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Cape May Stage

Welcome to Cape May Stage, South Jersey’s award-winning Premier Professional Theater, where world-class artistry meets the charm of the Jersey Shore. Experience unforgettable performances featuring nationally recognized actors and acclaimed musical performers from Broadway and beyond. Committed to excellence in the arts, Cape May Stage brings vibrant, thought-provoking productions to life, creating memorable experiences for audiences of all ages. Join us for an exciting season filled with captivating storytelling, outstanding talent, and the magic of live theater in the heart of historic Cape May.

Member overview

Since 1989, Cape May Stage’s mission has been to produce compelling and impactful theater that engages audiences and enriches their lives. Located in the Robert Shackleton Playhouse on the corner of Bank and Lafayette Streets in the heart of historic downtown Cape May, NJ, Cape May Stage is dedicated to producing diverse, contemporary theater in the nation’s oldest seaside resort. For more information, visit www.capemaystage.org or contact Cape May Stage at info@capemaystage.org. To stay connected, follow us on Facebook and Instagram

Our Mission

Cape May Stage is Southern New Jersey’s premier Equity theater. We are committed to producing entertaining, and intellectually and emotionally provocative theater, while striving to achieve the highest level of artistic excellence.

Our Vision

Cape May Stage is recognized as one of the Mid-Atlantic’s leading professional Equity theaters and most significant cultural assets. We are a place where audience members can experience plays with timely themes that resonate locally, nationally, and around the world. We inspire nationally recognized actors and artists to partner with us and perform on our stage, and we provide a dynamic incubator for the creation and staging of new works. We are also a leader in championing theater arts in our community and helping to drive economic growth in our region.

Our Values

  • Theater has the power to break down barriers, find common ground, and foster tolerance and compassion.
  • Celebrating community and diversity are cornerstones of our identify as a theater.
  • Risk-taking and experimentation are central to our pursuit of artistic excellence.
  • Developing new plays and nurturing playwrights, actors, designers, and directors serves to broaden and enrich our repertoire.
  • Theater contributes to the growth and economic vitality of our region.
  • Our financial health and efficient use of resources determine our operational success and ability to adapt to changing times.

Venue details

  • Cape May Stage

    Venue Address:

    The Robert Shackleton Playhouse
    405 Lafayette Street, Cape May, NJ 08204

    Mailing Address:

    PO Box 620, Cape May, NJ 08204

    Office Address:

    31 Perry Street, Cape May, NJ 08204

     

Cape May Stage Ticket Offers

Cape May Stage provides a variety of ticket offers to cater to different audiences and enhance your theater experience:

  1. Discounted Rates: We offer special rates for military personnel, seniors, and groups. For more details on eligibility and pricing, please visit our website.
  2. Dinner and a Show: Enjoy an early discounted dinner at one of Cape May’s finest restaurants and receive a special code for specially priced tickets to Cape May Stage. Each participating restaurant offers a unique dining experience. After booking your dinner reservation, you will receive a code to purchase tickets to one or more of our main stage plays for just $35 each.
  3. Subscriptions: For theater enthusiasts, we offer subscription packages that provide the best value and guarantee you a seat at all of our main stage productions.

Special Performances:

As part of our commitment to inclusivity and an ongoing effort to make theater accessible to all,

Cape May Stage is offering Sign Language (ASL) interpreted performances for the 2024 season. Join us for these inclusive showings:

 

Upcoming performances

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