Events hosted by Watershed Public Theatre
June 7, 8, 14, 15, 2024 at 7:00 pm
June 9, 16 at 3:00 pm
Written by Oscar Wilde
Directed by Dr. Jerry Henderson
Who is the elusive Ernest? Find out when the beloved Oscar Wilde comedy of manners comes to life in the intimate setting of Ledbetter Auditorium June 7-16!
Suitable for all ages (Rated G)
Approximate run time: 90 minutes
March 22, 23, 29, 30 at 7:00 pm
March 24 at 3:00 pm
March 30 at 2:00 pm
Cherry Theater, Columbia State Community College
Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This theatrical homage to Alfred Hitchcock is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of four), an onstage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers, and some good old-fashioned romance!
Suitable for most ages (Rated PG)
Approximate run time: 2 hours
“The 39 Steps” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
February 2 & 3, 7:00 pm
February 3 & 4, 3:00 pm
Cherry Theater, Columbia State Community College
The legendary story of Robin Hood takes a humorous turn in this original adaptation by Beverly Mitchell. Robin Hood, his Merry Men – and woman – experience adventure and hijinks as they plot to rescue Maid Marion from the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham.
Suitable for all ages (rated G)
Approximate run time: 75 minutes
Now booking school groups for field trip performances February 1 & 2
by William Shakespeare
directed by Brad Oxnam
June 16, 17, 23, 24 at 7:00 pm
June 18 & 25 at 3:00 pm
Cherry Theater
(Hickman Building)
Columbia State Community College
1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia, Tennessee
WPT presents Shakespeare’s iconic tale of two
star-crossed lovers June 16-25, 2023.
June 16 is a special pay-what-you-can performance.
Set your own ticket price in advance or at the door!
Your donation of any amount helps support our 2023-24 season, including five full-stage productions and two growing education programs. Help us reach our goal of raising $24,000 in 24 hours by donating now!
February 17 & 18, 2023 7:00 pm
February 17 & 19, 2023 3:00 pm
Cherry Theater
(Hickman Building)
Columbia State Community College
1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia, Tennessee
After Cinderella marries Prince Charming, her stepsisters are left wondering what to do next. Thanks to the help from bird fairies and a little magic, each wicked stepsister has a chance to find her own true heart’s desire. This whimsical tale is a treat for all ages!
To reserve seats for school group performances on February 16, contact education@watershedtheatre.org or call 931-797-6551.
December 9 & 10 7:00 pm
December 11 6:00 pm
Dinner theater returns for the holidays! Enjoy a buffet of delicious food provided by Mt. Pleasant Grille along with holiday-themed musical performances from top-notch regional entertainers. Wydell Croom leads the evening of music with his piano stylings, accompanying singers Kortney Ballenger and Ellen Foreman as they perform jazz arrangements of many beloved Christmas songs.
Performances take place in Mt. Pleasant Grille’s second-floor Triangle Room. First-floor accessible seating is also available, where guests will experience table service and a livestream view of the performance.
Livestream tickets are also available for those who cannot attend in person.
September 30, October 1, 7, 8 7:00 pm
October 2 & 9 3:00 pm
Cherry Theater (Hickman Building)
Columbia State Community College, 1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia, Tennessee
The beloved story of the four March sisters comes to life in this magical retelling of Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel. This family-friendly production is appropriate for all ages.
The annual giving day The Big Payback is returning on May 4!
The fun starts at 6:00 pm and continues until 6:00 pm on May 5, 2022.
Watershed Public Theatre is excited to participate and join in on the fundraising event that unites Middle Tennessee each year.
The Big Payback, hosted by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, is a community-wide giving day which shines a spotlight on LOCAL giving and motivates Middle Tennessee to give back to nonprofits in a big way.
In 2022, we are setting our sights on reaching $18,000 raised during the giving day. The first $7,000 in donations will be matched dollar for dollar, doubling the value of your gift! The more donations we receive, the greater the chance that Watershed Public Theatre will win additional cash prizes towards our goal.
December 10 & 11, 7:00 pm, December 12, 2:00 pm
Mt. Pleasant Grille
100 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, TN
WPT’s beloved adaptation of the classic Dickens tale returns for a special weekend of dinner theater performances at Mt. Pleasant Grille. Enjoy a tasty buffet meal followed by Mr. Dickens sharing the story of Ebeneezer Scrooge and the ghosts who open his eyes to the wonder of Christmas.
General admission, senior and student/child tickets are for the Triangle Room, which is located on the second story and only accessible by stairs. A limited number of First Floor tickets are available for guests who cannot climb stairs. First Floor ticket holders will enjoy table service and a livestream view of the performance in the Phosphate Room.
