless theatre centering the boldest new voices in the room.

And the secret is finally out. Meet the official 2026 lineup making its debut:

Staged Readings:
The United States of Us
book and lyrics by Alan Gordon, music by Joy Son
Thursday, October 8 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, October 10 at 2:00 PM

Harry, Bess, and Alonzo, An Imagined History
by Fred Grandy
Friday, October 8 at 8:00 PM
Saturday, October 10 at 6:00 PM
Sunday, October 11 at 2:00 PM

So What If You Love Me?
by Blondean Young
Friday, October 9 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, October 10 at 2:00 PM

Short Play Festival:
Someone Enters by Binaifer Dabu
Spring Again by Jacob Lutsky
No Honor Among Squirrels by Len Fonte
Sing It Again by Gemma Cooper-Novack

Saturday, October 10 at 7:00 PM
Sunday, October 11 at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM

And a "Developing Your Process" seminar with Temar Underwood
Friday, October 9 at 4:00 PM

Tickets go on sale next week. Anyone who has a presale ticket will be emailed soon!

This project was made possible with funds from the County of Onondaga through the Small Festivals Fund program administered by Cny Arts

Thank you to our funders and supporters of BabelFest
Five Iron Golf Syracuse
Syracuse Sounds of Music Association
The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation

Thank you to our 2026/27 Season Sponsors:
Beginnings Credit Union
Bousquet Holstein PLLC
CXtec
The Hayner Hoyt Corporation
Community Bank, N.A. OneGroup Insurance
Tompkins Bank & Trust

We are especially grateful for the support from New York State Council on the Arts and CNY Arts

08/08/2026

Bravo to the cast of Hadestown: TeenEdition! 🎭🎉

Putting together a full production in just two weeks takes tremendous focus, passion, and teamwork, and these talented actors exceeded every expectation!

Thank you to all the families, friends, and community members who packed the audience to support these young artists. Your support means the world to them (and to us)! ✨

08/08/2026

Call for Artists: Community Art Showcase!

Celebrating Local Talent – One Piece at a Time

Redhouse invites artists of all backgrounds and mediums to submit work for our upcoming Community Art Showcase, a vibrant celebration of the creative voices that make up our region. This inclusive exhibition will feature one piece per artist, ensuring we spotlight as many unique creators as possible.

We welcome both 2D and 3D works across all mediums: painting, sculpture, photography, fiber, mixed media, ceramics, etc. Whether you're an emerging artist, a seasoned professional, or simply passionate about making art, we want to showcase your contribution as a part of BabelFest October 8-11.

Open to all local artists
-One piece per artist (to maximize participation)
-2D and 3D works accepted
-Work must be exhibition-ready
-No works can be considered after the aforementioned deadline

Submission Guidelines: Please send your full name, artist statement, social media tags, and a photo of the piece to [email protected] by August 27th. For consideration.