• A Christmas Carol Solo Performance

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    A solo performance of the holiday classic returns by popular demand on Sunday, Dec. 21, at 2 p.m. Neil McGarry delivers a witty and heartfelt take on Dickens’ beloved tale, […]

  • NBFT Holiday Show: My Favorite Things

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    New Bedford Festival Theatre will present its annual holiday program, "My Favorite Things," on Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. at Steeple Playhouse. NBFT alum Alex Cruz of Moulin Rouge is featured. Additional performers include Olivia Marques, Peter Henry Dasilva, and Molly Dupre. Tickets are $25, available through the company’s website.

  • Seussical The Musical

    Seussical The Musical

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    “Seussical” brings Dr. Seuss’ beloved characters to life in a colorful, musical adventure. Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie, and Jojo lead the story from the Jungle of Nool to the world of the Whos. The show runs about 90 minutes with a 15-minute intermission. Tickets are available for $15-$30. Doors open 30 minutes before […]

  • Seussical The Musical

    Seussical The Musical

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    "Seussical" brings Dr. Seuss’ beloved characters to life in a colorful, musical adventure. Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie, and Jojo lead the story from the Jungle of Nool to the world of the Whos. The show runs about 90 minutes with a 15-minute intermission. Tickets are available for $15-$30. […]

  • Arts Illuminated live showcase: ‘The Macabre’

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    🔆 The New Bedford Light is beckoning art enthusiasts, artists and potential art buyers to attend our next Arts Illuminated showcase, as we explore “The Macabre” on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 6:30 p.m. at the Steeple Playhouse in New Bedford. 😱 With Halloween hovering, it’s time to venture into the dark side of art 🌒.  […]

  • The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Steeple Playhouse

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    New Bedford Festival Theatre opens spooky season with a one-night screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Steeple Playhouse. The screening will be hosted by local drag icon and NBFT alum Ultima. She is known for her bold style, sharp humor, and standout performances across the […]

  • The Odd Couple (Female Version)

    The Odd Couple (Female Version)

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Your Theatre, Inc. opens its 79th season with Neil Simon’s "The Odd Couple (Female Version)," directed by Lawrence R. Houbre, Jr. The comedy runs Sept. 12–21 at The Steeple Playhouse in downtown New Bedford. Simon’s revision of his classic play follows Olive Madison and Florence Unger, two mismatched roommates whose clashing personalities turn everyday life […]

  • The Odd Couple (Female Version)

    The Odd Couple (Female Version)

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Your Theatre, Inc. opens its 79th season with Neil Simon’s "The Odd Couple (Female Version)," directed by Lawrence R. Houbre, Jr. The comedy runs Sept. 12–21 at The Steeple Playhouse in downtown New Bedford. Simon’s revision of his classic play follows Olive Madison and Florence Unger, two mismatched roommates whose clashing personalities turn everyday life […]

  • Acoustic Jazz Series: Wood Street

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Wood Street Jazz Band will perform on Sunday, Aug. 24 from 4 to 6 p.m. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. The Rhode Island quintet plays jazz standards, bop, and […]

  • Putnam County Spelling Bee at Steeple Playhouse

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    New Bedford Festival Theatre will present the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" for eight performances at the Steeple Playhouse. The comedy follows a group of eccentric middle schoolers and adults navigating a fictional spelling bee with humor and heart. The production stars South Coast native Erin Ban as Rona Lisa […]

  • The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

    The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    It's just not summer without a New Bedford Festival Theatre musical. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a Tony award-winning musical about a fictional spelling bee full of laughs,  singing and dancing, and audience participation. Performances are on August 8, 9, 14, and 16 at 7 p.m.; August 10, 16, and 17 at […]

  • The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    It's just not summer without a New Bedford Festival Theatre musical. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a Tony award-winning musical about a fictional spelling bee full of laughs,  singing and dancing, and audience participation. Performances are on August 8, 9, 14, and 16 at 7 p.m.; August 10, 16, and 17 at […]

  • Acoustic Jazz Concert: Becky Bass

    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford JazzFest Acoustic Jazz Series continues Sunday, July 20, with a performance by the Becky Bass Trio from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Steeple Playhouse. Bass is an award-winning vocalist and steel pannist from St. Croix. She blends traditional jazz with Caribbean influences. A Brown University graduate, she performs widely across New […]