Community Events
Experience vibrant community events at Bennington Theater—featuring our original New Works Series, fun-filled Trivia Nights, and Wine & Improv evenings.
Our Creative Team
From mind-bending trivia to bold new plays, our community events are led by local creatives who bring energy, expertise, and heart to every gathering.
Trivia Night Live is hosted by the quick-witted Jim Thatch, while Stephanie Phelan keeps things spirited and spontaneous with her Wine & Improv Classes.
And for a taste of tomorrow’s theater, Suzanne Wessler curates our New Works Series, directing and producing staged readings of original plays.
Trivia Night Live!
Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and join us at the Bennington Theater for a fun night of questions and answers led by trivia master Jim Thatch!
There will be seven rounds of trivia to test your knowledge of movies, music, television, food, geography, science, sports, and other unique categories!
Prizes will be awarded to the top 2 teams!
The Rules:
1) Players can play individually or in teams up to 6 players
2) Host Jim Thatch will read questions and each team writes down their answers. Points are tallied after each round.
3) Refreshments are available. (no outside food or beverages allowed)
Price: $10 for seats, $60 for Table
Wine&Improv
Get ready for a night of hilarious improvisation where the only script is spontaneity! Join us for an interactive evening of improv games led by the incredible Stephanie Phelan, a seasoned performer and director.
Whether you're looking to unwind after a long week or just eager to try something new, this is the perfect way to let loose, have fun, and discover the joy of improv—no experience needed! We’ll start with the basics and move through group games and exercises at a pace that suits everyone.
Price: $15 (Includes your first beverage: wine or beer)
New Works
Staged Readings
The New Works Series: Staged Readings of Plays in Progress is now in its third season at Bennington Theater. Local actors perform original plays, scripts in hand, after just six hours of rehearsal. Some are read aloud; others, like tonight’s, are enhanced staged readings.
Readings are a vital part of developing new plays and nurturing playwrights. A script isn’t a play until it’s seen, heard, and brought to life by actors.
Readings are the first step — a chance to experiment, discover what works, and trust the audience.
Most importantly, these readings connect us with you. Bennington Theater belongs to this community. We invite you to join us on the journey!
Admission is free! Your support through donations helps bring new works to life
