Green Bay, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Theatre & Dance program has announced its 2025–26 season, featuring a diverse array of productions that range from established works to new, creative projects. The season will highlight the talents of UW-Green Bay students, faculty and collaborators while offering audiences opportunities to experience theatre in multiple forms and genres.
Fall Reader’s Theatre Series
October 3, October 30, and December 4 at 7:30 p.m. | Jean Weidner Theatre
Curated and directed by Dr. Rebecca Stone-Thornberry, the Reader’s Theatre Series will present staged readings of diverse works, providing audiences with an intimate exploration of text and performance.
Big Fish
November 13–14 at 7 p.m. | November 15 at 2 p.m. | University Theatre
Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa | Book by John August
Based on the novel by Daniel Wallace and the film directed by Tim Burton
The season’s fall musical, ‘Big Fish,’ follows Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman known for his extraordinary stories and his son Will, who seeks to separate truth from legend. With music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa and a book by John August, ‘Big Fish’ is a work that examines family, storytelling and legacy.
Dr. Bellboy (New Musical Workshop)
February 20–21 at 7:30 p.m. | University Theatre
By Dr. Thomas Campbell and Ben Olejniczak
Directed by Dr. Rebecca Stone-Thornberry
‘Dr. Bellboy’ will be presented in a workshop format, offering audiences an early look at a new musical by Dr. Thomas Campbell and Ben Olejniczak. This presentation reflects UW-Green Bay Theatre & Dance’s commitment to supporting the development of original works.
Constellation
April 1–3 at 7:30 p.m. | April 4 at 2 p.m. | Jean Weidner Theatre
By Nick Payne
Nick Payne’s ‘Constellation’ explores the concepts of choice and destiny through the relationship of two characters whose lives unfold across multiple realities. This contemporary work blends romance and philosophy in an innovative theatrical form.
One Act Festival
April 30–May 1 at 7:30 p.m. | May 2 at 2 p.m. | Jean Weidner Theatre
Concluding the season, UW-Green Bay students will present an evening of original one-act plays. Written and directed entirely by students, the festival showcases a wide spectrum of themes and perspectives. Please note: Some adult content; suggested for mature audiences.
To purchase tickets or learn more, please visit The Weidner website.
About The Weidner
The Weidner at UW-Green Bay is known for its elegant design and the acoustic excellence of its 2,000-seat main hall, Cofrin Family Hall. It also houses two smaller performance spaces, the Fort Howard recital hall and the Jean Weidner Theatre, along with a dance studio and Grand Foyer. The Weidner has a distinct benefit in being part of a leading institution of higher learning. The Weidner is a home for UW-Green Bay Music and Theatre and Dance programs, community events and productions, and performances by visiting artists and touring companies. Beyond the large-scale touring productions that grace the stage, The Weidner also focuses on scholastic development, programming and an impactful education series — Stage Doors. For more information visit WeidnerCenter.com and sign-up for The Weidner Wire.
About UW-Green Bay
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is a school of resilient problem solvers who dare to reach higher with the power of education that ignites growth and answers the biggest challenges. Serving 11,500 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students as well as 100,000 continuing education learners annually, UW-Green Bay offers 200 academic degrees, programs, and certificates. With four campus locations in Northeast Wisconsin, the University’s access mission welcomes all students who want to learn, from every corner of the world. Championing bold thinking since opening its doors in 1965, it is a university on the rise – Wisconsin’s fastest growing UW. For more information, visit www.uwgb.edu.
