From Seattle to Miami, and from Austin to Bangor, more than 650 theatre companies opened their doors to 65,000 new theatregoers introducing them to joys of live theatre - absolutely free of charge!

"Since the campaign's pilot year here three years ago, we have seen an extraordinary response from theatres, audiences and the whole community. The demand for live theatre--when it's made accessible to all--is overwhelming. We're bringing in new audiences--young people, people of color, people from all walks of life--and they are coming back for more. Free Night of Theater has thrown the doors of our theatres open wide."
   --- Brad Erickson, executive director of Theatre Bay Area

Free Night of Theater invites you to continue to GET LIVE!

We hope that you had an opportunity to visit one of our participating theatre companies as part of the Free Night program and that you enjoyed the show!

If you missed Free Night, many individual theatres and regional service organizations offer free ticket giveaways or discounted ticket programs throughout the year. Check the Find a Show and Locations pages for details on participating theatres, performances and programs in your area.

Whether you've never been to the theatre before, or just haven't been in a long time, our Free Night theatres have something for you!

Free Night of Theater will return on October 15, 2009. For more information about Free Night of Theater in your area, click on the Find a Show menu item above, select your region, and sign up.