For three-quarters of a century, Chanticleer Community Theater has been the heartbeat of the local stage. From show-stopping musicals to spine-tingling thrillers, we’ve shared countless standing ovations with you. This year, we invite you to celebrate our legacy and join us for a season that honors our past while looking boldly toward the future.

The 2026-2027 Season Lineup

The Wizard of Oz (Youth Edition)

Sept 17 – 27, 2026 Thurs–Sat @ 7:30 PM | Sun @ 2:00 PM Follow the yellow brick road with our talented youth performers! This timeless tale of friendship and courage is the perfect way to kick off our anniversary season with the whole family.

Amahl and the Night Visitors

Dec 10 – 20, 2026 Thurs–Sat @ 7:30 PM | Sun @ 2:00 PM A beautiful holiday tradition returns. This touching story of a young boy and the Three Kings is a soulful, operatic masterpiece that captures the true spirit of the season.

Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery

Jan 15 – 24, 2027 Fri–Sat @ 7:30 PM | Sun @ 2:00 PM Get ready for a meta-comedic whodunit! When a theater troupe's murder mystery play turns into a real murder mystery, the laughs (and the suspects) start piling up.

Wait Until Dark

March 12 – 21, 2027 Fri–Sat @ 7:30 PM | Sun @ 2:00 PM A masterclass in suspense. This classic thriller follows a blind woman pitted against a trio of criminals in a deadly game of cat and mouse that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last light goes out.

The Unsinkable Molly Brown

May 13 – 23, 2027 Thurs–Sat @ 7:30 PM | Sun @ 2:00 PM We close our 75th year with the brassy, bold, and beautiful story of Molly Brown. From the hills of Colorado to the deck of the Titanic, this musical celebration of resilience is the perfect finale for our diamond anniversary.

Become a "Super Subscriber"

Want to see your name in lights (or at least in the program)? When you purchase your season tickets, you can choose to become a Super Subscriber. With an additional $100 donation, you’ll receive a special acknowledgment in our season programs, directly supporting the continued excellence of Chanticleer Community Theater.

Box Office & Tickets

Ready to join us? You can purchase tickets online via our ticketing page or visit us in person.

• In-Person Hours: Wed, Thurs, Sat: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM & Friday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Phone: (712) 890-5601

• Email: boxoffice@paceartsiowa.org

Thank you for 75 years of standing ovations. We’ll see you at the theater!