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Speaking of Music: Mark Rabe, Incurable Romantic
In his (mostly) autobiographical cabaret show “Incurable Romantic”, accompanied by Jon Butler on piano, Mark Rabe draws a portrait of one man’s quest to find his romantic Mister Right, interweaving personal stories both humorous and emotional with a mix of showtunes, old standards, and novelty tunes, with a stubbornly recurring romantic bent. Semi-biographical-romantic-comedy, anyone? Read more
Theatre Adventure Club, Grades 3-6
Channel your creativity into theatrical play!
6 Weeks, February 2 - March 9
Mondays, 3:30-4:45 PM
Chimacum Grange - 9572 Rhody Dr. Chimacum, WA 98325
✓ Beginners & Previous Students
$131.28 (includes sales tax*)
Welcome explorers to Theater Adventure Club!
In this class, students begin foundational theatre techniques through games and exercises, while exploring self-expression and creative play.
This class is designed as an introductory course for students who have perhaps expressed an interest in theatre, but have yet to try it! These classes are great for building confidence and learning important social skills. Get ready to laugh, play, move, and explore characters!
There will be a showcase on the last day of class for family and friends, 15 minutes before the end of class.
This class is recommended as a prerequisite for Drama Fundamentals.
Class limited to 15 students.
Partial scholarships are available by request.
For Chimacum classes, please fill out this form before classes begin!
*Sales Tax: State law ESSB 5814 will require KCPT to charge sales tax on our class tuitions. This new tax effects all of WA and is designated to address a state budget deficit.
Meet Our Instructors
Brendan Chambers
Brendan Chambers holds a BFA in Acting from Carnegie Melon University and graduated with a Master’s degree in Educational Theater from New York University. He has worked with KCPT for over five years as a key artistic staff member. He has appeared in nearly a dozen productions, directed several mainstage shows, and led a variety of educational programs. In 2019 Brendan was promoted to Key City Public Theatre's Artistic Associate.
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Theatre Adventure Club, Grades 1-2
Channel your creativity into theatrical play!
4 Weeks, February 10 - March 3
Tuesdays, 3:45-5:15 PM
In Port Townsend
✓ Beginners & Previous Students
$131.28 (includes sales tax*)
Welcome explorers to Theater Adventure Club!
In this class, students begin foundational theatre techniques through games and exercises, while exploring self-expression and creative play.
This class is designed as an introductory course for students who have perhaps expressed an interest in theatre, but have yet to try it! These classes are great for building confidence and learning important social skills. Get ready to laugh, play, move, and explore characters!
There will be a showcase on the last day of class for family and friends, 15 minutes before the end of class.
This class is recommended as a prerequisite for Drama Fundamentals.
NOTE: There will be class on Nov. 11, Veterans' Day.
Partial scholarships are available by request.
Class limited to 15 students.
*Sales Tax: State law ESSB 5814 will require KCPT to charge sales tax on our class tuitions. This new tax effects all of WA and is designated to address a state budget deficit.
Meet Our Instructors
Brendan Chambers
Brendan Chambers holds a BFA in Acting from Carnegie Melon University and graduated with a Master’s degree in Educational Theater from New York University. He has worked with KCPT for over five years as a key artistic staff member. He has appeared in nearly a dozen productions, directed several mainstage shows, and led a variety of educational programs. In 2019 Brendan was promoted to Key City Public Theatre's Artistic Associate.
2025-2026 Education Sponsor
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Drama Fundamentals, Grades 3-5
Are you ready to act?
4 Weeks, February 12 - March 5
Thursdays, 3:45-5:15 PM
In Port Townsend
✓ Beginners & Previous Students
$131.28 (includes sales tax).
Students explore the fundamentals of drama and develop the building blocks of character and storytelling through a theatrical lens. While continuing their foundational techniques they learned in Theatre Adventure Club or previous classes, Drama Fundamentals encourages students to keep diving in! Build characters, begin scene work, explore improvisation, and keep the magic of ensemble building.
There will be a showcase on the last day of class for family and friends, 15 minutes before the end of class.
This course is great for new students and returning students who want to focus on scene work and improvisation. Class limited to 15 students.
NOTE: There will be class on Nov. 11, Veterans' Day.
Partial scholarships are available by request.
*Sales Tax: State law ESSB 5814 will require KCPT to charge sales tax on our class tuitions. This new tax effects all of WA and is designated to address a state budget deficit.
Meet Our Instructors
Brendan Chambers
Brendan Chambers holds a BFA in Acting from Carnegie Melon University and graduated with a Master’s degree in Educational Theater from New York University. He has worked with KCPT for over five years as a key artistic staff member. He has appeared in nearly a dozen productions, directed several mainstage shows, and led a variety of educational programs. In 2019 Brendan was promoted to Key City Public Theatre's Artistic Associate.
2025-2026 Education Sponsor
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Theatre Academy, Grades 6-9
Theatre Academy is an advanced class for returning students.
4 Weeks, February 12 - March 5
Thursdays, 5:30 -7:00 PM
In Port Townsend
✓ Returning Students
$131.28 (includes sales tax*)
The focus of this class evolves every session to provide students with new theatre techniques to expand their artistic tool box. The curriculum is customized to reflect the student’s personal interests and skills. Previous focuses have been audition technique, musical theatre, stage combat, and physical theatre.
There will be a showcase on the last day of class for family and friends, 15 minutes before the end of class.
Registration to class upon approval of instructor. If full, click here for waitlist >
Partial scholarships are available by request.
*Sales Tax: State law ESSB 5814 will require KCPT to charge sales tax on our class tuitions. This new tax effects all of WA and is designated to address a state budget deficit.
Meet our instructors
Brendan Chambers
Brendan Chambers holds a BFA in Acting from Carnegie Melon University and graduated with a Master’s degree in Educational Theater from New York University. He has worked with KCPT for over five years as a key artistic staff member. He has appeared in nearly a dozen productions, directed several mainstage shows, and led a variety of educational programs. In 2019 Brendan was promoted to Key City Public Theatre's Artistic Associate.
2025-2026 Education Sponsor
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I Love You, I Miss You. I’m Glad You’re Gone.
Join Filipina-American Master Magician Maritess Zurbano as she confronts her family's sudden abandonment after her Stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis. *Working Title formerly "Throw Away The Half That Eats."
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Carmelita, at Field Arts & Events Hall
Key City Public Theatre, Field Hall, & League of Women Voters Present:
Carmelita
A Vindication for the Unwritten: Or How to Write Yourself Back Into History
March 27th, 7:00PM | Donna M. Morris Theater, FIELD ARTS & Events HALL
How do you break free from an assigned narrative? Meet Carmelita Colon, determined to do just that, challenging us to acquaint ourselves with assumed history and to re-imagine what it means to reclaim our stories.
Written by Ana Maria Campoy
World Debut April 2025, Key City Public Theatre
NOMINATED – Best Original Production 2024-2025, The Sound on Stage
More 2026 dates announced soon!
Why It’s a Must SEE:
A tale of gold rushes, wars, outlaws, and tamale recipes.
Historical fiction immerses you in one woman’s treacherous and triumphant journey from 1860s Mexico to WA Territory.
Presented By:
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Bark! The Musical
Back by popular demand, Bark! The Musical returns for a tail-wagging good time!
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First Night Films at KCPT: ‘Rent’
4:00 PM
4:00 PM
Adaptation of the hit musical about New York bohemians.
All seats are Pay What You Wish!
Free Admission with First Night Pass!
Directors: Chris Columbus
Production Year: 2005
Rating: PG-13
Studio: Revolution Studios
Runtime: 135 minutes
Cast: Anthony Rapp, Adam Pascal, Rosario Dawson, Jesse L. Martin, Wilson Jermaine Heredia
First Night Films at KCPT: ‘Disney’s Frozen’
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
After the kingdom of Arendelle is cast into eternal winter by the powerful Snow Queen Elsa, her sprightly sister Anna teams up with a rough-hewn mountaineer named Kristoff and his trusty reindeer Sven to break the icy spell. Based on "The Snow Queen" by Hans Christian Andersen.
All seats are Pay What You Wish!
Free Admission with First Night Pass!
Directors: Jennifer Lee
Production Year: 2013
Rating: PG
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
Runtime: 108 minutes
Cast: Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, Josh Gad, Santino Fontana
A Christmas Carol: Adapted and Performed by Allen Fitzpatrick
Allen Fitzpatrick returns by popular demand with his dazzling one-man show featuring ALL the characters from Dickens' masterpiece.
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Limited Engagement! Two shows only, December 23rd, at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
A Reckoning in Boston
7:00 PM
Presented by Jefferson Clemente Course, sponsored by Key City Public Theatre and the Port Townsend Film Festival
Join us for an evening of community and connection as we screen A Reckoning in Boston, followed by a meaningful conversation lead by Clemente graduates about how access to higher education and lifelong learning fuels personal growth and civic engagement.
Together we’ll explore what it means to keep learning, not just through school, but through the act of being human.
Tickets
Duo Package
2 FILM TIX, 2 DRINK TIX
$51.75
Single Film Ticket
1 FILM TIX
$19.00
Note for All Purchases: All packages include the credit card fee, unless payment wants to be made at the box office at Key City Public Theatre, 419 Washington St.
Bookbag will contain examples of texts read by Clemente students!
Drink Tickets Include: beer, wine, cider, basic cocktail. Free refills on soft drinks and coffee/tea for drink ticket patrons- we provide Coca-Cola, Diet Coca Cola, Ginger Ale, Seltzer, and Sprite!
FIlm Description & Production Credits:
Description: A 65-year-old grandfather and a 44-year-old woman both have different reasons for enrolling in a humanities course at a Boston community center. Five years later, the two have arrived at surprising places in their lives.
Production Credits:
Director: James Rutenbeck
Producers: Kafi Dixon, Carl Chandler, James Rutenbeck
Executive producer: Llewellyn M. Smith
Production company: Lost Nation Pictures
Cinematography: Allie Humenuk, P.H. O'Brien
Screenplay: James Rutenbeck
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Some Things You Should Know About My Mom
“Some Things You Should Know About My Mom" is a multimedia performance by Gabriel Diamond about his mom Sandy Diamond, a well-known and loved Port Townsend calligrapher, poet, performer, and playwright.
Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Christmas Show
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Halloween Party + Misery
KCPT Board Member, Anita Schmucker, and her beastly handsome escort at KCPT Halloween Party & Performance 2023
Key City Public Theatre is throwing a Halloween party to die for!
Friday, October 31st
Party Starts at 6:00 PM | Misery Performance starts at 7:30 PM | 21 YEARS +
Party + Performance Ticket: $75
This combination party + performance ticket includes:
A complimentary drink ticket
Spooky light bites
A killer costume contest
Wicked fun with fellow theatre-lovers
Then, settle in for a thrilling performance of MISERY, a chilling stage adaptation of Stephen King's classic novel. Expect suspense, obsession, and the kind of fear that lingers... Costumes encouraged. Screams guaranteed.
Already have your ticket to MISERY? Upgrade your seats today by calling the box office: 360-385-5278
Number One Fan Feast (Sold Out)
This event is SOLD OUT!
A darkly delicious evening of suspense, on the chilling set of Misery, where every bite pays twisted tribute to Stephen King’s classic. All proceeds benefit KCPT's Education Programs.
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Theatre Academy, grades 6-9
Theatre Academy is an advanced class for returning students.
4 Weeks, October 23 - November 13
Thursdays, 5:30 -7:00 PM
In Port Townsend
✓ Returning Students
$131.28 (includes sales tax*)
The focus of this class evolves every session to provide students with new theatre techniques to expand their artistic tool box. The curriculum is customized to reflect the student’s personal interests and skills. Previous focuses have been audition technique, musical theatre, stage combat, and physical theatre.
There will be a showcase on the last day of class for family and friends, 15 minutes before the end of class.
Registration to class upon approval of instructor. If full, click here for waitlist >
Partial scholarships are available by request.
*Sales Tax: State law ESSB 5814 will require KCPT to charge sales tax on our class tuitions. This new tax effects all of WA and is designated to address a state budget deficit.
Meet our instructors
Brendan Chambers
Brendan Chambers holds a BFA in Acting from Carnegie Melon University and graduated with a Master’s degree in Educational Theater from New York University. He has worked with KCPT for over five years as a key artistic staff member. He has appeared in nearly a dozen productions, directed several mainstage shows, and led a variety of educational programs. In 2019 Brendan was promoted to Key City Public Theatre's Artistic Associate.
2025-2026 Education Sponsor
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Drama Fundamentals, Grades 3-5
Are you ready to act?
4 Weeks, October 23 - November 13
Thursdays, 3:45-5:15 PM
In Port Townsend
✓ Beginners & Previous Students
$131.28 (includes sales tax).
Students explore the fundamentals of drama and develop the building blocks of character and storytelling through a theatrical lens. While continuing their foundational techniques they learned in Theatre Adventure Club or previous classes, Drama Fundamentals encourages students to keep diving in! Build characters, begin scene work, explore improvisation, and keep the magic of ensemble building.
There will be a showcase on the last day of class for family and friends, 15 minutes before the end of class.
This course is great for new students and returning students who want to focus on scene work and improvisation. Class limited to 15 students.
NOTE: There will be class on Nov. 11, Veterans' Day.
Partial scholarships are available by request.
*Sales Tax: State law ESSB 5814 will require KCPT to charge sales tax on our class tuitions. This new tax effects all of WA and is designated to address a state budget deficit.
Meet Our Instructors
Brendan Chambers
Brendan Chambers holds a BFA in Acting from Carnegie Melon University and graduated with a Master’s degree in Educational Theater from New York University. He has worked with KCPT for over five years as a key artistic staff member. He has appeared in nearly a dozen productions, directed several mainstage shows, and led a variety of educational programs. In 2019 Brendan was promoted to Key City Public Theatre's Artistic Associate.
2025-2026 Education Sponsor
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Move It On Over: Stories & Songs of Hank Williams
Sometimes hilarious, sometimes tragic, Joel Underwood brings Hank Williams’ story to life with song, history, and heart. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating one of America’s most iconic musical voices. Read more
Theatre Adventure Club, Grades 1-2
Channel your creativity into theatrical play!
4 Weeks, October 21 - November 11
Tuesdays, 3:45-5:15 PM
In Port Townsend
✓ Beginners & Previous Students
$131.28 (includes sales tax*)
Welcome explorers to Theater Adventure Club!
In this class, students begin foundational theatre techniques through games and exercises, while exploring self-expression and creative play.
This class is designed as an introductory course for students who have perhaps expressed an interest in theatre, but have yet to try it! These classes are great for building confidence and learning important social skills. Get ready to laugh, play, move, and explore characters!
There will be a showcase on the last day of class for family and friends, 15 minutes before the end of class.
This class is recommended as a prerequisite for Drama Fundamentals.
NOTE: There will be class on Nov. 11, Veterans' Day.
Partial scholarships are available by request.
Class limited to 15 students.
*Sales Tax: State law ESSB 5814 will require KCPT to charge sales tax on our class tuitions. This new tax effects all of WA and is designated to address a state budget deficit.
Meet Our Instructors
Brendan Chambers
Brendan Chambers holds a BFA in Acting from Carnegie Melon University and graduated with a Master’s degree in Educational Theater from New York University. He has worked with KCPT for over five years as a key artistic staff member. He has appeared in nearly a dozen productions, directed several mainstage shows, and led a variety of educational programs. In 2019 Brendan was promoted to Key City Public Theatre's Artistic Associate.
2025-2026 Education Sponsor
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Misery
Experience the raw intensity of Misery, Stephen King’s masterful thriller—where obsession turns deadly and every moment keeps you on the edge of your seat.
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Theatre Adventure Club, Grades 3-6
Channel your creativity into theatrical play!
6 Weeks, October 13 - November 17
Mondays, 3:30-4:45 PM
Chimacum Grange - 9572 Rhody Dr. Chimacum, WA 98325
✓ Beginners & Previous Students
$131.28 (includes sales tax*)
Welcome explorers to Theater Adventure Club!
In this class, students begin foundational theatre techniques through games and exercises, while exploring self-expression and creative play.
This class is designed as an introductory course for students who have perhaps expressed an interest in theatre, but have yet to try it! These classes are great for building confidence and learning important social skills. Get ready to laugh, play, move, and explore characters!
There will be a showcase on the last day of class for family and friends, 15 minutes before the end of class.
This class is recommended as a prerequisite for Drama Fundamentals.
Class limited to 15 students.
Partial scholarships are available by request.
For Chimacum classes, please fill out this form before classes begin!
*Sales Tax: State law ESSB 5814 will require KCPT to charge sales tax on our class tuitions. This new tax effects all of WA and is designated to address a state budget deficit.
Meet Our Instructors
Brendan Chambers
Brendan Chambers holds a BFA in Acting from Carnegie Melon University and graduated with a Master’s degree in Educational Theater from New York University. He has worked with KCPT for over five years as a key artistic staff member. He has appeared in nearly a dozen productions, directed several mainstage shows, and led a variety of educational programs. In 2019 Brendan was promoted to Key City Public Theatre's Artistic Associate.