SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF INTELLIGENT LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE
2026-06-04 19:30 - 2026-06-14 14:00 (America/New_York) | Lost Nation Theater, 39 Main Street, Montpelier, 05602
by Jane Wagner for Lily Tomlin! Drama Critics and Tony-Award Winner!
Intimate. Infamous. Incorrigible. LNT’s production will star Maura O’Brien and Stoph Scheer!
Through the eyes of a lovable, eccentric sharp-witted “bag lady” with a heart as vast as the cosmos she ponders, Wagner weaves a rich tapestry of interconnected stories.
Full of a host of quirky characters, Search for Signs celebrates a mosaic of humanity in all its beauty, chaos, and contradiction, revealing the invisible threads that connect us all!
Masks are encouraged, not required.
(LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is keeping everyone as safe as possible.)
The Flood made City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. Since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access, please call us (802-229-0492) or email info@lostnationtheater.org to discuss alternative options for seeing the show.
SPONSORS: The City of Montpelier, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Random Acts of Kindness Fund, Eternity, The Point!-FM, Estate of Ted Richards, The Mary Shriver Fund of the Alan Weiss Estate

OUR TOWN (FOR OUR COMMUNITY)
2026-04-16 19:30 - 2026-04-26 14:00
Experience Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Winner up close and personal.
Surprisingly modern, ordinary moments become unforgettable in Our Town.This beloved American classic wowed Broadway audiences as recently as 2024!
Our production of this funny & touching masterwork features local actors and ‘characters’ – some of whom may have been “born to play the part.” Join LNT founder Kim Bent as The Stage Manager George Woodard as the Milkman, Bill Pelton as the choirmaster and many more wonderful artists & community members. Our Town is humorous, poignant, and profound. It may be just the thing we need now.
COST: $15 – $44, depending on day/type of ticket. Center reserved guarantee seats available for additional fee.
INFO & TICKETS: WWW.LOSTNATIONTHEATER.ORG
City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring patrons to climb 37 total steps to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible for those unable to physically join us. Call (802-229-0492) or email info@lostnationtheater.org to discuss alternative viewing options.
SPONSORS: City of Montpelier, Greenway Institute, Eternity, The Estate of Ted Richards, The Mary Shriver Fund of the Alan Weiss Estate, The Point -FM!
ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater winner “Theater of the Decade” – Broadway World (2020);
“Best of New England”, Yankee Magazine, was named “One of the Best regional theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, “Outstanding Achievement Award” – New England Theatre Conference; and has won multiple People’s Choice “Best Theater” awards from Seven Days and The Times Argus.

CABIN FEVER KICK-OFF PARTY: A TASTE OF LNT’S 2026 SEASON!
2026-03-20 17:30 - 19:30
A “Live & In-Person” Sizzle Reel of Lost Nation Theater’s 2026 shows, programs and more!
A sneak peek into what’s to come! Enjoy mixing & mingling with LNT’s actors, directors, designers, and other patrons, luscious libations and mouth-watering morsels. Then be treated to scene snippets and songs by 2026 artists including Kim Bent, Kianna Bromley, Kathleen Keenan, Stoph Scheer, Stefanie Weigland, and many more.
COST: $5 in advance – $10 at the door. Or More (by donation!)
SPONSORS: City of Montpelier, Eternity, The Estate of Ted Richards, The Mary Shriver Fund of the Alan Weiss Estate, The Point -FM!
ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater winner “Theater of the Decade” – Broadway World (2020); “Best of New England”, Yankee Magazine, was named “One of the Best regional theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, “Outstanding Achievement Award” – New England Theatre Conference; and has won multiple People’s Choice “Best Theater” awards from Seven Days and The Times Argus.

A Wrinkle In Time
2026-02-27 19:00 - 2026-02-28 19:00
Alexa Kartschoke directs & choreographs the culminating project of LNT’s advanced intermediate dance-theater production intensive, performed by LNT’s students ages 9-17!
All your favorite characters from Madeline L’Engle’s beloved classic are in this enchanting stage adaptation by Morgan Gould in 45 magical minutes. See how Misfit Meg, Charles Wallace, and Calvin, aided in their quest by three celestial beings – Mrs What, Mrs Which, & Mrs Who – crusade across universes to free their dad from an evil cosmic entity. Their escapades unfold right in front of you through imaginative dance & acting, fantastical lights & sound, and more! The story soars! Explore the importance of trusting yourself and the power of true connection! A Wrinkle in Time is an intergalactic good versus evil coming of age adventure.
Covid Safety Protocols: Masks are encouraged, but not required. (LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is also in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible.)
Montpelier City Hall/LNT’s elevator is still out of commission due to the flood. Patrons using wheelchairs or walkers please call or email the box office for alternatives. 802-229-0492. info@lostnationtheater.org Thanks for your understanding.

The Vagina Monologues
2026-02-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-11 19:00 - 21:00
The Vagina Monologues is as relevant today as when it debuted in 1996. Published in over 48 languages, performed in over 140 countries and recently heralded by The New York Times as: “one of the most important plays of the past 25 years.”
Lost Nation Theater is thrilled to bring this ground-breaking theatrical experience to central Vermont once again! In 2026, LNT is supporting Planned Parenthood of Northern New England (main office in Burlington) with this performance.
With laughter and compassion, Ensler transports us to a world we’ve not dared to know, and we’ll never be the same.
The performance runs approximately 75 minutes without an intermission.
Covid Safety Protocols: Masks are strongly encouraged. (LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is also in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible.)
WHEN: Wednesday, February 11 & Thursday, February 12, 2026
TIME: 7pm
WHERE: Lost Nation Theater!
COST: BY DONATION ($5-44 recommended)
INFO & TICKETS: www.lostnationtheater.org
Please note the elevator is still inoperable in our home Montpelier City Hall. Please call (802-229-0492) or email the box office for information about accesible viewing options.
SPONSORS: Vermont Recovery & Resilience Fund of the Vermont Community Foundation, Montpelier Strong Fund, The City of Montpelier, Vermont Mutual Insurance, National Life Group, Eternity, Vermont Arts Council/NEA, The Estate of Ted Richards, The Mary Shriver Fund of the Alan Weiss Estate
ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater winner “Theater of the Decade” – Broadway World (2020); “Best of New England”, Yankee Magazine, was named “One of the Best regional theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, “Outstanding Achievement Award” from the New England Theatre Conference; and has won the People’s Choice awards from both Seven Days and The Times Argus for Best Theater

The Beat Goes On!! New Year’s Eve Celebration
2025-12-31 13:00 - 19:30
The Beat Goes On!! Shidaa Projects and Lost Nation Theater’s third annual New Year’s Eve Celebration! A full day of festive celebration of drumming, dancing, music, and theater that’s fun for the whole family! Events at 1pm, 3pm & 6pm! Free! (Or By donation) Sponsored in part by Montpelier Alive!
Youth Drumming Workshop at 1:00pm led by Samuel Maama Marquaye. Limited to 20 participants. Register ahead! Drop-ins welcome, but will likely only be able watch/listen.
Musical Showcase at 3:00pm with Christopher McWilliams, Denise Ricker & Lotta Sutter. Reservations recommended.
The Main Event: at 6:00pm THE BEAT GOES ON! takes the stage
A special performance by Shidaa Projects and Lost Nation Theater. Dancer/Drummer & Choreographer Samuel Maama Marquaye (from Ghana), Shidaa Artistic Director Jordan Mensah leads community drum and dance enthusiasts with Lost Nation Theater’s Kathleen Keenan, Susan Reid, and Kim Bent . Suggested donation of $15. Masks encouraged..
The Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. Please, call (802)229-0492 to discuss alternatives.

A Child’s Christmas in Wales & Other Tales
2025-12-13 14:00 - 15:15
“The Man of 1000 Voices” – Mich Kabay – shares his love of dramatic reading performing Dylan Thomas’ A Child’s Christmas in Wales and Other Tales – perfect for the winter holidays. The event will feature works by Robert Frost and others, with stories & poems curated especially for families and children – and classic poetry and literature lovers of all ages. LNT is happy to join in Montpelier Alive’s “Cocoa Crawl” with this fun informal event! Sweet Concessions – including Hot Cocoa – will be available!
It’s Free! (tho’ donations appreciated)
Seating is limited, so we encourage signing up! Join us in our cozy and specially decorated for the holidays lobby within Montpelier City Hall! Masks are encouraged.
We will also record Mich’s performance for “Digital Viewing Experience”
which will be available thru Dec 31st!
The Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. Please, call (802)229-0492 to discuss alternatives.

A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story performed by Willem Lange
2025-12-07 14:00 - 15:30
Beloved Yankee storyteller Willem Lange is back- for his 50th Anniversary – Live and On Stage (and livestreamed) at Lost Nation Theater performing his reading of “A Christmas Carol: a ghost story” by Charles Dickens. Lange uses the cutting of the novel Dickens himself used when performing the tale. Emmy-winner Lange’s tradition of reading Dickens’ Christmas Carol began in 1975. He always performs to benefit “The Haven” in the Upper Valley. In addition, LNT will donate a percentage of its proceeds to Just Basics Food Pantry and Good Samaritan. The performance runs approximately 70 minutes without an intermission.
Covid Safety Protocols: Masks are strongly encouraged. (Seating may be slightly reduced to allow for more patron spacing). LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is also in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible.
The Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. We appreciate your understanding during this emergency situation.

Next to Normal
2025-10-02 19:30 - 21:30
Next to Normal – the musical, by Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt; Winner: Pulitzer Prize for Drama & multiple Tony Awards! October 2 – 19!
A soaring Rock Musical as exhilarating as it is haunting. The story centers on a mother’s struggle with worsening bipolar disorder and the aftershocks her illness has on the entire family, as they all search for ‘normalcy’. An emotional powerhouse. Directed by Joanne Greenberg and Featuring Kathleen Keenan, Tommy Bergeron and guest artists from across the country.
Covid Safety Protocols: Masks are encouraged, but not required. (LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is also in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible.)
Due to mature material, this musical is recommended for teens through adults.
The Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. We appreciate your understanding during this emergency situation. Since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access, please call us (802-229-0492) or email info@lostnationtheater.org to discuss alternative options for seeing the show.
SPONSORS: The City of Montpelier, Vermont Mutual Insurance, Random Acts of Kindness Fund, National Life Group, Eternity, The Point!-FM, The Estate of Ted Richards, The Mary Shriver Fund of the Alan Weiss Estate
ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater winner “Theater of the Decade” – Broadway World (2020); “Best of New England”, Yankee Magazine, was named “One of the Best regional theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, “Outstanding Achievement Award” from the New England Theatre Conference; and has won the People’s Choice awards from both Seven Days and The Times Argus for Best Theater.

Fractured Fables: African Tales
2025-08-08 17:30 - 18:00
Ensemble storytelling and physical theater campers create an original play – inspired by African Folk Tales – brought to you by our youth ensemble ages 9 & up. This fun show is the culminating project of their one-week intensive, led by professional directors & designers including director Alexa Kartschoke! Run time is approximately 30 minutes. It’s fun for Everyone (all ages).
Our Great Thanks to Jordan Mensah & Samuel Maama Marquaye of Shidaa Projects Inc for being our cultural/educational consultants AND for creating the West African Drum Music & Dancing that is Part of Our Production!
Covid Safety Protocols: Masks are strongly encouraged. (LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is also in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible.)
COST: $5- $10. Center reserved guarantee seats available for additional fee.
The Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. We appreciate your understanding during this emergency situation. Since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access, please call us (802-229-0492) or email info@lostnationtheater.org to discuss options for seeing the show.

The Drowsy Chaperone
2025-08-03 14:00, 2025-08-02 19:30, 2025-08-01 19:30, 2025-07-31 19:30, 2025-07-27 14:00, 2025-07-26 19:30, 2025-07-25 19:30, 2025-07-24 19:30 and 4 more dates
IT’S ONE SHOW-STOPPING NUMBER AFTER ANOTHER! Eric Love is back to direct and Star in this award winning Spectacular! When a die-hard theatre fan plays his favorite cast album, the characters come to life in this hilarious musical farce. A loving send-up of the “golden age” of musicals.
Covid Safety Protocols: Masks are encouraged, but not required. (LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is also in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible.)
Reservations are $15 – $47, depending on day/type of ticket. Center reserved guarantee seats available for additional fee.
INFO & TICKETS: https://WWW.LOSTNATIONTHEATER.ORG
The Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. We appreciate your understanding during this emergency situation. Since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access, please call us (802-229-0492) or email info@lostnationtheater.org to discuss options for seeing the show.
SPONSORS: Vermont Recovery & Resilience Fund of the Vermont Community Foundation, Montpelier Strong Fund, The City of Montpelier, Vermont Mutual Insurance, The Random Acts of Kindness Fund, National Life Group, The World, Eternity, The Estate of Ted Richards, The Mary Shriver Fund of the Alan Weiss Estate, and Greenway Institute
ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater winner “Theater of the Decade” – Broadway World (2020); “Best of New England”, Yankee Magazine, was named “One of the Best regional theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, “Outstanding Achievement Award” from the New England Theatre Conference; and has won the People’s Choice awards from both Seven Days and The Times Argus for Best Theater.

The Revolutionists
2025-06-15 14:00, 2025-06-14 19:30, 2025-06-14 14:00, 2025-06-13 19:30, 2025-06-12 19:30, 2025-06-08 14:00, 2025-06-07 19:30
Four bold n’ bodacious women try not to lose their heads in this rebellious, girl-powered comedy set during the French Revolution. Amidst the Reign of Terror, four renegades—an assassin, a spy, a writer, and, of course, Marie Antoinette—hang out, plot murder, find friendship, and try to beat back extremist insanity in Paris. Armed with sharp wit and even sharper knives, this comedy of liberté, égalité, and sororité considers how we actually go about changing the world.
It’s a true story. Or total fiction.
By Lauren Gunderson, the playwright who gave us 2018’s Silent Sky.
Covid Safety Protocols: Masks are encouraged, but not required. (LNT’s State of the Art Bio-Defense Air Purification “Synexis” System is also in service 24/7 keeping everyone as safe as possible.)
COST: $10 – $41, depending on day/type of ticket. Center reserved guarantee seats available for additional fee.
INFO & TICKETS: WWW.LOSTNATIONTHEATER.ORG
The Flood made LNT/City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring climbing stairs to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible to those unable to physically join us. We appreciate your understanding during this emergency situation. Since we cannot provide wheelchair/walker access, please call us (802-229-0492) or email info@lostnationtheater.org to discuss options for seeing the show.
SPONSORS: Vermont Recovery & Resilience Fund of the Vermont Community Foundation, Montpelier Strong Fund, The City of Montpelier, Vermont Mutual Insurance, The Random Acts of Kindness Fund, National Life Group, The World, Eternity, The Estate of Ted Richards, The Mary Shriver Fund of the Alan Weiss Estate
ABOUT LNT: Lost Nation Theater winner “Theater of the Decade” – Broadway World (2020); “Best of New England”, Yankee Magazine, was named “One of the Best regional theaters in America” by the New York Drama League, “Outstanding Achievement Award” from the New England Theatre Conference; and has won the People’s Choice awards from both Seven Days and The Times Argus for Best Theater.
