The Stage Is Set!
Discover what's playing at Alpena Civic Theatre! From laugh-out-loud comedies to unforgettable dramas and family favorites, there's always another story waiting to come to life.
Coming To The Stage
You're A Good Man Charlie Brown
Happiness is great musical theatre! With charm, wit and heart, You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown explores life through the eyes of Charlie Brown and his friends in the Peanuts gang. This revue of songs and vignettes is based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip. Musical numbers include “My Blanket and Me,” “The Kite,” “The Baseball Game,” “Little Known Facts,” “Suppertime” and “Happiness.” guaranteed to please audiences of all ages!
Performance Dates:
October 22–25 & October 29,
November 1, 2026
Times:
7:30pm Thursday - Saturday
2:00pm Sunday
Directed by Jay Kettler; Book, Music, & Lyrics by Clark Gesner
Ticket Prices:
Adult: $20
Youth (18 and under): $10
Upcoming Productions
Guys On Ice
Directed by Julie Meyers; Book and Lyrics Fred Alley, Music by James Kaplan
The Quintessential Comedy of the North. From the land of ten thousand lakes to the frozen bays of the Great Lakes, Guys on Ice celebrates the secret language of the North: ice fishing. This beloved musical comedy invites audiences into a world where the beer is cold, the stove is warm, and the wisdom is as thick as the ice on the lake. Follow these lifelong pals as they spend a day in their ice shanty doing everything but catching fish.
Performance Dates:
January 7-10 & 14-17, 2027
The Diary of Anne Frank
Directed by Carol Rundell; Written by Frances Goodrich & Albert Hackett, adapted by Wendy Kessleman
In this powerful new adaptation, Anne Frank emerges from history a living, lyrical, intensely gifted young girl, who confronts her rapidly changing life and the increasing horror of her time with honesty, wit and determination. An impassioned drama about the lives of 8 people hiding from the Nazis in a concealed storage attic, The Diary of Anne Frank captures the claustrophobic realities of their daily existence.
Performance Dates:
March 11-14 & 18-21, 2027
The Cemetery Club
Directed by Pam Swope; Written by Ivan Menchell
This heartwarming romantic comedy is a bittersweet glimpse into the routine of three widows navigating life after the loss of their spouses. They share a monthly ritual of meeting for tea before visiting their late husbands' graves, where they gossip, bicker, and offer comfort to each other. When a new widower joins the group, the ladies’ bond is tested by budding romance, jealousy, and the journey to move forward. Sparks fly and sabotage nearly leads to heartbreak, forcing the three friends to confront the truths behind their grief, loneliness, and fear of change.
Performance Dates:
May 13-16 & 20-23, 2027
Your Seat Is Just a Phone Call Away!
Ready for a night at the theatre? Reserving your seats at Alpena Civic Theatre is easy! Our friendly box office team is here to help you plan your visit.
Box Office Hours
The Box Office opens two weeks before each production.
Monday – Thursday
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Evening Performances
3:00 PM – Curtain
Matinee Performances
12:00 PM – Curtain
Season Tickets
Season Tickets include:
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Priority seating
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One admission to each regular season show
Gift Certificates
Looking for a gift that's a little different? Alpena Civic Theatre gift certificates are available! Treat someone special to an unforgettable evening of laughter, entertainment, and memories that last long after the curtain closes.
Reserve Your Tickets
All ticket reservations are handled by phone. Simply give us a call, leave a message with your reservation request, and a member of our team will return your call.