Theatre

Our AMAZING theatre teacher:

MARYDELL MERRILL - HHS

Bringing excellent theatre education to the students of Hamden Public Schools!

About theatre in Hamden....Our theatre department has been well known throughout the state and region for many years. Beginning with great teachers and directors like Joseph Juliano and Julian Schlusberg, the department has always worked to provide students the opportunity to explore the worlds of acting and technical theatre, through classes and after-school productions. The theatre department believes that educational theatre should be a training ground for students. A focus on creativity, communication, empathy, safety and professionalism helps prepare students for things to come later in life, whether in theatre or other careers. The Hamden High Mainstage Ensemble and Hamden Middle School Center Stage provide students the opportunity to put their learning into practice with a play and musical each year.

HHS Fall Play: Picnic

The Hamden High School Mainstage Ensemble will be presenting "Picnic" by William Inge November 15&16 at 7pm and November 17 at 2pm in the High School Auditorium! Get your tickets now at hamdenmainstage.seatyourself.biz

performances on 11/15 7pm, 11/16 7pm, and 11/17 2pm

HMS Fall Theatre Workshop Showcase

Hamden Middle School presents their fall theatre workshop showcase on December 5th, 2024! Stay tuned for details!

Mainstage Children's Theatre Ensemble

Hamden High School students work together to create a traveling theatre production to perform at our elementary schools each year, and they are always well-executed and entertaining! This year was no exception, with songs from everyone's favorite movies, storytelling, and even some audience participation!