Get ready for a dazzling night of comedy, mystery, and Broadway-style music!
Step into 1959, where the spotlight is set on Boston’s Colonial Theatre for the opening night of a highly anticipated new musical. But when the leading lady mysteriously dies on stage, the entire cast and crew become suspects! Enter a local detective with a passion for musical theater, and you’ve got a hilarious whodunit that’s bursting with charm, wit, and show-stopping tunes.
CURTAINS features a book by Rupert Holmes, with additional lyrics by John Kander, music by Fred Ebb, and an original book and concept by Peter Stone. With a brilliant score and a script that sparkles, this murder mystery on stage is as fun and catchy as they come. Audiences will be treated to an unforgettable evening filled with laughs, drama, and delightful musical numbers.
Under the direction of Todd Uhrmacher, the talented cast is bringing this Broadway hit to life. Thomas Stoysich stars as Lieutenant Frank Cioffi, leading a stellar ensemble including Jill Stark as Niki Harris, John Arnsdorff as Aaron Fox, and Sarah Ebke as Georgia Hendricks. Beth King as Carmen Bernstein, Bee Hampton as Bambi Bernét, Jim Farmer as Oscar Shapiro, and Mark Reid as Christopher Belling are just a few of the many exceptional performers who will bring this engaging show to life.
The show’s choreography, created by Julie Stanfill, adds another layer of excitement, with dazzling dance numbers performed by a talented ensemble, including Adam Fulbright, Sherry Josand Fletcher, Jacob Goetz, and many more. With a production team that includes Dr. D. Laureen Pickle as Music Director and Riley Pope as Stage Manager, CURTAINS promises to be a fast-paced, hilarious, and unforgettable night.
This is also a fantastic opportunity to support Chanticleer Community Theater, a staple of the Council Bluffs community since 1952. Now proudly located in the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center, Chanticleer’s mission is to provide fun, educational, and engaging theater experiences for everyone. Whether you're enjoying CURTAINS or one of their other amazing productions, you're helping keep the arts vibrant and alive in our community!
Whether you’re a fan of the classic whodunit or just love a good musical, this show has something for everyone. The Broadway production of CURTAINS earned 8 Tony Award® nominations, including Best Musical, and it’s easy to see why. Don’t miss your chance to experience this fast-paced, hilarious show live on stage.
Mark your calendars for these performances!
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March 13-16, 2025:
Thursday to Saturday: 7:30 PM
Sunday: 2:00 PM -
March 20-23, 2025:
Thursday to Saturday: 7:30 PM
Sunday: 2:00 PM
Tickets are on sale now—secure your seats today for one of the most exciting, toe-tapping nights in theater this season. Prepare to sing, laugh, and get swept up in this uproarious musical mystery. See you at the theater!
